Property Certificates Information

Council can issue two types of Planning Certificates:
1. A Section 10.7 (2) Planning Certificate provides information, as specified under Schedule 4 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, including:
- The name/s of relevant planning controls - State Environmental Planning Policies, Regional Environmental Plans, Local Environmental Plans and Development Control Plans;
- Zoning and land uses that are permitted or prohibited within that zone;
- Any heritage listings that apply;
- Land reserved for acquisition;
- Road widening and road realignment;
- Whether the land is affected by a policy that restricts development because of the likelihood of certain hazard risks;
- The name of each contributions plan applying to the land;
- Whether the land is subject to any site compatibility certificates, such as seniors housing or affordable housing;
- Matters arising under the Contaminated Land Management Act, 1997;
2. A Section 10.7 (2) and (5) Planning Certificate contains the above information, and additional advice on other relevant matters affecting the land.
FAQs
When is a Planning Certificate required?
When a property is being sold a Planning Certificate is required under the Conveyancing Act 1919 to be attached to the contract of sale.
How long does it take to issue a Planning Certificate?
Planning Certificates usually take five (5) working days to be issued, from the day an application is lodged with Council.
How much does a Planning Certificate cost?
The following fees apply to a Planning Certificate application:
• $53.00 for a Section 10.7 (2) Planning Certificate
• $133.00 for a Section 10.7 (2) and (5) Planning Certificate