Building and Planning

Development applications

How to get development approval and lodge an application.

The Asset Protection Program monitors and inspects sites to ensure compliance and require any damage to be rectified to Council standards.

Information about when the public needs to be notified about developments.

Find out the requirements for buying a property in West Torrens.

What you need to know about operating a business from home.

Permits you might need to obtain before starting building or renovating.

Important information for applicants/ owners/ builders regarding notifications of building work once development approval is granted.

If you’re building a home, it is important you ensure you are covered by building indemnity insurance.

Information about swimming pool safety requirements.

About our Development Plan and how changes are made to it.

Find out if you need approval to erect a fence or build a wall.

We've created a design manual for our public spaces.

Information about the role of the Building Fire Safety Committee and its members at the City of West Torrens.

Information relating to building applications on airport (Commonwealth) land.

How to implement the Planning and Design Code to maximise the benefits of trees and soft landscaping for infill development.

Information about Significant and Regulated trees and what you can and can't do.