Planning

Development Application Requirements

Generally, an application for development approval will be required for proposals involving:

• Construction of buildings/dwellings where variations are proposed to the Residential Planning Code deemed to comply requirements, Council's Local Planning Policy requirements or provisions of the Town's Local Planning Scheme.
• Changing the use of a building/premises
• Increasing the floor area of an existing structure
• Additions and alterations to existing dwellings
• Non-residential developments
• Lapsed development approvals (approvals are valid for two of four years, after which a new application must be submitted if not substantially commenced)
• Modifications or extensions to places listed as being of heritage significance
• Non-complying front fencing (with the Town’s Policy)
• Retaining walls (over 500mm in height)
• Excavation in the front setback area (over 500mm)

Note: Applications are not required for development that meets the requirements of Cl.61 of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015.

Lodging a Development Application

Electronic

Large file upload: Attn Planning
Via email (limited 10MB) – toc@claremont.wa.gov.au
USB via post PO Box 54, Claremont WA 6910 

Hard copy

Via post PO Box 54, Claremont WA 6910

Note: Approvals will be issued electronically unless otherwise requested by submission of application.

You will be contacted for payment of application fees once the application has been processed (refer Schedule of Planning Fees below). Alternatively, please complete a credit card authorisation form for payment of applicable fees and submit with the application. Please note that payments made via credit card will incur a surcharge as per the Town's schedule of fees.

Single House Deemed-to-Comply Check 

In accordance with clause 61 of the Deemed Provisions in Schedule 2 of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015 (Regulations), certain types of development are exempt from requiring development approval. These exemptions include the construction of a new single house, or extensions and/or renovations to an existing single house that meet the 'deemed-to-comply' criteria of Volume 1 of the Residential Design Codes (R-Codes) or any local planning policy that amends or replaces these criteria. This exemption is not applicable to properties included on a Heritage List. 

For a fee, a person may request the Local Government provide advice as to whether or not a proposed new single house, or additions to an existing single house in accordance with clause 61A of the Regulations. Requests can be made either electronically or through post. 

Electronic 

Large file upload: Attn Planning 
Via email (limited 10MB) - toc@claremont.wa.gov.au 

Hard copy 

Via post PO Box 54, Claremont WA 6910 

You will be contacted for payment of application fees once the application has been processed (refer Schedule of Planning Fees below). Alternatively, please complete a credit card authorisation form for payment of applicable fees and submit with the application. Please note that payments made via credit card will incur a surcharge as per the Town's schedule of fees. 

Development Approval ensures works are legal, and prevents any unreasonable negative impacts for neighbours. Failure to comply can result in fines or other penalties.

Please note: Development Approval must be obtained before lodging a Building Permit application

Public Consultation

Public consultation is a way to voice your opinion on things that shape your community. The Town is committed to ensuring that all members in our community are heard. Changes to planning requirements (such as Scheme Amendments), major developments and strategic planning items will all be available from this page during the consultation period in accordance with State Legislation.

If you would like to make a submission please email TOC@Claremont.wa.gov.au. Please state the item name and/or address your name and address and how the proposal may affect you or your property.

Please be aware that when you make a submission, details of your submission will be included in a Council Agenda report, which will be available for public viewing (on the Town's website).

Plan Searches

A search request form must be completed to obtain details relative to former Planning and Development Approvals, Sign Licences or any other approval issued by the Town. Please note the owner listed on the property must provide consent before the plans can be given out.