Common Planning and Building Projects in Queensland

Local councils in Queensland determine what development requires assessment against a planning scheme. Each council has their own level of assessment for each type of development as long as it is in accordance with the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 and any Regional Plans. Some of the projects that might require council approval are:

• Sheds
• House relocations
• House demolitions
• New house on a small lot
• Two houses on one lot
• Subdivisions
  
• Townhouses and Units
• Duplexes
  
• Industrial Buildings
• House extension
• Carports and Garages
• Building a house above the maximum height, and
• Various council relaxations
  

To check if your project requires a development permit by the council visit the Council section on this website.