Do I need an asset protection permit or any other building /construction related permits?
An Asset Protection Permit is required before commencing construction that may affect council owned assets like footpaths, crossovers, roads, drains, signs, nature strips and nature strip trees. This ensures damages are minimised and repaired without cost to ratepayers.
Upon receiving an appointment of works notice via a Section 80 or Section 29a (demolition), Council will automatically complete a pre-condition inspection and notify the property owner with the necessary Asset Protection documents and application form which will specify the process and payment of the asset protection permit fee and the security bond. The application form will be mailed to the property owner’s address.
A security bond is kept by Council for the duration of all construction works which can be used to fix any damages to council assets because of these works, however, are fully refunded once works are complete and our Council Officers have confirmed no damages have been made, or they have been fixed to Council standards. The security bond allocated to each project will vary depending on the extent of the works to be carried out, and the potential for damage.
An Asset Protection Permit is required before commencing any demolition, construction or building works at the property.
If you haven’t received your application form from us and are needing to start your works, please call our Customer Service team on 9599 4444 or email AssetProtectionPermits@bayside.vic.gov.au to start this process.
What are the key steps in the process?
- Council receives notification from your building surveyor of upcoming building works.
- Council officers will inspect and record the current condition of the asset/s outside your property.
- We will send an Asset Protection application form to the registered property owner to complete and sign, as well as make the necessary payments. All information is specified in the application provided.
- To pay the application fee and security deposit you will need to use the reference number on your notice via our ecouncil website.
- A permit is issued, and works can commence. A sign must be placed on the site that includes the site address, name and address of the builder, and a 24-hour contact number.
- Once all works are completed, you will need to fill out a bond refund application form.
- Once received we will inspect the site and the condition of the asset/s and advise if further remedial works are required. For detailed information regarding the bond refund process click here.
- Once the assets are deemed to be in satisfactory condition, the security deposit will be refunded (or balance refunded if used to fund remedial works). The refund will take approx. 4 weeks to return to the nominated account.
Current cost
| Asset protection fee (Standard block) | $346.00 | *Non refundable. |
| Asset protection fee (Large development) | $1,016.00 | *For large scale developments, when cost of project is over $20M. |
Security bond - Ranges from $2500 to $50,000. This amount will depend on the size and cost of the building project and the property block. This amount is fully refundable at the conclusion of all building works and no damages remain outstanding.
How do I make sure any damage is repaired correctly?
All works affecting our assets and infrastructure must be designed, constructed and reinstated according to our public asset engineering drawings.
In some cases, we may arrange reinstatement on behalf of applicants at their expense.
Where an immediate risk to public safety exists Council may carry out make safe repairs, which will be at the expense of the applicant.
Other permits you may need
Hoarding or storage on public land - including Road Closures and Work Zone Permits
To erect a hoarding or store materials over public land such as the footpath or nature strip you need to complete the hoarding or occupation of the road application form. This form is also used to apply for closure of any Council roads to assist with building or construction works, as well as applying for a Work Zone permit.
Please note that a report and consent for Protection of the Public Regulation 116 may be required as part of a Hoarding application. Where a Section 30 Building Permit has been approved, please contact the building department on (03) 9599 4660 or visit our Report and Consent page.
Applications can be submitted via email: AssetProtectionPermits@bayside.vic.gov.au or in person at Council's Corporate Centre, 76 Royal Avenue, Sandringham from 8.30am to 5pm (Monday to Friday) or via post PO Box 27, Sandringham VIC 3191.
Hoarding or occupation of the road application form
Current costs
| Road Occupation Permit or Hoarding Occupation Permit application fee | $323.00 | |
Additional fees (if applicable): | ||
| Occupation fee per sq.metre/week | $12.90 | *Dependent on amount of space to be occupied. |
| Road Closure - First Day | $594.00 | *Charged in addition to application fee. |
| Road Closure - Second & subsequent days | $157.00 | *when the additional day immediately follows a previous instance of road closure. |
| Work Zone permit fee | $743.00 | *Cost for signage changeover and is charged in addition to Occupation Permit application fee |
| Work Zone per sq.metre/week | $12.90 | *Dependent on amount of space to be occupied. |
| Security deposit per square metre | $44.00 | *Only applicable if there is no Asset Protection Permit in place. |
| Express application processing fee (Less than 10 day turn around time) | $160.50 | *When application has been received with less than 10 business days for processing. |
| Permit amendment fee | $81.00 | *When a request to alter an already issued permit. |
Plant & Equipment on public land
To erect any plant and equipment on public land such as the road, footpath, or nature strip you need to complete the Plant & Equipment Road Occupation Permit application form. Some examples of plant and equipment include a Crane, Cherry Picker, Scissor Lift, Concrete Pump or Excavator.
Applications can be submitted via email: AssetProtectionPermits@bayside.vic.gov.au or in person at Council's Corporate Centre, 76 Royal Avenue, Sandringham from 8.30am to 5pm (Monday to Friday) or via post PO Box 27, Sandringham VIC 3191.
Allow 10 business days for a decision. A permit must be obtained before occupation of Council property.
Plant and Equipment Road Occupancy Permit Application
Current costs
| Plant & Equipment daily occupation permit application fee | $323.00 | *Includes 1 day of occupation for specified plant or equipment |
| Plant & Equipment - Additional day fee | $160.50 | *When the additional day immediately follows a previous instance of occupation. |
| Express application processing fee (Less than 10 day turn around time) | $160.50 | *When application has been received with less than 10 business days for processing. |
| Permit amendment fee | $81.00 | *When requesting to alter an already issued permit. |
Vehicle crossings
For any works to an existing or new vehicle crossing from the road over the footpath, you need to apply and pay online for a vehicle crossing permit.
Book a Vehicle Crossing inspection online
Current costs
| Vehicle Crossover permit application fee | $344.00 | |
| Temporary crossover permit fee | $172.00 | |
| Reinspection fee | $196.00 | *Applicable when first inspection has failed or area is not prepared as required for inspector review. |
| Pre property purchase consultation | $81.00 | *When seeking pre approval advice. |
Stormwater connection
To connect into Bayside's stormwater drainage system including kerb and channel you need to apply and pay online for a Stormwater Tapping Permit.
Book a stormwater connection inspection online
Current costs
| Stormwater Tapping Connection permit application fee | $280.00 | |
| Reinspection fee | $196.00 | *Applicable when first inspection has failed or area is not prepared as required for inspector review. |
| Pre property purchase consultation | $81.00 | *When seeking pre approval advice. |
Open a road or surrounds
To excavate in a road, nature strip or footpath for any purpose, e.g. sewer, water connection or footpath repair, you need to you need to apply and pay online for a Road Opening Permit.
Current cost
| Road opening permit application fee | $280.00 |