New arrangements
The new State Environmental Planning Policy (Coastal Management) 2018 commenced on 3 April 2018. It replaced a number of planning
instruments, including the State Environmental Planning Policy No 71 - Coastal Protection
(SEPP 71).
As SEPP 71 is repealed, the Commission no longer has a statutory role in reviewing development proposals within the coastal zone.
This Coastal Management SEPP guides development in coastal areas, including land adjacent to beaches, estuaries, coastal lakes, coastal wetlands and littoral rainforests. For more information, visit the Department of Planning and Environment website.
Previous advice
Under the now repealed SEPP 71, the Minister for Planning was required to consult with the Commission before approving a master plan for subdivision of land within the coastal zone or waiving the need for a master plan.
The Commission’s previous SEPP 71 advice is available in the links below.
Number of proposals reviewed
The table shows proposals reviewed by the Commission. These include requests to waive the need for a master plan, and requests to review draft master plans.
| Year | Review of request to waive the need for a master plan | Review of draft master plan | Total |
| 2017-18 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2016-17 | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| 2015-16 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 2014-15 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2013-14 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 2012-13 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 2011-12 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2010-11 | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| 2009-10 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 2008-09 | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| 2007-08 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2006-07 | 52 | 4 | 56 |
| 2005-06 | 81 | 8 | 89 |
| 2004-05 | 58 | 11 | 69 |
| 2003-04 | 21 | 3 | 24 |
| Total | 299 | 27 | 326 |
Summary of advice provided
The tables show the proposals reviewed by the Commission and a summary of recommendations.
Summary of advice in 2017-18
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 5 Dec 2017 | Forster | 55 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, adequate landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 18 Oct 2017 | Maryland | 7 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, adequate landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 16 Oct 2017 | Salamander Bay | 30 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, adequate landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 21 Sep 2017 | Rosedale | 41 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, adequate landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 21 Sep 2017 | Forster | 46 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, adequate landuse planning controls are in place. |
Summary of advice in 2016-17
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 16 Dec 2016 | Broulee | 25 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 10 Nov 2016 | Warners Bay | 37 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 10 Nov 2016 | Maryville | 33 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been fully addressed, landuse planning controls are in place. |
| 22 Sep 2016 | Kiama | 80 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived. Although risks associated with many SEPP 71 matters have not been addressed, adequate planning controls are in place. |
| 10 Aug 2016 | Evans Head | Integrated development | Need for a master plan may not be waived as risks associated with relevant SEPP 71 matters are not adequately addressed. |
Summary of advice in 2015-16
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 14 Apr 2016 | Forresters Beach | 102 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to addressing the Commission's recommendations related to flora and fauna. |
| 15 Mar 2016 | Lake Cathie | 219 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived as all relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well-considered. |
| 18 Feb 2016 | Evans Head | 176 lot subdivision (Draft master plan) | The draft master plan, prepared in response to the Commission's earlier advice, addresses all issues raised by the Commission. |
| 22 Oct 2015 | Erina | 50 lot subdivision | Need for a master plan may be waived subject to implementing the Commission's recommendations related to cultural heritage and stormwater management. |
Summary of advice in 2014-15
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 31 Mar 2015 | Evans Head | 176 lot subdivision | Considering the scale and location of the development, do not waive the need for a master plan as documents do not provide adequate information to assess whether all SEPP 71 provisions have been well-considered. |
| 24 Mar 2015 | Kiama | 101 lot subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as documents do not provide adequate information to assess whether all SEPP 71 provisions have been well-considered. |
| 12 Dec 2014 | Entrance North | 9 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to addressing the Commission's recommendations related to heritage conservation, visual amenity, flood planning and effluent disposal. |
| 17 Nov 2014 | Lake Tabourie | 9 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well-considered. |
| 7 Oct 2014 | Harrington | 47 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well-considered. |
| 16 Sep 2014 | Catalina | 61 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well-considered. |
Summary of advice in 2013-14
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 19 Jun 2014 | Narrawallee | 40 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to implementing the Commission's recommendations related to cultural heritage and stormwater management. |
| 24 Feb 2014 | Kanahooka | 4 lot subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are not adequately addressed. |
| 4 Feb 2014 | Rosedale | 138 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to implementation of recommendations in studies and assessments supporting the proposal. |
| 26 Sep 2013 | North Bendalong | 15 lot subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are not adequately addressed. |
| 3 Sep 2013 | Merimbula | 22 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are either well considered in the proposal or are adequately addressed by relevant planning controls. |
| 23 Aug 2013 | Diamond Beach | 89 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are either well considered in the proposal or are adequately addressed by relevant planning controls. |
Summary of advice in 2012-13
| Advice date | Location | Matter | NRC recommendation |
| 25 May 2013 | Hastings Point | 22 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are either well considered in the proposal or are adequately addressed by relevant planning controls. |
| 1 Feb 2013 | Bensville | 8 lot subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as all relevant SEPP 71 provisions have not been well considered. |
| 25 Jan 2013 | Coffs Harbour | 226 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are either well considered in the proposal or are adequately addressed by relevant planning controls. |
| 20 Dec 2012 | Macksville | 33 lot subdivision | Review appropriate documentation before making a decision as the documents available for review are inadequate. |
