Council Application - Patio or Pergola Approval
This product covers the preparation and lodgement of council approval documentation required for a custom patio or pergola project. Council approval services are provided by an independent external business that specialises in patio & pergola approvals and compliance. All required drawings and documentation will be coordinated on your behalf.
- This fee is strictly non-refundable
- Approval timelines are subject to council processing times
- Any additional council fees or requests are not included unless stated otherwise
Typical council approval process
- Plans prepared
- Site plan
- Floor plans / elevations
- Engineering (if required)
- Application lodged
- Development Application (DA) or
- Building Permit / Building Approval
- Council assessment
- Zoning & setbacks
- Height limits
- Neighbour impact
- Local planning rules
- Approval or request for changes
- Sometimes conditions apply
- Permit issued
- You’re legally allowed to build
How long does it take?
- Simple applications: 6 - 8 weeks
- Standard applications: 8 - 12 weeks
- Complex applications or objections: 10 - 14+ weeks