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Subdividing in Logan: rules, approval and what the data shows
Zone rules from Logan Planning Scheme 2015 plus real outcomes from decided Logan council applications. Data current as of 26 July 2026.
According to Casa Intelligence analysis of 5,665 decided reconfiguration and subdivision applications in Logan, 95% were approved, with a median decision time of 25 days.
95%
Approval rate
5,391 of 5,665 decided applications
25 days
Median decision time
Lodgement to decision (n=5,574)
5,665
Decided applications
Comparable reconfiguration and subdivision applications
$40,000
Median infra. charge
Across 109 charged decision notices
Do you need council approval for a subdivision in Logan?
Queensland's Planning Act 2016 sorts development into three assessment categories: accepted development (no development application needed if you meet the stated requirements), code assessable (a DA assessed against the planning scheme's codes, no public notification), and impact assessable (a DA with public notification and third-party appeal rights). Which category applies to your project is set by Logan Planning Scheme 2015 — and it depends on your zone, any precinct that applies, and the overlays on your lot.
Subdividing — formally "reconfiguring a lot" — almost always requires a development application in Queensland; the real question is whether it is code or impact assessable and what minimum lot sizes apply. Under Logan Planning Scheme 2015, subdivision is contemplated in 8 of the 9 zones we track for Logan.
Minimum new-lot sizes range from 250 m² to 800 m² across those zones (full table below), before overlays and precinct mapping are applied. Frontage minimums, access and servicing requirements knock out lots that clear the area test on paper — the block next door qualifying does not mean yours does.
None of this is answerable with certainty at council level — the pathway for your project is set by your lot's zone, precinct and overlays together. A free Casa block check reads those for your exact address in seconds.
Subdivision rules by zone in Logan
Zone-level provisions from Logan Planning Scheme 2015. Zone rules are the starting point — precinct mapping and overlays can tighten them for individual lots.
| Zone | Subdivision | Min lot area | Min frontage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre | Yes | 600 m² | — |
| Emerging Community | Yes | 300 m² | — |
| High Density Residential | Yes | 800 m² | 20 m |
| Low Density Residential | Yes | 400 m² | 10 m |
| Low-Medium Density Residential | Yes | 300 m² | 8 m |
| Medium Density Residential | Yes | 300 m² | 8 m |
| Mixed Use | Yes | 400 m² | — |
| Priority Development Area | Yes | 250 m² | — |
| Rural Residential | No | — | — |
“—” means the value is not recorded in our rules dataset, not that no rule exists. Always confirm against the current planning scheme before relying on a figure.
How subdivision applications have fared in Logan
Across 5,665 decided reconfiguration and subdivision applications recorded against Logan council, 5,391 were approved — an approval rate of 95%. That reflects a strong track record for this kind of proposal. These are real, decided applications assessed by the council, not estimates or modelling.
The median time from lodgement to decision was 25 days (measured across the 5,574 applications in this cohort with both dates recorded). That is a comparatively fast assessment turnaround. Individual applications vary widely with information requests, referrals and the assessment pathway for the specific site.
Where we hold the council's decision notice, we also extract the infrastructure charges levied. Across 109 charged decision notices in this cohort, the median total infrastructure charge was $40,000. Charges scale with the lots or dwellings you create, and credits for existing use can reduce what you actually pay.
Recent subdivision decisions in Logan
The most recent decided reconfiguration and subdivision applications in this cohort, cited by real council application number so you can verify each one yourself.
| Application | Decision | Decided | Days to decision |
|---|---|---|---|
| SP/10/2026 | Approved | 19 Feb 2026 | 32 days |
| COM/43/2022 | Approved | 18 Feb 2026 | 138 days |
| RL/122/2025 | Approved | 18 Feb 2026 | 92 days |
| SP/204/2025 | Approved | 17 Feb 2026 | 11 days |
| SP/32/2025 | Approved | 17 Feb 2026 | 15 days |
Subdivision in Logan: common questions
Do I need council approval for a subdivision in Logan?
It depends on your lot's zone, precinct and overlays under Logan Planning Scheme 2015. Queensland sorts development into accepted (no DA if requirements are met), code assessable (DA without public notification) and impact assessable (DA with public notification). Subdivision almost always requires a development application. The only reliable way to know your pathway is to check your specific address.
Which zones allow subdivision development in Logan?
Under Logan Planning Scheme 2015, subdivision development is contemplated in Centre, Emerging Community, High Density Residential, Low Density Residential, Low-Medium Density Residential, Medium Density Residential and 2 other zones. Zone permission is the starting point, not the answer: precinct mapping and overlays can restrict individual lots within a supportive zone.
What is the approval rate for subdivision applications in Logan?
95% of the 5,665 decided reconfiguration and subdivision applications recorded against Logan council were approved (median 25 days to decision). Figures are indicative, derived from decided council records; past decisions do not guarantee future outcomes.
How long does subdivision approval take in Logan?
The median time from lodgement to decision across the 5,574 dated applications in this cohort was 25 days. Individual applications vary with information requests, referrals and the assessment pathway that applies to the site.
How much are infrastructure charges for subdivision projects in Logan?
Across 109 charged decision notices in this cohort, the median total infrastructure charge was $40,000. Charges scale with the lots or dwellings created and existing-use credits can reduce them. Queensland caps adopted charges at $36,670.70 per three-or-more-bedroom dwelling or lot (2025–26 indexed).
About this guide
Zone rules on this page are drawn from Logan Planning Scheme 2015 as recorded in our dataset, and application statistics from decided development applications recorded against Logan council, current as of 26 July 2026. Planning schemes are amended over time and precincts, neighbourhood plans and overlays can vary the rules for individual lots. Past decisions describe how comparable proposals have fared — they do not guarantee, and cannot predict, the outcome of any future application. This page is general information, not planning or legal advice.
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