Comprehensive Development Control Plan (DCP) Review

Project typeInfrastructure and Environment
Project valueThe project is funded by Council’s General Fund and will be delivered by Council staff.
Completion Date31 December 2027

Project background

Council staff are undertaking a thorough review of DCP 2013. The project, known as the Comprehensive Development Control Plan Review (the DCP Review) consists of four stages and will result in a whole new DCP with the name reflecting the year of completion.

Each stage will be presented to Council on completion of the drafts, seeking a resolution for public exhibition. Following public exhibition, any feedback and proposed amendments will be reported back to Council for adoption, with each stage coming into effect once adopted by Council. Once all stages of the review are completed, the DCP will be renamed to reflect the year of completion.

After each stage is adopted, it’s use will be monitored for any required amendments.

Stage 1

The Stage 1 amendments include new Stormwater Guidelines for Development. For more information, go to Development Control Plan (see Related Information).

Exising sections	New section/s or amending section/s
1. Preliminary	1. Preliminary
4.3. Setbacks	4.3. Setbacks
5.7. On-site Sewerage Management	5.7. On-site Wastewater Management
5.8.3. Contaminated land	5.8.3. Contaminated land
5.8.4. Bushfire prone land	5.8.4. Bush fire prone land
5.10. Subdivision Standards	5.10. Subdivision Standards
6. Engineering Standards	5.13. Roads and access 5.14. Stormwater and soil management 5.15. Connecting to water and sewer services 5.16. Crown roads
NA	5.17. Waste Management

Stage 2

Stage 2 of the DCP Review will include review of the following sections:

3 Residential Development
4 Rural Development
5.1 Aboriginal Heritage
5.2 Non Aboriginal Heritage
5.4 Social and Economic Impacts
5.5 Sustainable Design Principles
5.6 Tree and Vegetation Preservation
5.8 Planning for Hazards

Stage 3

Stage 3 of the DCP Review will include review of the following sections:

2 Commercial and Industrial Development
5.3 Access and Mobility
5.9 Off-street Car and Bicycle Parking
5.11 Signage and Advertising
5.12 Tourist Accommodation and Caravan Parks

Stage 4

Stage 4 of the DCP Review will include review of the following:

1 Preliminary
7 Site Specific Requirements
Document structure
Document layout
Document format

Purpose

The aims of the project are to:

respond to changes in the legislative, judicial and development context
give effect to current NSW and the South East and Tablelands Region plans and strategies
give effect to Council’s current strategies, policies and procedures
update references to legislation, standards and Council’s policies and procedures
provide more certainty and transparency for developers
review the layout, format and structure of DCP 2013 with the intent of delivering an accessible and dynamic online resource.

Funding

The project is funded by Council’s General Fund and will be delivered by Council staff.

This project supports the implementation of Council’s adopted Delivery Plan 2025-2029 as identified through the following Focus Project:

Progress comprehensive review of Bega Valley Development Control Plan

Connection to Council's Community Strategic Plan

This project aligns with Bega Valley Shire Council Community Strategic Plan through:

Our Community

We are a vibrant, respectful, inclusive and connected community that enjoys a culturally rich community life.
- A.3 Ensure growth and change in our towns and villages enhances character that reflects local identity, improves liveability, and supports community needs
Our shire is a safe and affordable place to live.
- A.8 Support opportunities for provision of diverse and affordable housing.

Our Environment

Our air and water are clean, and our natural environment and rural landscapes are protected
- C.1 Deliver and support integrated water management.
Our air and water are clean, and our natural environment and rural landscapes are protected
- C.2 Ensure land use planning and resource use supports sustainable growth whilst protecting the quality of the natural environment and our rural landscapes.
We are leaders in sustainable living and support innovative approaches to resource use and sustainable design principles.
- C.3 Support innovative approaches to waste minimisation and resource recovery, circular economy and local solutions.
We are leaders in sustainable living and support innovative approaches to resource use
- C.4 Adopt sustainable design principles in the planning of our urban areas and infrastructure provision, and encourage sustainable buildings and lifestyles.

Our Infrastructure

Our infrastructure meets community needs.
- D.1 Plan and provide for waste, water, sewerage and stormwater infrastructure and services that will meet current and future needs.
Our transport networks support our community to work, learn and socialise.
- D.4 Plan for, develop and deliver active transport options by creating paths and tracks for walking and cycling.
We are an informed and engaged community with transparent, consultative and responsive Government services.
- E.1 Lead, govern and regulate in an ethical, equitable, transparent and accountable way

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the DCP review be completed?

The project has been divided into four manageable stages with completion anticipated for 2027. Each stage will come into effect as adopted by Council, rather than waiting for the completion of all stages.