Table Of Contents

Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013

Part 1 Preliminary
1.1   Name of Plan
This Plan is Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013.
1.1AA   Commencement
This Plan commences on the day on which it is published on the NSW legislation website.
1.2   Aims of Plan
(1)  This Plan aims to make local environmental planning provisions for land in Cooma-Monaro in accordance with the relevant standard environmental planning instrument under section 33A of the Act.
(2)  The particular aims of this Plan are as follows:
(a)  to plan and manage for environmental sustainability,
(b)  to promote and coordinate the orderly and economic use and development of land,
(c)  to provide clarity and certainty for the community regarding the future development of Cooma-Monaro, while allowing flexibility to respond to change,
(d)  to encourage opportunities for primary production in rural areas,
(e)  to encourage opportunities for development in the urban area, including industrial land,
(f)  to support the growth of villages while ensuring their character is retained,
(g)  to protect historic, environmentally significant and cultural sites and areas of quality visual amenity,
(h)  to encourage the siting and management of development to avoid, as far as practicable, conflict between adjoining and nearby land uses, both within and between zones having regard to likely future land uses,
(i)  to provide a range of housing opportunities, including rural residential development in the vicinity of Cooma-Monaro and the villages,
(j)  to protect watercourses, riparian habitats, wetlands and water quality within water catchments.
1.3   Land to which Plan applies
This Plan applies to the land identified on the Land Application Map.
1.4   Definitions
The Dictionary at the end of this Plan defines words and expressions for the purposes of this Plan.
1.5   Notes
Notes in this Plan are provided for guidance and do not form part of this Plan.
1.6   Consent authority
The consent authority for the purposes of this Plan is (subject to the Act) the Council.
1.7   Maps
(1)  A reference in this Plan to a named map adopted by this Plan is a reference to a map by that name:
(a)  approved by the Minister when the map is adopted, and
(b)  as amended or replaced from time to time by maps declared by environmental planning instruments to amend or replace that map, and approved by the Minister when the instruments are made.
(1AA)  A reference to the Minister in subclause (1) is taken to be a reference to the Greater Sydney Commission in the case of any map that applies to a local government area in the Greater Sydney Region (within the meaning of the Greater Sydney Commission Act 2015) and that is adopted by a local environmental plan on or after 27 January 2016.
(2)  Any 2 or more named maps may be combined into a single map. In that case, a reference in this Plan to any such named map is a reference to the relevant part or aspect of the single map.
(3)  Any such maps are to be kept and made available for public access in accordance with arrangements approved by the Minister.
(4)  For the purposes of this Plan, a map may be in, and may be kept and made available in, electronic or paper form, or both.
Note—
The maps adopted by this Plan are to be made available on the official NSW legislation website in connection with this Plan. Requirements relating to the maps are set out in the documents entitled Standard technical requirements for LEP maps and Standard requirements for LEP GIS data which are available on the website of the Department of Planning and Environment.
1.8   Repeal of planning instruments applying to land
(1)  All local environmental plans and deemed environmental planning instruments applying only to the land to which this Plan applies are repealed.
Note—
The following local environmental plans are repealed under this provision:
(2)  All local environmental plans and deemed environmental planning instruments applying to the land to which this Plan applies and to other land cease to apply to the land to which this Plan applies.
Note—
1.8A   Savings provision relating to development applications
If a development application has been made before the commencement of this Plan in relation to land to which this Plan applies and the application has not been finally determined before that commencement, the application must be determined as if this Plan had not commenced.
Note—
However, under Division 4B of Part 3 of the Act, a development application may be made for consent to carry out development that may only be carried out if the environmental planning instrument applying to the relevant development is appropriately amended or if a new instrument, including an appropriate principal environmental planning instrument, is made, and the consent authority may consider the application. The Division requires public notice of the development application and the draft environmental planning instrument allowing the development at the same time, or as closely together as is practicable.
1.9   Application of SEPPs
(1)  This Plan is subject to the provisions of any State environmental planning policy that prevails over this Plan as provided by section 36 of the Act.
(2)  The following State environmental planning policies (or provisions) do not apply to the land to which this Plan applies:
1.9A   Suspension of covenants, agreements and instruments
(1)  For the purpose of enabling development on land in any zone to be carried out in accordance with this Plan or with a consent granted under the Act, any agreement, covenant or other similar instrument that restricts the carrying out of that development does not apply to the extent necessary to serve that purpose.
(2)  This clause does not apply:
(a)  to a covenant imposed by the Council or that the Council requires to be imposed, or
(b)  to any prescribed instrument within the meaning of section 183A of the Crown Lands Act 1989, or
(c)  to any conservation agreement within the meaning of the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, or
(d)  to any Trust agreement within the meaning of the Nature Conservation Trust Act 2001, or
(e)  to any property vegetation plan within the meaning of the Native Vegetation Act 2003, or
(f)  to any biobanking agreement within the meaning of Part 7A of the Threatened Species Conservation Act 1995, or
(g)  to any planning agreement within the meaning of Division 6 of Part 4 of the Act.
(3)  This clause does not affect the rights or interests of any public authority under any registered instrument.
(4)  Under section 28 of the Act, the Governor, before the making of this clause, approved of subclauses (1)–(3).
Part 2 Permitted or prohibited development
2.1   Land use zones
The land use zones under this Plan are as follows:
Rural Zones
RU1 Primary Production
RU3 Forestry
RU5 Village
Residential Zones
R1 General Residential
R2 Low Density Residential
R5 Large Lot Residential
Business Zones
B1 Neighbourhood Centre
B2 Local Centre
B3 Commercial Core
B4 Mixed Use
B5 Business Development
Industrial Zones
IN1 General Industrial
Special Purpose Zones
SP2 Infrastructure
Recreation Zones
RE1 Public Recreation
RE2 Private Recreation
Environment Protection Zones
E1 National Parks and Nature Reserves
E2 Environmental Conservation
E3 Environmental Management
E4 Environmental Living
2.2   Zoning of land to which Plan applies
For the purposes of this Plan, land is within the zones shown on the Land Zoning Map.
2.3   Zone objectives and Land Use Table
(1)  The Land Use Table at the end of this Part specifies for each zone:
(a)  the objectives for development, and
(b)  development that may be carried out without development consent, and
(c)  development that may be carried out only with development consent, and
(d)  development that is prohibited.
(2)  The consent authority must have regard to the objectives for development in a zone when determining a development application in respect of land within the zone.
(3)  In the Land Use Table at the end of this Part:
(a)  a reference to a type of building or other thing is a reference to development for the purposes of that type of building or other thing, and
(b)  a reference to a type of building or other thing does not include (despite any definition in this Plan) a reference to a type of building or other thing referred to separately in the Land Use Table in relation to the same zone.
(4)  This clause is subject to the other provisions of this Plan.
Notes—
1   
Schedule 1 sets out additional permitted uses for particular land.
2   
Schedule 2 sets out exempt development (which is generally exempt from both Parts 4 and 5 of the Act). Development in the land use table that may be carried out without consent is nevertheless subject to the environmental assessment and approval requirements of Part 5 of the Act or, if applicable, Part 3A of the Act.
3   
Schedule 3 sets out complying development (for which a complying development certificate may be issued as an alternative to obtaining development consent).
4   
Clause 2.6 requires consent for subdivision of land.
5   
Part 5 contains other provisions which require consent for particular development.
2.4   Unzoned land
(1)  Development may be carried out on unzoned land only with development consent.
(2)  In deciding whether to grant development consent, the consent authority:
(a)  must consider whether the development will impact on adjoining zoned land and, if so, consider the objectives for development in the zones of the adjoining land, and
(b)  must be satisfied that the development is appropriate and is compatible with permissible land uses in any such adjoining land.
2.5   Additional permitted uses for particular land
(1)  Development on particular land that is described or referred to in Schedule 1 may be carried out:
(a)  with development consent, or
(b)  if the Schedule so provides—without development consent,
in accordance with the conditions (if any) specified in that Schedule in relation to that development.
(2)  This clause has effect despite anything to the contrary in the Land Use Table or other provision of this Plan.
2.6   Subdivision—consent requirements
(1)  Land to which this Plan applies may be subdivided, but only with development consent.
Notes—
1   
If a subdivision is specified as exempt development in an applicable environmental planning instrument, such as this Plan or State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008, the Act enables it to be carried out without development consent.
2   
Part 6 of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 provides that the strata subdivision of a building in certain circumstances is complying development.
(2)  Development consent must not be granted for the subdivision of land on which a secondary dwelling is situated if the subdivision would result in the principal dwelling and the secondary dwelling being situated on separate lots, unless the resulting lots are not less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
Note—
The definition of secondary dwelling in the Dictionary requires the dwelling to be on the same lot of land as the principal dwelling.
2.7   Demolition requires development consent
The demolition of a building or work may be carried out only with development consent.
Note—
If the demolition of a building or work is identified in an applicable environmental planning instrument, such as this Plan or State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008, as exempt development, the Act enables it to be carried out without development consent.
2.8   Temporary use of land
(1)  The objective of this clause is to provide for the temporary use of land if the use does not compromise future development of the land, or have detrimental economic, social, amenity or environmental effects on the land.
(2)  Despite any other provision of this Plan, development consent may be granted for development on land in any zone for a temporary use for a maximum period of 52 days (whether or not consecutive days) in any period of 12 months.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the temporary use will not prejudice the subsequent carrying out of development on the land in accordance with this Plan and any other applicable environmental planning instrument, and
(b)  the temporary use will not adversely impact on any adjoining land or the amenity of the neighbourhood, and
(c)  the temporary use and location of any structures related to the use will not adversely impact on environmental attributes or features of the land, or increase the risk of natural hazards that may affect the land, and
(d)  at the end of the temporary use period the land will, as far as is practicable, be restored to the condition in which it was before the commencement of the use.
(4)  Despite subclause (2), the temporary use of a dwelling as a sales office for a new release area or a new housing estate may exceed the maximum number of days specified in that subclause.
(5)  Subclause (3) (d) does not apply to the temporary use of a dwelling as a sales office mentioned in subclause (4).
Land Use Table
Note—
A type of development referred to in the Land Use Table is a reference to that type of development only to the extent it is not regulated by an applicable State environmental planning policy. The following State environmental planning policies in particular may be relevant to development on land to which this Plan applies:
State Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009 (including provision for secondary dwellings)
State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007—relating to infrastructure facilities such as those that comprise, or are for, air transport, correction, education, electricity generating works and solar energy systems, health services, ports, railways, roads, waste management and water supply systems
Land Use tbl: Am 2017 (493), Sch 1.1 [1].
Zone RU1   Primary Production
1   Objectives of zone
•  To encourage sustainable primary industry production by maintaining and enhancing the natural resource base.
•  To encourage diversity in primary industry enterprises and systems appropriate for the area.
•  To minimise the fragmentation and alienation of resource lands.
•  To minimise conflict between land uses within this zone and land uses within adjoining zones.
•  To encourage land uses that are unlikely to generate significant additional traffic relative to the capacity and safety of a road, or create or increase a condition of ribbon development on any road.
•  To encourage land uses that are unlikely to create unreasonable or uneconomic demands for the provision or extension of public amenities or services.
•  To protect the water quality of receiving watercourses and groundwater systems.
•  To protect the visual landscape values of the rural area.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture; Home-based child care; Home occupations; Horticulture; Viticulture
3   Permitted with consent
Building identification signs; Cellar door premises; Dual occupancies; Dwelling houses; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Intensive livestock agriculture; Intensive plant agriculture; Office premises; Open cut mining; Roads; Roadside stalls; Rural workers’ dwellings; Secondary dwellings; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Amusement centres; Boat building and repair facilities; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Commercial premises; Exhibition villages; Health services facilities; Industrial retail outlets; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Mortuaries; Public administration buildings; Residential accommodation; Sex services premises; Signage; Storage premises; Vehicle body repair workshops; Vehicle repair stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Water recreation structures; Wholesale supplies
Zone RU3   Forestry
1   Objectives of zone
•  To enable development for forestry purposes.
•  To enable other development that is compatible with forestry land uses.
2   Permitted without consent
Roads; Uses authorised under the Forestry Act 2012
3   Permitted with consent
Nil
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone RU5   Village
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide for a range of land uses, services and facilities that are associated with a rural village.
•  To encourage development that is compatible with the general residential character of villages.
•  To allow for small-scale light industrial uses in locations where impacts on residential amenity are negligible.
•  To provide for tourist-oriented development that supports the character of the village and the rural products of Cooma-Monaro.
•  To have regard for the character, including the natural and physical features, of each village.
•  To coordinate village development to achieve the most efficient use of existing utility services (such as water supply systems and sewerage systems) and roads.
•  To protect the water quality of receiving watercourses and groundwater systems and to reduce land degradation.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care; Home occupations
3   Permitted with consent
Agricultural produce industries; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Dwelling houses; Light industries; Liquid fuel depots; Neighbourhood shops; Places of public worship; Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Respite day care centres; Roads; Schools; Self-storage units; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Attached dwellings; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Crematoria; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Industries; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Mortuaries; Open cut mining; Restricted premises; Rural industries; Rural workers’ dwellings; Semi-detached dwellings; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Waste or resource management facilities; Water recreation structures
Zone R1   General Residential
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide for the housing needs of the community.
•  To provide for a variety of housing types and densities.
•  To enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day to day needs of residents.
•  To integrate new development with the established settlement pattern and character.
•  To focus higher density residential development in areas closer to the town centre.
•  To support and reinforce the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care; Home occupations
3   Permitted with consent
Attached dwellings; Boarding houses; Business premises; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Dwelling houses; Group homes; Hostels; Multi dwelling housing; Neighbourhood shops; Places of public worship; Plant nurseries; Residential flat buildings; Respite day care centres; Restaurants or cafes; Roads; Semi-detached dwellings; Seniors housing; Shop top housing; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Amusement centres; Animal boarding or training establishments; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat building and repair facilities; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Commercial premises; Correctional centres; Crematoria; Depots; Emergency services facilities; Entertainment facilities; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Highway service centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Industrial retail outlets; Industrial training facilities; Industries; Information and education facilities; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Mortuaries; Open cut mining; Passenger transport facilities; Public administration buildings; Recreation facilities (major); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Registered clubs; Research stations; Resource recovery facilities; Restricted premises; Rural industries; Rural workers’ dwellings; Service stations; Serviced apartments; Sewage treatment plants; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Transport depots; Truck depots; Vehicle body repair workshops; Vehicle repair stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Waste or resource management facilities; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities; Wholesale supplies
Zone R2   Low Density Residential
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide for the housing needs of the community within a low density residential environment.
•  To enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day to day needs of residents.
•  To integrate new development with the established settlement pattern and character.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care; Home occupations
3   Permitted with consent
Bed and breakfast accommodation; Boarding houses; Car parks; Caravan parks; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Dual occupancies; Dwelling houses; Environmental facilities; Exhibition homes; Group homes; Home occupations (sex services); Neighbourhood shops; Places of public worship; Plant nurseries; Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Respite day care centres; Roads; Seniors housing; Signage; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone R5   Large Lot Residential
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide residential housing in a rural setting while preserving, and minimising impacts on, environmentally sensitive locations and scenic quality.
•  To ensure that large residential lots do not hinder the proper and orderly development of urban areas in the future.
•  To ensure that development in the area does not unreasonably increase the demand for public services or public facilities.
•  To minimise conflict between land uses within this zone and land uses within adjoining zones.
•  To promote an innovative and flexible approach to rural residential development.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture; Home-based child care; Home occupations
3   Permitted with consent
Animal boarding or training establishments; Aquaculture; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cellar door premises; Cemeteries; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Depots; Dual occupancies; Dwelling houses; Eco-tourist facilities; Electricity generating works; Environmental facilities; Exhibition homes; Exhibition villages; Farm buildings; Function centres; Funeral homes; Garden centres; Helipads; Home occupations (sex services); Horticulture; Information and education facilities; Landscaping material supplies; Light industries; Markets; Places of public worship; Plant nurseries; Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor); Recreation facilities (major); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Respite day care centres; Roads; Roadside stalls; Sewage treatment plants; Signage; Tourist and visitor accommodation; Transport depots; Truck depots; Veterinary hospitals; Viticulture; Water recycling facilities; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Hotel or motel accommodation; Serviced apartments; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone B1   Neighbourhood Centre
