Temporary Access over Community Land
Temporary Access over Community Land

Temporary Access over Community Land

Temporary Access over Community Land

Apply for temporary access to City of Newcastle land to reach an adjoining property.
Last updated on: 31 January 2026
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Temporary Access over Community Land

If you need temporary access across community land to transport building materials, equipment or waste related to nearby construction work, you will need to get approval.

Application information

What you need to provide

Once the application is reviewed, we may require some or all of the below documents.

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  • Road Occupancy Licence - if you need to temporarily use or close part of a public road or footpath to gain access to the Community Land or for a crane to lift goods to the site.

Application fees

An initial administrative fee is payable when you submit your application. Any additional fees related to your application will be invoiced after review.

Submit application

Create or sign into your account

  • As part of the application process, you'll be prompted to register or sign in to your account.
  • Your account makes it easy to submit applications and requests, track their progress, view outcomes, and make payments all in one place.
  • You can find more information and step-by-step guidance on creating a registered user account, as well as access to support services, on our Registration Enquiry article.

Next steps

  1. Shortly after submitting your application, you will receive an email confirming we've received it, along with a receipt for your application fees.
  2. We'll review your application and issue an invoice for the remaining applicable fees.
  3. Once payment is received, we'll issue your permit. If access keys are required, we'll contact you to arrange collection.
  4. Your permit must be kept onsite and shown upon request by a City of Newcastle officer.
  5. After the works are completed and any access keys are returned, your key and damage bond will be refunded.

Time frames

Processing time frame can vary based on several factors, such as internal referrals and approvals that may need to take place.