CORENET 2
Submitting development applications via CORENET 2
Last updated on 30 September 2026
Corenet 2 submissions are only for new projects with GFA < 5,000m2, which are not required to be submitted through CORENET X.
Who can submit
Only Qualified Persons (QPs) with a valid Practising Certificate such as registered Architects, Professional Engineers and Registered Surveyors can submit a Development Application via CORENET 2 (opens in new tab).
Application Timeline
It generally takes 20 working days to assess your application. During this period, you can check the status of your application (opens in new tab).
A step-by-step guide on application
Step 1
Check if your proposed development works require planning permission. See Exemption List.
Step 2
Ensure that the planning submission requirements are complied with. The development control submission checklist serves only as a guide. There is no need to submit this checklist.
Step 3
Prepare the submission requirements.
Step 4
Digitally sign your electronic plans and forms with a Netrust Digital Certificate (opens in new tab).
Step 5
Register your project in CORENET eSS (opens in new tab) and submit your online application.
Step 6
Pay your application fee online. You will need the Reference ID of your application submission. To calculate the fees required, use our online calculators:
Form-based Fee Calculator (opens in new tab)
If you have not filled up the EDAform, use this online form to check the fee payable for your application.
Fee Calculator for Uploaded EDAform File (opens in new tab)
Upload a completed EDAForm application in EDF file format to calculate your fee.
Other planning permission fees can be found in Development Control Fee Schedule [PDF, 451 KB] (opens in new tab).
Refer to the step by step guide on how to make Payment for your application.