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Inner City Living

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The centre of Launceston has a large area of unused and under-used floor space, as well as some small sites that remain undeveloped. Urban 'shop-top' living is becoming increasingly achievable, viable and desirable. Explore the information below to understand the process for inner city living developments in Launceston.

To view additional information download the full Investing in the City guide(PDF, 11MB).

The Development Process

Like many Australian towns and cities, Launceston has unused spaces in its centre, particularly the spaces above the shops, and these provide great opportunities for city revitalisation.

Step One - Establishing Feasibility

The objectives of stage one are to identify sites available for purchase (unless already owned) and ensure the project is financially viable.

Step Two - Developing the Concept

The objective of this stage is to develop the concept for your residential development

Step Three - Applying for a Planning Permit

The objective of this stage is to gain a Planning Permit (Development Application) if required.

Step Four - Applying for Approval to Build

The objective of this stage is gain Building and Plumbing Permits.

Step Five - Completing the Development

The objective of this stage is to undertake the building construction or conversion and obtain Occupancy and Completion Certificates.

Information and advice

In order to facilitate refurbishment and urban infill for residential accommodation in the CBD, the City of Launceston can offer further advice on the various requirements that apply.

Planning Advice

If you would like to speak with a Planner, you can:

Email planning.queries@launceston.tas.gov.au
Call our Planning Hotline on (03) 6323 3220 between 10am and 4pm, and speak with the Duty Planner
Make an appointment with a Planner (appointments are available on the hour between 10am to 4pm by calling (03) 6323 3220.

Heritage Advice

If you would like to find out if your property is heritage listed, or for information about development of locally listed properties, you can contact the City of Launceston's Heritage Planner.

Email planning.queries@launceston.tas.gov.au
Call (03) 6323 3220

For further information and advice about state listed properties contact Heritage Tasmania

Email enquiries@heritage.tas.gov.au Call 1300 850 332
www.heritage.tas.gov.au

Building Permits

For information about the building and plumbing permit process please contact the City of Launceston's Building Permit Authority.

Email permit.authority@launceston.tas. gov.au
Call (03) 6323 3220

Building Surveying

To find a registered building surveyor, visit the online Occupational Licencing search and click on Building Services Provider.

References

The following documents are available at the Launceston City Deal website here.

Launceston City Deal (see Housing, pages 26- 27)
Launceston City Deal Annual Progress Report 2018 (see Housing, pages 32-34)
Launceston City Deal Annual Progress Report 2019 (see Housing, pages 37-39)

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