31-May-2011
The Building Approval Overveiw. For new buildings and for alterations and additions, it is necessary to obtain building approval and in some situations, development or planning approval. The regulations, policies and processes vary for different local authorities, Cities and Councils and continue to become more complex. The regulations include boundary set backs, height limitations, floor space ratios, building envelopes, proposed use and so on. Before issuing approvals, most local autho