Project Approvals Overview
The Western Australian Department of State Development (DSD) is recommended as the first point of contact with the State government for developers of major resource and related infrastructure projects.
DSD’s advisory services include guidance to assist project proponents through the process of getting the government approvals needed to bring plans to fruition. Advice from DSD is aimed at helping developers identify and understand the requirements relating to their specific proposal with a view to completing project approvals as quickly and efficiently as possible.
For complex projects, specific guidance is available through the Major Project Branch, Resources and Industrial Development Division within DSD, which has the job of coordinating the approval processes across government for this type of project.
Project Approvals Framework
The Department aims to provide improved coordination and facilitation of the necessary Government approvals processes for new industrial and resource development proposals in Western Australia.
Access to Land and Waters
Information on gaining title and access to Western Australian land and adjacent offshore waters to carry out industrial or resource based projects.
Planning and Development
Information regarding planning and development approvals that need to be obtained for developments on land that is situated within the boundaries of a Local Planning Scheme.
Environmental Protection
Information on environmental impact assessments and obtaining approvals.
Protection of Aboriginal Heritage
Overview information about protection of Aboriginal heritage together with a link to detailed information on the Department of Indigenous Affairs website.
Operational Approvals
Information about some of the secondary approvals that are usually needed. Generally these relate to the way in which a project is carried out - largely operational matters.
