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Site Services

To draw an accurate plan set it’s best to visit the site and grab the details directly. We have local consultants across Australia that we can deploy as needed to visit your property and discuss the project directly.

What's included:

  • We can discuss your project and assist with deciding the size and placement of your structure in a Design Consultation
  • We take Spot Heights within the footprint of the building* and setbacks to boundaries and other structures on the site
  • Connection details and existing building information, if you are attaching your structure to an already built dwelling, shed or carport
  • * Note that levels are not provided in Australian Height Datum and do not substitute for a survey

Architectural Plans

Architectural Plans are required for all applications to be assessed and approved. We provide a consolidated plan set that details the information that is required for planning assessment.

What's included:

  • Site Plan detailing your proposal on the property, including setbacks to boundaries and other structures on the site as well as vegetation being removed, if needed
  • Floor Plan of the proposal including any internal walls, wet areas and openings
  • Elevations of each façade of the building detailing the height of the structure and openings (doors and windows)
  • Typical Section Detail demonstrating roof pitch and overall building height
  • Earthworks required to level the development site including method of retention

Problematic Sites

There are many additional environmental impacts that can complicate your building approval. Fernleigh has an extensive network of local environmental consultants who can help to resolve any concerns that arise from secondary impacts on the property. Where possible we assist with avoiding the need for additional reports or otherwise minimizing the overall impact of the building on your site.

What's included:

  • If your property is known to be Flood affected we can assist with arranging surveys, and a flood risk review if required by your local council.
  • If your property is Bushfire mapped then a bushfire report is usually required, we contact local bushfire consultants for you and assist with arranging the report for your local council to approve.
  • Mines Subsidence affected areas in New South Wales require additional approval through the Mines Subsidence advisory. Fernleigh lodges this additional application if required.
  • If your property is mapped within a terrestrial Biodiversity area then an arborists report, and possibly a BDAR report will be requested by council. Fernleigh can assist with minimizing the potential impact of the development on any sensitive ecological assets on the subject site.
  • When your property is identified as a Landslip risk then a geotechnical consultant can be required to verify and reinforce the footings, retaining walls and earthworks of the building.
  • For Crown Land properties, an additional application is required to be submitted through Crown Lands for approval before local council or shire approval can be granted. Fernleigh will submit this application on your behalf to assist with the process.
  • Koala habitat affected areas require additional consideration to protect koala habitat that may be present on the subject site. Fernleigh can assist with both locating the building in a space that minimizes or avoids loss of habitat, and assist with arranging reports to assess the flora and fauna impacts of the building on the site.
  • Heritage listed properties will often have additional design requirements to blend with the locality and compliment protected buildings in the locality. Fernleigh can assist with the design of the building and arrange a Heritage Impact Statement if required for approval.

Application Submission

Council and Shire guidelines are becoming more restrictive every year. We submit the application on your behalf for approval and deal directly with the assessing officer so you can focus on the important things while the approval is being arranged. We aim to cut out the red tape and provide clear guidance on what is required to get your project approved.

What's included:

New South Wales Class 10 Structures – Sheds, Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Carports, Swimming Pools, Retaining Walls

  • Development Applications issued through your local council
  • Complying Development Certificates issued by a private certifier
  • Construction Certificates issued by a private certifier or through your local council
  • Occupation Certificates
  • Building Information Certificates (Retrospective Approval) issued through your local council
  • Driveway Opening Permits (Section 138) issued through your local council
  • Toilets and Wet Area approval (Section 68) issued through your local council
  • Stormwater Disposal approval (Section 68) issued through your local council

New South Wales Class 1 Structures – Kit Homes, Granny Flats, Second Dwellings

  • Development Applications issued through your local council
  • Complying Development Certificates issued by a private certifier
  • Construction Certificates issued by a private certifier or through your local council
  • Occupation Certificates
  • Building Information Certificates (Retrospective Approval) issued through your local council
  • Driveway Opening Permits (Section 138) issued through your local council
  • Stormwater and Wastewater Disposal (Section 68) issued through your local council

Queensland Class 10 Structures – Sheds, Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Carports, Swimming Pools, Retaining Walls

  • Building Permit issued by a private certifier
  • Concurrence Application issued through your local council

Western Australia Class 10 Structures – Sheds, Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Carports, Swimming Pools, Retaining Walls

  • Development Application issued through your local Shire
  • Planning Exemption Application issued through your local Shire
  • Building Permit issued by a private certifier

Western Australia Class 1 Structures - Kit Homes, Granny Flats, Second Dwellings

  • Development Application issued through your local Shire
  • Planning Exemption Application issued through your local Shire
  • Building Permit issued by a private certifier

South Australia Class 10 Structures – Sheds, Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Carports, Swimming Pools, Retaining Walls

  • Building Approvals

Australian Capital Territory Class 10 Structures – Sheds, Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Carports, Swimming Pools, Retaining Walls

  • Development Approval issued through ACT Planning
  • Building Permits issued by a private certifier