Dwelling or Dwelling Addition

A building permit is required before starting any works on site.

Planning

Depending on where the project is located will determine if you need a Development Approval (DA - often called a planning approval).

Go to Intramaps and find your zone under the planning scheme (LPS 6 or 7).

Use the R-Codes (WA Residential Design Codes – SPP7.3) to find the details for your zone, like setbacks from boundaries. Also note that some areas have special planning rules; eg Broome North. Go to the Planning pages for info about Local Structure Plans (sometimes known as Development Plans, or Guide plans)

Septic Systems

If your property is not on deep sewer, you will need to contact the Shire Environmental Health team. A new dwelling needs a septic system approved before we can issue a building permit. An addition to a dwelling may need a septic system upgrade.

Go to the waste water page for more details.

Use our information sheets and Checklist(PDF, 520KB), to see what you need to provide with your application.