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Application process

From Friday 1 January 2021, the following types of building applications to Georges River Council must to be submitted using the NSW Planning Portal:

  • Construction certificates.
  • Complying development certificates.
  • Building information certificates.
  • Subdivision certificates.
  • Basix certificates.
  • Occupation certificates.

This method of submitting your building application will be available from 1 December 2020 and we encourage you to use this process for a more streamlined and efficient experience.
 
The NSW Planning Portal makes submitting building applications with Council simple with the convenience of being available online, anywhere and anytime.
 
Since 1 July 2020 applications for the following certificates and approvals to Georges River Council have been required to be submitted using the NSW Planning Portal:

  • Development Applications.
  • Applications to Modify Consents (s4.55 applications).
  • Review of Determination (s8.2 applications).

 Our commitment to customer service continues and we encourage applicants continue to use our pre-lodgement service for information and advice.
 
Additional information and advice on this new applications lodgement service is available on the NSW Planning website.
 
Payments for Planning Portal applications can be made via Council's Payments page.
 

Building and construction advice

We provide a number of useful services that ensure projects are completed in accordance with all legislative and technical requirements. Our team of professionally qualified and experienced building surveyors will provide timely advice and assistance on the following services:

Our services are flexible and we can provide a next-business-day-inspection service for bookings made before 5.00pm on the business day prior to the inspection date.

Swimming Pool Safety
Swimming pool owners must ensure pools are enclosed and access by children is restricted. More details are provided on this page.
Fire Safety
Important information on fire safety and the laws which regulate this.
Activities on Public Land
Many types of activities require Council's approval, read about them here.
Unauthorised Building and Development
Learn how Council deals with unauthorised works.
Soil and Erosion
Information on protecting stormwater drains and the installation of sediment controls on building sites.
Temporary Structures
Find out how to get approval for temporary structures such as tents, stall, hoardings, scaffolding and ground anchors.
Building Inspection Booking Request
This form must be submitted to Georges River Council a minimum of 24 hours prior to your inspection.
Driveways
Find out how to get approval to carry out works on road related areas outside your property.
Dividing Fences
Information regarding dividing fences, cost sharing, new fences, and work on existing fences.
Online Lodgement
Applications must be lodged via the NSW Planning Portal provided by the Department of Planning and Environment.
Certification Campaign
Information regarding the Certification Campaign and Council advocating for change.


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