Have your say on Local Planning Policy #5

A revised planning policy that aims to remove the need for planning approval for a range of minor development works is being advertised for public comment.

The changes extend 'exemptions' from planning approval for Single Houses, Grouped Dwellings and minor works, such as extensions, carports, patios and site works.

If your project meets the ‘acceptable development standards’ of the policy, you can go ahead without planning approval. A building permit may still be required (as per national standards). This was previously not the case and is the main intent of this Local Planning Policy.

For your reference, please view the following documents:

• Existing adopted Local Planning Policy #5
• Council Report explaining this recommendation
• Draft revised Local Planning Policy #5 
• Planning Approval Exemptions Guidelines 

Feedback is welcome by email to [email protected] or post to PO Box 48 Mount Barker WA 6324 by 4.15pm on 17 July 2025.