If you are starting a new business, making changes to an or taking over an existing one, you need to consider the following:
Planning approval
Before submitting your application, you should make sure that the site has the correct land use for the proposed business and if any Development Approval is needed.
For planning and development information, see Planning and development.
You con contact our Development Approvals team for more information.
Building approval
To find out if you need building approval, you can:
For building information, see Building approval.
You can contact our Building team for more information.
Plumbing approval
Higher risk personal appearance services may need plumbing and drainage approval for certain activities. This includes if you do not have access to a sewerage connection and have on-site sewage facilities.
For planning and development information Planning and development – Logan City Council.
Contact our Development Approvals team for more information.
Swimming pools
Commercial swimming pools may need to meet the requirements of the Queensland Development Code MP 3.4 - swimming pool barriers.
Commercial swimming pools must meet the requirements of the Water Quality Guidelines for Public Aquatic Facilities 2019.
Advertising signs licence
We have rules about the type and location of advertising signs for businesses. Depending on the type of advertising sign, you may need to obtain a licence. Find out more about advertising signs.
Food business licence
If you intend to sell or serve food on the premises, you may need to apply for a food business licence. Find out more about food business licences.