When You Need Approval
- Complete building demolition
- Partial demolition of significant structures
- Heritage buildings (special process)
- Near boundaries
- Any structure requiring building approval to construct
Approval Process
- Check heritage and planning overlays
- Submit demolition application
- Provide asbestos report
- Show erosion and sediment control
- Obtain approval
- Engage licensed demolition contractor
Asbestos Requirements
- Testing required before demolition
- Asbestos removal before general demolition
- Licensed removalist for regulated quantities
- Proper disposal certificates
Safety Requirements
- Safe Work Method Statement
- Site fencing
- Disconnection of services (power, gas, water)
- Notification to neighbors
- Dust and noise management
Service Disconnection
- Electricity: Apply to distributor (2-4 weeks)
- Gas: Apply to gas company
- Water: Apply to water authority
- Telecoms: Notify providers
What Happens to Waste?
- Sorted for recycling (concrete, metal, timber)
- Asbestos to licensed facility
- General waste to landfill
- Waste tracking required