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Chimneys, flues and vents

Relevant rules in the Regulation:

Schedule 1, Part 1.4, Division 1.4.1, Section 1.27.

A chimney, flue or vent doesn’t need DA approval if it:

penetrates or is attached to the building's roof, and
doesn't extend more than 1.5m above the lowest point of the roof where the chimney, flue or vent penetrates/attaches to.

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