Do I need council approval? Before you undertake any development or building works, it is a good idea to determine what kind of approvals are required.
Apply: certificates and permits Here you'll find a list of common development-related services and applications.
Development and Building checklists View a range of development and building application checklists to help you get all the right documentation in order before you lodge an application online.
Planning controls and strategies Here you can access our planning guidelines, strategies, tools and development controls.
Development Applications Information on how we can assist you with the development application process.
Bushfire provisions Specific construction standards apply in designated bush fire prone areas in NSW. Find out if your property is located on bushfire prone land.
Flooding controls In urban areas, the management of flood-prone land remains the responsibility of local government, so we have developed floodplain risk management plans.
Plumbing and drainage Council approval is required if you are planning to connect or disconnect from any of our sewer, stormwater or water systems.