When planning a construction project, it’s essential to meet building regulations to preserve neighbourhood character and ensure safe, sustainable development. ResCode outlines specific siting provisions that every building must comply with in Benalla Rural City.
Building Regulations & ResCode
Building Regulations & ResCode
What is ResCode?
ResCode is a framework of regulations designed to ensure deResCode is a set of provisions for planning and building that ensure development meets the standards of local neighbourhood character, protects amenity and promotes sustainable development.
The provisions of ResCode apply to:
- Planning and construction of new dwellings
- Alterations and extensions to existing dwellings
- Residential subdivisions
You can read more about ResCode and how to consider the provisions in context with other parts of the planning scheme on the Victorian Government Planning website.
Compliance and Siting Requirements
Construction must take place at an appropriate distance from a property boundary. Plans lodged for a building permit must clearly show compliance with regulation siting provisions. Every building is subject to siting requirements.
Applying for Exceptions
If you want to build outside of the Building Regulations, you can apply for a Report and Consent by filling in the form corresponding to the regulation number.
How to Apply:
- Download the relevant application form from the list below.
- Fill in the form, ensuring all required details are accurate and complete.
- Lodge your application via the Customer Portal.
Assistance and Resources
Residents can review ResCode provisions in the Victorian Government’s Planning Scheme to understand how they apply to their project. For a detailed review or assistance with your application, contact our Building Team at 03 5760 2665 or email building.info@benalla.vic.gov.au.
Ensure your project complies with ResCode to avoid delays or complications. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Application Forms
Please download the required form from the list below, complete and lodge through our customer portal.
Application-for-Demolition-Consent-Form-29A-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-73-Maximum-Street-Setback-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-74-Minimum-Street-Setback-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-75-Building-Height-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-76-Site-Coverage-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-77-Permeability-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-78-Carparking-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-79-Side-and-Rear-Setback-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-80-Walls-on-Boundaries-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-81-Daylight-to-Existing-Habitable-Room-Windows-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-82-Solar-Access-to-Existing-North-Facing-Habitable-Room-Window-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-83-Overshadowing-to-Recreational-Private-Open-Space-2024-252
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-84-Overlooking-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-85-Daylight-to-Habitable-Room-Windows-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-86-Private-Open-Space-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-87-Siting-of-Class-10a-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-89-Front-Fence-Height-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-90-Side-Rear-Fence-Height-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-91-Fences-On-or-Within-150mm-Side-or-Rear-Boundaries-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-92-93-Fences-on-Street-Alignment-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-109-134-Street-Alignment-Public-Facilities-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-116-Protection-of-the-Public-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-130-Building-Over-Easement-2024-25
Report-and-Consent-Regulation-153-154-Flood-Prone-Area-2024-25
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