Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan the process for lodging approval applications.
- Approvals required for each project stage are identified.
- Level and type of information and documentation needed for the application are determined and confirmed, where appropriate, in consultation with external specialists.
- Plan is developed and submitted for approval, recognising scheduling requirements and client needs.
- External specialists are consulted, as required, to facilitate certification of documents.
- Prepare and lodge applications for approval.
- Necessary documentation and supporting information are prepared and checked for compliance with the requirements of the building approval authority.
- Impact of planning application on range of stakeholders is analysed and strategies are adopted to maximise the likelihood of their support for the application.
- Necessary documentation and supporting information are lodged with approval authority.
- Confirmation of application status is sought at appropriate intervals to ensure continuing progress.
- Evaluate and review outcome of application.
- Outcome of building approval application is assessed to determine impact on project.
- Where required, minor amendments are negotiated in accordance with client, organisation and approval authority requirements.
- Rejected submissions are analysed to determine likely success of an appeal or a resubmission, and course of action is determined with the client.