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Water Bore Permit & Costs Victoria
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Permits
Do I require a permit for a water well or water bore? Drilling a well to gain access to groundwater is something that requires a well permit and work has to be done by a licensed driller. It is necessary to ensure that only a driller who has met the required standard is used. Are there regular ongoing fees attached to getting a water bore? The ongoing fees attached to a water bore include the maintenance for the pump. Also, if the bore hole goes dry, another location may have to be accessed. Other than that, the costs to keep and maintain a borehole are minimal. Do I need a permit for Domestic and Stock water bores? According to the Water Act 1989 you may take water for stock and domestic purposes from a bore that you own or occupy without having a take and use license. The Act dictates that a works license is needed for constructing, altering, removing, or decommissioning a stock or domestic bore that is more than three meters deep. Do I need a permit for Irrigation and Commercial water bores? A driller must acquire a bore permit before they start any work. The commercial bore will usually include irrigation, industrial, and other major water supply bores. Another factor in planning a water well that is part of legal considerations is whether a well will interfere with other property owner's water rights. Farmers and business interests require a significant drawdown of water over the years, so it is suitable for irrigation wells to be drilled as far away from residential areas as practical to avoid interfering with other users. Some jurisdictions even require limits on the allocated volume of water allowed to be pumped over a given period. Authorities also specify how water drilling can be done. For example, some drillers will drill a much larger hole than needed, then backfill with gravel or other materials to ensure the bore is secure. Other rules come into play as a well is drilled, such as terms of sealing as it gets closer to the surface to keep surface water out of sand and gravel. Farmers concerned with irrigation also need to pay close attention to their wells and plan to drill them during the year, since many call drillers in preparation for the next planting season. Farmers should anticipate their need for a new well long before planting season to provide for irrigation. The amount paid for permit fees can vary considerably, depending on where drilling is to be done. This can begin at $235 that must be paid before drilling starts. Drilling without a permit is illegal, and you could risk severe legal repercussions if you start without obtaining one. A good contractor will assist in the permitting process. |
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Drilling a water well is an important business. After all, a properly drilled water well incorporates so many different aspects of its creation and its use for as long as it is productive.
It can’t be overstated that the selection of a reputable, qualified, and experienced driller is key to the successful outcome of a well that fulfills the owner's mission.
This is why we believe that when every aspect of a well drilling operation is considered, our firm will prove to be the most reliable of any firm under consideration for a project.
Cost
How Much Does It Cost to Drill a Water Well in Australia?
The installation of a well can cost between $2,800 up to $8,000, but the average is approximately $5,000. The total cost of this will vary based on the specific circumstances present and the specific needs of the well being installed.
How Much Does It Cost to Drill a Water Borehole in Australia?
The average cost to drill a bore in Victoria, finished and ready for the installation of a pump, will cost approximately $7,500. However, there are certain factors that may result in the cost going up or down.
It can’t be overstated that the selection of a reputable, qualified, and experienced driller is key to the successful outcome of a well that fulfills the owner's mission.
This is why we believe that when every aspect of a well drilling operation is considered, our firm will prove to be the most reliable of any firm under consideration for a project.
Cost
How Much Does It Cost to Drill a Water Well in Australia?
The installation of a well can cost between $2,800 up to $8,000, but the average is approximately $5,000. The total cost of this will vary based on the specific circumstances present and the specific needs of the well being installed.
How Much Does It Cost to Drill a Water Borehole in Australia?
The average cost to drill a bore in Victoria, finished and ready for the installation of a pump, will cost approximately $7,500. However, there are certain factors that may result in the cost going up or down.
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