When Is A Demolition Permit Required?

If you're planning to demolish a building or structure, it's important to check whether you need a demolition permit before demolition begins. If you demolish a building without the required permit, you may be putting the people around you in danger and you could face serious charges. In this article, we'll explain what a demolition permit is, when you need one, and what you'll need to apply for one.

A demolition permit is required in the majority of Australian states when a property is to be demolished and replaced with a new structure or building. Demolition permits ensure that all demolitions are carried out by qualified and trained professionals, and also protect the safety of people and buildings around the site of the demolition.

A demolition license is not the same as a demolition permit - a demolition permit simply gives you permission to demolish non-residential or residential structures on your property. Demolition licenses must be held by businesses that carry out demolitions, and it demonstrates that a business has the required skills, qualifications, and equipment to carry out demolitions safely and responsibly.

Across Australia, demolition permits are required when a building is being demolished. In some instances, for example, if you're demolishing only a very small part of your private residential home and no buildings nearby could be damaged during demolition, it is possible to carry out demolitions without a permit.

If you're not sure whether your demolition requires a permit, you can check with your local council or call local demolitions experts.

If you'd like to know more about demolitions in Queensland and surrounding regions or you're looking for a fully-insured local demolitions expert to carry out your demolitions, contact us today at Allcoast Group Demolition Contractors.