Starting or growing a business can be complex, particularly when it comes to permits and registrations.
If you’re planning to start, buy, move, or expand a business, including a home-based business, it’s important to understand what approvals may be required and the fees involved before you proceed.
Different businesses have different requirements, and not every business can operate from every location.
It's important to contact us before you:
- Sign a lease, contract or purchase agreement
- Buy an existing business
- Start any fit-out or building work on your premise
- Start operating your business
Once you have identified a potential site, it’s the right time to find out which approvals are required.
Council’s Business Permit Support Service can help you understand what approvals may apply to your business and the location you are considering, whether you want to operate from your home, or a commercial premises.
Find out more about the steps to get the approvals your business may need on the Starting, Expanding or Buying a Business webpage.
Check what permits and registrations you may need by completing the Business Permit Checklist below
Our Business Permit Support team will review the information you provided and get in touch with you.
Do you have a question or need help completing the Business Permit Checklist?
Contact the Business team via email businesspermits@cgd.vic.gov.au or telephone 8571 1550.
More information
Watch the Better Approvals video on YouTube to learn how Council can help you.
