Farm buildings

Want to build a farm building?

A farm building is a structure used for farming operations, but does not include a dwelling. Farm buildings can include Hay sheds, Machinery sheds, Silos, Storage tanks, Livestock barns. Farm buildings are different from farm sheds, which are also used for farming, but are distinguished by their size and level of occupancy.

Before you begin, you may need to know the zone and other requirements for constructing a building on your property. To search your property, simply use our Property Enquiry List.

Do you need consent?

Before you begin your build, you will need to find out whether you need consent. Information about exempt development requirements (development not needing approval) can be found via the links below.

Alternatively, the NSW Planning Portal has produced summary tables on the above farm buildings.

What if my proposal does not meet the exempt development requirements?

If your proposal does not fit into the exempt development requirements, you will need to lodge an application through the NSW Planning Portal. This can either be in the form of a Complying Development Application or a Development Application.