Get approval for Section 138 works on the public way
Obtain or amend approval for works like installation of street furniture, minor footpath and kerb works, and street verge and tree planting.
$300 for each frontage of single residential, small commercial or industrial property (less than 9m frontage)
Project Status: When you need to do this
Approval is required for works on the public way listed under Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993, including:
- installation of street furniture
- footpath renewal (minor works, e.g. ‘make good’ of existing site conditions)
- street verge and tree planting
- modifications/changes to kerb layout.
What you need to do
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Download and complete the form
Ensure that all fields on the form have been filled correctly before lodging the application. Fields on the form marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.
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Prepare accompanying documents and drawings
These must be in digital form and comply with our digital requirements. Digital copies of applications must be supplied on a USB memory stick if lodging by mail or in person.
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Lodge your application
- Email [email protected]
- Mail: City of Sydney, GPO Box 1591, Sydney NSW 2001
- DX: 1251 Sydney
- In person: customer service centres.
The application will only be accepted if the correct fee is paid. Refer to the public domain charges section: Section 138 Roads Act Approval – Public Domain.
Before you start
Use the public domain manual to prepare your application.
For driveway removal and/or construction where no other works to the public domain are proposed please complete the Driveway Application form instead.
After you finish
Once your application is received, we may contact you for further information or clarification.
If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact the public domain team.
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