Port Botany, Port Kembla, and the Port of Newcastle are three of the state's largest ports and are recognised as economically significant precincts. They play a vital role in the NSW economy.
Chapter 5 of the Transport and Infrastructure State Environmental Planning Policy sets out the planning framework that supports the efficient operation and future development of the three ports.
Hazard studies
Some development at the ports involves potentially hazardous activities. Safety studies ensure these activities can proceed safely while using streamlined approval pathways.
For complying development involving potentially hazardous activities, you may need to provide:
- hazard analysis
- fire safety study
- hazard and operability study
- hazard audit.
Qualified assessors
Technical studies must be prepared by qualified professionals approved by the Department (PDF, 73 KB). Approvals are valid for 3 years.
Development contribution rules
The Minister for Planning and Public Spaces has set additional rules for councils in relation to development contributions for projects related to the three ports.
More details can be found in the following planning documents:
More information
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