Reply To: What approvals are needed to operate a gym in a garage › Flat Chat Strata Forum › Living in strata › What approvals are needed to operate a gym in a garage › Current Page 31/03/2021 at 10:19 pm #55226 kaindubFlatchatter Additionally you can contact the local council and enquire about the requirements for home based businesses. Certain businesses are regulated by the local council and need approvals, one of which would be required from the OC.