Living Here
Driveways
Your driveway, your responsibility - Council does scheduled maintenance of rural sealed and unsealed roads however this doesn't include individual driveways/access to private land.
Your driveway includes the area from your property boundary to the edge of the road
Can I maintain or repair my driveway?
You can maintain or repair an existing driveway “like for like” without a licence or approval.
Can I build a new driveway or change a driveway?
If you are constructing or modifying your own driveway, you must obtain an approval.
When designing and building a driveway, there are important safety requirements about width and length of the driveway, viewing distances, distances from intersections, power poles, street signs and trees.
Can I have two driveways on my property?
Generally, only one driveway is permitted for each property. Two driveways can be considered for properties that have a street frontage greater than 30 metres. An approval is required and driveways need to meet the safety requirements.
What if there is a tree or electricity pole where I want to put my driveway?
You need to plan the location of your driveway so that it is clear of any trees, pipes or electricity lines. Significant trees, traffic islands and stormwater pits cannot be moved to suit driveways! The cost of any remedial works will be at the property owner’s expense.
For any activities within the road reserve, where physical excavation or any disturbance of the ground is to occur within the drip line of existing street trees, please consult with Council prior to work commencing.
What are the key requirements?
These safety requirements are contained in the documents below. A Building Certifier can help you to understand what is needed on your particular block of land:
