All development and building based applications are to be lodged electronically.
The following application can be lodge through Council’s Electronic Lodgement Portal (ELP):
- Section 68 Application
- Section 68 Install/Construct/Alter/Upgrade a Sewage Management Facility Application (Onsite)
- Section 138 Application
Electronic Lodgement Portal
The use of the portal is mandatory for the following applications and certificates:
- Development Applications
- Modification of Consent Applications
- Complying Development Certificates
- Construction Certificates
- Principal Certifier Agreement
- Occupation Certificates
- Subdivision Certificate Applications
- Subdivision Works Certificates
- Building Information Certificates
You can register for an account online.
Documentation is to be provided in PDF format without any security applied.
Plans must be submitted to scale and rotated to landscape.
Council will review applications for completeness upon lodgement on the NSW Planning Portal and further information may be requested if required and/or Quote/Invoice will be uploaded for payment. The portal will provide a reference number. The application is not formally lodged for assessment until the payment has been processed.
For more information, please contact Lismore City Council on (02) 6625 0500 or visit www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au.
Once you have received you quote you can pay online through Secure Fee Payment System.
Please note, Lismore City Council is currently experiencing an increased number of applications and may experience delays of up to 12 to 16 weeks before determination. Council will make every effort to complete proposals within this time frame and appreciates your understanding and patience.