Under the City’s District Planning Scheme No. 2 (DPS 2), there are a number of exemptions which apply, and do not require planning approval from the City. The following is a summary of the most common types of development which are exempt from approval:
- The carrying out of internal work which does not affect the external appearance of the building;
- The erection or extension of a Single House which is a ‘P’ permitted use within the zone, and complies with the relevant provisions of the Residential Design Codes (R-Codes), Local Development Plan (LDP), and/or DPS 2, where applicable.
- The erection or extension of an ancillary accommodation, outbuildings, boundary wall or fence, patio, pergola, veranda, garage, carport or swimming pool which is a ‘P’ permitted use within the zone, and complies with the relevant provisions of the R-Codes, LDP and/or DPS 2 where applicable, and there is an approved Single House or Grouped Dwelling on the site;
- The demolition of any structure;
- Temporary works, which are in existence for less than 48 hours in total in a 12 month period; and
- Signage which satisfies the requirements of the City’s Signs Local Planning Policy 4.6 (LPP 4.6).
For a comprehensive list, please refer to Clause 61 of the Deemed Provisions of DPS 2, which is available on the City's website or contact us on on 9405 5000.