City of South Perth - Request for Copy of Plans

Request for Copy of Plans

Guiding information and access to online form to request a copy of building approval plans.

Last updated on: 09 September 2025

In this article

Obtaining copies of existing plans
Request information
Register or sign in
Submit a request
Lodgement guidance
Post lodgement process

Obtaining copies of existing plans

If you own a property in the City, you can obtain a copy of the plans by making a request below.

Please note that commercial archive search fees are payable for unit complexes of five units or more whether they are single storey, double storey or more. Any business that is operated from a residential property is also classed as commercial.

Request information

Building plans

You may require a copy of your plans to carry out extensions or alterations to your property, or perhaps you would like a copy to provide a prospective buyer, real estate agent or for a supplier to provide you with a quote.

If you are a prospective buyer or real estate agent, you can request copies of approved building plans if you have written authorisation from the property owner. You will need to submit a copy of this authorisation when you apply to retrieve the plans.

Availability of plans

Many building plans are archived off-site in secure storage and for some older buildings there may not be any plans available at all.

Important information

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 a request

To submit a request, proceed below.

Before you begin

Prior to commencing the request via the link below, ensure you have an electronic copy (e.g. scan) of the following documentation prior to completing the process.

You are not the owner

The property is part of a strata/block of units

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

Lodge a Request for Approved Building Plans

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 (e.g. 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 (e.g. 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 'do not use' 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 request is lodged, the following steps will apply:

Your request will be reviewed to ensure all required information/documentation has been provided. You will be contacted if anything is missing.
The search will then be conducted and can take up to 15 business days.

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