Preparing Applications

Council offers pre-application advice services to help with enquiries related to:

  • Land use
  • Future development proposals
  • Preparing development applications
  • How to prepare a well-made application
  • Identifying engineering, environmental and landscaping technical issues
  • Understanding assessment processes and clarify assessment time frames
  • Identifying planning scheme and relevant legislation requirements

Pre-Application Advice Service options

  • Phone Council for initial or simple enquiries
  • Visit the Development Services counter if you prefer face-to-face contact
  • Phone and counter services are available on business days between 8.30 am-4.30 pm. No prior bookings are required. Contact Council or visit the Development Services counter at Tewantin (9 Pelican Street)
  • One hour pre-lodgement meetings are available each week if you need detailed advice on complex or advanced proposals
  • Request an appointment by completing the Pre-lodgement Meeting Request form [52KB]
  • Posted requests must include two hard copies of plans and any supporting reports.

For more information Contact Council.