Wollondilly Shire Council

We found 121 search results

• New Tree Planting

  Information to consider when planting trees on your property or in public spaces.
  
   
  
  Planting Trees on Private PropertyIf you wish to plant trees on your private property you do not require approval to do so. We recommend planting native trees if possible.
  
  Our Community Nursery provides five free native plants to Wollondilly Shire residents per quarter. See our Community Nursery page for further information.
  
  When planting please consider:
  
  How it may affect your neighbours
  Future growth
  Power…

  Read more about "New Tree Planting"...

• Make a Payment

   
  
  Please ensure you have submitted the relevant application form prior to making payment.
  
  Once your application form has been submitted, please call Council’s Customer Service team for payment on 4677 1100.
  
   
  
  This form CANNOT be used for payments on:
  
  Rates and Charges
  Accounts Receivable/Debtors
  Approval to Operate Septic Fees
  Sundry Debts
  
  Please use the payment options listed on your Rates and Charges Notice or Invoice or contact Council’s Revenue Team on (02) 4677 1100 for assistance.
  
   …

  Read more about "Make a Payment"...

• Request for Copy of Approval to Operate Sewage Management System License

  Payment
  You will be redirected to the Make a Payment page upon submission of this form. A fee of $35.50 is required with the submission of this form.
  
  You can also download the PDF Form
  
  $UserDefinedForm

  Read more about "Request for Copy of Approval to Operate Sewage Management System License"...

• Plumbing and Drainage

  Considerations for the installation and connection of plumbing and drainage.
  
  Plumbing and drainage works on a property that is not connected to a Sydney Water town water supply and Sewer supply will require prior approval from Council. The required application is a Section 68 Application under the Local Government Act.
  
   
  
  Frequently Asked Questions

  Read more about "Plumbing and Drainage"...

• Wood Heaters and Fires

  Solid fuel home heaters are also known as ‘slow combustion heaters/ cookers’, ‘pot belly stoves’, ‘wood fire heaters’ or ‘tile fires’.
  
  Approval is required from Council for the installation of a wood or oil fueled heater, under Section 68 of the Local Government Act, 1993. Wood heaters must be installed in accordance with the Australian Building Code and Australian Standard AS/NZS 2918 to ensure the safety of the house, its occupants and the environment.
  
  If you already have a wood fire heater,…

  Read more about "Wood Heaters and Fires"...

• Farm Dams

  Frequently asked questions about the approval and construction of farm dams.
  
   
  
  What is a Farm Dam?Within the Wollondilly Local Environmental Plan 2011 dams are defined as:
  
  Water storage facility means a dam, weir or reservoir for the collection and storage of water, and includes associated monitoring or gauging equipment.
  
  Note: water storage facilities are part of a water supply system, as defined in the Local Environment Plan.
  
   
  
  Frequently Asked Questions

  Read more about "Farm Dams"...

• Media Statement - Dog Breeding in Wollondilly

  “I would like to reassure community members that Council is not changing our policy or approach to dog breeding across the Shire.
  Council has always adopted a common sense approach to the management and control of animal breeding, based upon fairness and an understanding that this is a recreational hobby enjoyed by many residents.
  Ultimately the NSW Government sets the rules on what’s allowable and of course our approach must be balanced against the legislative requirement for Council to invest…

  Read more about "Media Statement - Dog Breeding in Wollondilly"...

• Wollondilly Council to consider Place Plan for Picton

  A re-imagined vision for the town of Picton was on the agenda when Wollondilly Council considered the proposed Picton Place Plan at last night’s Council meeting.
  
  The plan has now been approved for Public Exhibition, with residents having the opportunity to give their feedback on the future direction of the town.  
  
  With the Wollondilly Community Cultural and Civic Precinct identified in Council’s 20 year land use vision for the Shire, Wollondilly 2040, Picton’s role is emerging as a vibrant, st…

  Read more about "Wollondilly Council to consider Place Plan for Picton"...

