Publish Date: June 4, 2020
Retaining walls are essential for managing changes in ground level, preventing soil movement, and protecting nearby structures. At Mellan Consulting Engineers, we provide expert structural engineering for retaining walls on the Gold Coast, ensuring every design is safe, code-compliant, and suited to site-specific conditions.
Whether you’re building a new retaining wall, replacing a failing structure, or seeking certification for council approval, we design solutions that account for:
– Soil type and site slope
– Drainage and backfill conditions
– Wall height and surcharge loads (e.g. driveways or structures above)
– Material selection (concrete sleepers, blockwork, reinforced concrete, etc.)
We supply detailed engineering drawings and provide the necessary Form 15 for building approval and Form 12 after construction, if required. Our designs comply with AS4678, AS3600, and AS2870, and we regularly work alongside builders, landscapers, and homeowners to deliver practical, buildable retaining wall systems.
If your site involves a steep gradient, a boundary-adjacent wall, or a retaining wall near a pool, we’ll ensure the structural design satisfies both engineering requirements and local council guidelines.
For professional retaining wall engineering on the Gold Coast, contact Mellan Consulting Engineers for fast, accurate, and fully certified structural designs.