Building FAQs

Development approval

Prior to submitting a building application and before commencing your development you may also be required to seek planning approval from the Shire to comply with the Shire of Broomehill-Tambellup Local Planning Scheme. Development approval is required for a range of development and use within the Shire. For more information please contact the Shire office on 9825 3555.

When is a building licence required?
A Building Permit is required for any building in the Shire for the development of new structures, alterations, extensions, sheds, patio, veranda, garage, sea containers and swimming pools. Similarly a demolition permit is required before any demolition works can commence.

What plans are required to be submitted?
Two copies are required of the following:

• A dimensioned Site Plan showing the location of the proposed building with setback distances from other buildings and boundaries.
• Finished Floor Level is to be nominated.
• A fully dimensional floor plan.
• Elevations.
• Structural Certification.
• Energy Efficiency Report [where applicable].
• Soil classification [where applicable].
• A Bushfire Attack Level [BAL] Report [where applicable].

What do I need to do if the building work is more than $20 000?
The work needs to be completed by a Registered Builder or registered Owner Builder. 

What fees are applicable?
For information regarding fees please contact the Shire on 9825 3555.