Proposing to modify an approved building envelope on your property? Find out when approval is required and how to apply.
Definitions
- Building envelope: Is the area of land within a lot within which all buildings (not including boundary fences) and effluent disposal facilities on the lot must be contained.
- Building envelope modification: Any change to the size, shape or location of the building envelope.
How to apply
For detailed information, including the application process, timeframe and fees, refer to the Development (Planning) Approval page.
Documents to prepare
The following documents are required to support an application to modify a building envelope:
A cover letter outlining the proposal;
A completed Metropolitan Region Scheme Form 1, see below (if approval under the MRS is required);
Current Certificate of Title (less than six months old) – you can order a Certificate of Title on the Landgate website;
A site plan showing the existing building envelope and the proposed modified envelope; and
Geotechnical report prepared by a registered engineer confirming that the areas within the modified envelope are geologically suitable for development (if the site is identified to be subject to cave risk).
To apply, 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.
- Option 2 – In person: Download and complete the Development Planning Approval Application Form (see below), then submit it with all supporting documentation at the City of Wanneroo Civic Centre, 23 Dundebar Road, Wanneroo. Business hours are Monday-Friday, 8.30am-5pm.
- Option 3 – By mail: Download and complete the Development Planning Approval Application Form (see below), then mail it with all supporting documentation to City of Wanneroo, Locked Bag 1, Wanneroo WA 6946.
Fees
Planning assessment timeframes
The City of Wanneroo assesses planning (development) applications, within the following timeframes:
- Up to 60 days for most applications
- Up to 90 days if consultation with the public (neighbours) or other public authority is required.
In many cases, straightforward applications that meet all planning requirements are approved sooner than these timeframes. The assessment timeframe begins after:
- You have submitted a complete application, and
- The City formally accepts it for assessment.
