Making a submission on a DA
How to make a submission in support or objection of a DA
To make a submission in support or objection of a development application (DA), you can email or mail your submission to council before the closing date. Be sure to include the DA number and address in your submission.
If your submission is an objection, clearly state the reasons for your objection. Council officers will assess the DA against planning criteria and state legislation, and will acknowledge receipt of your submission. Submissions are not confidential and may be published on the council's website.
You can track the progress of a DA on the council's website and contact customer service on (02) 6625 0500 with any queries.
Public disclosure
Should you make a submission, you must also make a public disclosure of any donation to a Councillor and/or gift to a Councillor or Council employee in the previous two years. Failure to disclose relevant information is an offence under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. It is also an offence to make a false statement. Political donations disclosure reporting forms are available from the Department of Planning.