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Jetty licences

Find out about jetty licences in Western Australia.

Any structure in, on, over or connected fully or in part to any water that may be used for the purpose of launching or landing a vessel must have a jetty licence.

Examples of structures that need to be licensed include:

  • jetty or pier
  • wharf or quay
  • grid or slip
  • landing place, stage, ramp or platform.

Licensing your jetty or structure ensures that it meets safety standards and does not interfere with waterway navigation.

What kind of licence do I need?

Jetty licences are issued based on what the jetty will be used for:

  • private jetty is a structure that is only used for domestic and recreational use
  • commercial jetty is a structure that is used for any commercial activity
  • community jetty is a structure that is owned by a local government authority and used by the public.

The type of licence of you need will depend on whether the jetty already exists or needs to be erected and constructed.

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 Private jetties

How to license a new or existing private jetty or modify an existing private jetty.

 Commercial jetties

How to license a new or existing commercial jetty or modify an existing commercial jetty.

 Community jetties

How to license a new or existing community jetty or modify an existing community jetty.

 Jetty fuel pipeline

How to license a new or existing jetty fuel pipeline or modify an existing jetty fuel pipeline.

 Relinquish a jetty licence

What to do when you want to remove your jetty or sell your property with a jetty.

 Jetty compliance

How to maintain and meet safety requirements for your jetty or structure.

Jetty legislation and governance

Jetty Licences are governed in accordance with Jetties Act 1926 and the Jetty Regulations 1940.

Western Australian Legislation: Jetties Act 1926

Western Australian Legislation: Jetties Regulations 1940

Page last updated: Thu Aug 17 2023 9:01:34 AM