If you're planning to build a new home or make changes to your existing property, it's important to ensure that your project aligns with the State Planning Policy 7.3 Residential Design Codes,https://www,wa,gov,au/system/files/2021-10/SPP7,3-Residential-design-codes%20-Volume1-tablet-print-version,pdf which comes in two volumes.
You have two options to meet these guidelines:
- Deemed-to-Comply Design: You can choose this path if your project adheres to all the relevant guidelines in either Volume 1 or Volume 2.
- Compliance with Design Principles: Alternatively, you can demonstrate that your project complies with the essential design principles laid out in the guidelines.
Do I Need Development Approval?
Development approval will be required when the proposed works do not meet all of the relevant deemed-to-comply criteria set on the Residential Design Codes.
For detailed information on these requirements and additional necessary documents, you can refer to the New Dwellings, Extensions and Alterations Checklist/Profiles/ckb/Assets/ClientData/checklist-_Residential_-_single_House__grouped_dwelling__multiple_dwellings_or_additions_extensions,pdf, or the Multiple Dwellings with an R40 Zoning or Higher Checklist/Profiles/ckb/Assets/ClientData/Documents/Business_and_Development/Planning/checklist_-_multiple_dwellings__appartments_,pdf
You can also find more information on residential development in the Local Planning Policies.
How Do I Apply for Development Approval?
Your application for Development Approval must include the following:
