What Are Public Notices?
Important community information including updated council policies, development applications received and public exhibitions of strategies.
Use the links below to access documents and proposals currently on exhibition.
Development Assessments Move Online
As a result of COVID-19, the majority of local newspapers have ceased printing. Changes to the Act were introduced in April 2020 to remove the need for newspaper advertisements and increase the use of digital service…
Local Planning PanelWollondilly Shire Local Planning Panel (LPP) consists of independent qualified individuals, responsible for the determination of development applications and provide advice on planning proposals. Meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of each month commencing at 3.30pm within Council Chambers in the Wollondilly Shire Hall 44-60 Menangle Street, Picton.
Anyone who has lodged a submission to an application being considered by the LPP, will be notified of the date a…
Privacy StatementYour personal information is collected here so you can receive flood information for a specific property. You may access (and correct) the information you have provided about yourself. Please contact council's Privacy Contact Officer if you would like to know more about how Council protects your privacy.
This page provides further information regarding your rate account and can be used to make application for rating services with Council.
Read more about "Rates"...Mulching your garden beds improves soil health and prevents water loss through evaporation.
Mulching is the number one rule for water conservation in your garden. Adding mulch to your garden beds can prevent water loss by up to 25 per cent, reducing evaporation rates and increasing the water storage capacity of your soil.
Soil is the starting point for life in the garden (and in the forest, bush and grassland). It is continually being made in one of nature's great cycles. We can't ma…
Renovations are the ideal opportunity to make your house more efficient and sustainable. Try these tips and feel good about your home.
From the design through to the construction of your renovation, opportunities exist to lighten your environmental footprint. These changes can range from short-term aspects (e.g. safely managing and recycling building waste) to long-term improvements in the energy efficiency of your home.
If you're renovating, explore good design: it can save energy, water…
Are you interested in sponsoring some of Council's events during the year?
Sponsorship benefits vary depending on the program/event.
Sponsorship opportunities include:
Illuminate Wollondilly
Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Mayoral Charity Event
Doggy Day Out
Spring Garden Competition
BLOOM: Wollondilly Garden Expo & Plant Fair
Christmas Lights Competition
Twilight Christmas Markets
The Beach Bus
Youth Week Events
Seniors Week Events and Activities
Stay in the LoopIf you're intereste…
Purpose
The Community Grants Program provides funding towards community projects, events and small capital equipment purchases to support community organisations and groups operating within the Wollondilly Local Government Area for the benefit of local communities. The Community Grants Program will be open for applications in May each year with successful recipients presented with funds in August.
Eligibility
To be eligible for funding an organisation must meet all of the following:
Be a n…
The Sponsorship Program provides funding up to $1,000 to support community events and programs or up to $500 for minor works that Council recognises as having significant economic and social benefit to the Wollondilly Community and the Wollondilly Local Government Area. Sponsorships are provided twice per year in May and October.
Before applying please ensure you understand full program details and eligibility. To view this information visit the Sponsorship Program page.
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All information required when preparing a development application.
Read more about "Preparing a DA"...Use our DA Tracker to view a Development Application or to make a submission.
Read more about "Find a DA (DA Tracker)"...Information on my propertyHow to access information regarding your property including land zoning, development control plans and more.
The Planning Portal provides property details and information including:
Lot / Plan No.
Land Zoning
Building Height
Minimum Lot Size
Mine Subsidence
State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs)
Development Control Plans (DCPs)
Contribution Plans (CPs)
To locate this information for a property go to the Planning Portal and enter the applicable property address.…
Our aim is to provide an efficient, effective and reliable development assessment service. This may start with pre-Development Application (DA) consultation, which is designed to identify and resolve issues and deficiencies at an early stage before a DA is submitted.
Our pre-DA service gives applicants the opportunity to meet with development assessment staff and receive valuable advice prior to lodging a DA.
Pre DA Consultation Meeting Request Form
Duty Planner Booking Form
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Dividing Fences Act 1991
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Thirlmere Festival of Steam
Huff N Puff Road Race and Family Fun Run
National Sorry Day – Community Commemoration
Wollondilly’s Community Grants Program Opens for 2025
Community to have their say on Bargo Sportsground Master Plan
Council votes not to support Planning Proposal for Appin Part 2 Precinct