Laws and permits for residents

Brisbane City Council administers and enforces regulations around keeping of animals, noise, pollution, vegetation, fences and health and safety. Council sometimes requires permits for these and other areas. Find out when you require a permit and how to apply.

Council is responsible for investigating some noise complaints and on-the-spot fines may be issued. Learn about the acceptable noise levels and complaints. 

Requirements for keeping dogs, cats, poultry and horses and for operating a pet shop in Brisbane.

Find out about if your property has protected vegetation and what that means under Council's Natural Assets Local Law 2003.

Council has regulations for the way you conduct work on footways. Find information on using or closing a road or footway and how to obtain a driveway permit.

If you run a business, you may need to apply for licences and permits from Council. You may also need planning and building approval to start or expand your business.

Council has planning criteria if you are thinking of starting a home business including number of employees, signage, car parking and hours of operation.

Find approval requirements for constructing swimming pools and spas in Brisbane.

Council has a dedicated Building and Construction Management Team (BCMT) that responds to issues that arise from developments under construction.

Brisbane residential areas have parking rules in place to ensure parked or stopped vehicles do not affect local access or traffic flow. Find out how to report illegal parking.

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