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Permits and council guides.
Guides to building permits and council approvals in Victoria: which permits may apply, who decides and how to prepare.
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Permits & documents
Which permits do you need for building work in Victoria?
Many building projects in Victoria need a building permit, issued by a building surveyor, and some also need a planning permit from your council. Some small jobs need neither. Your council and the relevant building surveyor confirm what applies to your project; we help you understand the likely requirements and prepare what they ask for.
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