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Approvals and engineering

Waterfront Approvals Gold Coast

New pontoons, jetties, boat ramps, marine piles and revetment work may require survey, engineering and tidal works assessment.

1

Define the proposal

Existing structure, proposed changes, vessel and intended use.

2

Check the site

Frontage, access, waterway, levels and existing approvals.

3

Prepare documents

Plans, registered plan, engineering and supporting information.

4

Lodge and respond

Application, referral and information requests.

5

Construct correctly

Build to the approved design and retain records.

Gold Coast approval pathway

The Gold Coast Waterways Authority recommends seeking advice before lodging a tidal works development application. The City of Gold Coast is commonly the assessment manager for local projects, while GCWA may act as a referral agency.

Common documents

  • Registered property plan and owner details
  • Site and layout plan
  • Structure dimensions and construction details
  • Vessel information where relevant
  • Survey and levels
  • Structural or marine engineering
  • Details of changes to existing works

Repairs versus new works

Routine maintenance may not follow the same pathway as replacement, extension or a new structure. The exact approval position should be checked before committing to construction.

Tweed and Northern New South Wales

Projects south of the Queensland border follow different local and state requirements. Do not rely on a Gold Coast approval pathway for a Tweed property.

Official resources

Gold Coast Waterways Authority tidal works information

City of Gold Coast waterfront revetment wall information

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