Flood advice
Does my property flood?
Step 1: Check freely available flood mapping information via the GHCMA Flood Risk Mapping Portal
To find out if your property is located within a flood-prone area and produce a flood information property report use the online flood information portal.
- if your property is located near a waterway but not covered by the freely available flood mapping; or
- you need more detailed advice around development then go to Step 2: Apply for Flood Risk Interpretation
Step 2: Apply for Flood Risk Interpretation
Flood Advice and Information Application Form – 20 Working Day Turnaround
Complete the online Flood Advice and Information Application Form
Please note that information provided in Flood Advice is valid for 3 months from date of issue.
If you do not receive a receipt once you have completed the form please contact us on 5571 2526 or email planning@ghcma.vic.gov.au
How much does it cost?
Base application fee: $165.00 inc. GST
Additional Fees
- Complex application Fee: $220.00 inc. GST
- On-site assessment/Meeting Request: $220.00 inc. GST
- Priority Service (pending availability – please contact us to confirm): $220.00 inc. GST
Concession available: 15% off
Additional Fees Online Payment Form
How long until I receive the advice?
A response will be supplied to you within 20 working days of submitting you application and payment.
Data Request Application Form
If you would like to request a copy of flood modelling files or other forms of data from the CMA, please complete the online Data Request Application Form
How much does it cost?
- Application fee: $935.00 inc. GST
Additional Fees
- Priority Service (pending availability – please contact us to confirm): $220.00 inc. GST
Who can I contact with questions?
Glenelg Hopkins Catchment Management Authority – Floodplain & Waterway Planning
A: PO Box 502, Hamilton Vic 3300
T: 03 5571 2526
E: planning@ghcma.vic.gov.au