A Verge Permit is required for works within the verge or the use of the verge or works on private property which may impact the verge.

A site plan is required, indicating assets within the verge (such as footpaths, street trees, road, crossover) and the proposed works on the property or verge. Applicants may wish to include a written proposal or justification.

A site plan is required that indicates the proposed location, dimensions, offset from boundaries and construction material. Any existing street trees must also be indicated. 

A comprehensive stormwater drainage plan designed by a consulting engineer, Geotechnical report stating that all on-site stormwater retention options have been investigated and exhausted and a Modified COPAS Equation for Stormwater Retention.

If your new verge garden or verge upgrade fully complies with the Town’s Verge Treatment Policy and Guidelines, no application or permit is needed.  

A site plan is required indicating assets within the verge (such as footpaths, street trees, road, crossover), underground services within the verge (street lighting, power, gas, stormwater, water, sewerage and telecommunications) and the proposed verge treatment.