NBN New Development Subdivision Applications
Plan Early With Comm Design
Subdivisding your land? From small subdivisions to large, complex subdivisions, we help small developers and landowners get their NBN application and design completed.
New Development?
- Simple 2-lot split: one existing lot divided into two, such as a landowner subdividing a large block.
- Small multi-lot subdivision: a handful of lots (roughly 3 to 10) created from a single parcel, often by small developers.
- Medium residential estate: a staged development of roughly 10 to 50 lots, with new roads and shared infrastructure.
- Large, complex subdivision: 50+ lots, multiple stages, or tricky site conditions that need detailed design and close coordination.
- Rural or large-lot subdivision: larger acreage lots, where distance from existing network infrastructure can change the design.
- MDU and SDU commercial subdivisions.
To meet your DA requirements most subdivision needs a New Development Application and an approved NBN design.
At Comm Design, we prepare the NBN new development applications and draft compliant NBN designs for small developers, builders and landowners, so your subdivision meets design standards and doesn't get held up.
NBN New Development Subdivision ApplicationsSubdividing land?
Every new lot needs an approved NBN design before it can be sold or built on.
Comm Design handles the NBN new development application for you, from a simple 1 into 2 lot split through to large, complex subdivisions. You get a compliant design, a clean application and one less thing to chase.
What Is an NBN New Development Application?
When you create new lots, NBN Co needs to know how the network will reach each one. An NBN new development application is the formal request to have your subdivision connected. It must include a compliant NBN design that shows the pit and pipe layout, lead-in conduits and connection points for every lot.
Get it wrong and you face rejections, redesigns and delays to your title release or sales.
Who We help
- Small developers working on multi-lot residential subdivisions
- Landowners splitting one block into two
- Builders and civil contractors who need NBN sorted alongside their other works
- Surveyors and town planners looking for a reliable NBN design partner
What We Do
- Prepare NBN-compliant designs that meet current NBN Co standards
- Lodge and manage your NBN development application from start to finish
Handle NBN pit and pipe design for roads, easements and lot frontages - Answer NBN Co queries and amend designs when needed
- Give you a clear quote upfront, so there are no surprises
How It Works
- Send us your plan. Share your subdivision plan, lot count and location.
- Get your quote. We confirm the scope and price before any work starts.
- We design and lodge. Your NBN design is prepared and submitted for approval.
- We manage the response. We deal with NBN Co so you can get on with the job.
- You get your approval. Your subdivision moves ahead with a compliant NBN design in place.
NBN New Development Process
The NBN New Development Application Process: Step by Step
Every NBN new development follows the same path. Here’s what happens, what you need to do, and where Comm Design takes the load off.
Step 1: Plan early
Get your planning and building approvals in place, then start on NBN straight away. Leaving it late is the most common cause of delays.
Allow at least 3 months for a small development, like splitting one lot into two. Allow at least 6 months for everything else. NBN aims to hit these timeframes but can’t guarantee them.
How we help: We’ll tell you what to expect for your subdivision before you commit to a timeline.
Step 2: Submit your NBN application
Complete the online eligibility check, then lodge your application with your development plan. The plan shows how the NBN network will be installed, using lead-in conduits, pit and pipe, or pathways. NBN assesses it and confirms the charges and timeframe.
How we help: We prepare the plan and lodge the application for you.
Step 3: Agree to the terms and pay the charges
The developer signs NBN’s legally binding terms and pays the charges for each new premises needing a connection. This includes a developer contribution charge per premises, and other charges may apply.
Once that’s done, NBN issues a letter of conditional approval (also called a provisioning letter or council letter) if your development needs one.
How we help: We explain the charges up front so there are no surprises.
Step 4: Register for the NBN New Developments Portal
NBN emails you a registration code to set up your portal account. This is where you track tasks, upload designs and follow progress toward your estimated “Ready for Service” date.
How we help: We manage portal tasks and keep you updated.
Step 5: Design and build to NBN standards
Your NBN design is submitted through the portal. NBN reviews it and gives feedback. Once it’s accepted, you can start building the infrastructure inside your property boundary.
Important: You’re responsible for making sure the design and build meet NBN standards. Anything that doesn’t comply may need to be fixed later at your cost. This is the step where a compliant design matters most.
How we help: This is our core work. We produce NBN-compliant designs and handle any revisions.
Step 6: Finish the build and get ready for connection
When construction is done to the approved plans, check the portal for what’s next. You may be asked for:
An as-built design
A Notice of Practical Completion (PCN)
How we help: We prepare the as-built documentation so it matches what was approved.
Step 7: NBN installs, tests and activates
NBN’s approved delivery partner completes the installation up to your property boundary and runs quality assurance tests. If a site inspection finds nothing to fix, NBN issues a Certificate of Practical Completion (PCC).
Your development is then ready to connect, and buyers and residents can contact a phone and internet provider to order their services.