Council Approvals (DA & CC) Central Coast
Local Knowledge. Plans That Pass. Builds That Last.
Need help getting your plans approved by council? We prepare the drawings, lodge your application, and guide you from first sketch to certificate.
You are in the right place.
At True Blue Drafting we support homeowners, builders, investors, and tradies across the Central Coast through the full council approval process. From Bateau Bay to Gosford, Terrigal to Umina Beach, we know what Central Coast Council and private certifiers expect and how to deliver plans that pass first time.
No guesswork. No confusion. No paperwork stress. Just clear guidance and real results.
What We Do for DA & CC Applications
Full Plan Preparation
We create a complete set of detailed drawings including site plans, floor plans, elevations, sections, roof geometry, BASIX or environmental reports, site analyses and engineering notes. Each set is tailored to your project whether it is a new build, extension, granny flat or outdoor structure.
Checklist for Council Compliance
We include shadow diagrams, drainage and stormwater notes, driveway detailing, façade annotations, bushfire and flood overlay checks, energy efficiency requirements, waste management and landscape interfaces. We ensure all technical reports are included with the plans and referenced correctly.
Submission Handling
We lodge your Development Application or Construction Certificate with Central Coast Council or nominated private certifier. We track the submission through the portal or CRN, manage any council correspondence and coordinate all documentation until approval comes through.
Change Management
If council or certifier requests plan changes, we update the drawings, re-lodge modifications, and manage the refiling process. We ensure your project stays on track and responds quickly to any information requests.
Final Approval & Plan Signing
When your DA or CC is approved, we provide final certified plan sets ready for your builder or certifier, coordinate with engineers, and ensure all compliance items are addressed. Your project is then ready to build without delay.
Why Choose True Blue Drafting for Council Approvals?
Time and Money Saved
We prevent plan rejections, costly redesigns, or compliance fines by knowing the hidden rules and ticking every box first time.
Local Council Experience
We know the planning controls, acceptable materials, bushfire zones, flood overlays, gradient requirements and style guides for each suburb from Woy Woy to Wyoming.
All-Inclusive Process
You get site inspection, plan drafting, report coordination, lodgement, follow-up and approval all in one place, with one fixed quote.
Clear and Honest
We break down complex requirements into plain English. We keep you informed every step so there are no surprises or hidden fees.
Contact Our Friendly & Experienced Team
Book In Today for Expert Drafting You Can Count On
✓ Smart, practical designs that get approved ✓ Experienced & insured ✓ Servicing only Central Coast, NSW
Why Choose True Blue Drafting for Your Carport Plans?
A proper carport plan does more than just show where it goes. It helps you get approval, keeps the build on track, and saves you money in the long run. With us, you get:
New Homes & Dual Occupancies
From single storey homes to multiple dwellings, including site analysis, OST controls, solar access, shadow impact, vehicle access and sustainability reports.
Home Extensions & Additions
Anything from extra bedrooms and living rooms to second storey additions, garage extensions or outdoor deck upgrades.
Granny Flats & Secondary Dwellings
Including eligibility checks for CDC or full DA preparation, driveway access and site coverage.
Carports, Garages & Sheds
Ensuring zoning, setback compliance, stormwater disposal, roof design and energy efficiency drafting.
Pools, Retaining Walls & Driveways
Including drainage detail, gradient design, landscape integration, shadow diagrams and façade compliance.
Outdoor Buildings & Decks
Ensuring privacy, wind path checks, overshadowing and drainage for verandahs, pergolas and studios.
Our Carport Drafting Services – Central Coast Wide
We offer more than just basic sketches. Our full drafting service includes:
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Carport plans for single, double, and custom designs
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Designs that match your existing roof and home style
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Development Application (DA) and Construction Certificate (CC) documentation
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Site checks for setbacks, access, and council rules
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Plans ready for your builder to quote and construct
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Local knowledge across all Central Coast suburbs
What Makes True Blue Drafting Central Coast Different?
- Fast turnaround on quotes and plans
- Qualified, local drafting team
- Straight answers and honest advice
- Local support from concept to council approval
- Results You Can Rely On
Contact Our Friendly & Experienced Team
Book In Today for Expert Drafting You Can Count On
✓ Smart, practical designs that get approved ✓ Experienced & insured ✓ Servicing only Central Coast, NSW
How the Council Approval Process Works
Step 1: Initial Chat
Tell us about your site address, project type and your ideas. We discuss zoning, expected council controls and scope of drawings needed.
Step 2: Fixed Quote
On a review of your project we provide a straightforward fixed price that covers site inspections, plan drafting, report coordination and lodgement.
Step 3: Site Assessment & Drafting
We do a site check to verify conditions like slope, bushfire overlay, soil type and solar access, then draft your plan set.
Step 4: Reports & Coordination
We prepare or coordinate required BASIX, energy reports, engineering, soil, stormwater reports, landscape or arborist notes.
Step 5: Lodgement
We lodge your application with council or certifier, assigning a reference and tracking its progress.
Step 6: Council Dialogue
We respond to information requests, make plan changes and keep your project moving forward.
Step 7: Approval Issued
Once your DA or CC is granted, we provide final plan sets stamped ready for builder or certification.
Step 8: Build Commences
Your project is signed off. No delays, no doubts. Your build can begin with confidence.
Council Approvals FAQs – Central Coast
What is the difference between DA and CC for Central Coast council?
A Development Application (DA) confirms that your project fits planning zones, land use, setbacks, height limits, vegetation and neighbour impact. A Construction Certificate (CC) confirms building compliance, structural safety and code standards. Both are usually required unless using Complying Development.
Do I need a DA or a CDC for my home extension?
Small extensions that meet precise control limits, rear setbacks, height and glazing rules may qualify for a Complying Development Certificate (CDC). Anything that sits outside those controls requires a full DA. We assess your project and guide you to the right path.
Is it worth paying a draftsman to manage council approval?
Yes. DIY submissions often get refused over minor issues like shadow diagrams or bushfire checks. We reduce delays and extra redesign costs by planning ahead. You save time, money and stress.
How long does the council approval process take?
DA approvals generally take 6 to 10 weeks with the Central Coast Council. Private CC or CDC can be issued within 2 to 4 weeks if plans are solid. We provide projected timelines and chase responses to keep your project moving.
What if council requests plan changes?
We handle any information requests, update plans or reports, and resubmit without you needing to manage the back and forth. Our aim is to get your project approved quickly and smoothly.
Do you include BASIX or other reports in the DA?
Yes. We include BASIX reports, energy statements, shadow diagrams, drainage notes, façade sections, arborist or landscape inputs, engineering and any other required documents. It’s all included in your lump sum quote.
Can True Blue Drafting lodge both DA and CC?
Absolutely. Many clients receive DA approval and immediately continue with a CC through us. We handle both approvals in sequence so your builder gets fully signed off plans ready to work from.
Which areas of the Central Coast do you serve?
We work from Gosford to The Entrance, Umina Beach to Bateau Bay, Terrigal to Morisset, East Gosford to Cooranbong, Long Jetty to Woy Woy and every suburb in between. Wherever you are on the Coast we can handle your council submission.