The Codes SEPP officially known as State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 is planning legislation which includes a number of Codes that allow for certain types of specified development to be undertaken without the need for Council approval as either Exempt Development or approved under a fast track approval system known as Complying Development, if the relevant development standards are met.
The NSW Department of Planning and Environment has produced information brochures on Exempt and Complying Development:
Information Brochures for Exempt Development
Information Brochures for Complying Development
Complying Development Certificates (CDC) are issued prior to the work commencing by an accredited certifier. To find an accredited certifier, please refer to the NSW Building Professionals Board web site: http://www.bpb.nsw.gov.au/