A planning permit is a legal document issued by your local council that gives you permission to use or develop land in a certain way under the planning scheme. It’s about what you can do on the land (e.g., build a house, extend a building, subdivide, run a business). 



1. Research your local council's planning scheme to see if your proposed use or development requires a planning permit. You can request a written confirmation from your local council to confirm this. 
2. Gather documents such as site plans, proposed designs, and supporting reports (e.g., traffic, heritage, environmental if required). 
3. Submit your application to the council’s planning department, either online or in person. 
4. Public notice (if required). Some applications must be advertised to neighbours or the community for feedback or objections. 
5. Council planners assess your proposal against the planning scheme and any objections. 
6. Council issues a planning permit (with conditions), or may refuse the application.