The City's online lodgement service allows customers to easily lodge a building permit or development application online in a few simple steps.
The online services platform enables the lodgement of applications without prior registration for new customers, with existing customers able to lodge applications via their existing login details.
Please note the City can only accept certain applications offline (via the front counter at our Administration Centre) or via email.
Christmas and New Year closure 2024/2025
Please note the City will not be accepting in-person or online lodgement of building or planning applications between 12.00pm Tuesday 24 December 2024 and 8.59am Thursday 2 January 2025. Applications can be lodged as normal from 9.00am on Thursday 2 January 2025.
BA7 Notice of Completion - automated email
Some customers may have received an automated email from the City on 6 November 2024 requesting builders to submit a BA7 Notice of Completion form.
If you have already submitted this form, please disregard the automated email. If you haven’t submitted a BA7 Notice of Completion, please do so at your earliest convenience.
Alternatively, you may apply for a BA22 Extension of Time request if the related building works are not finished.
The City apologises for any confusion this may have caused.
Copy of plans delays
Please note that due to a high volume of all statutory applications during the seasonal peak period, the Building Team are working diligently processing ‘Copy of Plans’ applications. The current delay is six weeks. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
We appreciate your understanding and patience during this period.
If you have any urgent concerns or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact Development Services at development@stirling.wa.gov.au.
Methods of lodgement
The following applications can be made via the formats below.
| Type of application | Submission methods | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Online lodgement | In person at front counter or by mail to 25 Cedric Street, Stirling WA 6021 | Email via development@stirling.wa.gov.au | |
| Development applications | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Building permits (BA1 and BA2) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Demolition application (BA5) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Footpath activation permit | ✔ | ||
| Deemed-to-comply check | ✔ | ||
| Building approval certificate | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Occupancy permit (BA9) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Joint Development Assessment Panel (JDAP) application | ✔ | ||
| Subdivision clearance | ✔ | ||
| Written planning advice | ✔ | ||
| Notice of Completion (BA7) | ✔ | ||
| Liquor and Gaming - Section 39, 40 & 55 | ✔ | ||
Required lodgement information
Once the City receives your application, officers will check your submission to confirm it is complete and ready for assessment. If further information is required, the City will contact you to request this information.
The application will not be lodged until all required information including payment has been submitted and the application is capable of assessment by the City.
Once lodged, the City will endeavour to assess and determine your application in a timely and efficient manner.
Planning applications
Now that you know which types of applications you can submit online, in person or by mail, check what you will need to complete the application below.
Document type | Patio, outbuilding, fence, retaining walls | Carport and garage | Residential additions | Ancillary dwelling | Single dwelling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Development Application Form | Required | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Site Plan | Required | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Certificate of Title | Required | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Strata plan for all developments with common property 1 | Required | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Floor Plan 2 | No - normally combined in site plan | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Elevations | Required | Required | Required | Required | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | No - for patios and outbuildings where levels are not changing but this must be indicated on the plans. Yes - for patios and outbuildings on sloping sites and/or have alterations to levels proposed. No - for front fencing, unless retaining is proposed. | Not required if levels are not changing, however FFL must be shown – i.e. showing no change to existing levels. If sloping site or changing levels, site survey required.
| Required | ||
| Overshadowing diagram | Not required | Not required | Only required if there is a southern adjoining residential property | ||
| Colours and materials schedule | Only required if the property is in Heritage Protection Area OR if property on Heritage List | Only required if the property is in Heritage Protection Area OR on Heritage List OR if required by Design Guidelines | |||
Document type | Grouped dwelling | Multiple dwellings |
|---|---|---|
Development Application Form | Required | Required |
Site Plan | Required | Required |
Certificate of Title | Required | Required |
Strata plan for all developments with common property 1 | Required | Required |
Floor Plan 2 | Required | Required |
Elevations | Required | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | Required | Required |
Pre-Calc Plan | Required | Required |
Overshadowing Diagram | Only required if there is a southern adjoining residential property | |
Colours and Materials Schedule | Only required if the property is in Heritage Protection Area OR if property on Heritage List | |
Document type | Change of use | Commercial / Industrial |
|---|---|---|
Development Application Form | Required | Required |
Site Plan | Required | Required |
Certificate of Title | Required | Required |
Strata plan for all developments with common property 1 | Required | Required |
Floor Plan 2 | Required | Required |
Elevations | Required | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | Not required if no works component | Yes, for new developments and additions |
Overshadowing Diagram | Required | Only required if there is a southern adjoining residential lot OR if required in Structure Plan or Local Development Plan |
Colours and Materials Schedule | Required | Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
Development Application Form | Required |
Site Plan | Required |
Elevations | Required |
Certificate of Title | Required |
Strata plan for all developments with common property 1 | Required |
Colours and Materials Schedule | Yes - with graphics and images |
Supplementary information including:
| Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
Subdivision Clearance Application Form including completed checklist | Required |
Two (2) copies of a Deposited Plan / Survey Strata Plan | Required |
Any supporting information as may be required by the City to enable it to be determined how each local government (LG) condition has been met (refer to the Subdivision Clearances Information Sheet) | Required |
Payment of the relevant clearance fee | Required |
Where applicable evidence that completed instruments imposed on behalf of the City have been registered with Landgate (for example noise notifications under section 70A or a restrictive covenant under section 129BA of the Transfer of Land Act 1893 as amended) | Required |
Submit a DAP Application, either:
- In-person - at the City’s Administration Centre (25 Cedric Street, Stirling) with payment made at the time of submission and a copy of the hard and electronic copy of the entire submission
- Via post - with payment, hard and electronic copy of the entire submission included in the postal package with fees either via Credit Card Authorisation Form* or cheque.
