Planning and Development Guidance Information

Do I need a Development Permit?

Find out when a development needs a Development Permit.

Establishing a Home Based Business

If a home-based business meets a number of identified criteria, it does not require approval from Council.

Establishing a Secondary Dwelling

This information aims to assist people that are proposing to establish a new Secondary Dwelling or looking to purchase or live in a property with a Secondary dwelling.

About Infrastructure Charges

Explore details about fees applied to developments within the region, aimed at supporting necessary infrastructure.

Solar Farms

Find out about suitable locations and how to prepare a well-made development application for a solar farm.

Material Change of Use

Learn about the necessary steps and considerations when seeking a change in the use of your property.

Operational Works

Explore information beyond building, plumbing, or drainage work that can impact premises or its usage.

Parking

Explains the intent of the Parking Rates planning scheme policy within the Townsville City Plan.

Planning and Development Certificates

Planning and development certificates provide comprehensive information about a premises. There are three levels of certificate you can request.

Pre-lodgement Meetings

Find out the advantages to booking a pre-lodgement meeting, and the different types of meeting available to discuss a proposed development.

Reconfiguring a Lot

Obtain insights into the requirements for gaining approval to subdivide or realign property boundaries.

Siting Relaxation

Familiarise yourself with Queensland Building Code requirements for constructing structures on residential properties.

The Development Assessment Process

Once a development application has been lodged to Council, a legislatively required assessment process must be undertaken before a decision can be made.