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What do I need Council approval for?
The construction of the following requires a building license:
dwelling or dwelling addition;
commercial building;
patio or pergola;
swimming pool (above and below ground) and outdoor spa;
front fence in the residential area located in the front setback that is greater than 1200mm in height;
fences that do not compy with Council's local laws;
retaining walls greater than 500mm in height;
gazebo;
garage; and
outbuilding (sheds) exceeding 10m
2
in area
A building license must also be issued prior to undertaking alterations to a commercial building, structural modifications, internal fit-out over $12,000 in value and changes to an existing shop-front.
Planning approval is required prior to undertaking development (see item 6).
Stallholders permit is required for persons wishing to conduct a food stall, cake stall, sausage sizzle, sell raffle tickets or run a petition on a Council thoroughfare or public place.
Permit is required for persons wishing to place advertising signage and/or display merchandise or other items on a Council thoroughfare or public place.
Outdoor eating facility approval is required by persons wishing to operate an alfresco dining facility on a Council thoroughfare or public place.
Traders permit is required by persons wishing to trade on a Council thoroughfare or public place.
Contact Details
Contact
Peter Zenni
Executive Manager of Development Services
Phone
(08) 9041 1611
Fax
(08) 9041 2379
Email
emds@merredin.wa.gov.au