Development Services Refund Request

Use this form to request a refund of development fees or charges for building, plumbing and land use planning, or to request the release or return of a development bond.

Refunds can only be paid to the person or organisation that originally made the payment, unless written authorisation is provided.

For further information in relation to development refunds, refer to frequently asked questions.

What is a development fee?

A development fee is a charge paid to a local government to support the planning and assessment of development applications and to contribute toward associated infrastructure and administrative costs. These include building, plumbing and land use approvals.

What is a development bond?

A development bond is a financial security paid by a developer to a local government to ensure that development works are completed in accordance with approved plans and conditions.

A development bond may be required for works including, but not limited to:

  • Roads, driveways and access ways
  • Stormwater drainage and infrastructure
  • Landscaping and open spaces
  • Removable dwellings
  • Performance Bonds
  • Footpaths, kerb and street work.

Prepare for your request

Refunds can only be paid to the person or organisation that originally made the payment, unless written authorisation is provided.

To help us process your request as quickly as possible, you need to:

  1. Complete all required form details; and
  2. Upload supporting documentation, including: 
  • Proof of payment
  • A bank statement clearly showing the account holder’s name and the relevant payment. All other transactions may be redacted if you wish.
  • If the payee name differs from the bank account name, written approval from the payee authorising Council to apply the refund to the nominated bank account is required.

Incomplete or missing documentation may delay the processing of your refund. 

Request a development fees and bonds refund

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