Planning to add a verandah to your home? At JLN Building Consultants, we make the building permit process simple, efficient and fully compliant. Our experienced building surveyors guide you from start to finish, ensuring your project meets all requirements under the Building Regulations 2018 and NCC 2022.
A verandah is a fully roofed, attached structure that forms part of the main building and provides weather-protected outdoor living space. In contrast, a pergola is typically an open or semi-open structure with a slatted or partially covered roof, designed to provide shade rather than full protection from the elements, and may be attached or freestanding. From a regulatory perspective in Victoria, verandahs are generally treated as part of the building and require a building permit, whereas some pergolas may be exempt depending on their size, height and level of enclosure.
In Victoria, a building permit is required for all verandahs attached to a dwelling, regardless of size. This ensures:
In some cases, you may also require a planning permit, particularly where:
Proceeding without the correct approvals can lead to serious consequences:
Obtaining the correct approvals upfront protects your investment and avoids costly rectification.
We take the complexity out of the permit process and deliver clear, reliable outcomes.
Specialist Building Surveyors
Decades of experience across residential projects, including verandahs, decks and extensions.
End-to-End Permit Management
We manage your application from assessment through to approval.
Compliance You Can Rely On
We ensure your verandah meets all structural, siting and regulatory requirements.
Fast, Efficient Approvals
Our streamlined process helps minimise delays and keeps your project moving.
If you are planning a verandah, speak with our team early to avoid delays and ensure a smooth approval process.
Contact JLN Building Consultants today to get your verandah permit underway.
