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Around your home

Fire permits

Apply for your fire permit online.

Swimming pools

Safety requirements for all swimming pools.

Tree pruning or removal

Information about the pruning and removal of trees on private and public land.

Noise issues

How to deal with loud noise in your neighbourhood.

Air pollution

Dealing with air pollution in your neighbourhood.

Dividing fences

What to do about dividing fences.

Conveyancing Certificates

Apply online for a Conveyancing Certificate.

Fire safety at home
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Acknowledgement of Country

Lismore City Council acknowledges the Widjabul/Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung nation, traditional owners of the land on which we work, live and play. We acknowledge their continuing connection to the land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Widjabul/Wia-bal people, their culture, their elders and community leaders past, present and emerging.

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