The Development Application Processing (DAP) system is used to lodge or manage development applications for assessment.
How to access the system
To access DAP, you'll need to register for an online account.
If you already have an account, you can login to DAP now.
What the system is used for
- Lodging development applications online
- Tracking the progress of a lodged development application through the assessment process
- Assessing applications as a relevant authority
- Providing referral responses for an application as a referral body
- Issuing online decisions and digital notifications
New homepage and dashboards
In July 2025, the DAP homepage and dashboards will be updated with new versions. These updates are based on the Final Report and Recommendations from the Planning System Implementation Review, as well as feedback from industry.
The new versions will offer more functionality for relevant authorities, referral bodies and applicants. Users will now be able to filter, sort and export data.
The redesigned dashboards aim to simplify tracking the progress of applications, including the submission of required building notifications.
Detailed information on updates to the dashboard have been outlined in the release notes.
The following resources are available to assist with using the homepage and dashboards:
- for applicants - DAP homepage and dashboard quick reference guide - your applications
(PDF, 2.2 MB) - for relevant authorities - DAP homepage and dashboard quick reference guide - your applications (PDF, 2.4 MB)
- for referral bodies - DAP homepage and dashboard quick reference guide - your applications (PDF, 1.1 MB)
