Planning and Operational Works

Access essential information on planning, development and operational works in the Mackay region, including guidelines, applications and resources to support compliant and sustainable development projects.

Operational Works and Construction Operational Works

Development EngineeringDevelopment engineering


Development Bond Guidelines and FormsRoad works

Contains all required bonding forms and guidelines for operational and private works bonds to assist applicants with lodging and requesting bond releases with council.


Erosion and Sediment ControlSoil in waterways

  • Erosion and sediment control measures are essential for preventing soil loss, protecting water quality and maintaining ecosystem stability in construction and land development projects.

Minor Works and Signs

The following documents have been prepared to assist applicants with the Minor Works Permit application process.

The documents do not replace the provisions of Council's Planning Schemes and Policies, or State Legislations and should not be used without reference to these documents.

Minor Works Permit Policies and Guides

Development Services Minor Works Permit Applications

The following work types are assessed by Development Services and require the submission of a completed Minor Works Application (Development Services)(DOCX, 210KB) form:

  • Bitumen Sealed Turnout / Shoulder
  • Concrete Footpath
  • Invert Crossing and Concrete Driveway
  • Rural Access
  • Stormwater Connection

For more information read the Minor Works Permits frequently asked questions for Development Engineering(PDF, 187KB)

The abovementioned work types, assessed by Development Services, can be lodged and the application fee paid via eApplications (Online Services).

Traffic and Investigations Minor Works Applications

The following work types are assessed by Traffic and Investigations and require the submission of a completed Minor Works Application (Transport & Drainage Infrastructure Planning)(PDF, 111KB) form:

  • Alteration / Improvement to Roads
  • Boat Mooring
  • Gates and Grids on Roads
  • Irrigation Pipes
  • Landscaping Plan
  • Temporary Road Closure
  • Tracked Cane Harvesting Equipment Crossing
  • Underground Utility Service Connection
  • Use of Roads for Regulated Purposes

The above-mentioned work types, assessed by Traffic and Investigations, can be lodged via email to council@mackay.qld.gov.au.

Advertising Devices

Council's Subordinate Local Law No. 1.4 (Installation of Advertising Devices) 2011 ensures that the installation of advertising devices do not cause harm, nuisance or obstruction to the public and the surrounding environments.

A permit is required if you intend to erect, place or remove an advertising device, banner or notice on a building, road or footpath.

Complete the Advertising Device Application Form(DOCX, 208KB) and lodge it with via council’s Online Services Portal along with the relevant fee and supporting documentation.

For further information regarding approval for erecting advertising devices, contact council's Development Planning and Engineering Program on 1300 MACKAY (622 529) or email council@mackay.qld.gov.au.

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