Planning and Development

Planning & Development

Planning and Development deal with Subdivision, Rezoning and Development Control matters to ensure the development in the Town is carried out in an orderly manner and conforms with the Principles and Objectives of the Approved Ba Town Planning Scheme and General Provisions.

The Planning and Development Department is responsible for controlling the standards of building to ensure they are safe, stable, contribute to its residents’ health and designed, constructed in ways that promote sustainable development. An important role in deciding whether to grant a permit to people waiting to construct the building.

All building works require prior approval by the council through the application of a building permit. A building permit is a confirmation that the building plans comply with the council general provisions, building regulations and town planning requirements.