Planning & building
Use the links below to find information on planning, building, construction, development and buying and selling property on the Gold Coast.
Building and plumbing
Find information about approvals for building works, retaining walls, swimming pool fencing, plumbing and drainage. Submit applications and book inspections online.
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Development applications
Learn about the development application stages and how to lodge an application with the City. Search for applications on PD Online and have your say on a development.
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Guidelines and tools
View our City Plan and interactive mapping, search property and development application information using PD online, plus other development guidelines and tools.
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Buying, selling & searches
Find information about the types of property searches available and other information to assist with buying and selling a property.
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Urban design
Discover how we are directing the city's development and providing quality community infrastructure to enhance our environment and lifestyle.
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City Place making
Learn more about City Place making and the associated precinct master planning, centre improvement and tactical urbanism projects.
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