Any structure or works planned for construction on, or over an easement requires a consent to construct over/in an easement and must be obtained before the building permit.
The consent to construct over/in an easement requires the owner to enter into a contract with Brimbank City Council with an understanding and acceptance that the structure or works can be removed at any time at Council's request, in order to access the easement.
Refer to our Council and private property drainage responsibilities (232.1 KB) for more information.
Application fee
- $218.60 for building over an easement
What you need to apply
- Site plan including size and location of easement
- Footing and slab details
- Building elevations
- Materials proposed for development over the easement - read our Construct over/in an easement information sheet below for details
- Copy of title (less than 3 months old and must include Plan of Subdivision)
- A credit card to make the payment.
Please note: Application fee is non-refundable. If application proceeds further fees will be applied and applicant will be advised.
Privacy Collection Statement
We are collecting your personal information to:
- process your application in line with the
- Brimbank’s Building Over Easement Policy
- Building Regulations 2018
- Victoria Building Regulations 1994
- Planning and Environment Act 1987; and
- Transfer of Land Act 1958
- contact you about this request.
The information collected will:
- only be used for this purpose
- not be shared with any other person unless required by law.
Read our Privacy Policy to learn how we treat your personal details. And our Terms of use for online services.
To apply for access and/or amend your personal information
Contact Council’s Freedom of Information Officer.
