Wastewater Property Advice

The Shire’s Public Health Team can assist property owners with:

• Locating septic or effluent disposal systems
• Providing guidance on wastewater management for developments or changes to your property

Knowing the location of your effluent disposal system is important to respond quickly if maintenance is needed. Early advice can also help you make informed decisions when planning developments, lodging a Development Application (DA), or applying for a Building Permit.

If you would like a copy of the original septic plans for your property, complete the below Wastewater Request for Written Advice and Septic Search Request form and, and return it by email, post, or in person.

Please note: The copy and search fee is non-refundable if the plan cannot be located.

Planning a development or changes to your property? Our Public Health team can provide advice on your wastewater system before you lodge a Development Application (DA) or Building Permit. This service replaces the previous Septic Search Request form and helps you make informed decisions early in the process.

A Property Advice Request allows our Public Health Officers to provide guidance on:

• Existing wastewater system plans or approvals (if available)
• Suitability of the current system for the proposed development or use
• Any upgrades required (e.g., systems designed for 5 guests may need upgrading for 8)
• Compliance issues, including undersized or unapproved systems

Who should lodge a request?

• Holiday houses
• Dwelling alterations or additions
• Conversions, such as sheds to ancillary accommodation
• Any development impacting wastewater systems

How to lodge a request:

Download and complete the below form, and return it by email, post, or in person.

Please note: Additional fees may apply for advice requests

Need help?

For questions about septic plans, wastewater system advice, or which form to use, contact the Shire’s Public Health Team:

Phone: (08) 9780 5628
Email: [email protected]