How do I find the actual council responsible for a boundary road?
Our answer
Use the state land/parcels map to determine the legal road boundary, then confirm maintenance responsibility with both adjoining councils.
Why this approach makes sense
Use the relevant Australian authority’s current process for the right state, territory and transaction.
Before you try it
Check the current fee, eligibility and required documents before submitting an application.
Questions people ask
What is a safe starting point for finding the actual council responsible for a boundary road?
Use the state land/parcels map to determine the legal road boundary, then confirm maintenance responsibility with both adjoining councils.
Why does the suggested approach help with finding the actual council responsible for a boundary road?
Use the relevant Australian authority’s current process for the right state, territory and transaction.
Which precautions matter when finding the actual council responsible for a boundary road?
Check the current fee, eligibility and required documents before submitting an application.