Stormwater offsets explained
A stormwater offset is a financial contribution paid by residential developers to us for stormwater management works to be undertaken in another location.
A stormwater offset is a financial contribution paid by residential developers to us for stormwater management works to be undertaken in another location.
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View expectations and options for your development in relation to water quality contributions and on-site treatment, as stipulated by the Victoria Planning Provisions.
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If you are planning to build a private floating or fixed jetty, pontoon or mooring on Melbourne's waterways you need our approval.
If you’re planning to build over or near any of our easements or underground assets you’ll need to get our consent before starting any work.
If you plan to construct a crossing over our drain or waterway or to make any changes to an existing crossing, you must get our approval.
You must have our approval before you start work on any utility installations (such as gas, electricity and water) or excavations near our assets.
If you are planning to perform minor works on waterways you must get our consent.