Exempt

Certain minor developments in Wollondilly can proceed without Council consent if they meet specific criteria and comply with the Building Code of Australia. Ensure all requirements in the relevant planning instrument are met to qualify.

Complying

Complying development covers minor-impact projects that meet specific criteria and require streamlined approval. This combined planning and construction approval can be obtained from Wollondilly Council or a private Accredited Certifier.

DA

Planning Certificate

Apply for a Planning Certificate under Section 10.7 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979, to access essential planning information for your property. Starting May 2, 2023, all applications must be submitted through Wollondilly Council's Customer Portal.

Duty Planner

In order to assist you in understanding Council's planning controls and the development assessment process, we provide a free Duty Planner service.

Pre-DA Service

Get early insights for your development application with Wollondilly Council’s Pre-DA Consultation service. This consultation helps identify and resolve potential issues before you submit, making the DA process smoother and more efficient.

Find Information on a Property

Explore key property details with the NSW Planning Portal, from zoning and land registry information to heritage conservation. Download our heritage fact sheets to learn more about Wollondilly’s protected sites and conservation areas.

Constraints

Check if your property falls within a Bush Fire Prone Land area and understand what this means for your development plans. Use the certified Bush Fire Prone Land Map to identify risks and review protection measures.