Council may consider a one-off request for an extension of time to submit an annual fire safety statement in cases where there is a legitimate unanticipated event which prevents you from meeting the due date (fees apply – see Fees and Charges below).

Please complete the Request for Additional Time to Submit Annual Safety Statement form below (previously known as Request to Stay Penalty Notice).

To apply you must:

• Make sure all sections of the application form below are completed, and all requested documents are attached.
• Include enough evidence to show that a legitimate unanticipated event has occurred.

Please note:

• Incomplete or late applications, or those without valid reasons, will not be accepted and enforcement action may apply.
• If you have a history of making late submissions, we are unlikely to support your application.
• A maximum of three to six months extension from the original due date will be given. If you are unable to submit a complete Annual Fire Safety Statement within the approved time, a Fire Safety Order may be issued.
• If you require an extension due to unauthorised building works, we recommend you seek independent planning and building advice.
• If your fire safety measures are being upgraded, please seek independent planning and building advice to determine if planning approval is required.

Application form

Complete the form below and email a copy to council@wollongong.nsw.gov.au, we will send you an invoice when your application is received.

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