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Waterfront guide

Jetty vs Pontoon for a Gold Coast Waterfront Home

How fixed and floating structures serve different access needs.

How fixed and floating structures serve different access needs.

Fixed jetty

Provides a stable platform, often useful for access across shallow water or connecting to a gangway.

Floating pontoon

Moves with the water level and can provide convenient vessel access through the tide.

Combined systems

Many properties use a fixed jetty or shore landing connected to a floating pontoon by gangway.

Site constraints decide

Water depth, navigable area, approvals, frontage and vessel size influence the layout.

Important: This guide is general information only. Waterfront structures and approval requirements must be assessed for the individual property.

When to arrange a site assessment

Arrange an inspection when visible conditions are changing, safety is uncertain, a purchase or sale is approaching, or you need a reliable project scope and budget.

Turn the guide into a site specific plan

Request an inspection and practical next steps for the property.

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