Buying, selling and searches

Find the types of information you may need when buying or selling property. Brisbane City Council offers a number of searches including records, planning and building searches.

Council provides this information as a guide only and recommends you seek legal advice and consult your real estate agent regarding your specific situation.

Find what you need

Before buying a property you will need to do some research. Check the zoning to find out what you are able to use the property for under Brisbane’s planning rules. You can also find out the development potential, property sale information and details about the local area.

Find out how to request copies of approved building plans for a Brisbane-based home, multiple dwelling or commercial building.

Use Council’s free online service to check the rates balance just before settlement of your property transfer. Contact Urban Utilities for a water balance.

Check if the property you want to buy has all the necessary building approvals by doing a building search.

View previous development applications and approvals. For written information, request a Planning and Development Certificate for a fee.

Request this conveyance search to find out the current rates position and other information for a property.

Information about Council's online conveyance search fees and charges.

Find out the process for changing ownership details and the fees that will apply. You can also update your address for Council services.

Useful Council information for real estate agents marketing property.

Find out how to purchase copies of stormwater drainage plans and roofwater drainage plans from Council.

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