City of South Perth - Request for Written Planning Advice

Request for Written Planning Advice

Information for requesting written planning advice.

Last updated on: 04 September 2024

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Request for written planning advice
Application information
Register or sign in
Submit an application
Lodgement guidance
Post lodgement process

Request for written planning advice

The City can provide advice about general planning matters such as timeframes, zoning, density coding and the City of South Perth Local Planning Scheme No. 7 and other policy requirements over the phone or in person.

If your request requires research, review of documents, additional time to be considered or you require something more formal, then you will be required to lodge a request for written planning advice.

Application information

Written planning advice

We can provide written planning advice on:

zoning of a particular property
existing approved land uses for a particular property
land use exemptions for properties based on their zoning
policies or scheme provisions which are applicable to a development type or zone
information on what will be considered as part of a development application for a particular development site.

The following queries cannot be responded to via a request for written planning advice:

Pre-lodgement assessment of proposed development plans
Analysis of various options for the proposed development
Detailed technical or specialist advice.

We cannot give written planning advice as to whether a particular development will be supported by the City but can provide a summary of the matters to be considered or any issues which may arise during the assessment of a formal development application.

If you are after advice regarding whether your single house or residential renovation to a single house meets the 'deemed to comply' provisions of the R-Codes, you will need to request a deemed-to-comply check through the City.

How long does the advice take?

The City endeavours to provide formal written planning advice within 14 days from the date the application is formally accepted by the City, including payment and submission of the necessary information. There may be delays in providing advice for complex proposals where further clarification is required or consultation with other internal departments is necessary.

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:

A letter detailing the nature of your request
Any relevant plans such as a site plan, floor plans and elevations with natural ground levels shown which will assist us in providing accurate advice.

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).

Request for Written Planning Advice

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:

Once we receive the completed form and application deemed complete, a planning officer will review the request and provide a written response (generally within 14 business days)
Should additional clarification or materials be required the planning officer will contact the applicant to request this information
If you require further advice following the issue of the written planning advice, you will need to submit another application, including the payment of the applicable fee
If an enquiry cannot be appropriately responded to within the scope of written planning advice service, the City will inform you of alternatives to assist you obtain the information you require.

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