The size of the land to be indicated; ie the length of all boundaries in metric and the area of the site shown in sq metres or hectares. Broken lines only to be used where they don’t interfere with accurate positioning of any required data, eg. Location of development, sewer main or easements, etc

Scale: floor plans, elevations and sections 1:100. Recommended scale for site plans 1:200

On large rural properties a full site plan must be provided (using a smaller scale, if necessary) indicating the location of the proposed development, existing buildings and setbacks from a minimum of two adjacent boundaries. It should be noted that photocopy reductions of plans will not be accepted.

All existing buildings and improvements to be shown on plan except when there is to be total redevelopment of the block. The existing building/improvements are required on a commercial development where credit on existing development may be part of Council’s assessment.

In the case of dual occupancy, it is essential that offset dimensions of all external walls are provided for existing building, together with the basic internal layout.

Location of areas of significant growth, eg. Trees 3 m in height, rainforest, wetlands, etc.

All measurements to be clearly tied to A.H.D. and not assumed reduced levels. Contours should extend 5m minimum into adjoining lands to identify natural flow paths. Floor and ridge levels to A.H.D. should be shown on the elevations.

NB Levels are not required for internal alterations to existing buildings, minor additions to existing premises

To be shown on site plan including nearest available Council stormwater pit.

Proposed stormwater drainage – to be indicated on plan to show how proposed drainage will be achieved. Details to include all levels, discharge rates, pipe sizes and grades.

Waterways and watercourses – to be shown on site Plans.

The proposed new structure to be shown together with setbacks from all boundaries (minimum of two setbacks for rural dwellings) and its proximity to any easements, mains, etc

Notes re external finishes: materials of construction of the external walls of building, roofing materials, types of windows, paving materials, driveway materials. A section drawing is required. All elevations are required to be shown on the plans.

Means floor space as defined in Council’s Planning instruments; ie gross area. An offset dimension of all external walls to be shown. A floor plan of each level of the building showing uses of each room, window and door placement is to be shown.

Floor space ratio – means the ratio of total floor space as defined divided by the site area of the land

Unit area – means the gross floor area of the individual unit/dwelling within a residential flat building or dual occupancy or factory units. A floor plan of each dwelling unit type, with uses of each room, window and door placements are to be shown.

Compliance with the requirements of Councils Car Parking Policy

To indicate area where bins or waste industrial storage bins are to be placed

Show the areas of and to be landscaped, paving areas, type of fencing, mounds, ponds, playgrounds and the like. In relation to plants to be used, the information should include any ‘theme’ size and spread whether dense or light planting.

Required for development of two or more storeys. Shadow Diagrams are to be prepared for the following times of the year Shadows cast at midwinter (21 June) at 9am, 12 noon and 3 p.m.

The information should be shown on a site plan at a stated scale. It should show the outline of the proposed building, levels to AHD of the corners of buildings, ridge level and ground levels, the location of buildings on adjoining and/or adjacent lands affected by shadow and location of the living areas of these buildings. Note: Shadow diagrams are not required if the proposed development consists of internal alterations to existing buildings or minor matters.

Areas subject to cut and/or fill, the depths of both cut and fill and also the measures to be taken to retain both. All measurements to be related to A.H.D. levels

Details of measures proposed to control adverse erosion impacts are to be provided

To show lot layout using a suitable scale, all boundary lengths to be shown in metres together with areas of each proposed lot.

Widths of all roads/laneways adjacent to development site and existing kerb/gutter to be indicated on plan.

Storage areas whether covered or open to be indicated on plans.

Areas to be cleared as a result of development

Details of liquid/solid wastes for commercial/industrial developments.

Existing and proposed fire safety measures to be identified

Every application (except minor buildings, adds/alts, pools, carports, etc) is to be accompanied by a statement outlining any expected impact on the environment. If the local environment is to be affected by your activity, then you are required to detail the measures taken to minimise any likely disturbance. In general, Section 79C (1) of the Environmental Planning & assessment Amendment Act 1997 should be used as a guide.