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide a range of small-scale retail, business and community uses that serve the needs of people who live or work in the surrounding neighbourhood.
•  To support and reinforce the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care
3   Permitted with consent
Amusement centres; Boarding houses; Business premises; Car parks; Centre-based child care facilities; Commercial premises; Community facilities; Entertainment facilities; High technology industries; Information and education facilities; Medical centres; Neighbourhood shops; Places of public worship; Public administration buildings; Recreation facilities (indoor); Respite day care centres; Roads; Service stations; Shop top housing; Signage; Veterinary hospitals; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Bulky goods premises; Cellar door premises; Landscaping material supplies; Pubs; Roadside stalls; Timber yards; Vehicle sales or hire premises; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone B2   Local Centre
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide a range of retail, business, entertainment and community uses that serve the needs of people who live in, work in and visit the local area.
•  To encourage employment opportunities in accessible locations.
•  To maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling.
•  To support and reinforce the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care
3   Permitted with consent
Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Commercial premises; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Entertainment facilities; Function centres; Information and education facilities; Light industries; Medical centres; Passenger transport facilities; Recreation facilities (indoor); Registered clubs; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Roads; Service stations; Shop top housing; Tourist and visitor accommodation; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Animal boarding or training establishments; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat building and repair facilities; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Correctional centres; Crematoria; Exhibition homes; Exhibition villages; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Highway service centres; Industrial training facilities; Industries; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Mortuaries; Open cut mining; Recreation facilities (major); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Research stations; Residential accommodation; Rural industries; Sewage treatment plants; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Transport depots; Truck depots; Vehicle body repair workshops; Waste or resource management facilities; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities
Zone B3   Commercial Core
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide a wide range of retail, business, office, entertainment, community and other suitable land uses that serve the needs of the local and wider community.
•  To encourage appropriate employment opportunities in accessible locations.
•  To maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling.
•  To encourage cultural and community activities.
•  To promote a lively and vibrant town centre.
•  To enhance Cooma-Monaro as a regional centre and a tourist destination.
•  To ensure development maintains and enhances the rural and heritage character of the town centre and surrounds.
•  To provide residential opportunities appropriate to the town centre.
•  To support and reinforce the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care
3   Permitted with consent
Centre-based child care facilities; Commercial premises; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Entertainment facilities; Function centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Information and education facilities; Medical centres; Passenger transport facilities; Recreation facilities (indoor); Registered clubs; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Roads; Shop top housing; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Animal boarding or training establishments; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat building and repair facilities; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Correctional centres; Crematoria; Exhibition villages; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Highway service centres; Industrial training facilities; Industries; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Mortuaries; Open cut mining; Recreation facilities (major); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Research stations; Residential accommodation; Resource recovery facilities; Rural industries; Sewage treatment plants; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Transport depots; Truck depots; Vehicle body repair workshops; Waste disposal facilities; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities
Zone B4   Mixed Use
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide a mixture of compatible land uses.
•  To integrate suitable business, office, residential, retail and other development in accessible locations so as to maximise public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling.
•  To encourage development that enables a transition from residential to commercial land uses.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care
3   Permitted with consent
Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Commercial premises; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Entertainment facilities; Function centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Information and education facilities; Light industries; Medical centres; Passenger transport facilities; Recreation facilities (indoor); Registered clubs; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Roads; Self-storage units; Seniors housing; Shop top housing; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Animal boarding or training establishments; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat building and repair facilities; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Crematoria; Depots; Exhibition villages; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Highway service centres; Industries; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Mortuaries; Open cut mining; Recreation facilities (major); Research stations; Resource recovery facilities; Rural industries; Rural workers’ dwellings; Sewage treatment plants; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Transport depots; Truck depots; Waste disposal facilities; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities
Zone B5   Business Development
1   Objectives of zone
•  To enable a mix of business and warehouse uses, and bulky goods premises that require a large floor area, in locations that are close to, and that support the viability of, centres.
•  To encourage the revitalisation of areas close to the town centre and existing services.
•  To provide new areas of employment-generating land close to the existing town centre.
•  To support and reinforce the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Home-based child care
3   Permitted with consent
Bulky goods premises; Centre-based child care facilities; Garden centres; Hardware and building supplies; Landscaping material supplies; Light industries; Liquid fuel depots; Passenger transport facilities; Respite day care centres; Roads; Secondary dwellings; Self-storage units; Shop top housing; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Air transport facilities; Airstrips; Amusement centres; Animal boarding or training establishments; Biosolids treatment facilities; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cellar door premises; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Correctional centres; Crematoria; Entertainment facilities; Exhibition villages; Extractive industries; Farm buildings; Farm stay accommodation; Forestry; Freight transport facilities; Function centres; Heavy industrial storage establishments; Helipads; Highway service centres; Industries; Jetties; Kiosks; Marinas; Markets; Mooring pens; Moorings; Neighbourhood shops; Open cut mining; Recreation facilities (major); Residential accommodation; Resource recovery facilities; Roadside stalls; Rural industries; Sewage treatment plants; Sex services premises; Storage premises; Tourist and visitor accommodation; Transport depots; Truck depots; Waste disposal facilities; Water recreation structures; Water recycling facilities
Zone IN1   General Industrial
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide a wide range of industrial and warehouse land uses.
•  To encourage employment opportunities.
•  To minimise any adverse effect of industry on other land uses.
•  To support and protect industrial land for industrial uses.
•  To ensure that development does not detract from the town centre as the primary business, retail and commercial area of Cooma-Monaro.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works
3   Permitted with consent
Agricultural produce industries; Depots; Freight transport facilities; Garden centres; General industries; Health consulting rooms; Hardware and building supplies; Industrial training facilities; Kiosks; Landscaping material supplies; Light industries; Markets; Medical centres; Neighbourhood shops; Places of public worship; Plant nurseries; Restaurants or cafes; Roads; Rural supplies; Sawmill or log processing works; Take away food and drink premises; Timber yards; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 4
4   Prohibited
Agriculture; Amusement centres; Animal boarding or training establishments; Boat launching ramps; Boat sheds; Camping grounds; Caravan parks; Cemeteries; Charter and tourism boating facilities; Correctional centres; Eco-tourist facilities; Entertainment facilities; Exhibition villages; Farm buildings; Forestry; Function centres; Health services facilities; Home-based child care; Home businesses; Home occupations; Home occupations (sex services); Industries; Jetties; Marinas; Mooring pens; Moorings; Recreation facilities (major); Registered clubs; Residential accommodation; Retail premises; Rural industries; Tourist and visitor accommodation; Water recreation structures
Zone SP2   Infrastructure
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide for infrastructure and related uses.
•  To prevent development that is not compatible with or that may detract from the provision of infrastructure.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works
3   Permitted with consent
Roads; The purpose shown on the Land Zoning Map, including any development that is ordinarily incidental or ancillary to development for that purpose
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone RE1   Public Recreation
1   Objectives of zone
•  To enable land to be used for public open space or recreational purposes.
•  To provide a range of recreational settings and activities and compatible land uses.
•  To protect and enhance the natural environment for recreational purposes.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works
3   Permitted with consent
Car parks; Community facilities; Environmental facilities; Heliports; Information and education facilities; Kiosks; Markets; Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor); Recreation facilities (major); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Roads
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone RE2   Private Recreation
1   Objectives of zone
•  To enable land to be used for private open space or recreational purposes.
•  To provide a range of recreational settings and activities and compatible land uses.
•  To protect and enhance the natural environment for recreational purposes.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works
3   Permitted with consent
Amusement centres; Biosolids treatment facilities; Car parks; Community facilities; Entertainment facilities; Environmental facilities; Function centres; Helipads; Information and education facilities; Kiosks; Recreation areas; Recreation facilities (indoor); Recreation facilities (outdoor); Registered clubs; Restaurants or cafes; Roads; Sewage treatment plants; Signage; Water recycling facilities; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone E1   National Parks and Nature Reserves
1   Objectives of zone
•  To enable the management and appropriate use of land that is reserved under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 or that is acquired under Part 11 of that Act.
•  To enable uses authorised under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.
•  To identify land that is to be reserved under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 and to protect the environmental significance of that land.
2   Permitted without consent
Uses authorised under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974
3   Permitted with consent
Nil
4   Prohibited
Any development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone E2   Environmental Conservation
1   Objectives of zone
•  To protect, manage and restore areas of high ecological, scientific, cultural or aesthetic values.
•  To prevent development that could destroy, damage or otherwise have an adverse effect on those values.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture
3   Permitted with consent
Environmental facilities; Recreation areas; Research stations; Roads; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Business premises; Dairies (pasture-based); Hotel or motel accommodation; Industries; Multi dwelling housing; Recreation facilities (major); Residential flat buildings; Restricted premises; Retail premises; Seniors housing; Service stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone E3   Environmental Management
1   Objectives of zone
•  To protect, manage and restore areas with special ecological, scientific, cultural or aesthetic values.
•  To provide for a limited range of development that does not have an adverse effect on those values.
•  To provide for low-density development that will have minimal impact on the natural environment and demand for services and infrastructure.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture; Home-based child care; Home occupations; Horticulture; Viticulture
3   Permitted with consent
Bed and breakfast accommodation; Biosolids treatment facilities; Car parks; Cemeteries; Community facilities; Dairies (pasture-based); Dwelling houses; Electricity generating works; Emergency services facilities; Environmental facilities; Farm buildings; Function centres; Helipads; Places of public worship; Recreation areas; Research stations; Roads; Secondary dwellings; Sewage treatment plants; Waste or resource transfer stations; Water recycling facilities; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Industries; Multi dwelling housing; Residential flat buildings; Retail premises; Seniors housing; Service stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3
Zone E4   Environmental Living
1   Objectives of zone
•  To provide for low-impact residential development in areas with special ecological, scientific or aesthetic values.
•  To ensure that residential development does not have an adverse effect on those values.
2   Permitted without consent
Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture; Home-based child care; Home occupations
3   Permitted with consent
Backpackers’ accommodation; Bed and breakfast accommodation; Biosolids treatment facilities; Car parks; Cemeteries; Community facilities; Dual occupancies; Dwelling houses; Eco-tourist facilities; Electricity generating works; Emergency services facilities; Entertainment facilities; Environmental facilities; Farm buildings; Function centres; Home businesses; Home occupations (sex services); Horticulture; Information and education facilities; Places of public worship; Recreation areas; Research stations; Roads; Secondary dwellings; Sewage treatment plants; Viticulture; Waste or resource transfer stations; Water recycling facilities; Water supply systems
4   Prohibited
Dairies (pasture-based); Industries; Service stations; Warehouse or distribution centres; Any other development not specified in item 2 or 3
Part 3 Exempt and complying development
3.1   Exempt development
Note—
Under section 76 of the Act, exempt development may be carried out without the need for development consent under Part 4 of the Act or for assessment under Part 5 of the Act.
The section states that exempt development:
(a)  must be of minimal environmental impact, and
(b)  cannot be carried out in a declared area of outstanding biodiversity value under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 or declared critical habitat under Part 7A of the Fisheries Management Act 1994, and
(c)  cannot be carried out in a wilderness area (identified under the Wilderness Act 1987).
(1)  The objective of this clause is to identify development of minimal environmental impact as exempt development.
(2)  Development specified in Schedule 2 that meets the standards for the development contained in that Schedule and that complies with the requirements of this Part is exempt development.
(3)  To be exempt development, the development:
(a)  must meet the relevant deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the Building Code of Australia or, if there are no such relevant provisions, must be structurally adequate, and
(b)  must not, if it relates to an existing building, cause the building to contravene the Building Code of Australia, and
(c)  must not be designated development, and
(d)  must not be carried out on land that comprises, or on which there is, an item that is listed on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977 or that is subject to an interim heritage order under the Heritage Act 1977.
(4)  Development that relates to an existing building that is classified under the Building Code of Australia as class 1b or class 2–9 is exempt development only if:
(a)  the building has a current fire safety certificate or fire safety statement, or
(b)  no fire safety measures are currently implemented, required or proposed for the building.
(5)  To be exempt development, the development must:
(a)  be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, if applicable, and
(b)  not involve the removal, pruning or other clearing of vegetation that requires a permit, development consent or other approval unless it is undertaken in accordance with a permit, development consent or other approval.
(6)  A heading to an item in Schedule 2 is part of that Schedule.
3.2   Complying development
(1)  The objective of this clause is to identify development as complying development.
(2)  Development specified in Part 1 of Schedule 3 that is carried out in compliance with:
(a)  the development standards specified in relation to that development, and
(b)  the requirements of this Part,
is complying development.
Note—
See also clause 5.8 (3) which provides that the conversion of fire alarms is complying development in certain circumstances.
(3)  To be complying development, the development must:
(a)  be permissible, with development consent, in the zone in which it is carried out, and
(b)  meet the relevant deemed-to-satisfy provisions of the Building Code of Australia, and
(c)  have an approval, if required by the Local Government Act 1993, from the Council for an on-site effluent disposal system if the development is undertaken on unsewered land.
(4)  A complying development certificate for development specified in Part 1 of Schedule 3 is subject to the conditions (if any) set out or referred to in Part 2 of that Schedule.
(5)  A heading to an item in Schedule 3 is part of that Schedule.
3.3   Environmentally sensitive areas excluded
(1)  Exempt or complying development must not be carried out on any environmentally sensitive area for exempt or complying development.
(2)  For the purposes of this clause:
environmentally sensitive area for exempt or complying development means any of the following:
(a)  the coastal waters of the State,
(b)  a coastal lake,
(c)  land within the coastal wetlands and littoral rainforests area (within the meaning of the Coastal Management Act 2016),
(d)  land reserved as an aquatic reserve under the Fisheries Management Act 1994 or as a marine park under the Marine Parks Act 1997,
(e)  land within a wetland of international significance declared under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands or within a World heritage area declared under the World Heritage Convention,
(f)  land within 100 metres of land to which paragraph (c), (d) or (e) applies,
(g)  land identified in this or any other environmental planning instrument as being of high Aboriginal cultural significance or high biodiversity significance,
(h)  land reserved under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 or land acquired under Part 11 of that Act,
(i)  land reserved or dedicated under the Crown Lands Act 1989 for the preservation of flora, fauna, geological formations or for other environmental protection purposes,
(j)  land that is a declared area of outstanding biodiversity value under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 or declared critical habitat under Part 7A of the Fisheries Management Act 1994,
(ja)  land identified as “Scenic Protection (400m buffer)” on the Scenic Protection Map,
(jb)  land identified as “Biodiversity” on the Terrestrial Biodiversity Map.
Part 4 Principal development standards
4.1   Minimum subdivision lot size
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to allow for the limited subdivision of agricultural land for residential purposes,
(b)  to protect and maintain environmentally sensitive land,
(c)  to ensure the efficient use of business, industrial and residential land.
(2)  This clause applies to a subdivision of any land shown on the Lot Size Map that requires development consent and that is carried out after the commencement of this Plan.
(3)  The size of any lot resulting from a subdivision of land to which this clause applies is not to be less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
(4)  This clause does not apply in relation to the subdivision of any land:
(a)  by the registration of a strata plan or strata plan of subdivision under the Strata Schemes Development Act 2015, or
(b)  by any kind of subdivision under the Community Land Development Act 1989.
4.1AA   Minimum subdivision lot size for community title schemes
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to ensure that land to which this clause applies is not fragmented by subdivisions that would create additional dwelling entitlements.
(2)  This clause applies to a subdivision (being a subdivision that requires development consent) under the Community Land Development Act 1989 of land in any of the following zones:
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone R5 Large Lot Residential,
(c)  Zone E3 Environmental Management,
(d)  Zone E4 Environmental Living,
but does not apply to a subdivision by the registration of a strata plan.
