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Development and construction approvals

Development details and documents associated with recent applications are available through Application Tracker.

What approvals do I need?

If you’re planning to build or renovate, learn about the different types of development consent, approval applications and how to apply.

Submitting an application

The steps to submit Development Application (DA), complying development, or construction related application.

Development and construction FAQs

If you’re planning on building or renovating and don't know where to start, these frequently asked questions may help to guide you.

Duty planners & surveyors

Book a meeting with our duty planners or duty building surveyors for guidance through the development application process.

Inspection bookings

Book your building, plumbing and on-site sewage system inspections for development related approvals.

Development Assessment Panel (DAP)

Learn about the Development Assessment Panel, their function, and the process of making determinations.

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