| 24 Sep 2012 | Dora Creek | 240 lot subdivision | Consider relevant provisions related to Clauses 8, 15 and 16. |
| 28 Aug 2012 | Tathra | 32 lot subdivision (Master Plan) | Consider issues related to visual impact and effluent disposal in the Commission's advice. |
| 7 Aug 2012 | North Sapphire Beach | 12 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions have been well considered. |
| 24 Jul 2012 | Fishermans Bay | 125 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to implementing the Commission's recommendations related to flora and fauna, and effluent disposal. |
| 9 Jul 2012 | Lake Cathie | 30 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions have been well considered. |
Summary of advice in 2011-12
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 24 Sep 2012 | Dora Creek | 240 lot subdivision | Consider relevant provisions related to Clauses 8, 15 and 16. |
| 28 Aug 2012 | Tathra | 32 lot subdivision | Consider issues related to visual impact and effluent disposal in the Commission's advice. |
| 7 Aug 2012 | North Sapphire Beach
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12 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions have been well considered. |
| 24 Jul 2012 | Fishermans Bay | 125 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to implementing the Commission's recommendations related to flora and fauna, and effluent disposal |
| 9 Jul 2012 | Lake Cathie | 30 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions have been well considered. |
Summary of advice in 2010-11
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 14 Jun 2011 | Coffs Harbour | 55 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan, subject to the proposal meeting the stormwater requirements. |
| 26 Jun 2011 | North Batemans Bay | 10 lot rural residential subdivision | Do not waive need for a master plan as the application contains insufficient information that does not address any SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 16 Feb 2011 | Bermagui | 25 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to coastal hazards and stormwater are not well considered. |
| 1 Feb 2011 | Cobaki Lakes | 441 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as the development was considered as a 'major project', and the minister has approved a Concept Plan which along with Cobaki Estate Development Code and Preferred Project Report addresses all SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 21 Jan 2011 | Tuross Heads | 72 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to cultural heritage and effluent disposal are not well considered. |
| 23 Dec 2010 | Currawong Beach | 16 lot community title subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to coastal processes and hazards, stormwater and effluent disposal are not well considered. |
| 2 Nov 2010 | South Head Moruya | 16 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as the application does not address any of the SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 29 Sep 2010 | Long Beach | 6 lot rural residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to native coastal vegetation, cultural heritage, stormwater and effluent disposal are not well considered. |
Summary of advice in 2009-10
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 1 Apr 2010 | Blue Haven | 109 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to coastal vegetation are not well considered. |
| 16 Mar 2010 | Erina | 13 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan, subject to the proposal meeting the ecological assessment and stormwater requirements. |
| 2 Nov 2009 | Avoca Beach | 8 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as the proposal is of minor nature and satisfies the relevant SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 16 Oct 2009 | Urunga | 51 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan,subject to the proposal meeting the stormwater requirements. |
| 27 Aug 2009 | The Entrance North | 8 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan, subject to the proposal meeting the stormwater requirements. |
| 17 Aug 2009 | South Durras | 4 lot torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as the proposal is of minor nature and satisfies the relevant SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 13 Jul 2009 | Lawrence | 43 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions, including the potential impacts of development on the surrounding environment are not well considered. |
Summary of advice in 2008-09
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 17 Apr 2009 | Mullaway | 20 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Jan 2009 | Wyong | 24 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Jan 2009 | Culburra | 24 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEEPP 71 requirements related to stormwater management are not well considered. |
| 21 Jan 2009 | Chittaway | 9 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 11 Dec 2008 | Batemans Bay | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 11 Dec 2008 | North Boambee | 53 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as the proposal satisfies the relevant SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 27 Nov 2008 | Bendalong | 10 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 27 Nov 2008 | Moonee Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan as the proposal is of minor nature and satisfies the relevant SEPP 71 provisions. |
| 6 Nov 2008 | Wamberal | 6 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 7 Aug 2008 | Eden | 16 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 7 Aug 2008 | Yamba | 21 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 11 Jul 2008 | Port Macquarie | 22 lot strata title subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to visual amenity, impact of coastal processes and hazards on development, and stormwater are not well considered. |
Summary of advice in 2007-08
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 30 Jun 2008 | Banora Point | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 30 Jun 2008 | Pottsville | 22 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 2 Jun 2008 | Bogangar | 17 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to cultural heritage, conservation of native species, and stormwater are not well considered. |
| 2 Jun 2008 | Terranora | 13 lot community title subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related water quality and stormwater are not well considered. |
| 2 Jun 2008 | Seaside City | 24 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality are not well considered. |
| 2 Jun 2008 | Kanahooka | 87 lots residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality are not well considered. |
| 2 Jun 2008 | Dapto | 78 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to threatened species are not well considered. |
| 19 Mar 2008 | Nelligen | 9 lot rural residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality are not well considered. |
| 11 Mar 2008 | Korora | 40 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to stormwater are not well considered. |
| 20 Feb 2008 | Dolphin Point | 99 lot community title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 9 Oct 2007 | Mollymook | 79 lot strata title subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions are not well considered. |
