Find out if you need a Development Application (DA). Learn about the DA process and apply for a DA. Find out which forms you need to complete for your DA. Lodge a DA online.

Find out what approval you need for your project.

There are controls and restrictions on what can be built in Bayside. These are outlined in our Development Control Plan and Local Environment Plan.

We recommend seeking advice when you are planning your project as it could improve the determination timeframe and probability of approval. You may seek general or formal advice from us, or from an

The steps involved in preparing your development application.

Sydney Airport has informed us of two upcoming projects: the reopening of the East-west runway in mid-April; and a runway safety project in mid-June.

Ron Rathbone OAM was Mayor of Rockdale, holding that position for a record four terms. The Ron Rathbone Local History Prize is awarded in his honour.

Bayside Council's online services will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance from 8am Saturday 29 June until 8am on Monday 1 July.  No online payments or online reports can be m

Bayside Council has approved 25 recipients for the latest round of Bayside Council Community Grants worth a total of $62,941. Bayside Council’s Community Grants Program is designed to support

Bayside Council approved the Operational Plan & Budget 2024/25 at the Council Meeting on Wednesday 26 June 2024. This balanced budget demonstrates Council’s ongoing commitment to fina

Bayside Council will write to the Minister for Transport, the CEO of the Port Authority NSW, and the NSW Police Local Area Commander to highlight the public safety risks regarding the increased anti-s

Bayside Council is looking to review its Library Volunteer Program to enhance the services offered by the library and providing valuable volunteer and social opportunities for residents. Bayside Li