Driveway crossover permit in Cardinia Shire Council, VIC
A driveway that crosses the footpath or nature strip in Cardinia Shire Council needs a vehicle crossing permit. The fee is $160.60 (2026-27). Who applies: Owner applies, but a qualified contractor with $20M public liability insurance is required; owner cannot do the work. The council's page is https://www.cardinia.vic.gov.au/services/parking-roads-and-traffic/driveways-and-crossovers (checked 17 Oct 2026).
Checked 17 October 2026.
Works Within a Road Reserve permit (crossover)
Example coverage: Pakenham VIC.
- Fee and fee year
- $160.60, 2026-27. Allow for application, inspection and any bond separately.
- Who applies
- Owner applies, but a qualified contractor with $20M public liability insurance is required; owner cannot do the work
- Timeframe
- Processing time: up to 28 business days. Permit valid for 6 months (can be extended for 3 months)
- Contractor
- Yes: qualified contractor, $20M public liability insurance, certificate of currency
- Plans
- Location, dimensions and type of works; traffic management details if needed. No engineer stated
Open the Cardinia Shire Council page for the current vehicle crossing guidance.
Checked 17 October 2026.
The permit is separate from the concrete. For the concrete, see the driveway cost guide, and for businesses, the Melbourne list.
Common questions
Do I need a permit for a new driveway in Cardinia Shire Council?
If it crosses the footpath or nature strip, you generally do. Cardinia Shire Council charges $160.60 (2026-27).
Who applies, me or the concreter?
Who applies: Owner applies, but a qualified contractor with $20M public liability insurance is required; owner cannot do the work. Ask your concreter who is doing it and put it in the quote. Ask your concreter who is doing it and put it in the quote.
How long does a crossover permit take?
The council states: Processing time: up to 28 business days. Permit valid for 6 months (can be extended for 3 months).
Why does your table say "not found"?
We list a fee only when it is on a council page we can open. Not found means we could not find one on the date shown.
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