Before you apply, use the Project Review Tool to determine whether:
- your work will be located on a waterway listed on the Schedule
- your work may interfere with navigation or not
- your project is categorized as a major or minor work
Documents you need to apply
An application for an approval of works, must include:
- a map showing the work’s exact location
- the legal site description and position of the work in latitude and longitude
- the plan view drawings (top down) with all related dimensions
- the profile view drawings (side view) with all related dimensions
- the general arrangement drawing (depicting new and entire existing work)
- a detailed project description
- an explanation of the construction methods the project will use
- the expected start and end dates
An application for an exemption, must include:
- a project description
- an explanation of how the project will impact navigation and a description of alternatives
- consultation information
- environmental assessment
- a rationale that explains why you believe you need an exemption
The exemption process considers all relevant facts, not just those that relate to navigation. You may need extra information to develop the evidence to support an application for an exemption. Learn more about the information requirements to apply for an exemption.