Customer build over guide
Before conducting works or building near water retailer assets (water and sewer mains) in Melbourne, please review the 
Guidelines for Proposed Structures / Works Over or Adjacent to Critical Assets. Designed for our customers and stakeholders, these guidelines detail the requirements for building or conducting works near water retailer assets. These guidelines will help customers maximise the use of their land while adhering to best practice procedures. They also aim to protect and maintain access to water and sewer assets.
With simple explanations and diagrams for ease of understanding, the guidelines are designed for everyone to use, whether it be a resident, a builder or a plumber.
These guidelines come into effect from 1 June 2011.
Determine location
To determine the location and ensure that you will not adversely affect South East Water’s water supply, sewerage and/or recycled water asset(s), it is recommended that you apply for a copy of the asset(s) located within the general vicinity.
On-line 'Asset Information' approval form
or
Download a Property Sewerage Plan application form (90Kb)
Obtain approval
If you intend to build over South East Water’s easement(s) or within 1.0 metre of a water supply, sewerage and/or recycled water asset(s), you will be required to obtain South East Water’s approval.
To apply for approval:
On-line 'Build over Asset and/or Easement' application form
or
Download a 'Build over Asset and/or Easement' application form (177Kb)