Building applications
Now that you know which types of applications you can submit online, in person or by mail, check what you will need to complete the application below.
Document type | Classes 1 and 10 | Classes 2 and 9 |
|---|---|---|
Completed BA1 application for building permit certified | Required | Required |
Completed BA1 application for building permit certified form signed by all owners of the land/property or A copy of an offer and acceptance form signed by all vendors and purchasers of the land/company | Required | Required |
Building Commission owner-builder approval letter where applicable. A Registered Builder is required for most building works with a value above $20,000. Please refer to the Fees, Charges and Payments information sheet. | Required | Required |
For building work with a value over $20,000, home indemnity insurance certificate from an approved insurer where applicable ( Note: Not required for owner builder) | Required | Required |
BA3 - certificate of design compliance (signed by private building surveying contractor) | Required | Required |
BA20 - Notice and request for consent to encroach or adversely affected (where applicable) or Consent or court order for work encroaching on other land or adversely affecting other land (where applicable) | Required | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | Required | Required |
Completed construction training fund levy form where applicable | Required | Required |
Payment of the required building permit application fee | Required | Required |
One set of plans, details, specifications and documents as specified in the certificate of design compliance
| Required | Required |
All prescribed authorities have been obtained where applicable :
| Required | Required |
Details of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) Commissioner’s advice where applicable | Required | Required |
Details showing stormwater collection and containment of water on site | Required | Required |
Copy of alternative design solutions where applicable | Required | Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
Completed BA2 application for building permit uncertified | Required |
Completed BA2 application for building permit uncertified form signed by all owners of the land/property or A copy of an offer and acceptance form signed by all vendors and purchasers of the land/company | Required |
A certificate of owner-builder approval issued by the Department of Building and Energy or, details of the nominated building contractor are required in most instances where building work has a value of $20,000 or more. Please refer to the Fees, Charges and Payments information sheet. | Required |
For building work with a value of $20,000 or more, a current home indemnity insurance certificate from an approved insurer is required (unless otherwise exempted). | Required |
BA20 – Notice and request for consent to encroach or adversely affected (where applicable) or Consent or court order for work encroaching on other land or adversely affecting other land (where applicable) | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | Required |
Completed construction training fund levy form where applicable | Required |
Payment of the required building permit application fee | Required |
One set of plans, details, specifications and documents as specified in the certificate of design compliance
| Required |
All prescribed authorities have been obtained where applicable :
| Required |
Site plan (minimum scale 1:200) showing: Clearly indicate all property boundaries, boundary dimensions and existing buildings
| Required |
Floor plan (minimum scale 1:100) showing:
| Required |
Elevations (minimum scale 1:100) showing:
| Required |
Details (minimum scale 1:50, 1:20 and larger where appropriate) Provide details, where applicable for:
Please note, that in some instances, these details will need to be certified by a Professional Structural Engineer. | Required |
Energy efficiency
| Required |
Specifications
| Required |
Termite management to include details of :
| Required |
Two complete and separate sets of scaled structural engineers documents (signed as certified by a professional structural engineer) Site report
Footing, floor, suspended floor and slab detail
Structural beams, columns, piers, lintels, framed construction, roof construction etc Retaining wall
Two storey construction
| Required |
Water Corporation approval where required, i.e. consent letter or stamped approved plans from the Water Corporation of Western Australia authorities if work is near/over a sewer or water main. | Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
Completed BA5 application for demolition permit | Required |
Completed BA5 application for demolition permit signed by all owners of the land/property or A copy of an offer and acceptance form signed by all vendors and purchasers of the land/company | Required |
Building Commission owner-builder approval letter where applicable. A Registered Builder is required for most building works with a value above $20,000. Please refer to the Fees, Charges and Payments information sheet. | Required |
For building work with a value over $20,000, home indemnity insurance certificate from an approved insurer where applicable ( Note: Not required for owner builder). | Required |
BA3 - certificate of design compliance (signed by private building surveying contractor). | Required |
