City of South Perth - Development Application Conditions Clearance

Development Application Conditions Clearance

Guiding information and access to online lodgement for DA conditions clearance.

Last updated on: 04 September 2024

In this article

Conditions clearance
Application information
Register or sign in
Submit an application
Lodgement guidance
Post lodgement process

Conditions clearance

When development approval has been issued, it typically comes with a list of conditions. A number of these conditions require clearance from the City's planning services before lodging an application for a Building Permit or Occupancy Permit.

Application information

About conditions of development approval

When development approval is granted by the City or by another decision maker such as the Development Assessment Panel (DAP) or a State Government agency, it typically comes with conditions. The purpose of these conditions is to ensure that the development is constructed and is maintained in a manner that is consistent with the original approval. The City is responsible for clearing conditions relating to development approvals granted by us or by the DAP. State Government agencies are generally responsible for clearing conditions of the development approvals they issue, however they may seek the advice of the City.

Conditions of development approval can cover a range of matters including the provision of additional information such as a detailed landscaping plan, schedule of colours and materials, or a construction management plan. The number and type of conditions generally relates to the size and complexity of the development.

Conditions of approval generally fall into three categories:

Prior to commencement - these need to be cleared before any work, including demolition occurs on site
Prior to occupation - these need to be cleared before the building is occupied
Ongoing - these are required to be complied with for the lifetime of the development.

Please ensure that you submit your clearance application in advance of submitting a building permit or occupancy application as the City will need to review the information provided and a site visit may also be required for conditions required to be met prior to occupancy.

Planning customer enquiries

One of our urban planners is available to attend to general planning enquiries during business hours. Enquiries can be made as follows:

By phone on 9474 0777 - a message will be taken if the duty planner is unavailable
In person - by appointment at the Civic Centre. Please call to make an appointment
In person - from 9.30-10.30am or 3-4pm at the Civic Centre (no booking required)
Online via Microsoft Teams - please call to make an appointment.

Fees

Register or sign in

To submit an application, you will need to register or sign in for a mySouthPerth account. Click the Register and Sign In option at the top right of this page to proceed.

For assistance with your mySouthPerth account, visit our information page.

Already signed in?

If you see your initials at the top right-hand corner of this page, you are already signed in.

Submit an application

To submit an application, proceed below.

Before you begin

Prior to commencing the application via the link below, ensure you have an electronic copy (eg scan) of the following documentation prior to completing the application process:

Development Approval Conditions matrix (in Microsoft Word format) indicating the condition and it has been met. Please see pro forma for an example
Any other drawings or documentation required by the conditions of the Development Approval
Set of architectural drawings as they will be submitted with the Building Permit Application.

You will be required to attach this information during the application process.

Application attachments

Please ensure you are attaching all plans, materials and supporting information relevant to the application as part of your initial lodgement. Any omissions or additional materials will be required to be sent as separate emails, which will be limited to standard email size limitations (eg 10MB).

Lodge DA Conditions Clearance Request

Lodgement guidance

Type of location - property or land?

When lodging your application, you are presented with two options to search the location.

To use the Property search method, click on Property and enter the street number and street name (eg 199 Thelma Street, or 2/203 Thelma Street, or 205B Thelma Street).

To use the Land search method, click on Land and enter the lot number and plan number (eg Lot 3497 DP187254, or Lot 1 SP5985).

Where can I find the lot and plan numbers?

Refer to the Certificate of Title, especially if it has been recently subdivided.

Alternatively, you can refer to the City's mapping tool. Via mapping, search and select the location. Scroll down to the Land - Property Information section via the information to the right of the page. The data for the land search is the Lot on Plan data. You can copy and paste this information into the land search when you start your application.

What if there are no land details in mapping?

I cannot lodge as I have errors

Do I complete any section/s with 'for City officer use only in it?

How do I attach documents?

The lodgement process may include requirements to attach documents. Please refer to the Before you begin section on this page in relation to requirements and ensure you have this information prior to commencing the process. You will be presented with options for mandatory and optional documentation.

Mandatory documentation

Mandatory document types will be displayed within the mandatory documentation section. There may be more than one document required, and the name of each document will be listed.

To add the document, click the Add button, search and select the correct document then click Open. A pop up will display with your document name as well as the attachment type. Select Save when complete. The document will then be uploaded to the lodgement.

Please note, if you have more than one document for this mandatory field, you can select Add Another via the pop up or Add via the main screen once you have attached the first document.

Complete the process for each mandatory attachment type.

Optional documentation

The lodgement process will also include the ability to attach optional documentation. Please ensure you refer to the Before you begin section of this page for guidance on required documentation as not all may be listed as mandatory.

To attach optional documentation, click the Add button under Optional Attachments, search and select the correct document then click Open. A pop up will display with your document as well as a drop down section to select your Attachment Type. Click the drop down and select the correct type. Select Save when complete. The document will then be uploaded to the lodgement.

Repeat this process for each additional document.

Post lodgement process

Once your application is lodged, the following steps will apply:

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email after submission. Your application will undergo a preliminary check and may include a request for additional information or details. Once the application requirements have been met, you will be advised that your application has been accepted and be issued an invoice
An urban planner will check the matrix, plans and documents meet the conditions set out in the relevant development approval. A letter confirming clearance of conditions will then be issued
Please allow an average of 30 business days for processing.

Building or occupancy permit

Once you have received your letter confirming clearance of conditions, you can then begin your building or occupancy permit. It is important you attach this letter to your application.

New or inconsistent information

Clearance of conditions is given on the basis that no new or inconsistent information will be provided with the relevant permit application. If new or inconsistent information is found on the relevant permit application, the permit application may not be accepted for lodgement.

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