(3)  The size of any lot resulting from a subdivision of land to which this clause applies (other than any lot comprising association property within the meaning of the Community Land Development Act 1989) is not to be less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
(4)  This clause applies despite clause 4.1.
4.1A   Minimum lot sizes for dual occupancies, multi dwelling housing and residential flat buildings
(1)  The objective of this clause is to achieve planned residential density in certain zones.
(2)  Development consent may be granted to development on a lot in a zone shown in Column 2 of the Table to this subclause for a purpose shown in Column 1 of the Table opposite that zone, if the area of the lot is equal to or greater than the area specified for that purpose and shown in Column 3 of the Table.
Column 1
Column 2
Column 3
Dual occupancy
Zone R1 General Residential, Zone R2 Low Density Residential and Zone B4 Mixed Use
500 square metres
Multi dwelling housing
Zone R1 General Residential and Zone B4 Mixed Use
1,000 square metres
Residential flat building
Zone R1 General Residential and Zone B4 Mixed Use
1,000 square metres
(3)  Development consent may be granted to development on a lot that is not serviced by a sewage reticulation system in Zone RU5 Village for a purpose shown in Column 1 of the Table to this subclause, if the area of the lot is equal to or greater than the area specified for that purpose and shown in Column 2 of the Table.
Column 1
Column 2
Dual occupancy
1,800 square metres
Multi dwelling housing
2,500 square metres
Residential flat building
2,000 square metres
(4)  Development consent may be granted to development on a lot that is serviced by a sewage reticulation system in Zone RU5 Village for a purpose shown in Column 1 of the Table to this subclause, if the area of the lot is equal to or greater than the area specified for that purpose and shown in Column 2 of the Table.
Column 1
Column 2
Dual occupancy
1,000 square metres
Multi dwelling housing
1,000 square metres
Residential flat building
1,000 square metres
4.1B   Subdivision using average lot sizes
(1)  The objectives of this clause are to facilitate alternative subdivision controls that:
(a)  facilitate a subdivision design that takes into consideration the values and constraints on the land and achieves the best environmental and agricultural outcomes possible, and
(b)  limit the subdivision of land in certain circumstances where the lots created are proposed to be used for residential accommodation.
(2)  This clause applies to land in the following zones (other than land identified as “Area A” on the Lot Size Map):
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone R5 Large Lot Residential,
(c)  Zone E4 Environmental Living.
(3)  Despite clause 4.1, development consent may be granted for the subdivision of land to which this clause applies if:
(a)  the total number of lots created from the subdivision will not exceed the number of lots that could be created under clause 4.1 (3), and
(b)  for land in Zone RU1 Primary Production, each lot created by the subdivision will have an area of at least 20 hectares, and
(c)  for land in Zone E4 Environmental Living, each lot created by the subdivision will have an area of at least 10 hectares, and
(d)  for land in Zone R5 Large Lot Residential, each lot created by the subdivision will have an area of at least 2 hectares.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted for the subdivision of a resulting lot unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the lots to be created will not be used for the purpose of residential accommodation, and
(b)  the subdivision will not result in any significant adverse environmental impacts on the land being subdivided.
(5)  In this clause, resulting lot means a lot created under this clause being land in Zone RU1 Primary Production or Zone E4 Environmental Living.
4.1C   Minimum subdivision lot sizes for certain split zones
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to provide for the subdivision of lots that are within more than one zone but cannot be subdivided under clause 4.1,
(b)  to ensure that the subdivision occurs in a manner that promotes suitable land use and development.
(2)  This clause applies to each lot (an original lot) that contains land in more than one zone.
(3)  Despite clause 4.1, development consent must not be granted to subdivide an original lot to create other lots (the resulting lots) unless:
(a)  one of the resulting lots will contain:
(i)  land in Zone RU5 Village or land in a residential zone that has an area that is not less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land, and
(ii)  all of the land in all other zones that was in the original lot, and
(b)  all other resulting lots will contain land that has an area that is not less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
(4)  For the purposes of calculating an area of land under subclause (3), any access handle used for the purpose of providing vehicular access from the lot to a road is not to be included.
(5)  Despite subclause (3), development consent may be granted to subdivide an original lot if:
(a)  the lots to be created from the subdivision will each contain land in one zone, or
(b)  the lots to be created from the subdivision will each contain land in more than one zone and any land in Zone RU5 Village or in a residential zone will have an area that is not less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
(6)  A lot created under subclause (5) (b) must not be subdivided under this clause.
4.2   Rural subdivision
(1)  The objective of this clause is to provide flexibility in the application of standards for subdivision in rural zones to allow land owners a greater chance to achieve the objectives for development in the relevant zone.
(2)  This clause applies to the following rural zones:
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone RU2 Rural Landscape,
(c)  Zone RU4 Primary Production Small Lots,
(d)  Zone RU6 Transition.
Note—
When this Plan was made it did not include all of these zones.
(3)  Land in a zone to which this clause applies may, with development consent, be subdivided for the purpose of primary production to create a lot of a size that is less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
(4)  However, such a lot cannot be created if an existing dwelling would, as the result of the subdivision, be situated on the lot.
(5)  A dwelling cannot be erected on such a lot.
Note—
A dwelling includes a rural worker’s dwelling (see definition of that term in the Dictionary).
4.2A   Minimum subdivision lot size for strata plan schemes in certain rural, residential and environment protection zones
(1)  The objective of this clause is to ensure that land to which this clause applies is not fragmented by subdivisions that would create additional dwelling entitlements.
(2)  This clause applies to land in the following zones that is used, or is proposed to be used, for residential accommodation or tourist and visitor accommodation:
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone R5 Large Lot Residential,
(c)  Zone E3 Environmental Management,
(d)  Zone E4 Environmental Living.
(3)  The size of any lot resulting from a subdivision of land to which this clause applies for a strata plan scheme (other than any lot comprising common property within the meaning of the Strata Schemes (Freehold Development) Act 1973 or Strata Schemes (Leasehold Development) Act 1986) is not to be less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land.
Note—
Part 6 of State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 provides that strata subdivision of a building in certain circumstances is specified complying development.
4.2B   Erection of dual occupancies and dwelling houses on land in certain rural, residential and environment protection zones
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to minimise unplanned rural residential development,
(b)  to enable the replacement of lawfully erected dual occupancies and dwelling houses in rural, residential and environment protection zones.
(2)  This clause applies to land in the following zones:
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone R5 Large Lot Residential,
(c)  Zone E3 Environmental Management,
(d)  Zone E4 Environmental Living.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted for the erection of a dual occupancy or dwelling house on land to which this clause applies unless the land:
(a)  is a lot that has an area that is not less than the minimum lot size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land, or
(b)  is a lot created under clause 4.1, 4.1AA, 4.1B or 4.1C (3) (a) or (5) (b), or
(c)  is a lot containing land in more than one zone with the largest portion of zoned land in the lot having an area that is not less than the minimum lot size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land, or
(d)  is a lot created by a subdivision under an environmental planning instrument before this Plan commenced and on which the erection of a dual occupancy or dwelling house was permissible immediately before that commencement, or
(e)  is a lot resulting from a subdivision for which development consent (or equivalent) was granted before this Plan commenced and on which the erection of a dual occupancy or dwelling house would have been permissible if the plan of subdivision had been registered before that commencement, or
(f)  is a 1995 holding, or
(g)  is a 1997 holding, or
(h)  would have been a lot or a holding referred to in paragraph (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f) or (g) had it not been affected by:
(i)  a minor realignment of its boundaries that did not create an additional lot, or
(ii)  a subdivision creating or widening a public road or public reserve or for another public purpose, or
(iii)  a consolidation with an adjoining public road or public reserve or for another public purpose.
Note—
A dwelling cannot be erected on a lot created under clause 9 of State Environmental Planning Policy (Rural Lands) 2008 or clause 4.2.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted under subclause (3) unless:
(a)  no dual occupancy has been erected on the land, and
(b)  if a development application has been made for development for the purpose of a dual occupancy on the land—the application has been refused or it was withdrawn before it was determined, and
(c)  if development consent has been granted in relation to such an application—the consent has been surrendered or it has lapsed.
(5)  Development consent may be granted for the erection of a dual occupancy or dwelling house on land to which this clause applies if there is a lawfully erected dual occupancy or dwelling house on the land and the dual occupancy or dwelling house to be erected is intended only to replace the existing dual occupancy or dwelling house.
(6)  Land ceases to be a 1995 holding or a 1997 holding for the purpose of subclause (3) (f) or (g) if an application for development consent referred to in that subclause is not made in relation to that land before 31 December 2017.
(7)  In this clause:
1995 holding means land to which Yarrowlumla Local Environmental Plan 2002 applied immediately before the commencement of this Plan that:
(a)  was in Zone No 1 (a) (General Rural Zone) immediately before the commencement of this Plan, and
(b)  was a holding that did not include Crown land (within the meaning of the Crown Lands Act 1989) on 13 October 1995, and
(c)  is a holding at the time the application for development consent referred to in subclause (3) is lodged,
whether or not there has been a change in the ownership of the holding since 13 October 1995.
1997 holding means land to which Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 1999—(Rural) applied immediately before the commencement of this Plan that:
(a)  was in Zone No 1 (a) (Rural Zone) immediately before the commencement of this Plan, and
(b)  was a holding on 3 March 1997, and
(c)  is a holding at the time the application for development consent referred to in subclause (3) is lodged,
whether or not there has been a change in the ownership of the holding since 3 March 1997.
holding means all adjoining lots with direct vehicular access to a public road vested in the Council or to a classified road, even if separated by a road or railway, held by the same person or persons.
Note—
The owner in whose ownership all the land is at the time the application is lodged need not be the same person as the owner in whose ownership all the land was on the stated date.
cl 4.2B: Am 2014 (151), cl 4.
4.2C   Erection of rural workers’ dwellings on land in Zone RU1
(1)  The objective of this clause is to ensure the provision of adequate accommodation for employees of existing agriculture or rural industries.
(2)  This clause applies to land in Zone RU1 Primary Production.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted to the erection of a rural worker’s dwelling on land to which this clause applies, unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development will be on the same lot as an existing lawfully erected dwelling house, and
(b)  no more than one rural worker’s dwelling will be located on that lot, and
(c)  the development will not impair the use of the land for agriculture or rural industries, and
(d)  the agriculture or rural industry being carried out on the land has a demonstrated economic capacity to support the ongoing employment of rural workers, and
(e)  the development is necessary considering the nature of the agriculture or rural industry land use lawfully occurring on the land or as a result of the remote or isolated location of the land.
4.2D   Exceptions to minimum lot sizes for subdivisions in Zone RU1 and Zone E4
(1)  The objective of this clause is to enable the subdivision of land in Zone RU1 Primary Production and Zone E4 Environmental Living to create lots of an appropriate size to meet the needs of current permissible uses other than for the purpose of dwelling houses or dual occupancies.
(2)  This clause applies to land in the following zones:
(a)  Zone RU1 Primary Production,
(b)  Zone E4 Environmental Living.
(3)  Land to which this clause applies may, with development consent, be subdivided to create a lot of a size that is less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land, if the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  there is no dwelling house or dual occupancy located on the land, and
(b)  the use of the land after the subdivision will be the same use permitted under the existing development consent for the land.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted for the subdivision of land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the subdivision will not adversely affect the use of the surrounding land for agriculture, and
(b)  the subdivision is necessary for the ongoing operation of the permissible use, and
(c)  the subdivision will not increase rural land use conflict in the locality, and
(d)  the subdivision is appropriate having regard to the natural and physical constraints affecting the land.
(5)  Development consent may be granted for the erection of a dual occupancy or dwelling house on land that has been subdivided under this clause if:
(a)  immediately before that subdivision, the land was a lot with an area not less than the minimum size shown on the Lot Size Map in relation to that land, and
(b)  the land was subdivided under this clause for the purpose of infrastructure.
4.3   Height of buildings
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to ensure the height of buildings complements the streetscape and rural character of Cooma-Monaro,
(b)  to protect the heritage character and significance of existing buildings,
(c)  to ensure the height of buildings does not impact on the amenity of neighbouring properties, in terms of visual bulk, access to sunlight, privacy and views.
(2)  The height of a building on any land is not to exceed the maximum height shown for the land on the Height of Buildings Map.
4.4   Floor space ratio
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to ensure the bulk and scale of development does not have an unacceptable or adverse impact on the streetscape and character of the area in which the development is located.
(2)  The maximum floor space ratio for a building on any land is not to exceed the floor space ratio shown for the land on the Floor Space Ratio Map.
4.4A   Maximum gross floor area for retail premises
(1)  The objective of this clause is to limit the size of retail premises in neighbourhood retail centres.
(2)  Development consent must not be granted for development for the purpose of retail premises on land in Zone B1 Neighbourhood Centre unless the gross floor area used for that purpose will not exceed 300 square metres.
4.5   Calculation of floor space ratio and site area
(1) Objectives The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to define floor space ratio,
(b)  to set out rules for the calculation of the site area of development for the purpose of applying permitted floor space ratios, including rules to:
(i)  prevent the inclusion in the site area of an area that has no significant development being carried out on it, and
(ii)  prevent the inclusion in the site area of an area that has already been included as part of a site area to maximise floor space area in another building, and
(iii)  require community land and public places to be dealt with separately.
(2) Definition of “floor space ratio” The floor space ratio of buildings on a site is the ratio of the gross floor area of all buildings within the site to the site area.
(3) Site area In determining the site area of proposed development for the purpose of applying a floor space ratio, the site area is taken to be:
(a)  if the proposed development is to be carried out on only one lot, the area of that lot, or
(b)  if the proposed development is to be carried out on 2 or more lots, the area of any lot on which the development is proposed to be carried out that has at least one common boundary with another lot on which the development is being carried out.
In addition, subclauses (4)–(7) apply to the calculation of site area for the purposes of applying a floor space ratio to proposed development.
(4) Exclusions from site area The following land must be excluded from the site area:
(a)  land on which the proposed development is prohibited, whether under this Plan or any other law,
(b)  community land or a public place (except as provided by subclause (7)).
(5) Strata subdivisions The area of a lot that is wholly or partly on top of another or others in a strata subdivision is to be included in the calculation of the site area only to the extent that it does not overlap with another lot already included in the site area calculation.
(6) Only significant development to be included The site area for proposed development must not include a lot additional to a lot or lots on which the development is being carried out unless the proposed development includes significant development on that additional lot.
(7) Certain public land to be separately considered For the purpose of applying a floor space ratio to any proposed development on, above or below community land or a public place, the site area must only include an area that is on, above or below that community land or public place, and is occupied or physically affected by the proposed development, and may not include any other area on which the proposed development is to be carried out.
(8) Existing buildings The gross floor area of any existing or proposed buildings within the vertical projection (above or below ground) of the boundaries of a site is to be included in the calculation of the total floor space for the purposes of applying a floor space ratio, whether or not the proposed development relates to all of the buildings.
(9) Covenants to prevent “double dipping” When development consent is granted to development on a site comprised of 2 or more lots, a condition of the consent may require a covenant to be registered that prevents the creation of floor area on a lot (the restricted lot) if the consent authority is satisfied that an equivalent quantity of floor area will be created on another lot only because the site included the restricted lot.
(10) Covenants affect consolidated sites If:
(a)  a covenant of the kind referred to in subclause (9) applies to any land (affected land), and
(b)  proposed development relates to the affected land and other land that together comprise the site of the proposed development,
the maximum amount of floor area allowed on the other land by the floor space ratio fixed for the site by this Plan is reduced by the quantity of floor space area the covenant prevents being created on the affected land.
(11) Definition In this clause, public place has the same meaning as it has in the Local Government Act 1993.
4.6   Exceptions to development standards
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to provide an appropriate degree of flexibility in applying certain development standards to particular development,
(b)  to achieve better outcomes for and from development by allowing flexibility in particular circumstances.
(2)  Development consent may, subject to this clause, be granted for development even though the development would contravene a development standard imposed by this or any other environmental planning instrument. However, this clause does not apply to a development standard that is expressly excluded from the operation of this clause.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted for development that contravenes a development standard unless the consent authority has considered a written request from the applicant that seeks to justify the contravention of the development standard by demonstrating:
(a)  that compliance with the development standard is unreasonable or unnecessary in the circumstances of the case, and
(b)  that there are sufficient environmental planning grounds to justify contravening the development standard.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted for development that contravenes a development standard unless:
(a)  the consent authority is satisfied that:
(i)  the applicant’s written request has adequately addressed the matters required to be demonstrated by subclause (3), and
(ii)  the proposed development will be in the public interest because it is consistent with the objectives of the particular standard and the objectives for development within the zone in which the development is proposed to be carried out, and
(b)  the concurrence of the Secretary has been obtained.
(5)  In deciding whether to grant concurrence, the Secretary must consider:
(a)  whether contravention of the development standard raises any matter of significance for State or regional environmental planning, and
(b)  the public benefit of maintaining the development standard, and
(c)  any other matters required to be taken into consideration by the Secretary before granting concurrence.
