Development Applications A Development Application (DA) must be lodged with Council before building and development works may begin. Find out about Development Applications here.
Building certification Information and resources relating to all aspects of the building certification process.
Subdivision Subdivision means turning one block of land into several. It can only be done after approval is sought from Hornsby Shire Council.
Secondary dwelling Secondary dwellings, commonly known as granny flats, can be a positive way to add value and flexibility to your home.
Vehicular crossings Hornsby Shire Council's vehicular crossings specification ensures the design and construction of all vehicular crossings (including driveways) is safe.
Installation of domestic solid fuel heating appliances Oil or solid fuel heaters require prior approval for installation under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993.
Short-term rental accommodation Short-term Rental Accommodation (STRA) refers to a dwelling used by the ‘host’ to provide accommodation in the dwelling on a commercial basis for a temporary or short-term period.
Onsite Sewage Management Systems Some parts of Hornsby Shire do not have sewerage services and it is the responsibility of property owners to choose a method to treat wastewater.