There are a number of different factors that determine whether or not you need a planning permit. These include, but are not limited to:
- the types of works you want to do (renovations/a new house/two or more houses/a new cafe)
- where the property is located (what zone it's in)
- how big the property is
- whether the property is in an area that may possibly flood (is it in a land subject to inundation overlay?)
- whether your property is adjacent to a major road
- whether your property is in an area where heritage controls apply
- if you're wanting to run a business from home
- if you want to subdivide land.
If you want information confirmed in writing, you can apply for written advice.