Design and construction information

Heritage

Because the history and heritage of the Clarence Valley is important to us, we want to celebrate and preserve it for future generations.

We provide water and sewer connections in most towns and villages across the Clarence Valley. Find out more about how to connect to council water and sewer services, download a copy of the Pressure Sewer Manual plus access our Development Service Plans.

Asbestos Removal and Disposal

If you are thinking about renovating, you must be aware of asbestos.

Swimming Pool Safety and Requirements

Find out about Swimming Pool Safety and Requirements

Development and Design Manual

The Development and Design Manual is a regional approach to provide uniform development standards via a clear and comprehensive set of requirements for development infrastructure design and construction.

National Construction Code (NCC)

Access the National Construction Code and Building Industry news here

Building in bushfire prone areas

Construction should use techniques and materials to maximise their resistance to bushfire.

Building and development factsheets

Factsheets for building and development

Fire safety measures

Maintenance of Fire Safety Equipment for owners of buildings with fire safety measures

Water Recreation Structures

This page outlines the approval requirements for constructing a water recreation structure (e.g. pier, wharf, jetty or boat ramp) within the Clarence Valley area.

Waste and wastewater management

Find out all you need to know about Waste Management Plans and Onsite Wastewater Management with your development.

Accessibility

About 20% of Australians have a disability. Many of us will have a disability at some stage in our lives. This could be either permanent or temporary, such as an injury caused by participating in sport, being involved in an accident or contracting a disease.