27/05/2026
šļø Building in the City of Sydney?
Your hoarding might need approval for more than structure and safety.
In many locations, hoardings need to be more than compliant - they need to be creative, which means:
šØ Artwork instead of advertising.
š Strict layout rules.
š« Limited branding.
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Specific approval pathways.
ā”ļø And a process that can feel overwhelming.
Requirements for the creative hoardings program often catches teams off guard. Your hoarding is being organised, then suddenly there are artwork options, historic imagery, compliance panels, submissions, revisions and install deadlines to work through.
The trick is - plan ahead.
We've pulled together a practical guide for builders that breaks down how the City of Sydney Creative Hoardings Program actually works, including what council expects, where projects usually get stuck, and how to navigate it without slowing down your build.
If you're planning a project in the City of Sydney, this is worth a read.
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