(6)  Development consent must not be granted under this clause for a subdivision of land in Zone RU1 Primary Production, Zone RU2 Rural Landscape, Zone RU3 Forestry, Zone RU4 Primary Production Small Lots, Zone RU6 Transition, Zone R5 Large Lot Residential, Zone E2 Environmental Conservation, Zone E3 Environmental Management or Zone E4 Environmental Living if:
(a)  the subdivision will result in 2 or more lots of less than the minimum area specified for such lots by a development standard, or
(b)  the subdivision will result in at least one lot that is less than 90% of the minimum area specified for such a lot by a development standard.
Note—
When this Plan was made it did not include all of these zones.
(7)  After determining a development application made pursuant to this clause, the consent authority must keep a record of its assessment of the factors required to be addressed in the applicant’s written request referred to in subclause (3).
(8)  This clause does not allow development consent to be granted for development that would contravene any of the following:
(a)  a development standard for complying development,
(b)  a development standard that arises, under the regulations under the Act, in connection with a commitment set out in a BASIX certificate for a building to which State Environmental Planning Policy (Building Sustainability Index: BASIX) 2004 applies or for the land on which such a building is situated,
(c)  clause 5.4.
Part 5 Miscellaneous provisions
5.1   Relevant acquisition authority
(1)  The objective of this clause is to identify, for the purposes of section 27 of the Act, the authority of the State that will be the relevant authority to acquire land reserved for certain public purposes if the land is required to be acquired under Division 3 of Part 2 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 (the owner-initiated acquisition provisions).
Note—
If the landholder will suffer hardship if there is any delay in the land being acquired by the relevant authority, section 23 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 requires the authority to acquire the land.
(2)  The authority of the State that will be the relevant authority to acquire land, if the land is required to be acquired under the owner-initiated acquisition provisions, is the authority of the State specified below in relation to the land shown on the Land Reservation Acquisition Map (or, if an authority of the State is not specified in relation to land required to be so acquired, the authority designated or determined under those provisions).
Type of land shown on Map
Authority of the State
Zone RE1 Public Recreation and marked “Local open space”
Council
Zone RE1 Public Recreation and marked “Regional open space”
The corporation constituted under section 8 of the Act
Zone SP2 Infrastructure and marked “Classified road”
Roads and Maritime Services
Zone E1 National Parks and Nature Reserves and marked “National Park”
Minister administering the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974
(3)  Development on land acquired by an authority of the State under the owner-initiated acquisition provisions may, before it is used for the purpose for which it is reserved, be carried out, with development consent, for any purpose.
5.2   Classification and reclassification of public land
(1)  The objective of this clause is to enable the Council to classify or reclassify public land as “operational land” or “community land” in accordance with Part 2 of Chapter 6 of the Local Government Act 1993.
Note—
Under the Local Government Act 1993, “public land” is generally land vested in or under the control of a council (other than roads, Crown reserves and commons). The classification or reclassification of public land may also be made by a resolution of the Council under section 31, 32 or 33 of the Local Government Act 1993. Section 30 of that Act enables this Plan to discharge trusts on which public reserves are held if the land is reclassified under this Plan as operational land.
(2)  The public land described in Part 1 or Part 2 of Schedule 4 is classified, or reclassified, as operational land for the purposes of the Local Government Act 1993.
(3)  The public land described in Part 3 of Schedule 4 is classified, or reclassified, as community land for the purposes of the Local Government Act 1993.
(4)  The public land described in Part 1 of Schedule 4:
(a)  does not cease to be a public reserve to the extent (if any) that it is a public reserve, and
(b)  continues to be affected by any trusts, estates, interests, dedications, conditions, restrictions or covenants that affected the land before its classification, or reclassification, as operational land.
(5)  The public land described in Part 2 of Schedule 4, to the extent (if any) that it is a public reserve, ceases to be a public reserve when the description of the land is inserted into that Part and is discharged from all trusts, estates, interests, dedications, conditions, restrictions and covenants affecting the land or any part of the land, except:
(a)  those (if any) specified for the land in Column 3 of Part 2 of Schedule 4, and
(b)  any reservations that except land out of the Crown grant relating to the land, and
(c)  reservations of minerals (within the meaning of the Crown Lands Act 1989).
Note—
In accordance with section 30 (2) of the Local Government Act 1993, the approval of the Governor to subclause (5) applying to the public land concerned is required before the description of the land is inserted in Part 2 of Schedule 4.
5.3   Development near zone boundaries
(1)  The objective of this clause is to provide flexibility where the investigation of a site and its surroundings reveals that a use allowed on the other side of a zone boundary would enable a more logical and appropriate development of the site and be compatible with the planning objectives and land uses for the adjoining zone.
(2)  This clause applies to so much of any land that is within the relevant distance of a boundary between any 2 zones. The relevant distance is 50 metres.
(3)  This clause does not apply to:
(a)  land in Zone RE1 Public Recreation, Zone E1 National Parks and Nature Reserves, Zone E2 Environmental Conservation, Zone E3 Environmental Management or Zone W1 Natural Waterways, or
(a1)  land in Zone RU3 Forestry, Zone SP2 Infrastructure or Zone RE2 Private Recreation, or
(b)  land within the coastal zone, or
(c)  land proposed to be developed for the purpose of sex services or restricted premises.
Note—
When this Plan was made it did not include all of these zones.
(4)  Despite the provisions of this Plan relating to the purposes for which development may be carried out, development consent may be granted to development of land to which this clause applies for any purpose that may be carried out in the adjoining zone, but only if the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development is not inconsistent with the objectives for development in both zones, and
(b)  the carrying out of the development is desirable due to compatible land use planning, infrastructure capacity and other planning principles relating to the efficient and timely development of land.
(5)  This clause does not prescribe a development standard that may be varied under this Plan.
5.4   Controls relating to miscellaneous permissible uses
(1) Bed and breakfast accommodation If development for the purposes of bed and breakfast accommodation is permitted under this Plan, the accommodation that is provided to guests must consist of no more than 3 bedrooms.
Note—
Any such development that provides for a certain number of guests or rooms may involve a change in the class of building under the Building Code of Australia.
(2) Home businesses If development for the purposes of a home business is permitted under this Plan, the carrying on of the business must not involve the use of more than 50 square metres of floor area.
(3) Home industries If development for the purposes of a home industry is permitted under this Plan, the carrying on of the home industry must not involve the use of more than 50 square metres of floor area.
(4) Industrial retail outlets If development for the purposes of an industrial retail outlet is permitted under this Plan, the retail floor area must not exceed:
(a)  40% of the gross floor area of the industry or rural industry located on the same land as the retail outlet, or
(b)  150 square metres,
whichever is the lesser.
(5) Farm stay accommodation If development for the purposes of farm stay accommodation is permitted under this Plan, the accommodation that is provided to guests must consist of no more than 3 bedrooms.
(6) Kiosks If development for the purposes of a kiosk is permitted under this Plan, the gross floor area must not exceed 20 square metres.
(7) Neighbourhood shops If development for the purposes of a neighbourhood shop is permitted under this Plan, the retail floor area must not exceed 80 square metres.
(8) Roadside stalls If development for the purposes of a roadside stall is permitted under this Plan, the gross floor area must not exceed 8 square metres.
(9) Secondary dwellings If development for the purposes of a secondary dwelling is permitted under this Plan, the total floor area of the dwelling (excluding any area used for parking) must not exceed whichever of the following is the greater:
(a)  60 square metres,
(b)  50% of the total floor area of the principal dwelling.
(10) Artisan food and drink industry exclusion If development for the purposes of an artisan food and drink industry is permitted under this Plan in an industrial or rural zone, the floor area used for retail sales (not including any cafe or restaurant area) must not exceed:
(a)  40% of the gross floor area of the industry, or
(b)  150 square metres,
whichever is the lesser.
cl 5.4: Am 2018 (406), Sch 1.38 [1] [2].
5.5   (Repealed)
5.6   Architectural roof features
[Not adopted]
5.7   Development below mean high water mark
[Not applicable]
5.8   Conversion of fire alarms
(1)  This clause applies to a fire alarm system that can be monitored by Fire and Rescue NSW or by a private service provider.
(2)  The following development may be carried out, but only with development consent:
(a)  converting a fire alarm system from connection with the alarm monitoring system of Fire and Rescue NSW to connection with the alarm monitoring system of a private service provider,
(b)  converting a fire alarm system from connection with the alarm monitoring system of a private service provider to connection with the alarm monitoring system of another private service provider,
(c)  converting a fire alarm system from connection with the alarm monitoring system of a private service provider to connection with a different alarm monitoring system of the same private service provider.
(3)  Development to which subclause (2) applies is complying development if it consists only of:
(a)  internal alterations to a building, or
(b)  internal alterations to a building together with the mounting of an antenna, and any support structure, on an external wall or roof of a building so as to occupy a space of not more than 450mm × 100mm × 100mm.
(4)  A complying development certificate for any such complying development is subject to a condition that any building work may only be carried out between 7.00 am and 6.00 pm on Monday to Friday and between 7.00 am and 5.00 pm on Saturday, and must not be carried out on a Sunday or a public holiday.
(5)  In this clause:
private service provider means a person or body that has entered into an agreement that is in force with Fire and Rescue NSW to monitor fire alarm systems.
5.9, 5.9AA   (Repealed)
5.10   Heritage conservation
Note—
Heritage items (if any) are listed and described in Schedule 5. Heritage conservation areas (if any) are shown on the Heritage Map as well as being described in Schedule 5.
(1) Objectives The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to conserve the environmental heritage of Cooma-Monaro,
(b)  to conserve the heritage significance of heritage items and heritage conservation areas, including associated fabric, settings and views,
(c)  to conserve archaeological sites,
(d)  to conserve Aboriginal objects and Aboriginal places of heritage significance.
(2) Requirement for consent Development consent is required for any of the following:
(a)  demolishing or moving any of the following or altering the exterior of any of the following (including, in the case of a building, making changes to its detail, fabric, finish or appearance):
(i)  a heritage item,
(ii)  an Aboriginal object,
(iii)  a building, work, relic or tree within a heritage conservation area,
(b)  altering a heritage item that is a building by making structural changes to its interior or by making changes to anything inside the item that is specified in Schedule 5 in relation to the item,
(c)  disturbing or excavating an archaeological site while knowing, or having reasonable cause to suspect, that the disturbance or excavation will or is likely to result in a relic being discovered, exposed, moved, damaged or destroyed,
(d)  disturbing or excavating an Aboriginal place of heritage significance,
(e)  erecting a building on land:
(i)  on which a heritage item is located or that is within a heritage conservation area, or
(ii)  on which an Aboriginal object is located or that is within an Aboriginal place of heritage significance,
(f)  subdividing land:
(i)  on which a heritage item is located or that is within a heritage conservation area, or
(ii)  on which an Aboriginal object is located or that is within an Aboriginal place of heritage significance.
(3) When consent not required However, development consent under this clause is not required if:
(a)  the applicant has notified the consent authority of the proposed development and the consent authority has advised the applicant in writing before any work is carried out that it is satisfied that the proposed development:
(i)  is of a minor nature or is for the maintenance of the heritage item, Aboriginal object, Aboriginal place of heritage significance or archaeological site or a building, work, relic, tree or place within the heritage conservation area, and
(ii)  would not adversely affect the heritage significance of the heritage item, Aboriginal object, Aboriginal place, archaeological site or heritage conservation area, or
(b)  the development is in a cemetery or burial ground and the proposed development:
(i)  is the creation of a new grave or monument, or excavation or disturbance of land for the purpose of conserving or repairing monuments or grave markers, and
(ii)  would not cause disturbance to human remains, relics, Aboriginal objects in the form of grave goods, or to an Aboriginal place of heritage significance, or
(c)  the development is limited to the removal of a tree or other vegetation that the Council is satisfied is a risk to human life or property, or
(d)  the development is exempt development.
(4) Effect of proposed development on heritage significance The consent authority must, before granting consent under this clause in respect of a heritage item or heritage conservation area, consider the effect of the proposed development on the heritage significance of the item or area concerned. This subclause applies regardless of whether a heritage management document is prepared under subclause (5) or a heritage conservation management plan is submitted under subclause (6).
(5) Heritage assessment The consent authority may, before granting consent to any development:
(a)  on land on which a heritage item is located, or
(b)  on land that is within a heritage conservation area, or
(c)  on land that is within the vicinity of land referred to in paragraph (a) or (b),
require a heritage management document to be prepared that assesses the extent to which the carrying out of the proposed development would affect the heritage significance of the heritage item or heritage conservation area concerned.
(6) Heritage conservation management plans The consent authority may require, after considering the heritage significance of a heritage item and the extent of change proposed to it, the submission of a heritage conservation management plan before granting consent under this clause.
(7) Archaeological sites The consent authority must, before granting consent under this clause to the carrying out of development on an archaeological site (other than land listed on the State Heritage Register or to which an interim heritage order under the Heritage Act 1977 applies):
(a)  notify the Heritage Council of its intention to grant consent, and
(b)  take into consideration any response received from the Heritage Council within 28 days after the notice is sent.
(8) Aboriginal places of heritage significance The consent authority must, before granting consent under this clause to the carrying out of development in an Aboriginal place of heritage significance:
(a)  consider the effect of the proposed development on the heritage significance of the place and any Aboriginal object known or reasonably likely to be located at the place by means of an adequate investigation and assessment (which may involve consideration of a heritage impact statement), and
(b)  notify the local Aboriginal communities, in writing or in such other manner as may be appropriate, about the application and take into consideration any response received within 28 days after the notice is sent.
(9) Demolition of nominated State heritage items The consent authority must, before granting consent under this clause for the demolition of a nominated State heritage item:
(a)  notify the Heritage Council about the application, and
(b)  take into consideration any response received from the Heritage Council within 28 days after the notice is sent.
(10) Conservation incentives The consent authority may grant consent to development for any purpose of a building that is a heritage item or of the land on which such a building is erected, or for any purpose on an Aboriginal place of heritage significance, even though development for that purpose would otherwise not be allowed by this Plan, if the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the conservation of the heritage item or Aboriginal place of heritage significance is facilitated by the granting of consent, and
(b)  the proposed development is in accordance with a heritage management document that has been approved by the consent authority, and
(c)  the consent to the proposed development would require that all necessary conservation work identified in the heritage management document is carried out, and
(d)  the proposed development would not adversely affect the heritage significance of the heritage item, including its setting, or the heritage significance of the Aboriginal place of heritage significance, and
(e)  the proposed development would not have any significant adverse effect on the amenity of the surrounding area.
5.11   Bush fire hazard reduction
Bush fire hazard reduction work authorised by the Rural Fires Act 1997 may be carried out on any land without development consent.
Note—
The Rural Fires Act 1997 also makes provision relating to the carrying out of development on bush fire prone land.
5.12   Infrastructure development and use of existing buildings of the Crown
(1)  This Plan does not restrict or prohibit, or enable the restriction or prohibition of, the carrying out of any development, by or on behalf of a public authority, that is permitted to be carried out with or without development consent, or that is exempt development, under State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007.
(2)  This Plan does not restrict or prohibit, or enable the restriction or prohibition of, the use of existing buildings of the Crown by the Crown.
5.13   Eco-tourist facilities
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to maintain the environmental and cultural values of land on which development for the purposes of eco-tourist facilities is carried out,
(b)  to provide for sensitively designed and managed eco-tourist facilities that have minimal impact on the environment both on and off-site.
(2)  This clause applies if development for the purposes of an eco-tourist facility is permitted with development consent under this Plan.
(3)  The consent authority must not grant consent under this Plan to carry out development for the purposes of an eco-tourist facility unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  there is a demonstrated connection between the development and the ecological, environmental and cultural values of the site or area, and
(b)  the development will be located, constructed, managed and maintained so as to minimise any impact on, and to conserve, the natural environment, and
(c)  the development will enhance an appreciation of the environmental and cultural values of the site or area, and
(d)  the development will promote positive environmental outcomes and any impact on watercourses, soil quality, heritage and native flora and fauna will be minimal, and
(e)  the site will be maintained (or regenerated where necessary) to ensure the continued protection of natural resources and enhancement of the natural environment, and
(f)  waste generation during construction and operation will be avoided and that any waste will be appropriately removed, and
(g)  the development will be located to avoid visibility above ridgelines and against escarpments and from watercourses and that any visual intrusion will be minimised through the choice of design, colours, materials and landscaping with local native flora, and
(h)  any infrastructure services to the site will be provided without significant modification to the environment, and
(i)  any power and water to the site will, where possible, be provided through the use of passive heating and cooling, renewable energy sources and water efficient design, and
(j)  the development will not adversely affect the agricultural productivity of adjoining land, and
(k)  the following matters are addressed or provided for in a management strategy for minimising any impact on the natural environment:
(i)  measures to remove any threat of serious or irreversible environmental damage,
(ii)  the maintenance (or regeneration where necessary) of habitats,
(iii)  efficient and minimal energy and water use and waste output,
(iv)  mechanisms for monitoring and reviewing the effect of the development on the natural environment,
(v)  maintaining improvements on an on-going basis in accordance with relevant ISO 14000 standards relating to management and quality control.
5.14   Siding Spring Observatory—maintaining dark sky
[Not adopted]
5.15   Defence communications facility
[Not adopted]
Part 6 Additional local provisions
6.1   Earthworks
(1)  The objective of this clause is to ensure that earthworks for which development consent is required will not have a detrimental impact on environmental functions and processes, neighbouring uses, cultural or heritage items or features of the surrounding land.
(2)  Development consent is required for earthworks unless:
(a)  the earthworks are exempt development under this Plan or another applicable environmental planning instrument, or
