The building regulations for the construction of carports vary state to state and may even differ council to council across Australia. As Melbourne’s carport specialists, Future Shade supply and install carports in line with regulatory conditions across the state of Victoria and nationwide. So if you’re considering an investment in your home in the shape of a carport, here’s a few guidelines to help you navigate that process.

Definition of a carport

The Building Code of Australia (BCA) has a carport classified as a Class 10a building and is defined as a structure built to house vehicles. The structure must be open on at least two sides and one third of the carport’s total perimeter.

Do all carports require a building permit?

It is prudent to assume that your carport of choice will require a permit. This assumption will potentially save you time and help manage your expectations as you begin the process.

Victoria

If you are building a carport in Melbourne under Schedule 8 of the Building Regulations 2006, a carport (as a Class 10a building) does not require a permit if:

• It is not composed of masonry
• The total floor area is less than 10m2
• Is situated behind the front wall of the main residence
• The height is less than 3m or 2.4m within 1m of the boundary of the property
• Is attached to another building on the same property

New South Wales

Many minor home renovations including carports form part of an ‘exempt development’ and as long as the project meets specific development standards and land requirements, no planning or building approval is needed. We do recommend consulting with your local authority before building, particularly if your property is located in a foreshore area.

Tasmania

It is recommended that you contact your local council as carports built in Tasmania do require a permit.

Queensland

Where your property is located and zoned is a deciding factor in whether you need a building permit in Queensland. Generally speaking you will require building approval for a carport construction in Queensland.

As the Australian weather continues to wreak havoc regardless of season, the search for the ultimateshading solution can be a challenging one. That was until the innovative Cantaport came on thescene! Courtesy of the team at Future Shade, providing protection from the sun, wind, heat and rain the resilient and game changing Cantaport is the shading solution ‘must-have’.A next generation weather solution, the Cantaport can be fully customised to fit the particular requirements of your space, complementing the area with a cutting edge, gorgeously contemporary shade solution that will impress and protect, equally suitable for residential, commercial and industrial projects.

Future Shade Cantaport Carport – Tasmania

The team at Future Shade have been busy constructing Cantaports Australia wide, from Adelaide Waterworld, to the Craigieburn Aged Care Centre to homes scattered throughout the state from Meranda to Mulgrave and back. Changing the face of alfresco design, lets’ take a look at why we love the Cantaport and you should too!

The Future Shade Cantaport is:

1. Engineered to reduce heat by 75% and provide up to 100% UV protection*
2. Constructed from durable, resilient anodised aluminium framework (in other words “pretty
   sleek”)
3. Is ideal for patios, pools, spas, awnings, carports, veranda’s, outdoor pergolas, walkways, bus
   shelters and schools
4. Manufactured, engineered and certified to meet Australian standards and wind ratings
5. Is 250 x stronger than glass (impressive we know!)
6. Offers a 10-year warranty on all components
7. Fully optimises your outdoor space with fewer posts needed for stabilisation
8. Functional, flawless and pre-fabricated for ease of installation
9. Corrosive free shade structure that creates a contemporary ambience around the home and
   garden
10. The choice of shading for primary and secondary schools across Australia

Beautify Your Outdoor Space with a Future Shade Cantaport

Increasingly popular throughout schools, the Cantaport is engineered to withstands winds of up to 125 km per hour and coupled with its complete UV block, protects students and staff 365 days’ year regardless of the weather. However, not only is it efficient, durable and available in silver, urban grey,bronze and black, the Cantaport is a visually appealing piece of architecture that is bursting with energy and cutting edge design.

Suitable for School Walkways and Lunch Areas

To discuss your shade solution needs, from carports to patios, school walkways to shopping trolley bays, we’ve got you covered. Call us today on 1300 336 776.

*Skin cancers account for 80% of all newly diagnosed cancers each year in Australia – sunsmart.com.au
*2-in-3 Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70 – sunsmart.com.au