Pergola Permit Guide for New South Wales

Do I need council approval or a building permit for a pergola or gazebo in New South Wales?

A council approval or a building permit is required for a pergola or gazebo in New South Wales, Australia if they exceed the threshold of 25 square meters (m²) in area. If your structure is larger than this, you will need to obtain local building permits to ensure compliance with local building regulations and zoning laws. 

Do I need a building permit for my Vortex™ Pergola in New South Wales?

Vortex™ Pergolas that are under 25m2 in size, less than 3m in height, and have a floor level within 1m of the ground do not require approval from the council.
This means that Vortex® 4800XT™ Motorised Pergola is the only model that require building permits as they exceeded the threshold of 25 square meters (m²) in area.

Click the button below to learn more about the pergola and gazebo building regulations in New South Wales.