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Planning

Our planning officers help manage land use, the development and construction of buildings and more.

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Current applications

View information on planning application or lodge a comment or objection.

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Do I need a planning permit?

Get advice on the permit process, talk to our planners and view zones and overlays on your property.

Apply for a planning permit

Application information, fees, and more relating to Planning Permits.

Planning drawings

Change a planning permit

Request more time or make a change to your permit.

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Planning FAQs

Checklists and forms, and some common questions we receive about the planning process and how to contact us with questions.

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Land use planning

Planning scheme amendments, developer contributions and plans, projects and studies.

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Planning scheme

Planning schemes are made up of maps and policies and written clauses. The maps depict where the zones and overlays apply within the planning scheme area.

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