Withdraw an application

Withdrawing an application means that Council will not make a determination on the proposal, and the development is no longer going to proceed.

Online

Step 1.Gather your information

In order to withdraw an application, you must ensure the following:

  • The request to withdraw an application can only be made if the application has not been determined by Council
  • Only applicants are permitted to request the withdrawal
  • If you are not the payee, written authorisation from the payee will need to be provided
  • Bank details are required so officers can provide a refund where applicable

For further information on withdrawing an application, contact our Customer Service Centre on 02 4921 0333, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, and ask to speak with a Duty Officer.

Step 2.Refund

For a withdrawn application, a part refund may apply in accordance with Council's fees and charges. 

Step 3.Apply

Once you have gathered your documents, you can apply online to withdraw an application.  You'll need to upload electronic versions of the required documentation in order to complete your application.

In person

Step 1.Gather your information

In order to withdraw an application, you must ensure the following:

  • The request to withdraw an application can only be made if the application has not been determined by Council
  • Only applicants are permitted to request the withdrawal
  • If you are not the payee, written authorisation from the payee will need to be provided

  • Bank details are required so officers can provide a refund where applicable

For further information on withdrawing an application, contact our Customer Service Centre on 02 4921 0333, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, and ask to speak with a Duty Officer.

Step 2.Refund

For a withdrawn application, a part refund may apply in accordance with Council's fees and charges.

Step 3.Visit us

Once you have gathered your documents, you can visit our Customer Service Centre and we can help you complete your application online.

In light of restrictions caused by COVID-19 access to our Customer Service desk in Council's Administration Building is by appointment only, please give our Customer Service Centre a call on 02 4921 0333.

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