CBD removal rules — what applies
OC approval required
written approval from Owners Corporation (OC) before booking a removalist. some buildings: 5–10 business days lead time.
loading dock booking mandatory
most CBD high-rises have a single loading dock shared by all residents. book early — peak jan/feb: 2–3 week wait.
time window: typically 9am–4pm weekdays
weekend moves often not permitted. some buildings restrict to weekdays only — check your OC bylaws.
goods lift booking
furniture must use the goods lift, not the passenger lift. goods lift may need a separate booking from management.
protective padding mandatory
lift walls and lobby must be padded before the move. most professional removalists carry pads — verify at booking.
CBD area specifics
Docklands
harbour-side towers — very strict OC rules. loading dock often requires 2-week advance booking.
Southbank / South Wharf
mixed residential/commercial towers. OC approval + after-hours restrictions in some buildings.
CBD grid (Collins, Bourke, Flinders)
older commercial-to-residential conversions. some buildings have no dedicated loading dock.
Flagstaff / Queen Victoria Market area
newer residential towers, generally good loading access but strict time windows.
CBD removal pricing
studio / 1-bed — CBD (OC building)
base + OC surcharge
2-bedroom — CBD (loading dock)
base + dock surcharge
3-bed — CBD / Docklands
full-day move
prices include OC access surcharge. OC building fees (if charged by your building) are separate — typically A$50–200. full pricing guide →
faq — CBD removals melbourne
do I need OC approval to move out of a Melbourne CBD apartment?
yes. under the Owners Corporations Act 2006 (Vic), most CBD high-rise buildings require written Owners Corporation approval before scheduling a removal. you also need to book the loading dock and goods lift separately. minougo asks for your OC status during the inventory — the removalist accepts the job knowing these constraints.
how far in advance should I book the loading dock?
in off-peak months (march–november), 1–2 weeks lead time is usually sufficient. in january–february (peak season), loading dock bookings in CBD buildings can be 2–3 weeks out. book your dock BEFORE booking your removalist — the dock booking determines your move date.
can I move on a weekend in the Melbourne CBD?
many CBD buildings restrict moves to weekday hours only (typically 9am–4pm monday–friday). some allow saturday morning moves. check your building's OC bylaws. minougo's removalists are briefed on your building's rules before accepting — no weekend surprises.
what is the fixed price for a CBD apartment removal?
a studio or 1-bed CBD apartment (with OC approval and loading dock) costs from A$640 with minougo — that includes the OC access surcharge. a 2-bedroom CBD apartment costs from A$1,050. peak season (jan–feb) adds +25 to +35%. minougo partner data 2026.
does minougo handle Docklands and Southbank moves?
yes. docklands and southbank have some of the strictest OC rules in Melbourne — some buildings require 2-week dock booking lead times. minougo has removalist partners familiar with these buildings. declare your building name and OC status in the inventory for an accurate fixed price.