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Planning Certificate

Discover planning controls and hazards that may affect your land.

Last updated on: 31 January 2026

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Section 10.7 Planning Certificate
Application information
Application fees
Related articles
Submit application
Next steps
Time frames
Helpful links

Section 10.7 Planning Certificate

Whether you're buying or developing a property, it's essential to understand any planning controls or potential hazards that may impact the land. A Section 10.7 Planning Certificate provides detailed information about the zoning, planning restrictions, and other limitations that apply to a specific parcel of land.

This information is crucial in determining how the land can be used or developed.

Accessing zoning and planning information

You can find basic planning information in a Section 10.7 Certificate.
You may also use the NSW Planning Portal Spatial Viewer to view zoning maps.
Maps under the Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012 including zoning, floor space ratios, building heights, heritage, and acid sulfate soils are available for download in PDF format from the NSW Planning Portal.
The LEP 2012 includes both the planning instrument and associated maps. Once you identify the zoning for a property, refer to the Land Use Table in the instrument for more details about what is permitted in that zone.

Application information

Types of Planning Certificates

Basic s10.7 Planning Certificate - Part 2

The Basic s10.7 Planning Certificate - Part 2 provides information under section 10.7(2) of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 and is outlined in Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2021 Schedule 2.

The certificate includes zoning, development standards and matters affecting the land of which Council is aware, including (but not limited to):

Name of the relevant planning instrument and DCPs
Zoning and land use planning controls
Exempt and complying uses
Whether development control plans, site-associated planning policies, and planning proposals apply
Whether land is affected by the following:
A heritage item
Located in a conservation area
Subject to a tree preservation order
Identified as bush fire prone land
Affected by coastal protection
In a mine subsidence district
Subject to flood-related development controls
Susceptible to acid sulfate soils
Identified in the Loose Fill Asbestos Register

It also outlines matters prescribed by Section 59 of the Contaminated Land Management Act 1997 if the land (or part) is affected by contamination and this is reported to Council.

Note: The Basic Certificate does not contain the additional advice provided under section 10.7(5).

Comprehensive s10.7 Planning Certificate - Part 2 & 5

This includes everything in the Basic Certificate plus additional advice on matters affecting the land that are not listed in the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2021 Schedule 2.

It is recommended you apply for the Comprehensive Certificate as it may contain information not included in the basic certificate, such as:

Natural hazard listings
Australian Heritage Database listings
Declared Aboriginal Place
Strategic reports
Environmental studies
Soil contamination
Acid sulfate soil mapping
Land use agreements or planning studies
Key constraints (e.g. flood, stormwater)

Urgent applications

One application per lot

If your property spans multiple lots under one street address:

all lots will be automatically included in your application
fees will be charged for each lot included.

Finding a property by Lot and Deposited Plan or Strata Plan:

When you start your application, you will be asked to identify a parcel of land either by property address or land.
Select land to enter a lot and DP or lot and SP
Use the format lot/DP, for example 1/123456

For strata title land, if the certificate is for the entire site, only one application is needed.

Certificate validity

Application fees

Application fees vary based on several factors. To get a quote, simply click the 'Apply Now' button below. You'll be guided through a few quick questions, and we'll provide a tailored fee estimate before you proceed.

Outstanding Orders and Notices - lists any current or unresolved notices and orders issued by City of Newcastle
Rating Certificate (Section 603) - identifies outstanding rates or debts against a property.

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Create or sign into your account

As part of the application process, you'll be prompted to register or sign in to your account.
Your account makes it easy to submit applications and requests, track their progress, view outcomes, and make payments all in one place.
You can find more information and step-by-step guidance on creating a registered user account, as well as access to support services, on our Registration Enquiry article.

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Next steps

Shortly after submitting your application, you will receive an email confirming we've received it, along with a receipt for your application fees. Your application will be reviewed and processed. If we require any additional information or clarification, we will contact you.
Upon completion of processing, you will be emailed your Planning Certificate.

Time frames

Planning certificates are typically emailed within 5 business days.
Urgent planning certificates are emailed within 1 business day.

Helpful links

NSW Planning Portal Spatial Viewer

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Planning Certificate

Planning Certificate

Section 10.7 Planning Certificate

Accessing zoning and planning information

Application information

Types of Planning Certificates

Urgent applications

One application per lot

Certificate validity

Application fees

Related articles

Submit application

Create or sign into your account

Next steps

Time frames

Helpful links