Do portable buildings need council approval?

Temporary construction-site buildings are often covered by the project approval; longer-term or public-facing buildings may need their own approval.

Can portable buildings be linked?

Yes. Modules can be joined into complexes with corridors, ramps and stairs.

What is included in the hire?

Typically the building for a period, with delivery, installation, furniture and services connection quoted separately.

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Portable building hire

Portable buildings provide temporary offices, classrooms, crib rooms, storage and accommodation. They can be linked into complexes and fitted out for longer projects.

FIELD PLATE / 5 PUBLISHED SUPPLIER RECORDSMatch the size class to the task, then confirm the exact unit.

Portable building size classes.

Class	Typical work
Single modules	Offices, storage and security huts.
Linked complexes	Project headquarters and training rooms.
Accommodation units	Remote workforce camps.

COMMON USE / 01Temporary offices and classrooms

COMMON USE / 02Crib rooms and change rooms

COMMON USE / 03Remote accommodation

COMMON USE / 04Storage and security

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What to specify.

Floor area and layout
Services and accessibility needs
Site access for delivery
Duration and relocation plans

Watch points.

Longer-term buildings may need council approval.

Accessibility requirements may apply.

Relocation costs are significant for complexes.

Rates for portable building hire vary with size, location, duration, operator arrangement and transport. Read the plant hire cost guide and the wet vs dry hire comparison before comparing quotes, and use the supplier checklist to confirm the details.

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