When you request a quote, a member of our team will reply with an all inclusive package. We will provide information to help you submit your application on the NSW State Planning Portal to ensure we can assess and determine the success of your application as soon as possible.
More information on how and what you can apply for on the NSW Planning Portal can be found here: Post Consent Certificates | Planning Portal - Department of Planning and Environment.
Services
Council must not carry out certification work for a person unless it has entered into a written contract with that person. You must therefore have the owner/s complete and sign this Contract for certification work application form and attach it to your application on the NSW State Planning Portal.
Contract for certification work application form (PDF, 355.09KB)
When development consent is granted, a Construction Certificate (CC) is required before work can start.
A CC ensures that:
• The detailed construction plans and specifications comply with the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and any other relevant Australian standard
• The construction plans and specifications are consistent with the Development Consent
• The relevant development consent conditions have been complied with
• All required fees and deposits have been paid
Complying Development Certificates are an ever-increasing trend for both residential development as well as commercial work, in particular retail/office change of use and fit outs.
Our team has a specialist understanding of the NSW State Legislation and can help determine if an application can meet the development standards for Complying Development through a PRE CDC service and an efficient turnaround of complying development certificates to allow you to start your building project.
Some categories of work that are complying development:
• Construction of a new dwelling
• Alterations and additions to an existing dwelling
• Construction of a secondary dwelling
• Demolition of a building
• Small retail and commercial development including changes of use
• Internal alterations (fit-outs) of commercial buildings
• Fit-out of a food shop
A PCA inspects each required stage of construction and issues an occupation certificate (for any building work) when the development consent has been met and the building is suitable for occupation or use.
As your PCA, our team of certifiers will respond to inspection requests promptly and provide a practical and effective inspection service. We will also provide a record of your inspection through the latest technology. This is critical for moving into the family home or getting your business up and running with as minimal delay as possible.
A Building information certificate can be issued for a property and states that Council will not issue a notice or an order to have any part of the property demolished, altered or rebuilt for a period of seven years. This certificate is required for the following situations:
• When unauthorised works have been carried out and compliance action has been undertaken
• Requested by buyers or sellers of a property before settlement to ensure that what is being bought or sold is not going to be the subject of action by Council
For further information on either of these, please contact us to clarify the process and fees involves as this may vary from case to case.
Inner West Council requires Building Information Certificates and associated documentation to be lodged online through the NSW Planning Portal.
This is a newly developed process. While we are working on updating information for this page, please contact the Building Certification Team for information on how to lodge and supporting documentation requirements.
A Subdivision Certificate confirms your subdivision has been completed in line with approved conditions. You’ll need one before new lots or titles can be created. To apply, submit the completed form with owner’s consent, a signed subdivision plan, proof all conditions are met, and pay the required fee.
If you wish to undertake an activity on community land such as public entertainment, you will need to apply for a building certificate under Section 68 of the Local Government Act. To lodge an application, you will need to log in to or register with our online portal.
If you need assistance lodging this online, please contact us on 02 9392 5000 and ask to speak with the Building Certification team.
Our building certification team can provide specific advice on BCA matters for both residential and commercial matters.
A swimming pool compliance certificate confirms that your pool fence or barrier is safe and meets the Australian standards for swimming pool barriers. A certificate of compliance is required if you are planning to sell or lease a property and we recommend you organise it early.
Swimming pool compliance certificate application (PDF, 248.15KB)
If you would like carry out development works outside the standard permitted hours you will need to apply for an approval.
Out of hours work application (PDF, 217.60KB)
To lodge your application, please email it to building@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
The documents below outline the standard wording applicants may use for a positive covenant and restriction on the use of land documents. This document is a template and can only be used as a guide. A solicitor or surveyor must prepare this as a legal document.
Positive covenant - standard wording (DOCX, 61.40KB)
Restrictions on the use of land - standard wording (DOCX, 61.05KB)
Use this form to submit the original and copy of property-related documents (called “conveyancing forms”) so they can be signed by an authorised council officer.
Signing of legal development documents form (PDF, 181.76KB)
Contact the Building Certification team
By email: building@innerwest.nsw.gov.au
By phone: 02 9392 5000 Monday to Friday 9.00am-4.30pm and ask to be transferred to the Building Certification Team.
In person: For a face-to-face chat with a member of our team, please request a meeting at our Leichhardt Service Centre at 7-15 Wetherill Street, Leichhardt.