If you would like to place a shipping container on privately owned land within Nillumbik, you will need a permit under the Nillumbik General Local Law 1.
Before you apply
Permits may be subject to planning approval. Before submitting your application, speak with our Planning team on 9433 3343 to understand if there are any planning approvals required.
Note the following:
- This permit applies to shipping containers used for storage only. If you wish to place a shipping container on your property for another use, you may need a planning permit.
- This permit is not required for properties larger than four hectares.
- You will need to detail the purpose for the use of the shipping container as part of your permit application.
- Permits are issued for a maximum of 12 months.
- If you are not the owner of the property, you will need to provide written permission from the property owner as part of your permit application.
Permit conditions
If a permit is approved, certain conditions will apply. This may include specifying the approved location of the shipping container to ensure it does not negatively impact the amenity of the area.
Fees
The application fee for a permit to place a shipping container is $120. This amount is correct as of 1 July 2026.
How to apply
Criteria for issuing permits
To find out more about the criteria that Council uses to make a decision about this permit, refer to the Nillumbik General Local Law 1 Procedure and Protocol Manual(PDF, 2MB).
Find out about the purpose of planning permits versus building permits, and the sorts of activities that require that you apply for them.