Council, at its meeting on 14 February 2023 resolved to exhibit an amendment to the Burwood Development Control Plan (BDCP) with respect to preservation of trees or vegetation (Section 6.1 of the BDCP).

The amendment responds to changes in legislation (State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021) with respect to permits to clear trees and vegetation and ensures that an application can be made for a tree permit and that Council can still issue such a permit.

The amendment is on public exhibition from 6 March 2023 to 3 April 2023. A copy of the draft Section 6.1 is available in the document library.

If you have something to say about the amendment to Section 6.1 we encourage you to make a submission. All submissions must be in writing and must be received by 3 April 2023. Please quote reference number SUB 22/492 and include in the subject line: "DCP Amendment – Preservation of Trees or Vegetation".

Make a Submission

Submissions can be sent via:

Email: council@burwood.nsw.gov.au

Post: Burwood Council, PO Box 240, BURWOOD NSW 1805

Any person making a submission must lodge a Disclosure Statement if a reportable political donation or gift has been made to certain people or organisations within the last 2 years. Please contact Council for a Disclosure Statement form.