Report kerb and road gutter damage
Report damage to road gutters in Brisbane, such as cracked surfaces and damage from vehicles.
Types of road gutter damage you can report
You can report damage to a kerb and channel, also known as a road gutter, including:
- cracking, eroded surfaces or damage
- damage from contact with cars and other vehicles.
When not to use this form
Don’t use the form to:
- report issues with kerb and channel (gutters) near or in front of a driveway, as they are considered part of the driveway
- report issues with the kerb surrounding private stormwater or roof water outlets. Property owners are responsible for maintaining private stormwater lines.
You need to provide:
- details about the issue, such as the kind of damage you’re reporting and how it happened (if known)
- photos of the road gutter (optional).
Provide the location of the damage including:
- street number and name
- suburb
- postcode.
You can provide contact details such as:
- name
- phone number
- email address.
Frequently asked questions
Roadside gutter damage can be caused by a range of factors, including:
- prolonged exposure to water
- fallen trees and other objects
- cars, trucks and other vehicles.
Council fixes kerbs and channels in the Brisbane local government area.
Property owners are responsible for certain sections, such as driveways. If you plan to build, repair, or modify a driveway, you may need to apply for a driveway permit.
Property owners are also responsible for repairing and installing their roofwater (or internal stormwater drainage) pipes that connect to the kerb.
You can report damage to a kerb and channel.