Development Process

These pages provide a summary of the development application (DA) process at Willoughby City Council. Council wishes to inform residents and any other interested persons about the steps in the process and, particularly, how and when they can be involved in the DA process.


How do I determine what is allowed on my site?
What kind of approval do I need?
What is a DA and why do I need one?
What do I need to consider when planning a development?
What if my DA doesn’t comply with a guideline?
Can I talk to someone about my plans?
Disclosure of Political Donations
What are the steps in lodging a DA?
What happens after I lodge my DA?
Who gets told about my DA and why?
How do I comment on someone else’s DA?
How do I know if a DA is going to a Council Meeting?
How long does my development consent last for?
How do I appeal Council’s decision?
BASIX Certificate
Plans
Site and Context Analysis
Statement of Environmental Effects