Inspections are required to ensure that our conditions are met, waterways are protected, public safety ensured, property is protected and works and building complies with standards.

You need our formal approval before you can work on any new or modified stormwater connection.

To build a bicycle or pedestrian path on our land, near our assets or within a floodplain you will need our formal approval.

If you are planning landscaping work we must approve proposed plantings over or near pipe reserves, easements and floodways.

If you are planning to perform minor works on waterways you must get our consent.

You must have our approval before you start work on any utility installations (such as gas, electricity and water) or excavations near our assets.

If you plan to construct a crossing over our drain or waterway or to make any changes to an existing crossing, you must get our approval.

If you’re planning to build over or near any of our easements or underground assets you’ll need to get our consent before starting any work.

If you are planning to build a private floating or fixed jetty, pontoon or mooring on Melbourne's waterways you need our approval.

An official flood level certificate states the estimated maximum floodwater height for a property, known as the flood level. It is required for certain planning and land development applications, including some council planning permits.