Our online portal makes the application process quick and easy.
How can I make an application?
First, identify the type of permit(s) you need. Review the below to find the option that fits your needs.
Building Permit
A Building Permit is required for all residential, commercial or industrial structures. Some exemptions apply, so check the exemption list before progressing an application.
If your proposed building work requires a Health or Planning Approval, you should obtain these approvals before submitting your building permit application.
Demolition Permit
A Demolition Permit is required for the demolition, dismantling or removal of a building or incidental structure. Some exemptions apply, so check the exemption list before progressing an application.
Occupancy Permit
An Occupancy Permit must be obtained before a Class 2 to 9 building can be occupied and must be displayed at the entrance of the building. Occupancy permits cover:
- occupying a completed new building or a new part of an existing building
- temporarily occupying an incomplete building
- changing an existing building’s use or classification
- authorising and occupying an unauthorised building.
Exemptions
Occupancy permits are not needed for:
- existing buildings, unless the use or classification is to be changed
- Class 1a and 10 (single residential) buildings.
Building Approval Certificate
This is used to:
- approve any unauthorised building work associated with a Class 1 or 10 building or incidental structure, or
- certify an existing building’s compliance with applicable building standards.
Building Approval Certificates are voluntary, however if you have unauthorised buildings or incidental structures, you may be required to demolish these if your application is unsuccessful.
Notice of Completion
A Notice of Completion is required within seven (7) days of completing the building or demolition work. The builder or demolition contractors named on the permit is responsible for submitting the Notice of Completion.
Notice of Cessation
A Notice of Cessation is provided when the person named as the builder or demolition contractor on a Building or Demolition Permit does not wish to be responsible for the building or demolition works.
Residential Design Code Application
The Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) is a State Planning Policy that provides the minimum performance requirements (compliance standards) for single, grouped and special purpose dwelling planning assessment in low to medium density coding in Western Australia.
If a building's design doesn't meet the R-Codes, a variation can be applied for. Where a proposed design impacts a neighbour, they may need to be consulted. The consultation is for a minimum of calendar 14 days.
Application to Extend Time – Building or Demolition Permit
Building and demolition permits are valid for two years, unless otherwise stated on the permit, and the work must be completed within that time.
If work has not been completed when the permit expires you need to apply to extend the time on the permit.
Application to Extend Time – Occupancy Permit or Building Approval Certificate
An Applicant can submit a BA23 to extend the duration that an Occupancy Permit or Building Approval Certificate is in effect.
Notice and Request for Consent to Encroach or Adversely Affect
A BA20 is required when part of a building or incidental structure will encroach beyond the boundaries of the work land, or if the building work may adversely affect other land.
Evidence of consent or a court order must be submitted as part of the relevant building or demolition permit application. The Builder/person responsible for the work has an ongoing responsibility to ensure that no other land is adversely affected without consent.
Notice and Request for Consent (response notice): Protection structures, party walls, removal of fences, access to land
The BA20A is necessary where a neighbour must give permission to allow a fence to be removed, to allow access to their land during construction, to erect a party wall, or to erect protection structures on adjoining land.
Gather relevant documents required to support your application.
To find out the supporting documentation you will need, view the relevant checklist below:
Class 10a and 10b
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for structures such as a patio, shed, carport, swimming pool/spa, retaining wall, fence, watertank or the like.
Class 1a
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for new dwellings, group developments and minor/major alterations and additions to existing dwellings.
Class 2-9
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for commercial structures such as warehouses, factories, restaurants, fit outs, offices, mixed use and some group housing developments etc.
Spa/Swimming Pool fencing
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for swimming pool fencing for all swimming pools and spas.
Spa/Swimming Pool Fencing Checklist
Unauthorised Buildings (Class 2-9)
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for commercial building work that was commenced on site prior to obtaining a building permit.
Unauthorised Class 2-9 Checklist
Unauthorised Buildings (Class 1)
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for residential building work that was commenced on site prior to obtaining a building permit.
Unauthorised Class 1 Checklist
Unauthorised Buildings (Class 10)
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for structures such as patios, sheds, carports, swimming pool/spa, retaining wall, fence, water tank or the like that were commenced on site prior to obtaining a building permit.
Unauthorised Class 10 Checklist
Demolition
This checklist can be used to assist in lodging an application for a demolition permit.
Lodge your application online via eServices.
If you need help with this service, please view our user manual.
For any enquiries regarding eLodge, please contact us.
We will send you an invoice once we receive your application. View our schedule of fees.