The nbn New Development Application: When to Apply, How It Works, and How One Wire Handles It for You

Who Needs to Apply

You need to apply if you are creating new premises or addresses. This includes new dwellings, subdivisions, apartments and townhouses, and commercial lots or tenancies. Granny flats with their own address usually require an application. A single knock down rebuild typically does not unless it results in multiple new premises.

When to Apply

• Small projects: apply at least 3 months before the required service date

• Larger or multi stage projects: apply at least 6 months ahead

For smoother handover, book pre installation of the nbn connection box during frame stage or once the lead in trench is complete. Lodge the request at least 20 days before estimated completion.

💡 Tip from One Wire: We align your nbn timeline with your construction program so you avoid the delays that often catch builders out.

What You Will Need

Before you start, have these details ready:

• Development address and application type

• Total number of new nbn connections including services like fire panels or lift phones

• Development details and site plans showing your chosen build pathway

• Key contacts including ABN and billing information

• Payment preference for developer charges

Multi stage projects start with one application then progress through the nbn New Developments Portal.

The Three Build Pathways

• Lead in Conduit (LIC)
  Best for small infill or single dwellings. You submit a service plan showing conduit routes.

• Pit and Pipe
  For subdivisions, multiple stand alone dwellings, or new roads. Developers design and build pits and conduits to nbn standards, submit As Built and PCN, and nbn’s delivery partner completes the local network. One Wire also coordinates connection box pre installs at frame stage so residents are ready to connect on move in.

• Pathway (MDUs and complex builds)
  Used for apartment blocks and vertical MDUs. Developers provide a master pathway plan and follow nbn standards through to PCC.

Step by Step: The nbn New Development Process

1. Plan early and choose your pathway with the right permits and designs

2. Submit the application with service or master plan

3. Accept terms and pay developer charges, then receive conditional approval (often used for council submissions)

4. Register for the New Developments Portal to track tasks, target dates, upload designs and later PCN and As Built

5. Design and build to nbn standards with One Wire ensuring compliance

6. Lodge Practical Completion Notice (PCN) and As Built via the portal; nbn inspects, and if compliant issues the Practical Completion Certificate (PCC)

7. Ready to Connect: nbn completes works to the boundary and residents can order services from their chosen provider

📌 One Wire Advantage: We manage each of these steps on your behalf. You get progress updates, not paperwork.

Charges and Responsibilities

Under the Telecommunications Infrastructure in New Developments policy, developers are responsible for fibre ready facilities and contributing to the cost of the network.

• Developer contribution: per premises charge, capped by policy

• Backhaul contribution: may apply if nbn backhaul is not nearby

• End User Contribution: up to $300 per premises, usually recovered by the retail provider

Special cases include granny flats with their own address and knock down rebuild projects that create multiple dwellings.

Pre Installation: The Move In Day Accelerator

Booking a pre install of the nbn connection box during frame stage avoids delays for your clients. One Wire coordinates this step so residents can order a service on day one.

Council and Compliance in Victoria

Victorian councils often require confirmation that lots are connected or ready for connection as part of subdivision compliance. Fibre ready facilities are expected for all lots. One Wire provides the documentation councils need so your projects achieve timely sign off.

How One Wire Helps

• Advises on the right pathway for your site

• Prepares and submits applications and service plans

• Manages the nbn New Developments Portal and tasks

• Designs in line with current nbn standards

• Coordinates trenching, conduit and pre installation of the connection box

• Submits As Built and PCN, resolves remediation, and ensures PCC is issued

• Provides clear handover packs for residents so they can order services quickly

Why Choose One Wire

Working with One Wire means you have a single point of contact who understands both the construction industry and nbn’s processes. We have managed hundreds of applications across Victoria and know the standards, common pitfalls, and council requirements. Our focus is making internet a feature, not a problem, by saving you time and delivering certainty.

✅ Ready to simplify your next project? Reach out to One Wire today and let us manage your nbn new development application so you can stay focused on construction.