(b)  the earthworks are ancillary to development that is permitted without consent under this Plan or to development for which development consent has been given.
(3)  Before granting development consent for earthworks (or for development involving ancillary earthworks), the consent authority must consider the following matters:
(a)  the likely disruption of, or any detrimental effect on, drainage patterns and soil stability in the locality of the development,
(b)  the effect of the development on the likely future use or redevelopment of the land,
(c)  the quality of the fill or the soil to be excavated, or both,
(d)  the effect of the development on the existing and likely amenity of adjoining properties,
(e)  the source of any fill material and the destination of any excavated material,
(f)  the likelihood of disturbing relics,
(g)  the proximity to, and potential for adverse impacts on, any waterway, drinking water catchment or environmentally sensitive area,
(h)  any appropriate measures proposed to avoid, minimise or mitigate the impacts of the development.
Note—
The National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, particularly section 86, deals with harming Aboriginal objects.
6.2   Flood planning
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to minimise the flood risk to life and property associated with the use of land,
(b)  to allow development on land that is compatible with the land’s flood hazard, taking into account projected changes as a result of climate change,
(c)  to avoid significant adverse impacts on flood behaviour and the environment.
(2)  This clause applies to land at or below the flood planning level.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that the development:
(a)  is compatible with the flood hazard of the land, and
(b)  will not significantly adversely affect flood behaviour resulting in detrimental increases in the potential flood affectation of other development or properties, and
(c)  incorporates appropriate measures to manage risk to life from flood, and
(d)  will not significantly adversely affect the environment or cause avoidable erosion, siltation, destruction of riparian vegetation or a reduction in the stability of river banks or watercourses, and
(e)  is not likely to result in unsustainable social and economic costs to the community as a consequence of flooding.
(4)  A word or expression used in this clause has the same meaning as it has in the Floodplain Development Manual (ISBN 0 7347 5476 0) published by the NSW Government in April 2005, unless it is otherwise defined in this clause.
(5)  In this clause:
flood planning level means the level of a 1:100 ARI (average recurrent interval) flood event plus 0.5 metre freeboard.
6.3   Terrestrial biodiversity
(1)  The objective of this clause is to maintain terrestrial biodiversity by:
(a)  protecting native fauna and flora, and
(b)  protecting the ecological processes necessary for their continued existence, and
(c)  encouraging the conservation and recovery of native fauna and flora and their habitats.
(2)  This clause applies to land identified as “Biodiversity” on the Terrestrial Biodiversity Map.
(3)  Before determining a development application for development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider:
(a)  whether the development is likely to have:
(i)  any adverse impact on the condition, ecological value and significance of the fauna and flora on the land, and
(ii)  any adverse impact on the importance of the vegetation on the land to the habitat and survival of native fauna, and
(iii)  any potential to fragment, disturb or diminish the biodiversity structure, function and composition of the land, and
(iv)  any adverse impact on the habitat elements providing connectivity on the land, and
(b)  any appropriate measures proposed to avoid, minimise or mitigate the impacts of the development.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development is designed, sited and will be managed to avoid any significant adverse environmental impact, or
(b)  if that impact cannot be reasonably avoided by adopting feasible alternatives—the development is designed, sited and will be managed to minimise that impact, or
(c)  if that impact cannot be minimised—the development will be managed to mitigate that impact.
6.4   Groundwater vulnerability
(1)  The objectives of this clause are as follows:
(a)  to maintain the hydrological functions of key groundwater systems,
(b)  to protect vulnerable groundwater resources from depletion and contamination as a result of development.
(2)  This clause applies to land identified as “Groundwater vulnerable” on the Groundwater Vulnerability Map.
(3)  Before determining a development application for development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider the following:
(a)  the likelihood of groundwater contamination from the development (including from any on-site storage or disposal of solid or liquid waste and chemicals),
(b)  any adverse impacts the development may have on groundwater dependent ecosystems,
(c)  the cumulative impact the development may have on groundwater (including impacts on nearby groundwater extraction for a potable water supply or stock water supply),
(d)  any appropriate measures proposed to avoid, minimise or mitigate the impacts of the development.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development is designed, sited and will be managed to avoid any significant adverse environmental impact, or
(b)  if that impact cannot be reasonably avoided—the development is designed, sited and will be managed to minimise that impact, or
(c)  if that impact cannot be minimised—the development will be managed to mitigate that impact.
6.5   Drinking water catchments
(1)  The objective of this clause is to maintain water quality and the natural environment in the Googong Drinking Water Catchment.
(2)  This clause applies to land identified as “Drinking water catchment” on the Drinking Water Catchment Map.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that the development will not have an adverse impact on the quality of water entering the drinking water storage or the natural environment of the land.
(4)  Before determining a development application for development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider the following:
(a)  whether the development will involve the installation of new, or an increased use of existing, effluent disposal systems on the land,
(b)  whether effluent generated by the development will pollute nearby watercourses or groundwater,
(c)  whether the development is likely to increase siltation of nearby watercourses,
(d)  whether any agriculture associated with the development is likely to increase nutrient levels or bank erosion of the watercourses.
6.6   Riparian land and watercourses
(1)  The objective of this clause is to protect and maintain the following:
(a)  water quality within watercourses,
(b)  the stability of the bed and banks of watercourses,
(c)  aquatic and riparian habitats,
(d)  ecological processes within watercourses and riparian areas.
(2)  This clause applies to all of the following:
(a)  land identified as “Riparian Land” on the Riparian Land Map,
(b)  all land that is within 40 metres of the top of the bank of a watercourse.
(3)  Before determining a development application for development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider:
(a)  whether or not the development is likely to have any adverse impact on the following:
(i)  the water quality and flows within the watercourse,
(ii)  aquatic and riparian species, habitats and ecosystems of the watercourse,
(iii)  the stability of the bed and banks of the watercourse,
(iv)  the free passage of fish and other aquatic organisms within or along the watercourse,
(v)  any future rehabilitation of the watercourse and riparian areas, and
(b)  whether or not the development is likely to increase water extraction from the watercourse, and
(c)  any appropriate measures proposed to avoid, minimise or mitigate the impacts of the development.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development is designed, sited and will be managed to avoid any significant adverse environmental impact, or
(b)  if that impact cannot be reasonably avoided—the development is designed, sited and will be managed to minimise that impact, or
(c)  if that impact cannot be minimised—the development will be managed to mitigate that impact.
6.7   Wetlands
(1)  The objective of this clause is to ensure that wetlands are preserved and protected from the impacts of development.
(2)  This clause applies to land identified as “Wetland” on the Wetlands Map.
(3)  Before determining a development application for development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider:
(a)  whether or not the development is likely to have any significant adverse impact on the following:
(i)  the condition and significance of the existing native fauna and flora on the land,
(ii)  the provision and quality of habitats on the land for indigenous and migratory species,
(iii)  the surface and groundwater characteristics of the land, including water quality, natural water flows and salinity, and
(b)  any appropriate measures proposed to avoid, minimise or mitigate the impacts of the development.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that:
(a)  the development is designed, sited and will be managed to avoid any significant adverse environmental impact, or
(b)  if that impact cannot be reasonably avoided—the development is designed, sited and will be managed to minimise that impact, or
(c)  if that impact cannot be minimised—the development will be managed to mitigate that impact.
6.8   Landslide risk and karst areas
(1)  The objectives of this clause are to protect, maintain or improve the diversity and stability of landscapes, including:
(a)  restricting development on land that is unsuitable for development due to steep slopes, and
(b)  restricting development in karst areas.
(2)  This clause applies to development on land that is identified as:
(a)  “Landslide Risk” on the Landslide Risk Map, and
(b)  “Known Karst Areas” on the Natural Resources Karst Map.
(3)  Development consent must not be granted to development that involves the disturbance of soil on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority has considered an environmental assessment for karst areas or a geotechnical assessment for areas with a slope greater than 20 degrees, which addresses the potential for any adverse impacts on the land.
(4)  Development consent must not be granted to development on land to which this clause applies unless the consent authority is satisfied that the development is consistent with the objectives of this clause and that:
(a)  the development is designed, sited and will be managed to avoid any significant adverse environmental impact, or
(b)  if that impact cannot be avoided by adopting feasible alternatives—the development is designed, sited and will be managed to minimise that impact, or
(c)  if that impact cannot be minimised—the development will be managed to mitigate that impact.
6.9   Scenic protection area
(1)  The objective of this clause is to maintain the visual amenity of the major rural road corridors.
(2)  This clause applies to land identified as “Scenic Protection (400m buffer)” on the Scenic Protection Map.
(3)  In considering whether to grant development consent to development on land to which this clause applies, the consent authority must consider the following:
(a)  the significance of the land as part of a visual corridor of regional importance,
(b)  the visual impact of the proposed development as viewed from the Monaro or Snowy Mountains Highways,
(c)  whether measures to minimise any adverse visual impacts have been included in the development.
6.10   Essential services
Development consent must not be granted to development unless the consent authority is satisfied that any of the following services that are essential for the development are available or that adequate arrangements have been made to make them available when required:
(a)  the supply of water,
(b)  the supply of electricity,
(c)  the disposal and management of sewage,
(d)  stormwater drainage or on-site conservation,
(e)  suitable vehicular access.
6.11   Location of sex services premises
(1)  The objective of this clause is to minimise land use conflicts and adverse amenity impacts by providing a reasonable level of separation between sex services premises, specified land uses and places regularly frequented by children.
(2)  In deciding whether to grant development consent to development for the purposes of sex services premises, the consent authority must consider the following:
(a)  whether the premises will be located on land that adjoins, is directly opposite or is separated only by a local road from land:
(i)  in Zone R1 General Residential, Zone R2 Low Density Residential or Zone RE1 Public Recreation, or
(ii)  used for the purposes of a centre-based child care facility, a community facility, a school or a place of public worship,
(b)  the impact of the proposed development and its hours of operation on any place likely to be regularly frequented by children:
(i)  that adjoins the proposed development, or
(ii)  that can be viewed from the proposed development, or
(iii)  from which a person can view the proposed development.
cl 6.11: Am 2017 (493), Sch 1.2 [1].
Maps: Am 2014 (344), cl 4; 2016 (247), cl 4.
Schedule 1 Additional permitted uses
(Clause 2.5)
Use of certain land on the Monaro Highway, Nimmitabel
(1)  This clause applies to land at Monaro Highway, Nimmitabel, being Lots 179–183 and 185–189, DP 756849 and Lot 1, DP 248788.
(2)  Development for the purpose of a waste or resource transfer station is permitted with development consent.
Schedule 2 Exempt development
(Clause 3.1)
Note 1—
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 specifies exempt development under that Policy. The Policy has State-wide application. This Schedule contains additional exempt development not specified in that Policy.
Note 2—
Exempt development may be carried out without the need for development consent under the Act. Such development is not exempt from any approval, licence, permit or authority that is required under any other Act and adjoining owners’ property rights and the common law still apply.
Advertising signs
(1)  Must be located on land in Zone RU5 Village, Zone R1 General Residential, Zone B1 Neighbourhood Centre, Zone B2 Local Centre, Zone B3 Commercial Core, Zone B4 Mixed Use, Zone B5 Business Development, Zone IN1 General Industrial, Zone SP2 Infrastructure or Zone RE2 Private Recreation.
(2)  Maximum area:
(a)  if located on land in Zone IN1 General Industrial or Zone SP2 Infrastructure—1.5m2, or
(b)  if located on land in any other zone—1m2.
(3)  Must not be illuminated.
(4)  Maximum 1 sign per premises.
(5)  Must be related to a lawful use carried out on the land on which the sign is located.
(6)  If mounted to the front fence or front wall of a building, must not protrude beyond the physical limits of that fence or building.
(7)  Must not be located on public land.
(8)  Must not be located on or in, or in relation to, a heritage item or in a heritage conservation area.
Advertising structures
(1)  Must be located on land in a business or industrial zone, Zone SP2 Infrastructure or Zone RE2 Private Recreation.
(2)  Must not be erected on or above a roof line.
(3)  Maximum height—2m.
(4)  Maximum area—1m2.
(5)  Must be constructed in accordance with an engineer’s certification for the structure and footings.
(6)  Must not be illuminated.
(7)  Must be constructed of weather-proof material.
(8)  Maximum 1 structure per premises.
(9)  Must not be erected on public land.
(10)  Must not be located on or in, or in relation to, a heritage item or in a heritage conservation area.
Building identification signs
(1)  Must be located on land in a business or industrial zone, Zone RU1 Primary Production, Zone RU5 Village, Zone R1 General Residential, Zone SP2 Infrastructure or Zone RE2 Private Recreation.
(2)  Maximum area:
(a)  if located on land in Zone SP2 Infrastructure, Zone IN1 General Industrial or Zone RE2 Private Recreation—1.5m2, or
(b)  if located on land in any other zone—1m2.
(3)  Must not be illuminated.
(4)  Maximum 1 sign per premises.
(5)  Must relate to a lawful use carried out on the land.
(6)  If mounted to the front fence or front wall of a building, must not protrude beyond the physical limits of that fence or building.
(7)  Must not be located on public land.
(8)  Must not be located on or in, or in relation to, a heritage item or in a heritage conservation area.
Business identification signs
(1)  Maximum area—1m2.
(2)  Must not be illuminated or flashing.
(3)  May be either a shop window sign, under awning sign or front awning sign.
(4)  Maximum 1 sign per premises.
(5)  Must relate to a lawful use carried out on the land.
(6)  If flush-mounted to the front fence or front wall of a building, must not protrude beyond the physical limits of that fence or building.
(7)  Must not be located on public land.
(8)  If there is no awning on the premises, no sign is to be extended more than 4.6m above ground level.
(9)  Signs attached to an awning must be at least 2.7m above ground level (existing).
(10)  Shop front signs must not cover more than 25% of the facade.
(11)  Must not cover mechanical ventilation inlet or outlet vents.
(12)  Must not be located on or in, or in relation to, a heritage item or in a heritage conservation area.
External lighting
(1)  Must not be for the lighting of private tennis courts or sports fields.
(2)  Must not cause glare to adjoining properties or street.
(3)  Must not be a permanent free-standing structure.
(4)  Maximum height—3m.
Farm dams in Zone RU1
(1)  Must be 1ML or less in capacity.
(2)  Must contain a means of managing water overflow.
(3)  Must be a minimum of 50m from any property boundary.
(4)  Must not involve works within 40m of the banks of a named watercourse.
(5)  Must not contain a spillway more than 1m in height.
(6)  Must comply with the Water Management Act 2000.
Inflatable signs (balloons and blimps) in business or industrial zones
(1)  Must not be attached to the roof or parapet of a building.
(2)  Must be securely fixed to the ground.
(3)  Maximum height—3m.
(4)  Must not be inflated with flammable or explosive gases.
(5)  Maximum 1 per business.
Outdoor dining areas
(1)  Must be located at least 3m from any road.
(2)  Must be located within 2m of property boundary.
(3)  Outdoor furniture must not result in the approved seating capacity of the premises being exceeded.
(4)  Must not extend beyond the frontage of the premises to which it relates.
(5)  Must not be fixed or fastened to the footpath or building.
(6)  Outdoor furniture and other equipment such as umbrellas, umbrella stands, pot plants and barriers used to define the seating area must be removed at close of business each day.
(7)  Must be located on sealed footpath.
Note—
Approval is also required under the Local Government Act 1993 and under the Roads Act 1993 if the road is a classified road.
Property address signs
(1)  Maximum area:
(a)  if located on land in a residential zone—0.5m2, or
(b)  if located on land in any other zone—1m2.
(2)  Maximum height:
(a)  if located on land in an industrial zone—2m, or
(b)  if located on land in any other zone—1.8m.
(3)  If located on land in a residential, rural or environment protection zones—must not be illuminated.
(4)  If mounted to front fence or front wall of building, must not protrude beyond the physical limits of that fence or building.
(5)  Maximum 1 sign per premises.
Pylon signs (business and industrial zones)
(1)  Must not be illuminated or flashing.
(2)  Maximum area—2m2.
(3)  Maximum height—4m.
(4)  Maximum 1 sign per premises.
(5)  Must relate to a lawful use carried out on the land.
(6)  Must not be located on public land.
(7)  Must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
Real estate signs (advertising premises for sale or lease)
(1)  Maximum area:
(a)  if located on land in a residential, rural or environment protection zone—2m2, or
(b)  if located on land in a business or industrial zone—4m2.
(2)  Maximum 2 signs per premises.
(3)  Maximum 1 sign at frontage of premises.
(4)  Must be removed within 7 days of sale or lease of premises.
Temporary signs for religious, educational, cultural, political, social or recreational events
(1)  Must not include commercial advertising apart from name of event sponsor.
(2)  Must not be displayed earlier than 21 days before, or later than 7 days after, the event.
(3)  Must not be taped to poles, hoardings or buildings.
(4)  Must be bunting or a banner or poster.
(5)  Must be securely fixed and not impede the movement of vehicles and/or pedestrians.
Schedule 3 Complying development
(Clause 3.2)
Note—
State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008 specifies complying development and the complying development conditions for that development under that Policy. The Policy has State-wide application. This Schedule contains additional complying development not specified in that Policy.
Part 1 Types of development
(When this Plan was made this Part was blank)
Part 2 Complying development certificate conditions
Note—
Complying development must comply with the requirements of the Act, the regulations under the Act and this Plan.
General conditions
Any development specified in Part 1 is subject to the same conditions set out in Schedule 6 to State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008.
Schedule 4 Classification and reclassification of public land
(Clause 5.2)
Part 1 Land classified, or reclassified, as operational land—no interests changed
Column 1
Column 2
Locality
Description
Binjura, Glen Road
Lot 1, DP 859306
Binjura, Mittagang Road
Lot 100, DP 1163635; Lot 226, DP 727627
Bredbo, North Street
Lots 2 and 4, DP 570008
Colinton, Monaro Highway
Lots 3, 7 and 8, Section 17, DP 758261
Cooma, Hawkins Street
Lot 4, DP 861874
Cooma, Ina Place
Lot 247, DP 209292
Cooma, Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 708767
Cooma, Massie Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 349751
Cooma, Massie Street
Lot 5, DP 1137752
Cooma, Massie Street
Lot 2, DP 46281
Cooma, Monaro Highway
Lots 313 and 314, DP 750535
Cooma, Mulach Street
Lot 3, DP 39090
Cooma, Mulach Street
Lot 2, DP 817452
Cooma, Mulach Street
Lot 6, DP 839384
Cooma, Murray Street
Lot 25, DP 1129026
Cooma, Numeralla Road
Lot 1, DP 1033532
Cooma, Saleyards Road
Lot 2, DP 217516
Cooma, Saleyards Road
Lot 460, DP 41999
Michelago, Monaro Highway
Lot 6, DP 1006786
Nimmitabel, Kirke Street
Lot 2, Section 43, DP 758776
Nimmitabel, Kirke Street
Lot 5, DP 1129923
Polo Flat, Polo Flat Road
Lot 11, DP 1108723; Lot 5, DP 255865
The Angle, Smiths Road
Lot 1, DP 1071422
Part 2 Land classified, or reclassified, as operational land—interests changed
Column 1
Column 2
Column 3
Locality
Description
Any trusts etc not discharged
Cooma, Adams Avenue
Lots 77 and 78, DP 512739
 
