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Before Preparing a DA

Before preparing a Development Application (DA), you should contact a planner at your nearest Council Location to:

  • check whether the proposed development is permissible
  • check whether a DA is required
  • check how the City's planning instruments – plans, codes and policies – affect the proposed development
  • obtain copies of the information necessary to submit a DA, including the DA form and the relevant planning instruments
  • obtain advice on the required DA fees.

Planning Instruments You Should Check

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the relevant planning controls have been identified and satisfied.

The City has a range of planning instruments that apply to various types of development and locations within the City of Sydney. A full list of relevant planning controls and instruments is available on this website at Planning Controls & Conditions or from the City of Sydney at your nearest Council Location.

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Major Developments

Before you prepare and lodge a DA for a major development, for example a new building or major refurbishment, contact a planner to discuss your proposal. Tel: 02 9265 9363.

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Last Updated: Wednesday 2 March, 2011

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