Demolition

This section provides information on requirements for demolition of buildings or part of buildings.

Demolition

Demolition is where all or part of a building is removed and the area of the building exceeds 40m2 and does not form part of a Building Permit in relation to renovations or additions. Removal can be for proposed development or additions to an existing building. As a land-owner you have a statutory obligation to advise the City of any additions or alterations to a building where no exemption applies.

All demolition applications require the following:

- Site plan at a scale of no less than 1:200 showing the lot size and location of all buildings, with the building(s) to be demolished clearly defined. 
-  Application form to be signed by the applicant and owner 
-  Where the demolition is required under WorkSafe to be carried out by a licensed contractor, the registration number of the contractor needs to be included.

Licensed contractor

Under WorkSafe legislation, a licensed contractor is necessary when there is asbestos on site or because of the size of the demolition. More information can be obtained at

http://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/WorkSafe/Content/Services/Certification_registration_and/Asbestos_removal_licence_No_3.html  

Verge damage bond

All demolition applications require a verge damage bond deposit to be paid. The current bond is $550, which includes a $110 verge inspection fee and $440 bond deposit.