Types of development - Port Macquarie-Hastings Council

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Do I need planning approval

A list of the different development categories.

Exempt development

Does not require consent from Council. This type of development typically includes very low impact works ie. fences, pergolas, carports, rainwater tanks, etc
Complying development

Straightforward, low impact developments that do require planning approval may qualify for a fast track approval process known as complying development.
Development consent

Most local development for projects ranging from home extensions to medium sized commercial, retail and industrial developments require consent in the form of a Development Application (DA).
Designated development

Developments that are high-impact (e.g. likely to generate pollution) or are located in or near an environmentally sensitive area (e.g. a wetland).
Integrated development

Requires approval, licence or permit from a State Agency or department. For example aquaculture permit, mining lease, pollution licence, Aboriginal heritage impact permit.