Development (Planning) approval and permits

Before lodging your application, review the relevant checklist to ensure you have provided all required documents. Each checklist sets out the information needed for different types of development.

• DA Checklist - Change of Use to Unhosted Short-Term Accommodation (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Change of Use (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Child Care Premises (PDF) 
• DA Checklist - Family Day Care and Other Child Care Services (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Home Business (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Multiple Dwellings (updated April 2024) (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Non-Residential Development (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Residential Additions (PDF)
• DA Checklist - Residential Dwellings (updated April 2024) (PDF)
• Development Assessment Panel Application Checklist (PDF)

All development applications must be accompanied by a completed checklist. Incomplete applications will not be accepted and will be returned to the applicant with a list of outstanding items. Please see the relevant webpage for the steps and requirements associated with your type of development.

Important note: If your application includes variations to the Residential Design Codes (R-Codes), any affected adjoining property owners and occupiers may need to be consulted prior to the City issuing a determination. Contacting these parties before applying for development approval may help expedite the City’s assessment process. Please refer to our Adjoining Property Owner Comments Form (PDF) if you would like to advise neighbours of the proposed development prior to lodging your application. Any signed adjoining property owner forms/plans should be included as part of your application. 

Choose your preferred method below and remember to submit your supporting documents along with the application form.

• Option 1 – Apply online (preferred): Apply through the Online Lodgement Portal.

Note: DAP applications cannot be accepted through the online portal. Please submit DAP applications via email at jdap@wanneroo.wa.gov.au. 

• Option 2 – In person: Download and complete the Application Form PDF below, then submit it with all supporting documentation including the checklist at the City of Wanneroo Civic Centre, 23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo. Business hours are Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm.
• Option 3 – By post: Download and complete the Application Form PDF below, then mail it with all supporting documentation including the checklist to City of Wanneroo, Locked Bag 1, Wanneroo WA 6946.

Development (Planning) Approval Application Form (PDF)

Where an application is lodged online or in person at the City, payment of fees will be required upon lodgement of your application.

The fee varies depending on the value and type of development proposed. To confirm the exact amount, refer to the Planning fee schedule and calculator.