Assessor Resource

CPCCBS6006
Process planning applications for residential buildings up to three storeys

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to process planning applications for residential buildings in classes 1 and 10 as defined in the Building Code of Australia (BCA) and up to three storeys and not more than 2000 square metres in floor area.

The unit covers gathering and assessing documentation that supports the planning application process required to obtain planning permission.

The unit supports the work of private and municipal building surveyors carrying out the statutory role of ensuring that proposed residential building projects meet relevant compliance requirements prior to issuing planning permits.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit in some States. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan and prepare to assess planning application.

1.1.

Nature and scope of planning application are reviewed and relevant legislation, codes and local planning policies are accessed.

1.2.

Specific timelines and administrative requirements of the relevant local authority are identified and clarified.

1.3.

Proposed development site is inspected to determine suitability for proposed works.

1.4.

Need for advice from external consultants with specialist expertise is identified and relevant consultants are engaged to provide advice throughout the planning application process.

2.

Assess planning application documentation.

2.1.

Documentation received in support of planning application is reviewed for accuracy, currency and completeness according to local authority requirements, and further information is requested from client where necessary.

2.2.

Property ownership is confirmed with reference to titles and other relevant documentation.

2.3.

Documentation submitted is assessed for compliance with current and relevant local planning scheme, codes and legislation, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client.

2.4.

Site of proposed planning application is reviewed for possible environmental protection laws and exclusions, and compliance requirements are noted and documented for discussion with client.

2.5.

Design plans are assessed for compliance with relevant legislation, codes and regulations, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client, architect or building designer.

2.6.

Required amendments to plans to ensure compliance and proposed alternative solutions are documented and communicated to client.

3.

Assess revised design plans.

3.1.

Revised plans and documentation re-submitted for planning approval are assessed for compliance.

3.2.

Design features requiring clarification are discussed with client, architect or building designer as necessary to ensure plans meet compliance requirements.

3.3.

Client is updated on progress of the planning application process as necessary.

4.

Finalise planning permits.

4.1.

Public notices are arranged according to planning requirements, and objections are documented and handled according to regulations and workplace procedures.

4.2.

Final planning permit is processed, including relevant conditions that ensure protection of the environment, adjacent structures and where appropriate, heritage listed structures.

4.3.

Copy of planning permit is submitted to local authority and client.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan and prepare to assess planning application.

1.1.

Nature and scope of planning application are reviewed and relevant legislation, codes and local planning policies are accessed.

1.2.

Specific timelines and administrative requirements of the relevant local authority are identified and clarified.

1.3.

Proposed development site is inspected to determine suitability for proposed works.

1.4.

Need for advice from external consultants with specialist expertise is identified and relevant consultants are engaged to provide advice throughout the planning application process.

2.

Assess planning application documentation.

2.1.

Documentation received in support of planning application is reviewed for accuracy, currency and completeness according to local authority requirements, and further information is requested from client where necessary.

2.2.

Property ownership is confirmed with reference to titles and other relevant documentation.

2.3.

Documentation submitted is assessed for compliance with current and relevant local planning scheme, codes and legislation, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client.

2.4.

Site of proposed planning application is reviewed for possible environmental protection laws and exclusions, and compliance requirements are noted and documented for discussion with client.

2.5.

Design plans are assessed for compliance with relevant legislation, codes and regulations, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client, architect or building designer.

2.6.

Required amendments to plans to ensure compliance and proposed alternative solutions are documented and communicated to client.

3.

Assess revised design plans.

3.1.

Revised plans and documentation re-submitted for planning approval are assessed for compliance.

3.2.

Design features requiring clarification are discussed with client, architect or building designer as necessary to ensure plans meet compliance requirements.

3.3.

Client is updated on progress of the planning application process as necessary.

4.

Finalise planning permits.

4.1.

Public notices are arranged according to planning requirements, and objections are documented and handled according to regulations and workplace procedures.

4.2.

Final planning permit is processed, including relevant conditions that ensure protection of the environment, adjacent structures and where appropriate, heritage listed structures.

4.3.

Copy of planning permit is submitted to local authority and client.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Consultants must include at least one of the following:

access consultants

energy efficiency assessors

fire services engineers

geotechnical engineers

heritage consultants

hydraulic engineers

mechanical engineers

structural engineers

waterproofing specialists.

Documentation must include:

concept drawings to scale, with relevant calculations, levels, notes and specifications

planning approval application form

proof of building site ownership.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Nature and scope of planning application are reviewed and relevant legislation, codes and local planning policies are accessed. 
Specific timelines and administrative requirements of the relevant local authority are identified and clarified. 
Proposed development site is inspected to determine suitability for proposed works. 
Need for advice from external consultants with specialist expertise is identified and relevant consultants are engaged to provide advice throughout the planning application process. 
Documentation received in support of planning application is reviewed for accuracy, currency and completeness according to local authority requirements, and further information is requested from client where necessary. 
Property ownership is confirmed with reference to titles and other relevant documentation. 
Documentation submitted is assessed for compliance with current and relevant local planning scheme, codes and legislation, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client. 
Site of proposed planning application is reviewed for possible environmental protection laws and exclusions, and compliance requirements are noted and documented for discussion with client. 
Design plans are assessed for compliance with relevant legislation, codes and regulations, and areas of non-compliance are documented for discussion with client, architect or building designer. 
Required amendments to plans to ensure compliance and proposed alternative solutions are documented and communicated to client. 
Revised plans and documentation re-submitted for planning approval are assessed for compliance. 
Design features requiring clarification are discussed with client, architect or building designer as necessary to ensure plans meet compliance requirements. 
Client is updated on progress of the planning application process as necessary. 
Public notices are arranged according to planning requirements, and objections are documented and handled according to regulations and workplace procedures. 
Final planning permit is processed, including relevant conditions that ensure protection of the environment, adjacent structures and where appropriate, heritage listed structures. 
Copy of planning permit is submitted to local authority and client. 

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