Building Within a Declared Termite Area

The entire municipal district of Pyrenees has been declared as land that is likely to be subject to attack by termites.

The Building Regulations require that all new buildings, alterations and extensions, must be protected against termite infestation in accordance with Australian Standard AS3660.1

Please consult with your builder to ensure that your planned building works comply.

For further information relating to building in a designated termite prone area can be found in the

• National Construction code 2019 Termite Risk Management section 3.1.4

• Australian Standard 3660.1 Termite Management

• or your building designer may be able to assist with a termite management plan.

View map of Declared Termite Area(PDF, 521KB)