Waterways and Drainage Charge
The charge funds a range of services to protect rivers and creeks, and provide regional drainage and flood protection. View current prices.
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Protecting the Watts River catchment
We’re working hard to protect the lower Watts River catchment from an aggressive weed, red cestrum.
Our Path to Net Zero
We’re taking action on climate change to protect the natural resources that sustain us so Melbourne remains a great place to live.
Mosquito monitoring and control at Seaford Wetlands
During the warmer months we monitor mosquito larvae at the Seaford Wetlands and coordinate actions to control outbreaks.
Improving the Little Yarra River
We’re working to improve the health of the Little Yarra River in Yarra Junction, by undertaking weed control and revegetation along the streamside.
Prepare for flooding
By understanding your flood risk and taking a few simple actions, you can be prepared for flooding.
Building permit
Building surveyors must consult with Melbourne Water prior to issuing a building permit.
Certification of plan of subdivision
Councils refer an application to subdivide land to relevant referral authorities, including Melbourne Water.
Drainage conditions for a site
If you are developing or subdividing land you may be required to apply for an offer in order to enter into an agreement with us to meet our drainage conditions.
Planning permit for development
Applications for planning permits for the development of a site may be referred to Melbourne Water for a Section 72 amendment or a secondary consent amendment pathway.