Building

Corangamite Shire’s Building Department provides assistance and advice about construction, demolition, alteration, extension or change of use for all types of buildings within the Shire. Its services include the issuing of building permits, occupancy permits, certificates of final inspection, mandatory building inspections and technical information in accordance with the Building Act 1993 and Building Regulations 2018. This includes both domestic and commercial projects, ranging from garden sheds or verandas to the largest office building or factory.

Building services role is to ensure buildings and other constructions and works are safe and the community is protected. These services are available to all residents and property owners, builders, developers and designers in Corangamite Shire and can help with safety guidelines about buildings, pools and spas, decks, fences, retaining walls, safe removal of asbestos, fire protection measures and new construction of any kind.