Application for Commercial Development Approval (or DA) 

What is this application for? 

For applications seeking development (or planning) approval for commercial development. This includes proposals for:

• New commercial or industrial buildings,
• Additions / external alterations to a commercial or industrial buildings
• External changes to a shopfront,
• Change of use
• Signage*  not exempt under Council's Local Planning Policy 38 - Signs
• Short term accommodation
• Home-based businesses. 

How to lodge?

Applications for Development Approval (DA) are to be lodged online, please visit the online lodgement page to register and lodge your application.

Application forms

Please complete and submit all of the following forms with your application:

Application Form for Development Approval

Colours and Materials Schedule

Additional Information for Advertisements (if signage is proposed)

Commercial/Non-Residential Checklist