Planning and building
Learn how we're planning for the future of Canterbury-Bankstown.
Development and building
Are you planning on renovating your property or doing a new build in Canterbury-Bankstown?
Development Applications
Decisions on development applications are no longer referred to the elected Councillors for decision making. See below for information on the application and approval process, and how to submit a development application.
Planning for the City
Learn how Council will support and enable a rich culture and inclusive community spirit through great urban design.
Upcoming projects
Learn about the projects Council is delivering for the community.
Council's strategies and masterplans
Find strategies, master plans and learn about Council's vision for the future of Canterbury-Bankstown.
Canterbury-Bankstown Local Environmental Plan 2023 and Development Control Plan 2023
The Canterbury-Bankstown Local Environmental Plan 2023 and Development Control Plan 2023, a comprehensive planning framework, is now in effect.
In 2019, our Council introduced Connective City 2036, a strategic planning vision that serves as a guide for our City's growth. This vision focuses on sustainable development, the preservation of our environment, the provision of housing for future generations, and the maximisation of employment opportunities.
The next phase involved the development of our Consolidated Local Environmental Plan and Development Control Plan. These planning documents embody the vision of Connective City 2036 and merge the regulations of the former councils into a single set of planning rules. They will apply to all development applications lodged on or after 23 June 2023.
We kindly ask for your patience and understanding during the transition to our new planning controls, as these changes happen periodically.
Planning and building forms
To view all forms, click here.
Annual/ Supplementary Fire Safety Statement
Apartment design guide: appendix 3 checklist
Critical operational information for change of use applications
Contract agreement for the performance certification work (CC, OC, PC)
Contract agreement for the performance certification work (CDC, OC, PC)
Contract agreement for the performance certification work
Development cost summary report <$500k
Development cost summary report >$500k
Land title dealing endorsement application
Owner's consent (Planning and building)