Do You Need a Permit to Demolish a House in 2025? Legal Requirements in Sunshine Coast & North Brisbane

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Before demolishing your house in Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, or North Brisbane, make sure you know which permits you need, how to get them fast, and how to stay compliant. 1300 Demolition handles the entire process – safely, legally, and efficiently.

Thinking about demolishing your old property this year? Before you start bringing down walls, there’s one crucial thing to handle first: permits. In the Sunshine Coast–Moreton Bay–North Brisbane corridor, every demolition project — from removing a small garage to pulling down a full residential structure — requires council approval and compliance with Queensland’s safety and environmental rules.

At 1300 Demolition, we help homeowners, builders and developers navigate the process end‑to‑end: permits, utilities, asbestos management, safe demolition, recycling and site clearance. Here’s a clear, local guide for 2025.

Do You Really Need a Demolition Permit?

Yes. Local councils such as Sunshine Coast Council, Moreton Bay Regional Council and Brisbane City Council generally require an approved demolition permit for residential and many small commercial structures. Permits exist to make sure that:

Asbestos and hazardous materials are identified and handled by licensed professionals.
Essential services (power, gas, water, sewer, NBN) are safely disconnected.
Neighbouring properties and public areas are protected via fencing, dust and noise controls, traffic management and signage.

Tip: If your property sits in a special overlay or heritage area, you may also need development approval. A local contractor can check this quickly.

2) How to Get a Demolition Permit (Step‑by‑Step)

Check council requirements : forms, fees and lead times can vary.
Engage a licensed, insured contractor (like 1300 Demolition) to prepare and lodge the paperwork.
Provide required documentation: site plan, demolition methodology, waste and recycling plan, asbestos survey (where applicable), traffic/neighboring property protection plan.
Utilities abolishment: arrange permanent disconnections for electricity, gas, water and telecoms.
Approval & start: once approved, works are scheduled, exclusion zones/fencing installed, and pre‑start checks completed.

We can handle the entire permit process on your behalf so your timeline and rebuild plans stay on track.

3) Asbestos & Other Hazardous Materials

Homes built before 1990 commonly contain asbestos. Queensland law requires licensed removal and disposal before demolition progresses. We coordinate inspection, removal, transport and compliant disposal. This protects your family, workers and neighbours — and prevents fines or delays.

4) Utilities Disconnection (Abolishment)

For safety and compliance, electricity, gas, water and telecoms must be permanently disconnected before demolition starts. We liaise with providers, confirm abolishment certificates, and verify that live services are not present on day one.

5) Site Protection, Recycling & Clean‑Up

Safety & neighbours: fencing, signage, dust suppression, noise management and traffic control plans.
Recycling: timber, steel, concrete and bricks are separated where feasible to reduce landfill and cost.
Final clearance: we remove waste, level the block and prepare it for surveying or construction.

6) Timeframes

Typical residential timelines (guide only):

Permit assessment: varies by council and documentation quality.
On‑site demolition: usually several days for standard dwellings.
Clean‑up & recycling: typically 1–2 days after structure removal.

We’ll provide a schedule for your property after a quick site review.

7) Common Mistakes to Avoid

Starting works without written council approval.
Skipping an asbestos survey on older homes.
Not organising permanent utility abolishment.
Choosing a contractor without the right licence, insurance or safety systems.
Underestimating waste volumes or neglecting recycling options.

Why Choose 1300 Demolition?

Licensed & insured across Queensland.
Local expertise with Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and North Brisbane councils.
End‑to‑end service: permits, utilities, asbestos, demolition, recycling and clean‑up.
Transparent scope and communication — no surprises.

Service Areas

We service the Sunshine Coast (and surrounding suburbs), Moreton Bay Region and North Brisbane. If you’re near these areas, chances are we can help.

Call Us

Call 1300 Demolition today for a free quote and permit consultation — we’ll get back to you in less than 24 hours.