BA20 - Notice and request for consent to encroach or adversely affected (where applicable) or Consent or court order for work encroaching on other land or adversely affecting other land (where applicable). | Required |
Clean Site Feature Survey (must be in AHD and endorsed by a licensed land surveyor) | Required |
Completed construction training fund levy form where applicable | Required |
Completed asbestos assessment form | Required |
Payment of the required building permit application fee | Required |
One set of plans, details, specifications and documents as specified in the certificate of design compliance
| Required |
All prescribed authorities have been obtained where applicable:
| Required |
Notifications letter to gas, water services, electricity and telephone services for disconnection. Note: The water supply will be required to remain connected until the demolition work is complete as it will be required to dampen down excessive dust. | Required |
Plumber notification/confirmation of drainage cut and seal or septic tank removal | Required |
Rat baiting confirmation letter from a licensed pest control company | Required |
Building permit for demolition work where necessary e.g. demolition and/or remedial works proposed to party walls or similar | Required |
In the case of strata developments only, a letter of approval for demolition may be required from other property owners or the strata manager | Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
A Certificate of Construction Compliance (form BA17) signed by a registered private building surveyor | Required |
Evidence of approval from relevant authorities, dependent on the building or structure | Required |
A completed Notice and Request for Consent to Encroach or Adversely Affect form (BA20) and an unauthorised works form is applicable | Required |
Payment of any fees as detailed in the Building Permit Fees and Charges. | Required |
| Document type | Is it required? |
|---|---|
Completed BA7 form | Required |
Health applications
Now that you know which types of applications you can submit online, in person or by mail, check what you will need to complete the application below.
Document type | Section 39 | Section 40 |
|---|---|---|
A written request for a section 39 and/or section 40 certificate, including the name and address of the premises and the name and contact details of the applicant | Required | Required |
Section 39 certificate of local government (form LLD14) | Required | Not required |
Section 40 certificate of local planning authority (form LLD15). | Not required | Required |
A plan detailing the extent of the licensed area | Required | Required |
The $150.00 application fee. | Required | Not required |
A permit may be issued to an organisation on the provision that the purpose of raising funds is not for private gain or commercial undertaking.
You may lodge for a Section 55 application electronically.
The $50.00 application fee applies to Occasional or Extended Gaming Permit.
Once received and payment has cleared, your application will be assessed in accordance with the legislative and scheme requirements.
For more information relating to section 39/40 or section 55 certificates, please phone our Customer Contact Centre at (08) 9205 8555.
For more information on liquor licence applications, please visit the Department of Racing, Gaming and Liquor website.
Track an application FAQs
Use the handy guide below to understand what stage of the application process you are at.
Development applications
- Administration processing The City’s Planning Admin Team is currently reviewing the application
- Further information requested - admin The City’s Planning Admin Team has requested additional information from the applicant to allow the application to be lodged
- Administration check completed The City’s Planning Admin Team has finished reviewing the application and no further information is required, however there may be an outstanding fee to be paid. An invoice would have been sent to the nominated email address
- Application allocated to a planning officer The application has been allocated to a Planning Officer and is pending for the assessment to commence
- Assessment in progress The City is currently in the process of undertaking a full assessment of the application
- Consultation in progress The City is undertaking public consolation of the application in accordance with the relevant planning legislation. This process generally takes between 14 and 28 days depending on the complexity of the application
- Further information requested - planning The City’s Planning Officer has requested additional information from the applicant to allow the application to proceed. Once the applicant agrees to provide the information, this will effectively ‘stop-the-clock’ until all the necessary information has been provided to the City, then the clock will resume.
- Under assessment The application is in the final stages of assessment and in the progress of being finalised.
Building permits
- Assessment in progress The application is currently under assessment by one of the City’s Building Surveyors
- Request for payment emailed An email with an invoice for the application fees has been sent to the applicant
- Waiting for information The City’s Building Team has issued a request for further information to the applicant. The clock has been paused and will remain paused until all the necessary information has been provided.
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