NS Crossover Checklist

                                                                           SELF ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST
                                          Vehicle Crossover Checklist – Standard or Non-standard?


Driveway Crossover Checklist – Standard or Non-standard?
Complete the following checklist to determine if your proposed crossover is standard or
non-standard and then complete and submit the relevant form to council for approval.
Refer to the Institute of Public Works Standard Drawings (RS-049, RS-050 and RS-056, RS-056.1) to
assist you in answering the questions. Refer to the Planning Scheme to determine if your property is
urban / rural. Note: If access to your property is from a Queensland Government controlled road, you will
require approval from the Department of Transport and Main Roads to complete your crossover construction.

Answer Yes or No

If in an urban area, is the crossover to be constructed from concrete (includes, coloured and  Yes  No
exposed aggregate concrete, asphalt or bitumen; must be compliant with Aust Standards for
slip resistance) No raised edges i.e. stamped concrete raised pattern or painted/ sealed/
polished surfaces.
If in a rural area, is the crossover to be constructed from gravel?                               Yes  No

Is this going to be the only crossover for this property?                                         Yes  No

Is the crossover access located so as to provide a clear view of passing pedestrians and          Yes  No
vehicles? (Refer to Standard Drawings RS-049, RS-050 or RS-056)

Is the crossover in a location where there are no painted or concrete traffic islands on the      Yes  No
road in front of the crossover?

Is the crossover at least 1.0 metre clear of the nearest stormwater pit or power pole?            Yes  No

Is the crossover in a location where there are no road signs or trees in the way?                 Yes  No

Is the crossover in a location where its construction will not disturb a survey mark?             Yes  No

Is the crossover in a location where there are no water meters, fire hydrants or valves in the    Yes  No
path of the crossover?

Is the crossover in a location where it will not cover the water supply pipe between the main     Yes  No
and the meter?

Is the crossover in a location where there are no sewerage or stormwater manholes in the          Yes  No
path of the crossover?

Will the crossover levels match the existing concrete footpaths (if present)?                     Yes  No

Is the crossover outside of a prohibited location as shown in Standard Drawings number            Yes  No
RS-049 and RS-050or for rural driveways Standard Drawing number RS-056?

Is the crossover in a location where it will not be within 10 metres of the approach side of a    Yes  No
bus stop?

Is the crossover in a location where it will not be built over a recognised easement?             Yes  No

For an urban residential crossover is it less than 25 metres in length within the road reserve?  Yes  No

For a rural crossover is it less than 45 metres in length within the road reserve?                Yes  No
If you are on a corner, will the crossover be constructed in the road described as your street
                                                                                                  Yes  No
address?
If you have answered ‘No’ to any questions you need to apply for an Operational Works approval, using
DA Form 1 – Development Application Details.