building verandah, deck and a car port, how do i avoid a building permit

Discussion in 'Renovation & Home Improvement' started by Judi, 13th Feb, 2019.

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  1. Judi

    Judi Well-Known Member

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    Hi, everyone.
    I am thinking of adding verandah, deck and a car port onto the property, a bit scared of the building permit application, wondering what's the guideline to avoid it. What is the usual way to do it ? Is the building permit inevitable?

    Lots of questions, called the council a couple of times, got different answers.

    We are in whitehorse council, melbourne, victoria

    Any advice would be appreciated !
     
    Judi, 13th Feb, 2019
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  2. Brady

    Brady Well-Known Member

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    You need approval, why are you concerned about this?

    Are you planning to DIY or employee someone to do it.

    Most companies you employee will be able to assist with the council approval, they will likely lodge it for you and have experience in doing so.
     
    Brady, 13th Feb, 2019
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  3. Propertunity

    Propertunity Well-Known Member

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    You'll be even scareder if you don't get it permitted and they order you to demolish.
     
    Propertunity, 13th Feb, 2019
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