Permits, approvals and public health
When starting or adapting your business, any change of use to land or a building may require approval. Council encourages businesses to make contact to find out if you need a development approval, because some business activities may be exempt.
Council also assists businesses that have a legislative responsibility to minimise risks to public health. Our Public and Environmental Health Team undertakes regular inspections of businesses where there are risks to public health, and ensures that operators are aware of their responsibilities.
More information
For more information, contact our Development Help Desk:
- T: 02 4474 1231
- E: Council's Development Help Desk
or our Environmental Health Team:
- T: 02 4474 1310
- E: Council's Public and Environmental Health Team