You’re listening to ‘Buildipedia’, the go-to podcast that helps Australians build the home of their dreams. By covering the entire journey, from buying your home through to design, building, selling and everything in between, we will help you fill in the blanks and bring your property visions to life! In this episode, we will be talking about the Development Application process, commonly known as DA. The Development Application process is a crucial step in the development of any property and it can be a daunting task for many people. We will be discussing everything you need to know about the DA process, from its definition, to who needs to submit one, and the steps involved in the submission process. KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYS 1. Navigating the development consent and planning system in NSW can be complex and challenging. You will need a good team of architects and planning professionals to help you and give you good advice. 2. Try to aim for exempt or complying development to save time and money. 3. You can’t get away with things your dad used to do. You will need to make sure your development application is approved before you start building. CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! WEBSITE: https://www.ballastpoint.com.au/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ballast-point-pl/mycompany/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ballastpointprojects INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ballastpointprojects/ CREDITS INTRO: Rita Mastrantone INTRO & OUTRO MUSIC: Coby Wilk If you LOVED the episode, please make sure you share this on your Instagram stories and tag us @ballaspointprojects. Thanks for listening & talk soon! Mat & Jeannie