A DA may give you more design flexibility

Due to the fact a DA is merit based this allows you to have more flexibility when it comes to design outcomes as well as potentially pushing boundaries with Council to a degree. This will give you a whole suite of options when it comes to designs and floor space requirements compared to a CDC. This is mainly due to the fact that you can argue why Council should give you approval and how your proposal may not impact any neighbours.

Here a 3 things you need to know:

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You may be able to gain approval for certain items that are non compliant. This is mainly due to the fact that you can argue why Council should give you approval and how your proposal may not impact any neighbours.

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A DA is not as restrictive as a CDC and you may be able to gain more building area compared to the CDC guidelines. This allows you to potentially use any precedence in your street or area as part of your argument to Council for your approval.

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It is common to gain objections from neighbours about your proposed development and the DA process allows you to address and resolve these issues and still gain approval if it can be argued in your favour.

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