Find information about the approvals you may need to set up a business on your property.
All properties in Brisbane are subject to the requirements of Council’s planning scheme, Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan).
City Plan outlines how and where businesses in Brisbane can operate. This includes home-based businesses and businesses run from outside the home.
Before you use a property for business purposes, you must ensure you that you understand the relevant planning rules to avoid potential legal issues or penalties.
To do this, you may need to:
Use City Plan online to find planning requirements that apply to your property. They determine what type of land use and development is permitted on your property.
You’ll need to confirm your property zoning and if:
Learn about how to use City Plan online.
The type of business you’re operating, as defined by City Plan, and where it's located determines the codes that will apply.
The planning scheme codes outline requirements that ensure the day-to-day running of your business doesn’t negatively impact the community or the environment.
Under City Plan, it’s preferable for different types of businesses to be located in certain zones.
The operation of certain categories of business may be subject to industry-specific Queensland Government legislation and local laws.
Make sure you’re familiar with any rules or regulations that apply to your business.
Select the type of business you want to set up at your premises.
You’ll find information about the approvals you need and access resources to help you operate your business.
Brisbane City Plan 2014 (City Plan) defines a home-based business as the use of a dwelling for a business that's subordinate to the residential use. It can operate from a house or a multiple dwelling (e.g. unit or townhouse) property.
Examples of a home-based business include a:
Learn about running a business from home.
Yes, you can operate more than one home-based business. However, you must:
Learn more about setting up a business at home.
You may need to lodge a development application in order to receive planning approval (also known as a development approval). However, this is not always the case.
To find out, step through the application process for your business type.
You can get building approval from a licensed private building certifier. Visit the Queensland Building and Construction Commission website to find a local contractor.
Depending on the nature of your business, you may need Council approval to open it. To find out if you need approval, learn more about the type of business you want to open.
Yes, you can run a small business from home. However, you may need approval first. Before you set up a home-based business, find out if you need Council approval.
Yes, you can make a complaint to Council about a disruptive neighbouring home business.
This includes complaints about noise, light, air and odour issues.
Learn how to make a complaint.
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