Driveway permits
Under Council’s Public Land and Council Assets Local Law 2014, driveways are the responsibility of the property owner to construct and maintain. This is because access to the property is gained by crossing Crown (State Government) land.
If you are going to build, repair or modify a driveway you must have a driveway permit to cross the footway. Before issuing a permit, Brisbane City Council will assess your proposal against the relevant requirements and guidelines.
Your driveway must be:
- a solid, non-slip material such as concrete, asphalt or pavers. You cannot use materials such as tiles, gravel and bluestone
- the same level as the footpath
- within permitted gradients
- clear of stormwater pits
- clear of street trees
- constructed in accordance with Council’s technical standards.
Residential driveway permits
A permit is needed before you build, repair or modify a driveway for a single detached house. Find out when you can apply for a self-assessable permit and when you need to apply for full assessment.
Commercial driveways
A commercial driveway provides car access for premises other than a single detached house. A permit is needed before you build, repair or modify a commercial driveway.
Driveway technical standards
Proposed driveways must comply with several technical standards prior to approval.
Constructing driveways and street trees
When constructing a driveway, you must consider any impacts the driveway may have on street trees, as well what impacts the tree may have on your new driveway.
Other driveway approvals
Your driveway project may involve work that must be carried out or approved by Council or other organisations.
Definitions of driveway terms
Definitions and examples of different types of driveways and terminology including culvert, crossing and swale.