Building and Construction

Did you know from January 1 2021, all development applications and the majority of post consent certificates must be submitted through the NSW Planning Portal? Find out more about E-planning with City of Newcastle.

Bushfire Prone Land

A bush fire prone area is an area of land that can support a bush fire or is likely to be subject to bush fire attack.

Construction Certificates

Once you have development consent for building work, you will need to obtain a Construction Certificate.

Driveway Inspection Request

Contact us to book in your driveway formwork inspection.

Environmental Signs

Council has compulsory environmental awareness sign for all building sites.

Fences

A dividing fence is a fence that separates the lands of adjoining owners.

Fire Safety

Fire safety is important for all property owners, property managers, tenants, and business operators who own, occupy or manage buildings throughout the municipality ranging from various types of residential properties to commercial, retail and...

Flood Certificates

It is not possible to conclude if a particular property may flood in the future by only considering past flooding.

Home Renovations

Thinking about knocking down that old wall? There are a number of things you should consider before you start any renovations work.

Home Warranty Insurance

A builder must take out job-specific insurance under Home Warranty Insurance before starting any home building work.

Occupation Certificates

An occupation certificate certifies that the building or nominated part of the building is suitable and safe to be occupied, in accordance with the relevant requirements of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).

Owner Builders

Owner-builder permits are issued by the Department of Fair Trading.

The Principal Certifier, Building Inspections and Occupation Certificates

When undertaking Building and/or subdivision works you will require a Principal Certifying Authority (PCA) to inspect the work during the course of construction to ensure it meets with regulatory requirements.

S10.7 Planning Certificates

When buying a property it is important to find out about planning controls or hazards that may affect the land you are seeking to purchase.

Swimming Pool Requirements

To help reduce backyard pool drownings and keep you informed Council is inviting all swimming pool owners of the Newcastle Local Government Area (LGA) to join the NSW Swimming Pool Register.