Statutory certificate lodgement guide
Understand every stage of the statutory approval pathway in New South Wales. From initial plan review through the NSW Planning Portal to final Occupation Certificate sign-off, here is what to expect.
Gather and review your architectural drawings, structural engineering plans, section 10.7 certificates, and BASIX documentation. We verify that all technical reports satisfy the Building Code of Australia and NSW statutory guidelines before submission.
Your application is formally lodged through the NSW Planning Portal. We facilitate the digital lodgement, ensure all mandatory fields and fee disclosures are complete, and track council assignment milestones.
Where legally required by environmental planning policies, mandatory 14-day neighbour notifications and council advisory notices are issued. We handle feedback reviews and regulatory acknowledgements promptly.
Prior to construction commencing, you appoint your Principal Certifier and receive a schedule of required critical-stage inspections. We inspect footings, slab, framing, waterproofing, and stormwater on site at each milestone.
Upon successful final inspection and receipt of all required compliance certificates (glazing, smoke alarms, insulation, engineering sign-offs), we issue your formal Complying Development Certificate (CDC), Construction Certificate (CC), or Occupation Certificate (OC).
Key requirements to keep in mind
All approvals in NSW must comply with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Building Code of Australia.
Which certificates can CertifiBuild issue?
As registered certifiers in NSW, CertifiBuild provides Complying Development Certificates (CDC), Construction Certificates (CC), Principal Certifier appointments, and final Occupation Certificates (OC) for residential Class 1 and Class 10 structures.
Do I need to submit to the NSW Planning Portal myself?
You or your drafting professional can submit directly, or our team can guide you through assigning CertifiBuild as your nominated certifier within the portal.
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