We are constantly working to ensure that our development policy and guidelines not only preserve the natural beauty of the Gold Coast, but also allow for strong development and progress which will benefit current and future residents. Find out what you need to know before and during building.
Obtain copies of building plans for existing structures, lodge an application for copies of building plans and find information on the different plans.
Copies of building plansFind out more about your problem and, if you can't resolve the issue yourself with the information provided, complete our online form to have your issue investigated.
Report a ProblemFind out more about starting compliance assessable work, and submissions and approvals to the City of Gold Coast.
Plumbing and drainageFind out which types of building works require approval. A building development approval is required prior to commencing construction on assessable building works.
Building worksLearn the difference between a driveway and a vehicular crossing, their standards and when an approval is required.
Driveways and vehicular crossingsLearn about the role of a Private Building Certifier and the building works that do not require approval.
If you are a private building certifier, find information you need for building approvals and certification.
Private building certifierInformation on the State government pool fencing requirements and the City's role in ensuring compliance with the pool safety standard.
Swimming pool fencingWhat you need to know regarding boundary fencing, as well as advice on how to resolve dividing fences/fencing disputes.
Property fencingLearn about the minimum standards for retaining walls, categorisation and building approval details.
Retaining wallsFind information about different forms of residential services buildings and how to ensure premises comply with the prescribed building requirements.
Residential services buildingsLearn about stormwater runoff from building sites, subdivisions and legal discharge points.
StormwaterGet contact details and technical support for specific planning and building enquiries
Planning & building enquiries (contacts)