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Simplified development application requirements
The Planning Regulations 2000 have been amended.
The amendments introduce new classes of development applications under section 46(3A) of the Planning Act 1999. These application types may be lodged with only some of the reports and information normally required under section 46(3).
The new classes apply to:
- permitted development that requires consent only because it does not comply with a development requirement
- subdivision creating no more than two lots
- consolidation of land
- subdivision for the purpose of a boundary realignment
- subdivision under the Unit Titles Act 1975 or Unit Titles Schemes Act 2009 (excluding vacant land)
These changes streamline the application process for lower-risk development proposals by reducing the information and supporting reports required, while maintaining assessment requirements for more complex developments.
For further information, please contact Lands Planning on 8999 8963.
Date Added: 2026-07-03
Changes to dwelling-independent requirements
The Minister for Lands, Planning and Environment has approved changes to dwelling-independent requirements under the NT Planning Scheme 2020.
From 24 June 2026, the maximum floor area for a dwelling-independent in Zones H (Horticulture), A (Agriculture), RL (Rural Living) and R (Rural) will increase from 80 square metres to 100 square metres.
Servicing requirements have also been simplified by removing the need to connect to the same onsite wastewater management system as the single dwelling on the same property.
The Code of Practice for Wastewater Management will continue to apply.
These changes better support contemporary living needs of Territorians, especially rural and multi-generational households, and remove unnecessary duplication of regulation.
You can read more about the amendment here: Amendments to the NT Planning Scheme 2020 | NT.GOV.AU
For more information about the changes please contact Lands Planning on 8999 8963.
Date Added: 2026-06-24