What is the difference between DA and CDC?

Welcome to our "Building Design Services" Blog where our aim is to help you gain a better understanding of the planning approval process.

We are based on the Central Coast, NSW, and help locals with the daunting task of preparing building plans & documentation to submit to the relevant Certifying Authority.

Building Plans can be prepared or processed in one of the following 3 methods:

Exempt Development

For some small scale or minor building works there may be no need to obtain any formal development approval: examples include: fences, air-conditioning units, minor building alterations, water tanks, aviaries, ramps, awnings, blinds, canopies, balconies, decks, patios, BBQ & outdoor cooking structures, cubby houses, garden sheds, gazebos, carports, driveways, earthworks, retaining walls, emergency repairs, footpaths, hot water systems, landscaping structures, playground equipment, stairway, tennis courts, ponds & water features, ++++. * However, most builders would request a set of plans in order to quote, or to ensure they meet your expectations in terms of the final outcome.

Complying Development(CDC)

This is a fast track approval process where the plans can be assessed and determined by Council or a Registered Certifier without the need for a full DA. examples include: New houses up to 2 storey, renovations of an existing house, a new swimming pool, dual occupancies, terraces, manor houses.* There is a fair amount of criteria to be met for a CDC, and it should be noted that CDC's don't offer any flexibility if the criteria can not be met.

Development Application(DA)

If a CDC is not possible, the plans will need to be prepared and submitted as a DA via your local Council - Central Coast Council. DA's attract other mandatory documentation such as a Waste Management Plans, Statement of Environmental Effects, and could potentially also attract numerous other reports and plans.

Disclaimer

* This is general information and each building site is unique and planning controls change from time to time. It is also important to note that there is criteria associated with all the above-mentioned methods, so be sure to check the latest information and stay tuned for updates.

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