Relevant rules in the Regulation:

  • Schedule 1, Part 1.4, Division 1.4.1, Section 1.35 and 1.36.

A driveway across a road verge doesn't need DA approval if:

  • it’s for a single dwelling
  • it won’t result in more than 2 driveways across the road verge
  • it is approved before you start building, and
  • it complies with the general exemption criteria.

Resealing existing driveways

You don’t need DA approval to reseal an existing driveway if you use one or more of the following materials:

  • concrete (including coloured or patterned concrete)
  • bitumen
  • pavers, including bricks
  • timber, and
  • grass, including stabilising treatment.

Remember to meet general exemption criteria to reseal existing driveways.

Find out more about driveway approvals.