Project Approval Process

The Department of Industry and Resources works closely with large project developers to identify the major Government approvals necessary for a project to proceed in a manner and time-frame which is satisfactory to both the proponent and Government. The approvals required for each individual project can vary widely, depending on its nature and location.

Project Approvals Overview

Information on how The Department of Industry and Resources helps developers with the process of obtaining government approvals for industrial and resource based projects.

Access to Land and Waters

Key information on gaining title and access to Western Australian land and adjacent offshore waters to carry out industrial or resource-based projects may involve State legislation, Commonwealth legislation, or both.

Commonwealth Approvals

The Commonwealth MPF program is currently under review.

Environmental Protection

Information on environmental impact assessments and obtaining approvals.

Integrated Project Approvals System

Integrated Project Approvals System (IPAS) is built around comprehensive and consultative project scoping to ensure early identification of important issues that may affect the proposed project and approvals that will be required.

Planning and Development

Information regarding planning and development approvals that need to be obtained for developments on land that is situated with the boundaries of a Town Planning Scheme.

Protection of Aboriginal Heritage

Information regarding planning and development approvals that need to be obtained for developments on land that is situated with the boundaries of a Town Planning Scheme.

Secondary Approvals

Information regarding planning and development approvals that need to be obtained for developments on land that is situated with the boundaries of a Town Planning Scheme.