ActewAGL's building requirements — step-by-step guide

The information below is provided for builders, architects, designers, certifiers and other industry professionals to assist in meeting ActewAGL's requirements for building and development.

Our step-by-step process can be divided into three main areas:

1. Determining site constraints, including location of network assets:

  • Step 1: Check building title for easements and special conditions
  • Step 2: Request ActewAGL's network drawings
  • Step 3: Request ActewAGL's network protection and access rules
  • Step 4: Conduct site investigation to find utility services
  • Step 5: Notify ActewAGL if there are site problems

2. Checking your design for compliance with ActewAGL's building requirements:

  • Step 6: Check that your design complies with ActewAGL rules
    • Step 6.1: Conditions for different building situations
    • Steps 6.2 — 6.11: Foundation stability, structural loads and access requirements

3. Applying for ActewAGL's building approvals:

  • Step 7: Submit a building application to ActewAGL for approval
  • Step 8: Submit an application to change an easement or network alignment