An Occupation Certificate certifies that a building is suitable and safe to be occupied in line with the requirements established by The Building Code of Australia (BCA).  

Prior to a new building being occupied, the Principal Certifier must consider the health, safety and amenity of future occupants of the building. The Principal Certifier can be Council or a private sector Accredited Certifier.

The Occupation Certificate must be completed and submitted to Council before completion of the work and prior to occupation of the building.

You can apply online for an Occupation Certificate via the NSW Planning Portal. 

You will need:

• A MyService NSW Account or your Planning Portal login details.
• Your payment - you will be required to pay a NSW Planning Portal Service Fee of $40.
• Once Council is informed of your application's lodgement in the NSW Planning Portal, after reviewing information submitted, Council will generate an invoice for fees to be paid in accordance with Council's Fees and Charges.
• Once payment is received by Council the application will be formally accepted and the applicant notified through the NSW Planning Portal.