CITY OF DARWIN BY-LAWS 2023
87Constructing cross-overs
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87 Constructing cross-overs (1) An owner or occupier of premises adjoining public land may apply for an authorisation to construct the following: (a) a cross-over across a footpath, a verge or other public land to connect a driveway on the premises to a road or other public land; (b) a cross-over for pedestrians or vehicles to travel between the premises and the public land. The requirements in this Division are in addition to any other legal requirements that apply to construction in Darwin, for example development permits and planning standards. (2) After the owner or occupier obtains the authorisation referred to in clause (1), the person intending to construct a cross-over must obtain a separate authorisation (works permit) to carry out the construction of the cross-over. (3) A person commits an offence if the person constructs a cross-over referred to in clause (1) without: (a) the owner or occupier of premises holding an authorisation to construct the cross-over; and
City of Darwin By-laws 2023 47 (b) the person holding, or being employed by a person holding, the works permit to carry out the construction of the cross- over.