During a completeness check, the Authority will usually check if you’ve:

  • submitted the application correctly, and
  • provided enough information for the full assessment.

They'll also complete some administrative tasks to help start the assessment process.

A completeness check will usually include:

  • check if you've completed any relevant pre-DA processes, e.g. an environmental impact assessment or consulting the National Capital Design Review Panel (NCDRP)
  • Check that you've correctly submitted your DA, including the minimum documentation required
  • check you've completed all relevant forms, including a Greenhouse Gas Emissions Statement [239.5 KB] if required
  • check if you've submitted an authorisation from [255.5 KB] the correct lessees (owners) and/or land custodians
  • identify the required entity referrals.
  • outline requirements for public notification including wording for notification material, and
  • determine what fees you need to pay.

Land ownership in the ACT is leasehold. There is either:

  • privately leased land (i.e. leased to an individual, group or company) or
  • unleased Territory land (i.e. public land managed by the ACT).

For information on land custodianship details, check ACTmapi.