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The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that due to improved fire weather conditions the OPEN BURNING PERIOD is now in effect as of 12:00pm on 03 May 2024. Click HERE for more information.
Outbuildings are Class 10 structures including Sheds, Garages, Carports & Patios and have an impervious roof
A building permit is required to construct all outbuildings it the floor area is more than 10m2 or if the height is more than 2.4m.
A pergola or shade sail is an open sided Structure with an open roof or an impervious roof (eg. shade Cloth)
A building permit is required for a pergola or shade sail if the floor area exceeds 20m2 or if the height is more than 2.4m.
A water tank that has a capacity of more than 5000 litres requires a building permit.
For further information please refer to our Water Tank Information Sheet
Please refer to the Building Permit page for information and links to apply for a building application.