What you need to know

Prescribed Accommodation

Prescribed Accommodation

Any business running a prescribed accommodation premises, must follow the:

Business types

  • Holiday camps
  • Hostel
  • Motel/hotel
  • Residential Accommodation
  • Rooming house with temporary or shared accommodation
  • Student dormitory

Forms

Opening a new business?

  • Step 1 – To see what permits you need, complete the Business Permit Checklist.
  • Step 2 - Complete the Application form.
  • Step 3 – Submit your application with a floor plan of the property.
    Step 3 – Your application will be assessed.
  • Step 5 – A progress inspection may be conducted if required.
  • Step 6 – A final inspection must be conducted prior to opening.
  • Step 7 – You will receive an invoice for Plans Assessment and Registration.
  • Step 8 – Once paid, you will receive your Registration Certificate.

Change of ownership

As the new owner/purchaser, you need to transfer the business into your name. It is a legal requirement to have both the new and existing owners’ signatures on the application form.

  • Step 1 – Complete and submit the Application form.
  • Step 2 – Your application will be assigned to an Officer who will liaise with you throughout the process.
  • Step 3 – You will be provided with a Registration Certificate once approved by the Officer and payment of the invoice is made.

Fees and charges

Prescribed Accommodation Persons Fee
Application to submit plans N/A $130
Initial Registration

January – March

1-5 $405
Initial Registration

April – June

1-5 $340
Initial Registration

July – September)

1-5 $270
Initial Registration

October – December

1-5 $195
Renewal 1-5 $320
Additional persons > 5 $31.50
Maximum registration and renewal 15 $640
Condition of Premises report N/A $270
Transfer N/A 50% of renewal fee

How to appeal an Infringement

If you are issued with an infringement for a premises registered with council, you can apply to have the matter reviewed. To apply for internal review, please complete and submit an online application.