Domestic building works

Find out when you do and don't need approval for building work related to your residential project, including fencing, retaining walls and sheds.

Learn about private certifiers and swimming pool fencing.

If you are thinking about using your house for more than a simple family unit, learn about the different types of uses available.

Do your building works need approval?

Some building works don’t need an approval from a private building certifier such as renovations or repairs to homes, decking, fencing and retaining walls.

Role of a private building certifier

Queensland building approvals are issued by private building certifiers, not Council. Learn about what they do and how to contact one.

Dwellings

Find information that will help you plan for building a house, a secondary dwelling such as a granny flat, or dual occupancy such as a duplex.

Minor domestic building works

Find information to help you with your residential project, including fencing, retaining walls, carports, garages and sheds.

Swimming pool fencing

All swimming pools need to be fenced. Learn about the role Council plays in pool fencing and where to go for more information.

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