Development/Planning Applications

Find out whether a land use is permissible or if you require a planning approval for future development works.

Do you need planning approval?

Most developments, including building, earthworks, and land use changes (whether rural, residential, commercial, or industrial), require approval either from the local government or the WA Planning Commission. Minor outbuildings and small residential additions might be exempt.

Lodging a planning application

Steps:

  1. Gather all required documents before you apply.
  2. Follow the guidelines in the City's Development Application Form  (Planning Approval) and Checklist (below).
  3. Submit your planning application online here or email planning.team@kwinana.wa.gov.au.

Ensure your application is complete, as incomplete applications cannot be assessed and may cause delays.

  • Deemed-to-comply check

    A ‘deemed-to-comply’ check enables the City to check compliance with the Residential Design Codes, allowing such development proposals to progress straight to the building approval stage. A ‘deemed-to-comply’ check can only be completed for a Single House or additions/alterations to a Single House.

    How to Apply:

    1. Fill out and submit the Deemed-To Comply Check Application form.
    2. Provide plans:
      • Site plan to a scale of 1:100 or 1:200
      • Floor plans to a scale of 1:100
      • Elevation plans to a scale of 1:100 
    3. Email your application to the City of Kwinana planning team. You will receive an invoice to arrange payment for the ‘deemed-to-comply’ check. The fee is $295 for a Single House or $147 for alterations/additions to a Single House (e.g. patio, outbuilding, carport).
    4. The City will respond within 14 days to let you know if planning approval is required.
  • Subdivision

    Subdivision Applications

    All Subdivision applications are lodged directly with the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) and are also determined by WAPC. After a subdivision application has been lodged with the WAPC, it is referred to the Local Government (as well as other relevant public or private agencies such as Water Corp and Western Power).

    How to Submit a Subdivision Application

    All subdivision applications must be lodged directly with WAPC for determination via the Planning Online Portal. To begin using the portal, you will first need to register. For information on how to prepare your subdivision application an application guide is available in the WAPC Application Guide.

    How to Submit a Subdivision Clearance Application

    To obtain clearance of the Local Government conditions from City of Kwinana, a clearance application must be lodged with the City. The City will check that all the conditions have been met and if satisfied, a clearance letter will be issued along with a stamped final survey strata plan/deposited plan prepared by your licenced land surveyor.

  • Hope Valley and Latitude 32

    If your property is in the Latitude 32 area, also known as the Hope Valley-Wattleup Redevelopment Project, it is part of a special industrial project managed by DevelopmentWA. All development within the Hope Valley area requires Development Approval under the Hope Valley Wattleup Redevelopment Master Plan.

    How to Submit Your Application

    Do not use the City of Kwinana's online portal for these applications. Instead, email your application and documents to: planning.team@kwinana.wa.gov.au

    For more information, visit the DevelopmentWA Latitude 32 project website.

    Development Application Checklist

    You can find the Latitude 32 Design Guidelines on the DevelopmentWA website.

  • Development Assessment Panel (DAP)

    The City of Kwinana is part of the Metro Outer DAP, which manages development applications in the area. You can find contact details, agendas, and documents on the Department of Planning, Lands, and Heritage website.

    How to Submit Your Application

    Do not use the City of Kwinana's online portal for these applications. Instead, email your application and documents to: planning.team@kwinana.wa.gov.au.

  • Mandogalup Improvement Scheme No.1

    The Mandogalup Improvement Scheme No.1 was gazetted on 8 November 2024 and is now the operative planning scheme for the Mandogalup IP47 area.

    The City will be responsible for the consideration and assessment of most development applications in the Improvement Scheme area under delegation from the WAPC.

    The applicant needs to:

    1. Complete and sign the application form.
    2. Pay the application fee - fees payable for applications under this Improvement Scheme are as per the City’s fees and charges.
    3. Upload electronic copies of supporting information, such as:
      • development plans
      • technical reports and
      • any other related information

    Visit the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage website for further information

    Related Documents:

    Mandogalup Improvement Scheme No.1 - Scheme 

    Improvement Scheme – Application for Development Approval

    Mandogalup Improvement Scheme No.1 – Scheme Map

    Mandogalup Improvement Scheme No.1 – Concept Plan

More Information and Contact

For more information, contact the City’s Planning Department at 9439 0474 to check your zoning and whether your project needs approval.

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