City of Canning - Change of land use

Change of land use

Reporting businesses operating under the incorrect land use type.

Last updated on: 07 October 2021

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A change of use refers to any modification made to the approved land use for a particular site, specific tenancy or unit (e.g. a warehouse/showroom changing to a shop).
A development approval is not required if the proposed use is permitted within the zone and the proposal will not generate the need to complete any 'works' on the site.
'Works' incorporates any building activity such as the creation of additional floor space, amendment to parking bays etc.

People are sometimes unaware that their activities are causing a problem.
The City encourages all residents and business operators to talk to their neighbours about any issues before making a complaint.
For supporting information on resolving disputes with neighbours, please click here

This type of request cannot be anonymous.
Contact details are required when lodging this type of issue to ensure a proper investigation can be completed. It also provides the City with the ability to clarify information to ensure officers have a safe working environment.
Personal information is not disclosed to any person without consent.

To raise a request for a change of land use complaint, please click on the button below.
An officer will action the request within five (5) working days. This includes contacting you to clarify the nature of the complaint, checking on any possible safety risks for City staff and explaining the complaint process.
Your contact details are required when lodging this issue to ensure a proper investigation can be completed.

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