Vehicle Crossing (Driveway) Permits

If you are planning to modify or construct a vehicle crossing (driveway) from your property boundary to the kerb and gutter or road, you are required to obtain Council approval prior to the commencement of any construction. This applies to existing dwellings with an Occupation Certificate.

For new dwellings requiring a vehicle crossing / driveway approval as part of a Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC), must apply for a Section 138 Road Act approval through the NSW Planning Portal. This is a prerequisite for obtaining a Construction Certificate or a Compliance Certificate required for an Occupation Certificate.

Where to Apply

Click on the following link to apply for S138 : https://pp.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/development-and-assessment/additional-approvals-applications/section-138-approvals

All vehicle crossings that are to be constructed across public land are required to be designed and constructed in accordance with Council's relevant standards and specifications and are to be approved by Council.

How to apply for approval

Residential vehicle crossing for single dwellings

Apply Online for A Residential Vehicle crossing

 

What happens next?

  • A Council officer will conduct an onsite visit within 5 business days and assess your application.
  • The officer will contact you via phone to advise you of the outcome and how things proceed, if approved.
  • Once you have received approval for the construction of your vehicle crossing, you can obtain a quote for Council to carry out the works by contacting us on 02 4645 4000. Otherwise, you can engage the services of a local contractor to construct your vehicle crossing for you.
  • You must not start any works until a permit is issued.
  • If you are experiencing any issues in the submission of your application, please contact us on 02 4645 4000

Medium density housing, industrial and commercial vehicle crossings

  • To modify, repair, or widen a vehicle crossing driveway for Duplex (industrial/commercial), please apply through the NSW Planning Portal. Refer to the Council's page "Apply for Section 138 Road Act Approval via the NSW Planning Portal" for instructions.

     

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