Building permits for outdoor structures

What needs a permit, the siting rules that trip people up, and how we take care of the application. Pick your state or the structure you're planning.

By state

• VictoriaVerandah, carport and shed permits in VictoriaWhen a verandah, carport, shed or pergola needs a building permit in Victoria, the siting rules that matter, and how we handle the permit for you.Read more →
• QueenslandPatio, carport and shed approvals in QueenslandWhen a patio, carport, shed or pergola needs building approval in Queensland, the boundary rules that matter, and how we handle the approval for you.Read more →

By structure

• VerandahsVerandah permitsWhen a verandah needs a building permit in Victoria or Queensland, the problems we see most often, and how to get it approved without delays.Read more →
• CarportsCarport permitsWhen a carport needs a building permit in Victoria or Queensland, front setback and boundary rules, and how to avoid the most common delays.Read more →
• ShedsShed permitsWhen a garden shed or garage-style shed needs a building permit in Victoria or Queensland, the small-shed exemptions, and the boundary rules that apply.Read more →
• PergolasPergola permitsWhen an open pergola can be built without a permit in Victoria or Queensland, and why adding a roof usually means you need one.Read more →
• PatiosPatio permitsWhen a patio cover needs a building permit or approval in Victoria or Queensland, the boundary and wind rules that apply, and how to avoid delays.Read more →