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Buildings and structures

carport
Carports
You must obtain a Building Permit to install a carport on your property
Demolition
Demolition
A permit is required to completely demolish or to partially dismantle a building or structure
Fences
Fences
Fences provide privacy from neighbouring properties, as well as provide security and help minimise road noise
Internal alterations
Internal alterations
You must get a Building Permit to make a change to any wall, floor or ceiling within a building
New builds, extensions and alterations
New builds, extensions and alterations
To alter, add to or build a new dwelling, you must obtain a Building Permit before undertaking works
Patios and verandahs
Patios and verandahs
Many homes in our community enjoy the balmy Karratha w
Sea containers
Sea containers
A permit is required to add sea containers on your property within the City of Karratha
Shade sails
Shade sails
Learn about the requirements of installing a shade sail on your property
Sheds and outbuildings
Sheds and outbuildings
Learn about approvals required to install an outbuilding such as garden shed or workshop on your property
Solar panels
Solar panels
Learn about permits required to install solar panels to manage your energy costs
Links
Owner-builder application
National Construction Code
Building Act 2011
Documents
New dwellings, additions and alterations information guide (135.22 KB)
Internal alterations information guide (106.22 KB)
Patios and verandahs information guide (108.07 KB)
Carports information guide (124.26 KB)
Sea containers information guide (132.51 KB)
Outbuildings information guide (150.33 KB)
Solar panels information guide (97.83 KB)
Shade sails information guide (103.25 KB)
Fences information guide (311.94 KB)
Demolition information guide (143.19 KB)
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Karratha Western Australia 6714

Acknowledgment of Country

The City of Karratha acknowledges the Ngarluma people as the traditional custodians of this land and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging.Â