A current owner, the
mortgagee or their authorised agent can apply for a copy of building permit documentation.
Who can apply?
You need to be the owner of the property, or have written, signed authorisation from the owner to be able to request the plans.
Property Owner
- If the property is owned by a company, a copy of the company search listing the individual director seeking the information must be provided. This is available from Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) website. The written request must be from the director on the company letterhead.
Authorised Agent
- If you are an agent of the owner or a Lessee, the application must be accompanied by written consent from the current owner(s) of the property to make this application.
Owners Corporation
If the property is an apartment building, the Owners Corporation must request a copy of the plans/documents. The Owners Corporation Chairperson will need to provide evidence of their appointment with this request.
How do I apply?
Step 1 - Submit your application
Complete and sign the relevant application form, including details of the building permit you are seeking. Submit your application form, including owner's consent and authorisation documentation if required, to [email protected].
Step 2 - Receive your invoice
Once your application is received, we will issue you with an invoice to be paid prior to a record search being conducted.
Step 3 - Confirm your selection
Following receipt of payment, we will provide you with a list of all permits within Council records applicable to your property. We will also provide a quote for any additional costs, such as archive request fees, to be paid prior to receiving your documentation.
Step 4 - Receive your documentation package
Once you have paid any additional costs, you can expect your documentation to be emailed to you within five to seven business days.
What will I receive?
You will receive an electronic copy of the building permit and all associated documentation. Depending on the scope of works, this may include
- Architectural/working drawings
- Structural plans and computations
- Occupancy and/or final certificates
- Domestic building insurance
- Homeowner warranty certificates
If the building was constructed prior to 2015, we cannot guarantee the content of the files until it is retrieved from Council archives, which are stored off-site.
If the building was constructed prior to 1993, we cannot supply documentation. In this instance, your local library or historical society may be able to help you.