APPROVALS & COMPLIANCE

Certain minor remedial works may qualify as exempt development under NSW planning legislation, provided they meet defined criteria. This may include: • Minor repairs and maintenance • Like-for-like replacement works • Non-structural upgrades within defined thresholds Eligibility depends on the scale and nature of the works and must be assessed against applicable planning instruments.

Complying Development Consent (CDC) is a fast-track approval pathway for works that meet specific planning and technical standards. CDC may apply where: • Works meet prescribed development standards • The building classification allows for CDC • The scope remains within planning thresholds CDC requires formal assessment and certification prior to works commencing.

A development application is required where works exceed exempt or CDC thresholds and may be triggered by: • Significant facade alteration • Structural modifications • Changes affecting building appearance • Works impacting planning controls DA approval is obtained through the relevant local authority before works proceed.

Certain remediation works may be classified as regulated building work under the Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020. This may require: • Regulated design documentation • Compliance declarations • Lodgement through the NSW Planning Portal • Coordination with registered design practitioners • Failure to identify DBPA obligations early can delay contractor engagement.

Where applicable, remediation projects may require: • Structural engineering documentation • Waterproofing design • Facade remediation design • BCA / NCC compliance review • Specification and scope documentation Proper documentation alignment supports compliant tender and construction readiness.