Urban & Regional Planning

The Integrated Planning Act (IPA) 1997 provides the framework for processing development applications. Information on the IPA, regulations, appeals process and development application forms are available from the Department of Infrastructure and Planning website.

When a development application requires public advertising, members of the community can make submissions either in support of or objecting to, a proposed development. Development applications are made public by a notice on the land, advertisements in newspapers or by a letter to adjoining land owners.

Submissions outlining your case and any supporting information, need to be sent to the Chief Executive Officer, Tablelands Regional Council, by the closing date. Submissions are confidential until Council has decided on the application.

If you make a submission within the required period and you are not happy with Council's decision on a development proposal, you can appeal through the Planning and Environment Court.