We provide a free one-off pre-lodgement advice service to discuss your development proposal.
The pre-lodgement advice is general and based on the submitted material. The service is not a detailed assessment and does not influence or predict the assessment outcome of a subsequent application. While the pre-lodgement service does not guarantee approval of development application, indicate a level of support for a proposal, or bind TRC to any future outcome or decision, it can save time and money.
We will provide early written comments on the proposal, highlight concerns or issues that may need to be addressed, and identify requirements for a well-made application. The response will generally detail:
- application requirements, including fees and forms
- technical reports and supporting information and plans to be lodged with the application
- issues regarding compliance with the planning scheme or other planning instruments
- likely conditions and infrastructure charges
- suggested changes to the application.
The pre-lodgement service is voluntary and not intended to replace the existing, informal advice mechanisms. We cannot assist with drafting or lodging applications. You will need to engage private planning consultant if you require that level of support.
Our pre-lodgement service is a free, non-statutory service and fee-paying customers receive priority when we are experiencing high numbers of applications and when resources are limited. Response times will vary depending on the complexity of your enquiry, current development applications, availability of resources and general business commitments. When we receive your pre-lodgement service request we will contact you to discuss the proposed development and/or to schedule a meeting.