Blue Mountains City Council

Downloads




 

Environmental Guides

The following environmental guidelines are provided to assist in the assessment of flora and fauna on development sites, and to assist in describing their proposed management and conservation on Blue Mountains properties.
Flora and Fauna Assessment Guidelines: The Guidelines is a checklist to assist in the preparation of an environmental assessment for a proposed development. The relevant clauses under the Local Environmental Plan needs to be considered with respect to flora and fauna protection and management. The assessment must be undertaken by persons with experience and hold qualifications in the survey and assessment of flora and fauna. Download at right.

Vegetation Management Plan Guide: A Vegetation Management Plan (VMP) is a map based report intended to assist the property owner or occupier in managing their development site (planned or existing) in order to ensure that existing bushland elements on their land are protected from excessive human induced disturbance. A VMP is generally a requirement on sites where there are number of environmental constraints or high level ecological values. It should contain a concise written report (Part 1) and a map or plan drawing (Part 2) of the study area. The Vegetation Management Plan Guide will assist in the preparation of a detailed vegetation management plan. Download at right.