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Do I need Council approval to build a Shed on the Gold Coast?

If you’re planning on building a shed on the Gold Coast you may be wondering, do I need Council approval? The short answer is it depends.

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When Do I Need a Town Planner?

In principle, whenever you are undertaking any type of property development in South East Queensland, you should run the project past a town planner.

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What is the Rural Residential Zone and What Can I do? 

The Rural Residential Zone is a common zoning designation within the hinterland of the Gold Coast and is often referred to as “lifestyle blocks.” Rural Residential properties are usually around 4,000m2 to 20,000m2 and are often improved by a single Dwelling House. They also commonly include vegetation and waterways.

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Do I need a development approval for my mezzanine?

A common enquiry to Align is from owners and tenants of industrial properties within the City who would like to establish a mezzanine. Many properties have also been served with a show cause notice for a mezzanine extension, without being aware of the requirement for a development approval. Mezzanine extensions are most commonly seen in Do I need a development approval for my mezzanine?

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Air BNB (Short Term Accommodation) – Gold Coast

The Gold Coast is a tourism mecca and with the rise of online short-term rental sites (Airbnb, Stayz etc) it has never been easier for residents or investors to make a good return renting their homes out. However, what homeowners may not be aware of is that a Council development approval is required in most Air BNB (Short Term Accommodation) – Gold Coast

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