Get approval for construction-related temporary structures on or above a public road

The code of practice for construction-related temporary structures on and above roads contains requirements to install graphics and artwork on hoardings and in some circumstances on scaffolding. The installation of graphics is mandatory in certain circumstances such as the location and duration of installation. They are required to minimise adverse visual impacts of work sites and hoardings, and to increase the presence of creativity in our streetscapes.

Please refer to the creative graphics section (part 6 of the code of practice) for more information.

Examples can be seen in the photo gallery on this page.

Type-A hoarding

Type-A hoardings generally consist of a 2.1m high ply-sheet fence attached to a supporting timber or steel frame.

Type-B hoarding

Type-B hoardings are a more substantial structure that spans a footway or roadway and affords overhead protection to the public.

Scaffolding on a public road

Scaffolding erected on a footway or roadway must be protected at street level by a Type-A hoarding fence, which is often attached to the scaffolding frame.

If the footway is narrow and scaffolding needs be placed partly on the roadway or can't be set back at least 300mm from the kerb, barriers must be provided to protect the temporary structure from vehicle impacts. Alternative pedestrian pathways past the work site must also be provided, which are appropriate and approved.

Scaffolding on the deck of a Type-B hoarding

Scaffolding can also be placed on the deck of a Type-B hoarding, which can also accommodate site sheds that meet certain requirements as set out in the code of practice.

As we own public streets, a footway/roadway occupation fee is charged to place a temporary structure on a public road or footway. The fees vary depending on the hoarding type, its location and whether sheds will be placed on the hoarding deck. Fees are calculated based on the length of the hoarding along a property or building frontage.

Some hoardings, mainly Type-B, also require payment of a performance bond to cover damage to public property, such as footway surfaces and street trees. Further details are available in clause 1.15 of the code of practice for construction-related temporary structures on and above roads.

Fees vary depending on the hoarding type, its location and whether sheds will be placed on the hoarding deck. Fees are calculated based on time, and the length of the hoarding along a property or building frontage.

The fees estimator will provide an estimated cost, which should only be used as a guide. We can only provide an exact cost when your application has been lodged and assessed.

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If you are planning to erect a substantial temporary structure, particularly in the city centre and other busy commercial areas, or for a lengthy duration, please contact the building certification services team to discuss your proposal:

• 02 9265 9751
• [email protected]

We also offer a fee-based consultation service. This can be particularly helpful for sites in the city centre where high pedestrian densities can be expected.