Part 3 Land classified, or reclassified, as community land
Column 1
Column 2
Locality
Description
Nil
 
Schedule 5 Environmental heritage
(Clause 5.10)
Part 1 Heritage items
Suburb
Item name
Address
Property description
Significance
Item no
Billilingra
Grave site—Riversdale
223 Billilingra Road
Lot 40, DP 750569
Local
I1
Billilingra
Ruin—Billilingra
2761 Monaro Highway
Lot 21, DP 712987
Local
I2
Binjura
Steam-driven water pump
Mittagang Road
Lot 100, DP 1163635
Local
I3
Binjura
Homestead—Bulong
508 Mittagang Road
Lot 2, DP 866271
Local
I4
Bolaro
Homestead—Bolero
575 Bobeyan Road
Part Lots 16 and 50, DP 750538
Local
I5
Bredbo
Railway bridge
Bredbo River
 
State
I7
Bredbo
Bredbo Inn
1 Cooma Street
Lot 100, DP 621286
Local
I8
Bredbo
Bredbo Community Hall
7 Cooma Street
Lot 1, Section 2, DP 758158
Local
I9
Bredbo
Bredbo Public School
24 Cooma Street
Lot 97, DP 750525
Local
I10
Bredbo
St Bartholomew’s Anglican Church
2 Dulcie Street
Lot 209, DP 750525
Local
I12
Bredbo
Homestead—Bredbo Station
48 Jerangle Road
Lot 41, DP 635407
Local
I13
Bredbo
Railway tunnel—Scotsdale
3897 Monaro Highway
 
Local
I14
Bredbo
All Saints Roman Catholic Church
5 Walker Street
Lot 4, Section 15, DP 758158
Local
I15
Bredbo
Bredbo Cemetery
90 Yayouk Street
Lot 7003, DP 94969
Local
I16
Bunyan
Homestead—Bunyan House
2 Binjura Road
Lot 1, Section 5, DP 758188
Local
I17
Bunyan
Squatter’s Arms Hotel
945 Monaro Highway
Lots 1–10, Section 6, DP 758188
Local
I18
Bunyan
Cottage—Cloyne
264 Rose Valley Road
Lots 17 and 31, DP 750530
Local
I19
Burra
Dry stone wall—Burra Station (boundary marker)
Burra Road
Lot 124, DP 754889
Local
I20
Carlaminda
Sheepfold—Carlaminda No 1
604 Carlaminda Road
Lot 10, DP 216316
Local
I22
Carlaminda
Sheepfold—Carlaminda No 2
604 Carlaminda Road
Lot 119, DP 750530
Local
I21
Carlaminda
Homestead—Carlaminda
1686 Carlaminda Road
Lot 2, DP 231030
Local
I23
Chakola
Railway bridge
  
Local
I24
Chakola
Cottage—Spring Downs
466 Chakola Road
Lot 8, DP 788585
Local
I25
Chakola
Ruin—former Chakola Post Office
480 Chakola Road
Lot 126, DP 750568
Local
I26
Chakola
Homestead—Dromore Station
96 Dromore Road
Lot 1, DP 632939
Local
I27
Chakola
Ruin—Driscoll’s Inn
2162 Monaro Highway
Lot 7, DP 719066
Local
I28
Colinton
Railway bridge—Ingalara
  