| 28 Aug 2007 | Dolphin Point | 7 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Jul 2007 | Moonee | 10 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
Summary of advice in 2006-07
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 29 May 2007 | Bonnells Bay | 165 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 May 2007 | Batemans Bay | Reconfiguration of 6 lot subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan. |
| 3 May 2007 | Long Beach | 7 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 May 2007 | Narooma | 6 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Feb 2007 | Lake Conjola | 21 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 30 Jan 2007 | Tinonee | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 29 Jan 2007 | Nelson Bay | 62 lot community title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Jan 2007 | Bonnells Bay | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Jan 2007 | Shell Cove | 230 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Jan 2007 | Dudlee | 14 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Jan 2007 | Morrisett Park | 7 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Dec 2006 | Sapphire Beach | 7 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Dec 2006 | Huskisson | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Dec 2006 | Sussex Inlet | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Boomerang Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Tea Gardens | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Wagstaffe | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Nov 2006 | Morrisett Park | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 13 Nov 2006 | Shellharbour | 6 lot residential subdivision | Approve the draft master plan. |
| 13 Nov 2006 | Bolton Point | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 13 Nov 2006 | Newport | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Nov 2006 | Long Jetty | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Nov 2006 | Moruya Heads | 3 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Nov 2006 | Point Frederick | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Nov 2006 | Green Point | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2006 | North Wallarah | Creation of 1700 residential allotments | Do not approve the draft master plan. |
| 18 Oct 2006 | North Arm Cove | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Oct 2006 | Callala Bay | 6 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Oct 2006 | Mollymook | 10 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2006 | Forster | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2006 | Elizabeth Beach | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2006 | Ulladulla | 6 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2006 | Emerald Beach | 2 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 13 Sep 2006 | Sapphire | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 13 Sep 2006 | Bundabah | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 13 Sep 2006 | Silverwater | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2006 | Bonny Hills | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 29 Aug 2006 | North Arm Cove | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Jul 2006 | Avoca Beach | 7 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Jul 2006 | Canton Beach | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Jul 2006 | Shoalhaven Heads | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Jul 2006 | Hyland Park | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Jul 2006 | Vincentia | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Jul 2006 | North Macksville | 5 lot torrens title rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Culburra Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | South West Rocks | 47 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Lennox Head | 22 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Blue Bay | 4 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Malua Bay | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | South West Rocks | 25 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Arrawarra | 2 lot torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 Jul 2006 | Kingscliff | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Jul 2006 | Batehaven | 63 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Jul 2006 | Daleys Point | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Jul 2006 | Callala Bay | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 3 Jul 2006 | Pottsville | 255 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
Summary of advice in 2005-06
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 22 Jun 2006 | Bonny Hills | 17 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Jun 2006 | Kianga | 20 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Jun 2006 | Tuross Head | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Jun 2006 | Sunshine Bay | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Jun 2006 | Swansea | 3 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Jun 2006 | Spears Point | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 26 May 2006 | Wagstaffe | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 26 May 2006 | Ballina | 14 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 26 May 2006 | Narooma | 34 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 17 May 2006 | Morisset | Create 198 residential allotments | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to effluent disposal, stormwater management are not well considered. |
| 10 May 2006 | Boat Harbour | 10 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 10 May 2006 | Callala Bay | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 4 May 2006 | Milligandi | 7 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 4 Apr 2006 | Tuross Head | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 4 Apr 2006 | Minnamurra | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 4 Apr 2006 | Blackalls Park | 6 lot infill development | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 4 Apr 2006 | Coal Point | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Horsfield Bay | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Cronulla | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Long Beach | Dual occupancy | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Macksville | 19 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Mar 2006 | Banora Point | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Mar 2006 | Bellwood | 32 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 1 Mar 2006 | Callala Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 1 Mar 2006 | Fingal Head | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Sutherland | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Avoca Beach | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Ashby | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Davistown | 2 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Long Beach | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Batehaven | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Swansea | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Maclean | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Conjola | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Port Macquarie | Dual occupancy torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Feb 2006 | Coffs Harbour | 10 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Feb 2006 | Woolgoolga | 86 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan. |
