Engineering

Civil Engineering Standard Drawings

The Civil Engineering Standard Drawings will be updated from time to time as required, without prior notice. A history of the updates of those drawings revised will be maintained on this site.

Construction of Roads & Drains

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Specification for Road and Drainage Works is a large document split into several volumes that will take some time to download in its entirety.

Road Opening / Drainage Connection Permit

A Road Opening/Drainage Connection Permit is required to undertake works on a road, Council land or connecting to a Council asset, such as drainage connections and domestic service connections, excavation and underground boring, to ensure that construction complies with Shire standards, public safety is not affected, damage is repaired and the road reserve is reinstated to the original condition.

Hoardings & Overhead Protection

Where development works are being undertaken in commercial areas or in areas where there is close proximity to large numbers of people, protection measures will need to be installed.

Occupation of a Road or Footpath

To undertake certain works on new or existing buildings, the use of a road or footpath may be necessary.

Vehicle Crossing Permit

A permit is required to install, remove or modify a vehicle crossing to ensure that crossings are built to Shire standard and located to minimise removal of existing vegetation and to maximise street car parking.

Nature Strip Landscaping Permit

A permit is required to landscape your nature strip, including tree removal. Consideration is given to proposals that contribute to established character but do not impact on public or driver safety, restrict access for utility officers or obstruct pedestrian access.

Asset & Amenity Protection Permit

An Asset and Amenity Protection Permit is required before any building work begins to minimise damage to public assets and the environment that can result from building work, ensure the community are not paying the cost for repairs and ensure the building site is being managed responsibly.

Traffic Management Plans

For works on Shire controlled roads, streets, lanes or footpaths, a Traffic Management Plan (TMP) may need to be submitted to Mornington Peninsula Shire for review and approval.

Street Lighting Requests

All street lights within public roads are serviced by United Energy and its contractors, lighting in public places are owned and maintained by the Shire.

Special Charge Schemes

The Shire has a history of using Special Charge Schemes to assist in funding necessary infrastructure works such as the construction of unmade roads, the installation of footpaths & drainage upgrades.

Geotechnical Reports

Referenced and incorporated documents for land affected by geotechnical engineering investigation.

On-site Stormwater Detention

Information about onsite stormwater detention systems and checklist for Development Engineering Plan Approval of Construction Plans for Multi Dwelling Developments.

Drainage Easements - Rights and Responsibilities

Frequently asked questions

Digital Data Submissions for Infrastructure Assets

The Shire accepts D-spec submissions for drainage infrastructure.

Engineering Plan Assessment, Approval, Fees & Development Inspections

Learn more about the Engineering Plan Assessment, Approval process and request a Development Compliance Inspection.

Construction Management Plan (CMP)

Mornington Peninsula Shire requires as a condition of the permit for subdivision or development works that a Construction Management Plan be submitted to its Development Engineering department.

Road Openings / Drainage Connections - FAQs

Find the answers to frequently asked questions around road openings and drainage connections.

Vehicle Access to Shire Reserves

Residents can apply for a permit for vehicle access to their property through Shire land.

Vehicle Crossing / Crossover - FAQs

Find the answers to frequently asked questions around vehicle crossings and crossovers.

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