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What is a Section 10.7 (2) Planning Certificate?


This is a legal document issued by council under the provisions of Section 10.7 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.



  • It is needed for property decisions, regulatory compliance, assessing development potentials, meeting legal requirements, and avoiding unforeseen issues.


How do I Obtain Section 10.7 (2) Planning Certificate?


Each council has similiar online application processes however they do have small variations depending on the platform they use. The below instructions provide a generic guideline of what is involved in the application process.

  1. Determine the Relevant Council

  2. 1

    Identify which local council has jurisdiction over the property for which you need the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate.


  3. Visit the Council’s Website

  4. 2

    Go to the official website of the relevant council. See below example.



    3

    Navigate to the section that deals with planning or building certificates. Look for a section specifically labelled for Section 10.7 Planning Certificates.



  5. Register or Login (if required)

  6. 4

    Review any guidance or requirements provided by the council regarding the application process. Some councils may require you to register or login before proceeding.


    5

    If registration or login is necessary, create an account or log into your existing account on the council's website.


  7. Complete the Application Form

  8. 6

    Enter the reference number.


    7

    Click “Next”.



    8

    Click “Land”.



    9

    Enter the “Plan Number”(deposited plan number).


    10

    Enter the “Plan Description”(choose if it is deposited plan or strata plan).


    11

    Enter the “Lot”number.


    12

    Enter the “Parcel Type”(choose lot).


    13

    If there is a section for lot, enter the “Section for Lot”.


    14

    Click “Search”.



    15

    Ensure that the development address is accurate and corresponds correctly. Verify the address and click “Next” to continue.



    16

    Enter your “Email Address”.This is where the documents will be sent.


    17

    Click “Next”.



    18

    Please review the summary of information. Click “Continue”if everything is accurate.



    19

    Tick the “Box”to checkout.


    20

    Click “Proceed”.



    21

    Complete the fields below. Click “Complete”.



  9. Pay Fees

  10. 22

    Complete the payment online.



  11. Confirmation and Receipt

  12. 23

    Receive a confirmation of your application submission. Keep the confirmation or receipt for tracking purpose.


  13. Wait for Processing

  14. 24

    Allow time for the council to process your application. Once processed, you'll receive the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate electronically.