In a fast growing and valued industry, we recognise that Distilleries, Bond Stores, Breweries & Wineries have become an important aspect of Tasmania’s hospitality industry.

A safe, complaint industry for workers and visitors is the first priority when it comes to these particular developments, and therefore triggers a wide range of requirements that need to be taken into consideration.

This page contains come important information for business owners in these industries regarding approval and requirements.

Approval requirements:

See also Starting a Business in Clarence webpage.

Associated Legislation:

  • Food Act 2003
  • Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993
  • Building Act 2016 – Directors Determination Bushfire Hazard Areas
  • Building Regulations 2016
  • General Fire Regulations 2021
  • Work Health & Safety Act 2022
  • Work Health & Safety Regulations 2022
  • Code of Practice – Managing risks of hazardous chemicals in the workplace (2018)
  • AS 1940:2017 The storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids

Non-Compliance

For retrospective approvals, we have adopted the process for a Fire Upgrade Report and Notice to be issued to the property owner under section 240 of the Building Act 2016.  

After a site inspection takes place, council will deem the site as a special fire hazard; and that a fire hazard exists.

For further information please contact us.