Shed Applications

We will apply for approval for you

Are you looking to install a new backyard shed?

We can help with the paperwork and submission for gaining approval.

At Dynamic Approvals, we assist with the preparation and submission of documents for the approval of sheds by Council or a Private Certifier in New South Wales.

Navigating the application process can be complex, involving specific requirements from local councils or private certifiers. Our service is designed to streamline this process, ensuring that all necessary documents are in order and submitted correctly.

We provide support at every stage;

  • preparing site plans and liaising with manufacturers or builders,

  • reviewing legislative requirements specific to your site

  • preparing supporting documentation to help you meet the regulatory standards for your project.

Whether you're a homeowner or builder, our goal is to simplify the administrative tasks so you can focus on creating your dream backyard.

We save You Time and Money

We can save you time and money by undertaking this process on your behalf by preparing, collating and processing all of the necessary documentation needed for a thorough application so you spend less time in the planning stages of your development.

We deal with many of the main shed manufacturers and suppliers in NSW.

Our aim is to get you to the installation phase faster.

The documentation required for backyard shed varies considerably depending on the scale of your project and the council to which you are applying. We deal with all local councils in cities and regions throughout NSW as well as consultants across the state to process applications through the NSW Planning Portal.

In addition to the required application forms and the development specific plans, there may also be specialist studies and reports necessary to support your application. Every development is different therefore the nature of your application, and the level of reports required to support it, are dependant on the location of your property, land zoning and the type of development.

In the process of preparing your planning documentation, we will liaise with the required expert consultants on your behalf to create a thorough submission with the greatest chance of being supported and approved.

We take the stress out of the process by preparing, collating and submitting the paperwork for you and liaising with Council throughout the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The approval process generally involves two different application pathways depending on your property.

    • Development Application (DA) + Construction Certificate Application or;

    • Complying Development Application.

    Our NSW Approvals page is a great resource for understanding these two different types of development pathways.

    When engaged we will investigate which pathway your application can take.

  • The timeframe can vary significantly depending on the complexity of the project and the local council. It can range from a few weeks to several months.

    The key to gaining approval quickly is to having a comprehensive and robust application with the right documents to support the proposal.

    Dynamic Approvals offers a complete package for gaining approval - from sourcing or preparing all of the required documents including site plans, consultant reports, manufacturer engineering, application documents right through to making the submission and liaising with Council on your behalf.

    From our years of experience we save you time and money by handling the approvals process in its entirety.

  • Generally you will need four documents to start the process:

    1. Survey

    2. Soil Report

    3. Shed Specs and Engineering (if available)

    4. Bushfire Report (if your property is bushfire prone land)

    If you don’t have these we can source these on your behalf from our network of consultants.

  • In addition to our service fees, costs may include:

    • Council application fees: Vary depending on the council and the value of the development.

    • Private Certifier fees; for Complying Development Applications or Construction Certificate applications.

    • Consultant fees: For any required professional services such as a surveyor, bushfire consultant and geotechnical/soil reports.