State
I29
Colinton
Cottage—The Oaks
4215 Monaro Highway
Lot 6, DP 861396
Local
I30
Colinton
Ruin—Kelly’s Cottage
4789 Monaro Highway
Lot 1, DP 1164059
Local
I31
Cooma
House
4 Albert Street
Lot 1, DP 573537
Local
I32
Cooma
House
13 Albert Street
Lot B, DP 386713
Local
I33
Cooma
Vine Cottage
6 Amos Street
Lot 10, DP 630377
Local
I34
Cooma
Flats
53 Baron Street
Lot 22, DP 1129026
Local
I35
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
60 Baron Street
Lot A, DP 360425
Local
I36
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
4/67 Baron Street
Lot 5, SP 74231
Local
I38
Cooma
House—Old Grammar School
15 Bligh Street
Lot 21, DP 715739
Local
I40
Cooma
Drill Hall—Royal Australian Engineer’s Building
38 Bombala Street
Lot 1, DP 224863
Local
I41
Cooma
Cooma District Hospital
93 Bombala Street
Lot 2, DP 1161366
Local
I43
Cooma
Cottage (stone)
108 Bombala Street
Lot D, DP 158191
Local
I44
Cooma
Cottage (Victorian)
44 Bradley Street
Lot 11, Section 65, DP 758280
Local
I45
Cooma
Cottage
46 Bradley Street
Lot 10, Section 65, DP 758280
Local
I46
Cooma
Homestead—The Willows
130 Carlaminda Road
Lot 512, DP 860259
Local
I47
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
31 Chapman Street
Lot 2, DP 503516
Local
I48
Cooma
Grave site—Wren’s Nest Cottage
Church Road
Lot 2, DP 1139354
Local
I49
Cooma
Wren’s Nest Cottage
95 Church Road
Lot 2, DP 603820
Local
I50
Cooma
Cooma Primary School
Commissioner Street
Lot 1, DP 629592
Local
I52
Cooma
Civic Building—Monaro Centre
108 Commissioner Street
Lot 10, DP 554386
Local
I51
Cooma
St Paul’s Anglican Church
136 Commissioner Street
Lot 3, Section 51, DP 758280
Local
I53
Cooma
St Paul’s Anglican Rectory
136 Commissioner Street
Lot 2, Section 51, DP 758280
Local
I54
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
140 Commissioner Street
Lot 1, DP 563617
Local
I56
Cooma
Cottage
153 Commissioner Street
Lot B, DP 364301
Local
I57
Cooma
House
1 Creek Street
Lot 3, Section 19, DP 758280
Local
I58
Cooma
Cottage (stone)
17 Crisp Street
Lot 21, DP 713675
Local
I59
Cooma
Grandstand—Cooma Showground
Cromwell Street
Lot 139, DP 750535
Local
I60
Cooma
House
1 Cromwell Street
Lot 2, DP 654009
Local
I61
Cooma
House (brick)
2 Cromwell Street
Lot 2, DP 532871
Local
I62
Cooma
House
14 Cromwell Street
Lot 4, DP 363271
Local
I63
Cooma
House
16 Cromwell Street
Lot 10, DP 1040088
Local
I64
Cooma
Cottage (stone)
26 Cromwell Street
Lot A, DP 390929
Local
I65
Cooma
Beresford House
6 Dawson Street
Lot 2, DP 791771
Local
I66
Cooma
Civic Building—former Municipality Council Chambers
7 Dawson Street
Lots 18 and 19, DP 2478
Local
I67
Cooma
Cottage
10 Denison Street
Lot 1, DP 784919
Local
I68
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
31 Denison Street
Lot 1, DP 199320
Local
I69
Cooma
Cottage (rendered)
38 Denison Street
Lot 1, DP 194605
Local
I70
Cooma
Stables—formerly St Patrick’s
65 Egan Street
Lot 1, DP 1138857
Local
I73
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
51 Hawkins Street
Lot 1, DP 515342
Local
I74
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
51 Hill Street
Lot 2, DP 304440
Local
I78
Cooma
Cottage
57 Hill Street
Lot 1, DP 417056
Local
I79
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
1 Hilton Street
Lot B, DP 412021
Local
I80
Cooma
Stone wall
Kiah Avenue
Lots 1 and 2, DP 587164; Lot 2, DP 589275; Lot 45, DP 883148
Local
I81
Cooma
Cottage—Pine Glen
59 Kiah Avenue
Lot 2, DP 589275
Local
I82
Cooma
Rock bolts
Lambie Gorge
Lot 3, DP 704165
Local
I83
Cooma
Cottage (stone)
1 Lambie Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 779746
Local
I84
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
7 Lambie Street
Lot A, DP 157736
Local
I85
Cooma
Inn—Raglan Gallery
9 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 708767
Local
I86
Cooma
House
19 Lambie Street
Lot X, DP 415491
Local
I87
Cooma
House
20 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 246949
Local
I88
Cooma
Cottage (weatherboard)
23 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 1110548
Local
I89
Cooma
Bungalow
27 Lambie Street
Lot 2, DP 625275
Local
I90
Cooma
House (two storey)
30 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 735357
Local
I91
Cooma
House
32 Lambie Street
Lot 4, DP 996816
Local
I92
Cooma
House
39 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 1038445
Local
I93
Cooma
House
41 Lambie Street
Lot 3, DP 1071421
Local
I94
Cooma
House
43 Lambie Street
Lot 4, DP 1071421
Local
I95
Cooma
House
47 Lambie Street
Lot 1, DP 231286
Local
I96
Cooma
Cottage (late Victorian)
48 Lambie Street
Lot 48, DP 1071283
Local
I97
Cooma
House
49 Lambie Street
Lot 2, DP 231286
Local
I98
Cooma
House
51 Lambie Street
Lot 6, Section 3, DP 758280
Local
I99
Cooma
House
55 Lambie Street
Lot B, DP 156264
Local
I100
Cooma
Royal Hotel
59 and 61 Lambie Street
Lot B, DP 326660; Lot 2, DP 553752
State
I101
Cooma
Police station—former Cooma Police Barracks
Massie Street
Lot 1, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I102
Cooma
House
30 Massie Street
Lot 1, DP 743792
Local
I104
Cooma
Cooma Hotel
79 Massie Street
Lot 2, DP 630373; Lot 4, DP 630374
Local
I105
Cooma
Masonic Lodge
82 Massie Street
Lots 16 and 17, DP 2478
Local
I107
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
1 Mulach Street
Lot 1, DP 32321
Local
I109
Cooma
Cottage (Victorian)
5 Mulach Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 39128
Local
I110
Cooma
The Surveyor’s Cottage
101 Mulach Street
Lot 1, DP 629559
Local
I111
Cooma
St Patrick’s Church and Presbytery
46 Murray Street
Lot 2, DP 1138857
Local
I112
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
7 Sellar Street
Lot 1, DP 581876
Local
I113
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
25 Sharp Street
Lot A, DP 379987
Local
I115
Cooma
Shop
88 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 626792
Local
I116
Cooma
Centennial Park
91 Sharp Street
Lot 701, DP 1023496
Local
I117
Cooma
Australian Hotel
137 Sharp Street
Lot 2, DP 202051
Local
I119
Cooma
Shop—Asprey’s Building
142 Sharp Street
Lot 2, DP 749503
Local
I121
Cooma
Shop—Percy’s Newsagency
154-156 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 1066721
Local
I122
Cooma
Westpac Bank
157 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 937307
Local
I123
Cooma
Shop
163 Sharp Street
Lot 2, DP 717570
Local
I125
Cooma
Shop
165 Sharp Street
Lot B, DP 393411
Local
I126
Cooma
Shop
172–180 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 583421
Local
I128
Cooma
Shop—formerly Woolstore Antiques
177 Sharp Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 2478
Local
I129
Cooma
Uniting Church
185 Sharp Street
Lot 2, DP 838718
Local
I131
Cooma
Cottage (rendered)
199 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 219365
Local
I133
Cooma
Cottage (multi-gabled)
202 Sharp Street
Lot 1, DP 584348
Local
I134
Cooma
Cottage (Victorian) and barn
208 Sharp Street
Lot 12, Section 8, DP 758280
Local
I135
Cooma
Police station
22 Soho Street
Lot 1, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I138
Cooma
Presbyterian manse
59 Soho Street
Lot 1, Section 51, DP 758280
Local
I140
Cooma
Uniting Church
59 Soho Street
Lot 1, Section 51, DP 758280
Local
I139
Cooma
Cottage (semi-detached brick)
18 Tumut Street
Lot 3, DP 1038445
Local
I141
Cooma
Cottages
Vagg Street
Lot 2, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I142
Cooma
Courthouse
Vale Street
Lot 1, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I143
Cooma
St Patrick’s Primary School
Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 1152595
Local
I145
Cooma
War memorial
Vale Street
 
Local
I146
Cooma
Cooma Gaol
1–5 Vale Street
Lot 2, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I144
Cooma
Building (granite)—associated with Cooma Gaol
11 Vale Street
Lot 2, Section 50, DP 758280
Local
I147
Cooma
Post office
23 Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 749919
Local
I148
Cooma
Shop
29 Vale Street
Lot 23, DP 2478
Local
I150
Cooma
Shop
39 Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 791771
Local
I151
Cooma
Brigidine Convent
41 Vale Street
Lots 7 and 8, Section 49A, DP 758280
Local
I152
Cooma
House (Modernist)
59 Vale Street
Lot B, DP 154627
Local
I153
Cooma
Shops (19th century)
70 Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 112493
Local
I154
Cooma
Shops (19th century)
76 Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 789137
Local
I155
Cooma
Shop (two storey Victorian)
84 Vale Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 221484
Local
I156
Cooma
House (granite)
136 Vale Street
Lot A, DP 404734
Local
I157
Cooma
House
149 Vale Street
Lot 1, DP 1085559
Local
I158
Cooma
Flats (granite)
25, 27, 29 and 31 Victoria Street
Lots 1–4, DP 601932
Local
I159
Cooma
Cottage (brick)
50 Victoria Street
Lot 1, DP 955474
Local
I160
Cooma
Cottage (weatherboard)
6 Vulcan Street
Lot 6, DP 914119
Local
I161
Cooma
House (granite)
3 Welch Street
Lots 1 and 2, DP 594013
Local
I162
Countegany
Homestead—Willow Farm
Badja Road
Lot 1, DP 750564
Local
I163
Dairymans Plain
Homestead—Tumbledown
322 Dry Plains Road
Lot 51, DP 627852
Local
I165
Dairymans Plain
Ruin—Old Mill
Old Mill Road
Lot 35, DP 750524
Local
I166
Dangelong
Homestead—Dangelong
759 Dangelong Road
Lot 1, DP 750537
Local
I167
Glen Fergus
Homestead—Glen Fergus
1254 Numeralla Road
Lot 7, DP 849834
Local
I168
Jerangle
Jerangle Cemetery
Jerangle Cemetery Road
Lot 7300, DP 1146385
Local
I169
Jerangle
Cottage—Old Bredbo
1124 Jerangle Road
Lot 2, DP 225603
Local
I170
Jerangle
Cottage—Wangrah
1535 Jerangle Road
Lot 4, DP 750565
Local
I171
Jerangle
Little Plain Hotel (former)
2721 Jerangle Road
Lot 2, DP 541927
Local
I172
Jerangle
Jerangle Public School
2892 Jerangle Road
Lot 78, DP 750558
Local
I173
Jerangle
St Andrew’s Anglican Church
4 Sandy Flat Road
Lots 4 and 5, DP 750558
Local
I174
Maffra
Bobundara Cemetery
Maffra Road
Lots 128–134, DP 756841
Local
I175
Maffra
Homestead—Maffra
3745 The Snowy River Way
Lots 94 and 101, DP 756841
Local
I176
Michelago
Homestead— Michelago Station
751 Micalago Road
Lot 5, DP 750549
Local
I177
Michelago
Michelago Cemetery
Monaro Highway
Lots 1 and 2, DP 1125138
Local
I178
Michelago
Ruin—chimney
Monaro Highway
 
Local
I179
Michelago
Cottage—Pavina
6209 Monaro Highway
Lot 13, DP 750549
Local
I180
Michelago
St Patrick’s Catholic Church
6418 Monaro Highway
Lot 15, DP 11175; Lot 1, DP 89743
Local
I181
Michelago
Former police station
6583 Monaro Highway
Lot 42, DP 754896
Local
I182
Michelago
Hibernian Hotel
6583 Monaro Highway
Lot 2, DP 1125658
Local
I183
Michelago
Cottage—Glanroe
175 Mount Livingstone Road
Lot 4, DP 835133
Local
I184
Michelago
Railway Station Group
Ryrie Street
 
State
I185
Michelago
Michelago Public School
20 Ryrie Street
Lot 1, DP 918110
Local
I186
Michelago
Stationmaster’s cottage
91 Ryrie Street
Lot 1, DP 599790
Local
I187
Michelago
Police station and stables
108 Ryrie Street
Lot 1, DP 911862
Local
I188
Michelago
St Thomas’ Anglican Church
112 Ryrie Street
Lot 1, DP 1124224
Local
I189
Middle Flat
Cottage—Dartmoor
Carlaminda Road
Lot 136, DP 750530
Local
I190
Nimmitabel
Railway Station Group
 
Lot 1, DP 795378
Local
I191
Nimmitabel
Town well
Bombala Street
 
Local
I192
Nimmitabel
Tudor Inn
28 Bombala Street
Lot 2, Section 36, DP 758776
Local
I193
Nimmitabel
Police station and lockup
32 Bombala Street
Lot 18, Section 35, DP 758776
Local
I194
Nimmitabel
Pioneers Memorial Hall
34 Bombala Street
Lot 6, Section 35, DP 758776
Local
I195
Nimmitabel
Antique shop
36 Bombala Street
Lot 2, Section 35, DP 758776
Local
I196
Nimmitabel
Nimmitabel General Store
37 Bombala Street
Lot 1, DP 312318
Local
I197
Nimmitabel
Inn—Geldmacher House
39 Bombala Street
Lot 6, Section 42, DP 758776
Local
I198
Nimmitabel
Antique shop (former)
43 Bombala Street
Lot 1, DP 603242
Local
I199
Nimmitabel
Hotel—Royal Arms
45 Bombala Street
Lots 21 and 22, DP 746521
Local
I200
Nimmitabel
Post office
48 Bombala Street
Lot 1, DP 633583
Local
I201
Nimmitabel
Pioneer Cemetery
Boyd Street
Lots 11 and 12, Section 24, DP 758776
Local
I202
Nimmitabel
Geldmacher Mill
Clarke Street
Lot 7019, DP 1057289
Local
I203
Nimmitabel
Bush Nursing Home
32 Clarke Street
Lot 10, DP 1136475
Local
I204
Nimmitabel
Convent—St Joseph’s
1 Kirke Street
Lot 7, Section 50, DP 758776
Local
I206
Nimmitabel
St Joseph’s School
1 Kirke Street
Lots 7, 12 and 13, Section 50, DP 758776
Local
I205
Nimmitabel
St Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church
2 Kirke Street
Lot 1, DP 129913; Lot 7, Section 41, DP 758776
Local
I207
Nimmitabel
Pine Cottage
8 Kirke Street
Lot 1, DP 1052014
Local
I208
Nimmitabel
St Peter’s Anglican Church
19 Kirke Street
Lot 9, Section 71, DP 758776
Local
I209
Nimmitabel
Nimmitabel Cemetery
Monaro Highway
Lot 7029, DP 1053855
Local
I210
Nimmitabel
War Memorial
Monaro Highway
Lot 7017, DP 1055333
Local
I211
Nimmitabel
Homestead—Curry Flat
500 Ryedale Road
Lot 133, DP 756849
Local
I212
Nimmitabel
Cottage—Hayfield
147 Springfield Road
Lot 103, DP 756849
Local
I213
Nimmitabel
Cottage—The Mansion
252 Springfield Road
Lot 39, DP 1095921
Local
I214
Nimmitabel
Cottage—Woodbine
498 Springfield Road
Lot 1, DP 456757
Local
I215
Nimmitabel
Nimmitabel Public School
Wolfe Street
Lot 215, DP 729073
Local
I216
Numeralla
Numeralla Cemetery
Beresford Road
Lot 7303, DP 1142403
Local
I217
Numeralla
Cottage—Elizabeth’s Place
Carlaminda Road
Lot 5, DP 750556
Local
I222
Numeralla
Ruin—Maggies Hut
2186 Carlaminda Road
Lot 8, DP 750551
Local
I218
Numeralla
Cottage—The Point
2650 Carlaminda Road
Lot 72, DP 750551
Local
I219
Numeralla
Homestead—Buenawatha
2757 Carlaminda Road
Lot 1, DP 807635
Local
I221
Numeralla
Albertine Cottage
5 Cooma Street
Lot 10, Section 8, DP 758797
Local
I223
Numeralla
Cottage
12 Cooma Street
Lot 21, DP 632490
Local
I224
Numeralla
Mine—Big Badja Gold Diggings and Chinese Wall
Countegany Road
Lot 7011, DP 1065141; Lot 7016, DP 1065142
Local
I226
Numeralla
Stockyard Creek Cemetery
Countegany Road
Lot 99, DP 750564
Local
I227
Numeralla
Boate’s Homestead (former)
2661 Countegany Road
Lot 2, DP 818359
Local
I225
Numeralla
St John’s Anglican Church
31 Maclean Street
Lots 6 and 7, Section 8, DP 758797
Local
I228
Numeralla
All Saints Roman Catholic Church
35 Maclean Street
Lots 8 and 9, Section 8, DP 758797
Local
I229
Numeralla
Numeralla Digger’s Hall
58 Maclean Street
Lot 1, Section 3, DP 758797
Local
I230
Numeralla
Mine
Peak View Road (Fiery Creek, Macanally Reserve)
 
