DA assessment

Development applications are assessed with regard to Section 79C of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

This includes such matters as:

  • The provisions of any relevant planning instruments or Council guidelines (Development Control Plans)
  • The likely environmental, social or economic impacts of the development in the locality
  • The suitability of the site for the development
  • Any submissions made in response to public notification of the development
  • The public interest.

To view the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act go to Section 79C of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 External link

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City Administration Centre
282 King Street
Newcastle NSW 2300

Tel: 02 4974 2000