Approvals WA

The Approvals WA portal is the first step in the Government’s commitment to improving the way industry and Government does business.
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Approvals WA is a central portal connecting project proponents with Western Australia’s regulatory agencies.  Each agency offers information to support proponents' navigation through WA’s regulatory practices and processes.  

To achieve the best outcomes, agencies and proponents are encouraged to read the Statements of Expectations and Lead Agency Framework.  

Use the navigation below to access agency information and resources related to approvals.

Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration

Regulates the resources sector, managing approvals for mining, exploration, petroleum titles, and environmental plans.

Department of Water and Environmental Regulation

Regulating environmental and water matters, including water licensing, vegetation clearing permits, and industrial works approvals.

Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage

Responsible for crown land administration, including pastoral leases, heritage conservation, and land use planning.

Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety

Regulates and supports a wide range of sectors, including building and energy, consumer protection, workplace safety, labour relations, local government, racing gaming and liquor.

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development

Supports agriculture, food, aquaculture, fisheries, including environmental monitoring, land and water use planning, biosecurity approvals and regional grants.

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

Promotes biodiversity and conservation and enriches people’s lives through sustainable management of WA’s species, ecosystems, lands and the attractions in its care.

Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport

Regulates WA tourism and event development, Aboriginal and multicultural funding, and supports arts, culture, sport, and regional economic initiatives.

Department of Health

Provides advice on the risks to public health from biological, chemical and radiological hazards.

Office of the Coordinator General

We help drive and facilitate regulatory approvals across government to progress Priority Projects and State Development Areas.

Environmental Protection Authority

Undertakes environmental impact assessments of significant proposals, prepares environmental protection policies, develops environmental guidelines and provides strategic advice.

Small Business Development Corporation

We promote and advocate for small businesses in WA and offer free advice and guidance, workshops, dispute resolution support and help with commercial tenancy issues and investigate unfair practices impacting small businesses.

Provided by

Department of Energy and Economic Diversification

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