Development does not always require the construction of something new and can include changing how the land is used, changing the levels of a lot, or establishing a home based business The Use Class tables in Town Planning Schemes No 3 and 4 provide further guidance.
Applications for Development Approval (commonly referred to as DA’s) are assessed against State and local planning requirements and consider amenity and other impacts associated with development.
Some developments and land uses are exempt from requiring development approval. Development can be exempt through the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015, the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes Town Planning Scheme Nos 3 and 4.
LUP 19 Exemption from Development Approval Requirements
Note: a Building Permit may still be required even if Development Approval is exempt.
Building Permits are assessed against the Building Code of Australia and the Building Act 2011 for compliance with construction standards.
The Building Regulations 2012 contain exemptions for small projects and certain maintenance works.
Schedule 4 of the Building Regulations 2012 contains exemptions for small projects and certain maintenance works.
Effluent disposal systems, food premises and some home businesses require approval under Environmental Health legislation. Further details can be found via our Public Health