| 7 Feb 2006 | Moonee Beach | 37 lot torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 6 Feb 2006 | Werri Beach | 3 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Feb 2006 | One Mile Beach | 13 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Feb 2006 | North Ulladulla | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 6 Feb 2006 | North Arm Cove | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jan 2006 | Kiama | Dual occupancy | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jan 2006 | Port Macquarie | Dual occupancy | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jan 2006 | Maclean | 3 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jan 2006 | Bogangar | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 23 Dec 2005 | Merimbula | 58 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan as the SEPP 71 provisions related to stormwater management are not well considered. |
| 15 Dec 2005 | South Macksville | Creation of 65 residential lots | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 15 Dec 2005 | Lower Nambucca | 18 lot community title subdivision | Approve the draft master plan. |
| 15 Dec 2005 | South West Rocks | 27 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 7 Nov 2005 | Eden | Creation of 350 residential allotments | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to public access and stormwater management are not well considered. |
| 31 Oct 2005 | Manyana | 72 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 31 Oct 2005 | Macksville | Creation of 376 residential allotments | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Oct 2005 | Casuarina | 32 lot community title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 28 Oct 2005 | Ballina | 41 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Oct 2005 | Woombah | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Oct 2005 | Berrara | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2005 | Kiama | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2005 | Kiama | Dual occupancy | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2005 | Hyland Park | 13 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 19 Oct 2005 | Ashby | 9 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 19 Oct 2005 | Coffs Harbour | Bushfire management | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 19 Oct 2005 | Boambee East | 2 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 19 Oct 2005 | Lake Cathie | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 19 Oct 2005 | South West Rocks | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 19 Oct 2005 | Nerong | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Fern Bay | Creation of 950 residential lots | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to cultural heritage, threatened species, stormwater and climate change are not well considered. |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Moonee | 2 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 28 Sep 2005 | North Nowra | 43 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality, flora and fauna and cultural heritage are not well considered. |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Red Head | 66 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Woombah | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Nelson Bay | 98 lot community title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 28 Sep 2005 | Brunswick Heads | 208 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan |
| 1 Sep 2005 | Moonee | 60 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality, flora and fauna are not well considered. |
| 1 Sep 2005 | Moonee | 107 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the draft master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality, flora and fauna are not well considered. |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Callala Bay | 2lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Valla Beach | 4lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Gerroa | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Swan Bay | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Scotts Head | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 16 Aug 2005 | Port Macquarie | 23 lot torrens title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | Woolgoolga | 5 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | Tunblegum | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | Port Macquarie | 2 lot torrens titleresidential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | South West Rocks | 6 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | Callala Bay | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan |
| 26 Jul 2005 | South West Rocks | 45 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan |
| 20 Jul 2005 | South West Rocks | 35 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan |
| 19 Jul 2005 | Wallabi Point | 107 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan |
Summary of advice in 2004-05
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 24 Jun 2005 | Millingandi | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 24 Jun 2005 | Emerald Beach | 3 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 24 Jun 2005 | Coffs Harbour | 60 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality are not well considered. |
| 24 Jun 2005 | Bonny Hills | 13 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as the land is not zoned by Council. |
| 24 Jun 2005 | Banora Point | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | West Ballina | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | Narooma | 2 lot torrens title subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to public access, visual amenity and water quality are not well considered. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | Narooma | 73 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality, stormwater, and flora and fauna are not well considered. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | Lennox Head | 8 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | East Ballina | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 14 Jun 2005 | Ballina | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 May 2005 | Woolgoolga | 89 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the master plan until the estuary management plan is finalised. |
| 18 May 2005 | North Arm Cove | 2 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to water quality and stormwater are not well considered. |
| 5 May 2005 | Scotts Head | 2 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 5 May 2005 | North Boambee | 2 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 5 May 2005 | Macksville | 28 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 5 May 2005 | Lennox Head | 6 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 5 May 2005 | Coffs Harbour | Creation of resort, 60 and 248 apartments | Do not approve the master plan as provisions related to beach amenity, public access and water quality are not well considered. |
| 5 May 2005 | Coffs Harbour | 2 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to the proposal complying with Government's coastal policies. |
