We've listed some of the most common fees for building-related service, including consents, inspections and minor works. For the full list of charges, please refer to our fees and charges.
Fees
Fees for new structures, additions and alterations. These are a deposit fees, with the balance charged at time and materials to be paid on completion or termination of the application.
| New structure, addition, alteration | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Alterations and garages | $650 |
| New dwelling | $1,000 |
| Commercial up to and including $1m | $1,200 |
| Commercial or other above $1m | $2,500 |
Fees for fireplaces. These are a deposit fees, with the balance charged at time and materials to be paid on completion or termination of the application.
| Fireplace | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Freestanding | $450 |
| In-Built | $593 |
Fees for marquees. These are a deposit fees, with the balance charged at time and materials to be paid on completion or termination of the application.
| Marquees | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Marquee | $350 |
Fees for demolition. These are a deposit fees, with the balance charged at time and materials to be paid on completion or termination of the application.
| Demolition | Deposit |
|---|---|
| Residential - includes 1 inspection | $259 |
| Commercial - includes 2 inspections | $449 |
| Additional inspections | at cost |
| Footpath and sign damage bond |
Pools up to $19,000. These are a deposit fees, with the balance charged at time and materials to be paid on completion or termination of the application.
Pools on a hill/slope or with a value of $20,000 will require a full actual and reasonable cost Building Consent.
| Pool | Deposit |
|---|---|
| In-ground swimming pool, fence and drainage | $646 |
| Above ground swimming pool, fence and drainage including fencing existing pool | $450 |
| 3-yearly inspection of pool fence | $188 |
| Revisit for non-compliance after pool fence check | at cost |
| Entry of swimming pool inspection report from IQPI onto property file | $72 |
Work under minor building consent must be for a residential project under the value of $19,000 and meet the criteria listed on the Application for Minor Building Work Form.
| Minor Building Work | Up to $19k |
|---|---|
| $646 |
Restrictions apply
| Solar panels | $560 |
|---|
Refundable deposit - GST exempt
| Deposit | |
|---|---|
| Footpath damage | $1,000 |
| Footpath damage - CBD per metre of street frontage | $300 |
| Footpath damage - Oakview subdivision | $2,000 |
| Administration fee - non refundable | $70 |