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Complying Development

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A Complying Development Certificate confirms your project meets fast-track approval criteria under the NSW planning framework.

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Inclusions

  • Detailed assessment of design documentation against all applicable planning and building controls

  • Comprehensive review of relevant State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs), including the Codes SEPP and any site‑specific SEPP provisions

  • Verification against the NCC (BCA), NSW legislation, and Australian Standards

  • Assessment of zoning, development standards and land‑based constraints (e.g. bushfire, flood, heritage, coastal, mine subsidence where applicable)

  • Practical, solution‑focused guidance outlining any required design amendments to achieve CDC eligibility

  • Coordination with the design team, council, and relevant referral authorities as required throughout the process

  • Review and verification of supporting reports and approvals, including BASIX, bushfire, stormwater, structural and fire safety documentation

  • Issuing of the Complying Development Certificate (CDC) once all statutory requirements and conditions are satisfiedClear, responsive communication and professional support from initial assessment through to determination

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