| 21 Apr 2005 | Port Macquarie | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Mar 2005 | St Georges Basin | 50 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Mar 2005 | Port Macquarie | 2 lot torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Woolgoolga | 7 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Warregah | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Nambucca Heads | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Maclean | 101 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to flooding and water quality are not well considered. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Lennox Head | 45 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the master plan as SEPP 71 requirements are not well considered in the documents provided. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Laurieton | 43-49 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to the proposal meeting the stormwater provisions of SEPP 71. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Harrington | 65 lot subdivision | Do not approve the master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to flooding, public access to foreshore, and foreshore protection are not well considered. |
| 8 Mar 2005 | Crescent Head | 29 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 31 Jan 2005 | Woolgoolga | 3 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to the proposal addressing the coastal erosion issues. |
| 27 Jan 2005 | Fishermans Reach | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to the proposal addrssing the effluent management issues. |
| 27 Jan 2005 | Eden | 2 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan subject to the proposal complying with Government's coastal policies. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Tea Gardens | 500-700 lot residential subdivision | Do not waive the need for a master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to stormwater are not well considered. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | South West Rocks | 201 lot residential subdivision | Do not approve the master plan as SEPP 71 provisions related to visual amenity, bushfire protection and water quality are not well considered |
| 23 Dec 2004 | North Red Head | Final stage of Figtree Hill Estate | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Nambucca Heads | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Mondrook | 5 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Korora | 9 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Korora | 7 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Korora | 6 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | Kingscliff | 6 lot torrens title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 23 Dec 2004 | East Ballina | 2 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2004 | Hawks Nest | 33 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 25 Oct 2004 | Batemans Bay | 187 lot residential subdivision | Approve the draft master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well considered. |
| 25 Oct 2004 | Batemans Bay | Lincoln Downes development | Approve the draft master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well considered. |
| 25 Oct 2004 | Batemans Bay | 150 lot rural residential subdivision | Approve the draft master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well considered. |
| 23 Sep 2004 | Coffs Harbour | 364 lot residential subdivision | Approve the master plan as relevant SEPP 71 provisions are well considered. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | Port Macquarie | 4 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | Moonee | 22 lot community title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | Lower Nambucca | 22 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | Lower Nambucca | 24 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | Evans Head | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 21 Sep 2004 | North Red Head | Final Stage of Figtree Hill | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2004 | Tweed Heads South | 5 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2004 | Nambucca Heads | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2004 | Culburra Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision (Lot 347) | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2004 | Culburra Beach | 2 lot residential subdivision (Lot 345) | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 8 Sep 2004 | Casuarina Beach | Strata titling of approved subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 2 Aug 2004 | Wrights Beach | 5 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 2 Aug 2004 | Tuncurry | 26 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Jul 2004 | Numbaa | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Jul 2004 | Macksville | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Jul 2004 | Culburra | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jul 2004 | Woombah | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jul 2004 | Woodford Island | 2 lot rural residential subdivision (Lot 4) | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jul 2004 | Woodford Island | 2 lot rural residential subdivision (Lot 3) | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jul 2004 | Vincentia | 4 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 Jul 2004 | Valla Beach | 4 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
Summary of advice in 2003-04
| Advice date | Location | Matter | Commission's recommendation |
| 18 Jun 2004 | Gumma | 15 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 18 Jun 2004 | Banora Point | 29 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 27 May 2004 | Eden | Tourist resort residential subdivision | Approve the master plan. |
| 20 May 2004 | Woolgoolga | 5 lot strata title residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 May 2004 | Valla Beach | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 May 2004 | Urunga | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 20 May 2004 | Laurieton | 15 lot residential subdivision | Approve the master plan. |
| 6 May 2004 | Lennox Head | 579 lot residential subdivision | Approve the master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Tweed Heads South | 2 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Swan Bay | 3 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Sandy Beach | Boundary adjustment | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | North Macksville | 15 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Moonee | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Coomba Park | 3 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 28 Apr 2004 | Bawley Point | 3 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Yamba | 18 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Woombah | 12 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | West Kiama | 70 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Terranora | 16 lot subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Pottsville Beach | 57 lot residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Kalaru | 25 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Greenwell Point | 5 service apartments | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Bellwood | 24 lot strata title subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
| 16 Apr 2004 | Ashby Island | 2 lot rural residential subdivision | Waive the need for a master plan. |
Submission to the NSW planning system review (November 2011)
Periodic progress report - Master planning
under SEPP 71 (April 2007)
