Building
The Town of Port Hedland ensures all construction and structural works comply with state legislation and safety standards. Whether you’re building a new home, adding a patio, or demolishing a structure, OneConnect is here to support you through the process.
You can submit a general enquiry through OneConnect or call our Customer Service’s team on (08) 9158 9300 weekdays between 8:00am and 3.45pm.
General Enquiry
Applying for a Building Permit
Before commencing any construction, alteration, addition, repair, underpinning, demolition, or removal of a building, a building permit must be obtained. This applies to builders and owner-builders alike.
Assessment Timeframes
In accordance with the Building Act 2011, the Town is required to assess applications within the following statutory timeframes (beginning at 12:00 AM the day after a complete application and fee payment is received):
| Application Type |
Assessment Timeframe |
| Building Permit – Certified (BA1) |
10 working days |
| Building Permit – Uncertified (BA2) |
25 working days |
| Demolition Permit (BA5) |
10 working days |
| Occupancy Permit (BA9) |
10 working days |
| Building Approval Certificate (BA13) |
10 working days |
If further information is requested during the assessment process, the applicant has 21 calendar days to respond. Failure to provide this within the timeframe may result in the application being refused and fees retained.
In some cases, these timeframes may be adjusted by written agreement between the Town and the applicant.
Fees and Charges
Fees for building applications are payable upon lodgement and vary depending on the type and value of the development. Payment can be made securely online through OneConnect.
Applications
See below the list of applications you can submit through the OneConnect Portal:
- BA1 - Application for Building Permit - Certified
- BA2 - Application for Building Permit - Uncertified
- BA5 - Application for Demolition Permit
- BA7 - Notice of Completion
- BA8 - Notice of Cessation
- BA9 - Application for Occupancy Permit
- BA13 - Application for Building Approval Certificate
- BA19 - Request to Amend Building Permit or Builder's Details
- BA22 - Application to Extend Time - Building or Demolition Permit
- BA23 - Application to Extend Time - Occupancy Permit or Building Approval Certificate
- Copy of Building Plans & Documents
Logon to OneConnect to start a new application, or refer to the registration page if you do not have an account.
Requests
See below the list of requests you can submit through the OneConnect Portal: