If you are planning to do construction work, you may need to visit the Sydney council and submit Development Application (DA) for the constructional process. This can apply to both residential and commercial developments.
The type of construction that requires a DA depends on whether the building is heritage listed or in an area with development controls.
Development controls are set by the State Government and outline what types of development are allowed in an area. These controls vary between different parts of the city, so it’s important to check with the Sydney council before submitting the development applications.
Development Applications are required for the construction, alteration or change of use of any building or land. Examples include:
- Construction of a single or semi-detached house, duplex or townhouse
- Construction of a shed, garage, deck or fence
- Construction of a garage or carport attached to a home
- Conversion of a garage into a bedroom or other habitable room
- Construction of a patio enclosure, sunroom or conservatory
- Construction of an in-ground swimming pool and/or spa pool
- Construction of an outbuilding such as a granny flat (unless exempt)
A Northern Beaches council development applications is required for all land use, subdivision, development and building activity. The application will vary depending on the type of work being carried out, the estimated cost of construction, and if there are any heritage or environmental issues.
It is best to visit Northern Beaches council to know all about development applications and types of developments that require a development application (DA) and when you need to lodge a DA with Council.