Assessment of development on coastal land
The department is responsible for assessing various development applications that may affect coastal resources. When assessing development in tidal waters or on coastal land within coastal management districts, the following must be considered:
- the State Coastal Management Plan
- regional coastal management plans
- any applicable operational policies.
The guideline Implementing the state and regional coastal management plans has been developed to help local government assessment managers consider these policies when assessing development. It also gives applicants the state's interpretation of these plans and policies and how to achieve the coastal management outcomes desired.
More information on assessing development on coastal land
- Coastal management districts
- Excluded work
- Exemption certificates under the Coastal Act
- Erosion-prone areas
- Buildings seaward of a coastal building line
More information on development approvals
Last updated: 07 November 2007