Forms & permits

Council's forms are generally available in PDF format and you can apply online for a variety of applications. Most forms require you to provide personal information which we use to process your application or request.

Grants & sponsorship

Council supports the community with a variety of funding and in-kind assistance for events, arts, sport and more.

Property searches (land record, building, zoning, sewer etc)

Search for property information with our Property Report Tool, land record search, building file and plan search, plumbing and sewer plan records, planning searches, flood zone and storm tide information, easements and covenants, Building Envelope Plans, zoning and overlays.

Last Updated: 5 October 2021

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New strategy for a more resilient Cairns

Today, Council endorsed the Cairns Social Resilience Strategy 2026–2030, establishing a framework to strengthen social resilience across the region and...

Community & Lifestyle
24 June 2026

Changes to Liquor Licensing Policy endorsed

Changes to the Liquor Licensing General Policy aim to strengthen Council’s consideration of requests for feedback into liquor and gaming...

Business & Economy
24 June 2026

Council improves community safety

Cairns Regional Council has completed the installation of new CCTV infrastructure at four locations across the Cairns Local Government Area....

Council Projects & Services
22 June 2026