Frequently Asked Questions

"A" use means that the use is not permitted unless the Western Australian Planning Commission has exercised its discretion by granting planning approval after notifying relevant Government agencies and landowners likely to be affected by the granting of the planning approval.

Any applications for development (including construction of or additions to any building or structure, demolition of any building or structure) or change of use, requires an Application for Planning Approval (also known as Development Approval) and may also require a Building Permit. Applications for planning approval are to use the dedicated form and sent to either the City of Cockburn or the City of Kwinana, depending on the location of the property.