Remove or relocate a low voltage pole

Use this service if you want us to relocate or permanently remove a low voltage pole.

How long will it take?

After we have received your application, we’ll contact you to discuss your requirements and work with you on an expected delivery date in line with the complexity of your project.

What will I need to complete this application?

Electricity connections can be varied and complex. We recommend that a professional electrical consultant or contractor completes this application.

You'll need to the following to submit an application:

• Site plan
• Site photos
• Local Government authorisation
• Neighbours authority

What more do I need to know?

• There are some physical clearances that are required between the electricity network and your equipment
• If the pole you wish to remove/relocate has a streetlight on it you need to get local government approval before applying
• If there are third party assets (e.g. telecommunication equipment) on the pole, we will organise for them to be relocated; these costs will appear in your quote
• If you want to relocate the dome onto a neighbour’s property you will need to include their written approval with your application.

How much will it cost?

Relocating a low voltage pole (that doesn’t affect any other equipment) typically costs between $5,000 - $15,000 per pole.

The cost variation is quite high for this service as there are a wide variety of factors affecting price. When designing the plans for your request we always strive to minimise the cost to you.

Cost breakdown:

• Application fee:
  • $495
  • $2.92 (credit card surcharge 0.59%)

  Total application fee: $497.92

• Design fee*:
  • Standard - $1,320
  • Detailed - $3,300
  • Complex - $6,600
• Construction - we will provide you with a quote
• Cancellation fee - $550

*While the design fee is GST inclusive, the GST exclusive amount will be deducted from the access offer if proceeding, i.e. GST is not refunded.