• Council issues planning approval for $20 million shopping centre in Silverdale

  Wollondilly residents can now look forward to a new village centre and commercial hub in the northern end of the Shire, with DA consent issued for a new $20m shopping centre in Silverdale.
  
  This is an important stepping stone for the expansion of the Silverdale village centre; the culmination of a complex planning process which involved extensive collaboration between Council staff and the proponent’s design team.
  
  The land was rezoned in recent years following Council’s decision to set a new st…

  Read more about "Council issues planning approval for $20 million shopping centre in Silverdale "...

• Council concentrates on Roads, Growth, Economy and Organisational Performance with new Operational Plan & Budget

  Wollondilly Council will consider its draft Operational Plan and
  Budget at Tuesday night’s meeting, with the focus for the year
  ahead on the key areas of roads, planning for growth,
  supporting economic development and improving
  organisational performance.
  
  Part of Council’s Delivery Plan, the Operational Plan outlines
  how Council will continue to deliver important ongoing
  services for the Wollondilly community in the 2022/23 financial
  year.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “Wollondilly is in a major peri…

  Read more about "Council concentrates on Roads, Growth, Economy and Organisational Performance with new Operational Plan & Budget"...

• Community feedback sought on draft Neighbourhood Plan for South East Wilton

  Council is seeking initial community feedback on the first Neighbourhood Plan for the South East Wilton Precinct, also known as Wilton Greens.
  
  The South East Draft Neighbourhood Plan No.1 will provide for approximately 1,286 lots with a range of lot sizes, and includes both residential and employment lands, a local centre, a school, playing fields, and passive and active open spaces.
  
  CEO Ben Taylor explained, “A Neighbourhood Plan submitted to Council is similar to a land use Master Plan prepa…

  Read more about "Community feedback sought on draft Neighbourhood Plan for South East Wilton"...

• A robust Operational Plan and Budget sets Council up to focus on roads and deliver significant improvements in new Financial Year

  Roads are the clear top priority in Wollondilly Council’s 2022/23 Operational Plan and Budget, which includes a record investment of over $50 million in capital works, as well as many other great projects which will be delivered across the Shire in the next 12 months.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “This is the first budget and operational plan for the new Council and my first as Mayor, so I’m excited to see us deliver these projects for the community and to make sure that Wollondilly continues to be a…

  Read more about "A robust Operational Plan and Budget sets Council up to focus on roads and deliver significant improvements in new Financial Year"...

• Roads, sporting fields and community facilities plus improved performance major focus in Council’s new Operational Plan and Budget

  In response to community feedback, Wollondilly Council’s newly adopted 2022/23 Operational Plan and Budget prioritises the Shire’s road network and also focusses on community infrastructure, planning for growth, local economic development, and improving organisational performance.
  
  Mayor Matt Gould said, “This plan outlines how Council will continue to deliver important ongoing services for the Wollondilly community in the year ahead in order to deliver better outcomes for everyone.”
  
  “It is imp…

  Read more about "Roads, sporting fields and community facilities plus improved performance major focus in Council’s new Operational Plan and Budget"...

• Stormwater Drainage Issues

  Stormwater Issues on private property are a common issue throughout NSW. Stormwater is rainwater that runs off surfaces such as lawns, roads, roofs, carparks and natural ground surfaces.
  
  Stormwater that is unable to enter the underground drainage system will find is natural way to the nearest watercourse via overland flow paths. The overland flow paths are typically natural depressions (that often occur through private property), open channels, roadways and public reserves.
  
  Property Owner’s Re…

  Read more about "Stormwater Drainage Issues"...

• Mayor seeks urgent repairs for Barkers Lodge Road

  Wollondilly Mayor Matt Gould will be seeking Council endorsement to advocate for Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to urgently prioritise repairs to Barkers Lodge Road.
  
  The Wollondilly Shire experienced record rainfall throughout March and April 2022 which triggered landslips and rockfalls across the Shire and caused significant damage to Council’s road infrastructure.
  
  Barkers Lodge Road at Picton suffered major landslips during the series of intense storm events; and has subsequently o…

  Read more about "Mayor seeks urgent repairs for Barkers Lodge Road"...