Local
I231
Numeralla
Numeralla Public School
9 Richardson Street
Lot 137, DP 729702
Local
I232
Numeralla
Boland’s Inn
10 Umeralla Road
Lot 2, Section 9, DP 758797
Local
I233
Peak View
Cowra Creek Mine site (town area)
  
Local
I234
Peak View
Mine—Back Creek Battery Complex
Jerangle Road
Lot 37, DP 750521
Local
I235
Peak View
Peak View Memorial Hall
1578 Peak View Road
Lot 59, DP 750541
Local
I236
Polo Flat
Mine—Bushy Hill
Carlaminda Road
Lot 305, DP 750535
Local
I237
Polo Flat
Nissen Hut
30 Holland Road
Lot 22, DP 853353
Local
I238
Polo Flat
Nissen Huts
34 Holland Road
Lot 1, DP 240783
Local
I239
Polo Flat
Railway bridge
Polo Flat Road
 
State
I242
Polo Flat
Woolshed
49 Polo Flat Road
Lot 31, DP 719808
Local
I241
Rock Flat
House—Tynedale
6865 Monaro Highway
Lot 77, DP 750555
Local
I243
Rock Flat
Homestead—Manaroo
7651 Monaro Highway
Lots 65, 68 and 109, DP 750540
Local
I244
Rock Flat
Rock Flat Mineral Springs and Mines
Springs Road
Lot 49, DP 750537
Local
I245
Rock Flat
Homestead—Milton Park
278 Springs Road
Lot 6, DP 750540
Local
I246
Rock Flat
Homestead—Rock Flat
470 Springs Road
Lot 1, DP 750540
Local
I247
Rock Flat
Homestead—Kaludah
299 Tom Groggin Road
Lot 34, DP 750537
Local
I248
Rose Valley
Homestead—Rose Brook
681 Rose Valley Road
Lot 2, DP 621473
Local
I249
Rose Valley
Homestead—Rose Valley
1318 Rose Valley Road
Lot 3, DP 750532
Local
I250
Rose Valley
Rose Valley Cemetery
1318 Rose Valley Road
Lot 1, DP 923513
Local
I251
Shannons Flat
Homestead—Yarrawa
1133 Jones Plain Road
Lot 35, DP 750527
Local
I252
Springfield
Cottage—Old Springfield
1975 Springfield Road
Lot 1, DP 1106173
Local
I253
Springfield
Inn—Avon Lake
The Snowy River Way
Lot 31, DP 756848
Local
I254
Springfield
Homestead—Yandra
407 Yandra Road
Lot 1, DP 1106166
Local
I255
Tantangara
Homestead—Currango
Kosciuszko National Park
Lot 3, DP 751819
State
I256
Yaouk
Yaouk Bridle Trail
 
Lots 3, 47–50, 60, 61 and 70, DP 751837
Local
I257
Part 2 Heritage conservation areas
Description
Identification on Heritage Map
Significance
Item no
Church Hill Conservation Area
Shown by red hatching and labelled “C3”
Local
C3
Cooma Railway Precinct Conservation Area
Shown by red hatching and labelled “C4”
State
C4
Courthouse/Memorial Conservation Area
Shown by red hatching and labelled “C2”
Local
C2
Lambie Street Conservation Area
Shown by red hatching and labelled “C1”
Local
C1
Nanny Goat Hill (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C5”
Local
C5
Sharp Street (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C10”
Local
C10
Slacks Creek (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C7”
Local
C7
Snake Creek (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C9”
Local
C9
Soho Street (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C6”
Local
C6
Spring Creek (geological site)
Shown by green hatching and labelled “C8”
Local
C8
Part 3 Aboriginal places of heritage significance
Description
Identification on Heritage Map
Significance
Item no
Coolamatong (Lambie Gorge)
Shown edged yellow and labelled “AH1”
State
AH1
Dictionary
(Clause 1.4)
Aboriginal object means any deposit, object or other material evidence (not being a handicraft made for sale) relating to the Aboriginal habitation of an area of New South Wales, being habitation before or concurrent with (or both) the occupation of that area by persons of non-Aboriginal extraction, and includes Aboriginal remains.
Aboriginal place of heritage significance means an area of land, the general location of which is identified in an Aboriginal heritage study adopted by the Council after public exhibition and that may be shown on the Heritage Map, that is:
(a)  the site of one or more Aboriginal objects or a place that has the physical remains of pre-European occupation by, or is of contemporary significance to, the Aboriginal people. It may (but need not) include items and remnants of the occupation of the land by Aboriginal people, such as burial places, engraving sites, rock art, midden deposits, scarred and sacred trees and sharpening grooves, or
(b)  a natural Aboriginal sacred site or other sacred feature. It includes natural features such as creeks or mountains of long-standing cultural significance, as well as initiation, ceremonial or story places or areas of more contemporary cultural significance.
Note—
The term may include (but is not limited to) places that are declared under section 84 of the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 to be Aboriginal places for the purposes of that Act.
acid sulfate soils means naturally occurring sediments and soils containing iron sulfides (principally pyrite) or their precursors or oxidation products, whose exposure to oxygen leads to the generation of sulfuric acid (for example, by drainage or excavation).
Acid Sulfate Soils Manual means the manual by that name published by the Acid Sulfate Soils Management Advisory Committee and made publicly available.
advertisement has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
The term is defined as a sign, notice, device or representation in the nature of an advertisement visible from any public place or public reserve or from any navigable water.
advertising structure has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
The term is defined as a structure used or to be used principally for the display of an advertisement.
Advertising structures are a type of signage—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
affordable housing has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
The term is defined as housing for very low income households, low income households or moderate income households, being such households as are prescribed by the regulations or as are provided for in an environmental planning instrument.
agricultural produce industry means a building or place used for the handling, treating, processing or packing, for commercial purposes, of produce from agriculture (including dairy products, seeds, fruit, vegetables or other plant material), and includes wineries, flour mills, cotton seed oil plants, cotton gins, feed mills, cheese and butter factories, and juicing or canning plants, but does not include a livestock processing industry.
Note—
Agricultural produce industries are a type of rural industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
agriculture means any of the following:
(a)  aquaculture,
(b)  extensive agriculture,
(c)  intensive livestock agriculture,
(d)  intensive plant agriculture.
Note—
Part 6 of the Plantations and Reafforestation Act 1999 provides that exempt farm forestry within the meaning of that Act is not subject to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
air transport facility means an airport or a heliport that is not part of an airport, and includes associated communication and air traffic control facilities or structures.
airport means a place that is used for the landing, taking off, parking, maintenance or repair of aeroplanes, and includes associated buildings, installations, facilities and movement areas and any heliport that is part of the airport.
Note—
Airports are a type of air transport facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
airstrip means a single runway for the landing, taking off or parking of aeroplanes for private aviation only, but does not include an airport, heliport or helipad.
amusement centre means a building or place (not being part of a pub or registered club) used principally for playing:
(a)  billiards, pool or other like games, or
(b)  electronic or mechanical amusement devices, such as pinball machines, computer or video games and the like.
animal boarding or training establishment means a building or place used for the breeding, boarding, training, keeping or caring of animals for commercial purposes (other than for the agistment of horses), and includes any associated riding school or ancillary veterinary hospital.
aquaculture has the same meaning as in the Fisheries Management Act 1994.
Note—
Aquaculture is a type of agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
archaeological site means a place that contains one or more relics.
artisan food and drink industry means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the making or manufacture of boutique, artisan or craft food or drink products only. It must also include at least one of the following:
(a)  a retail area for the sale of the products,
(b)  a restaurant or cafe,
(c)  facilities for holding tastings, tours or workshops.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls in industrial or rural zones relating to the retail floor area of an artisan food and drink industry.
attached dwelling means a building containing 3 or more dwellings, where:
(a)  each dwelling is attached to another dwelling by a common wall, and
(b)  each of the dwellings is on its own lot of land, and
(c)  none of the dwellings is located above any part of another dwelling.
Note—
Attached dwellings are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
attic means any habitable space, but not a separate dwelling, contained wholly within a roof above the ceiling line of the storey immediately below, except for minor elements such as dormer windows and the like.
backpackers’ accommodation means a building or place that:
(a)  provides temporary or short-term accommodation on a commercial basis, and
(b)  has shared facilities, such as a communal bathroom, kitchen or laundry, and
(c)  provides accommodation on a bed or dormitory-style basis (rather than by room).
Note—
Backpackers’ accommodation is a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
basement means the space of a building where the floor level of that space is predominantly below ground level (existing) and where the floor level of the storey immediately above is less than 1 metre above ground level (existing).
bed and breakfast accommodation means an existing dwelling in which temporary or short-term accommodation is provided on a commercial basis by the permanent residents of the dwelling and where:
(a)  meals are provided for guests only, and
(b)  cooking facilities for the preparation of meals are not provided within guests’ rooms, and
(c)  dormitory-style accommodation is not provided.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the number of bedrooms for bed and breakfast accommodation.
Bed and breakfast accommodation is a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
bee keeping means a building or place used for the keeping and breeding of bees for commercial purposes.
Note—
Bee keeping is a type of extensive agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
biodiversity or biological diversity means the variety of living animal and plant life from all sources, and includes diversity within and between species and diversity of ecosystems.
biosolids treatment facility means a building or place used as a facility for the treatment of biosolids from a sewage treatment plant or from a water recycling facility.
Note—
Biosolids treatment facilities are a type of sewerage system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
boarding house means a building that:
(a)  is wholly or partly let in lodgings, and
(b)  provides lodgers with a principal place of residence for 3 months or more, and
(c)  may have shared facilities, such as a communal living room, bathroom, kitchen or laundry, and
(d)  has rooms, some or all of which may have private kitchen and bathroom facilities, that accommodate one or more lodgers,
but does not include backpackers’ accommodation, a group home, hotel or motel accommodation, seniors housing or a serviced apartment.
Note—
Boarding houses are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
boat building and repair facility means any facility (including a building or other structure) used primarily for the construction, maintenance or repair of boats, whether or not including the storage, sale or hire of boats, but does not include a marina or boat shed.
boat launching ramp means a structure designed primarily for the launching of trailer borne recreational vessels, and includes associated car parking facilities.
boat shed means a building or other structure used for the storage and routine maintenance of a boat or boats and that is associated with a private dwelling or non-profit organisation, and includes any skid used in connection with the building or other structure.
brothel has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
This definition is relevant to the definitions of home occupation (sex services) and sex services premises in this Dictionary.
building has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
The term is defined to include part of a building and any structure or part of a structure, but not including a manufactured home, a moveable dwelling or associated structure (or part of a manufactured home, moveable dwelling or associated structure).
building height (or height of building) means:
(a)  in relation to the height of a building in metres—the vertical distance from ground level (existing) to the highest point of the building, or
(b)  in relation to the RL of a building—the vertical distance from the Australian Height Datum to the highest point of the building,
including plant and lift overruns, but excluding communication devices, antennae, satellite dishes, masts, flagpoles, chimneys, flues and the like.
building identification sign means a sign that identifies or names a building and that may include the name of a building, the street name and number of a building, and a logo or other symbol but does not include general advertising of products, goods or services.
Note—
Building identification signs are a type of signage—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
building line or setback means the horizontal distance between the property boundary or other stated boundary (measured at 90 degrees from the boundary) and:
(a)  a building wall, or
(b)  the outside face of any balcony, deck or the like, or
(c)  the supporting posts of a carport or verandah roof,
whichever distance is the shortest.
bulky goods premises means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the sale, hire or display of bulky goods, being goods that are of such size or weight as to require:
(a)  a large area for handling, display or storage, and
(b)  direct vehicular access to the site of the building or place by members of the public for the purpose of loading or unloading such goods into or from their vehicles after purchase or hire,
and including goods such as floor and window supplies, furniture, household electrical goods, equestrian supplies and swimming pools, but does not include a building or place used for the sale of foodstuffs or clothing unless their sale is ancillary to the sale or hire or display of bulky goods.
Note—
Bulky goods premises are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
bush fire hazard reduction work has the same meaning as in the Rural Fires Act 1997.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
bush fire hazard reduction work means:
(a)  the establishment or maintenance of fire breaks on land, and
(b)  the controlled application of appropriate fire regimes or other means for the reduction or modification of available fuels within a predetermined area to mitigate against the spread of a bush fire,
but does not include construction of a track, trail or road.
bush fire prone land has the same meaning as in the Act.
Note—
The term is defined, in relation to an area, as land recorded for the time being as bush fire prone land on a map for the area certified as referred to in section 146 (2) of the Act.
bush fire risk management plan means a plan prepared under Division 4 of Part 3 of the Rural Fires Act 1997 for the purpose referred to in section 54 of that Act.
business identification sign means a sign:
(a)  that indicates:
(i)  the name of the person or business, and
(ii)  the nature of the business carried on by the person at the premises or place at which the sign is displayed, and
(b)  that may include the address of the premises or place and a logo or other symbol that identifies the business,
but that does not contain any advertising relating to a person who does not carry on business at the premises or place.
Note—
Business identification signs are a type of signage—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
business premises means a building or place at or on which:
(a)  an occupation, profession or trade (other than an industry) is carried on for the provision of services directly to members of the public on a regular basis, or
(b)  a service is provided directly to members of the public on a regular basis,
and includes a funeral home and, without limitation, premises such as banks, post offices, hairdressers, dry cleaners, travel agencies, internet access facilities, betting agencies and the like, but does not include an entertainment facility, home business, home occupation, home occupation (sex services), medical centre, restricted premises, sex services premises or veterinary hospital.
Note—
Business premises are a type of commercial premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
camping ground means an area of land that has access to communal amenities and on which campervans or tents, annexes or other similar portable and lightweight temporary shelters are, or are to be, installed, erected or placed for short term use, but does not include a caravan park.
canal estate development means development that incorporates wholly or in part a constructed canal, or other waterway or waterbody, that is inundated by or drains to a natural waterway or natural waterbody by surface water or groundwater movement (not being works of drainage, or for the supply or treatment of water, that are constructed by or with the authority of a person or body responsible for those functions and that are limited to the minimal reasonable size and capacity to meet a demonstrated need for the works), and that either:
(a)  includes the construction of dwellings (which may include tourist and visitor accommodation) of a kind other than, or in addition to:
(i)  dwellings that are permitted on rural land, and
(ii)  dwellings that are used for caretaker or staff purposes, or
(b)  requires the use of a sufficient depth of fill material to raise the level of all or part of that land on which the dwellings are (or are proposed to be) located in order to comply with requirements relating to residential development on flood prone land.
car park means a building or place primarily used for the purpose of parking motor vehicles, including any manoeuvring space and access thereto, whether operated for gain or not.
caravan park means land (including a camping ground) on which caravans (or caravans and other moveable dwellings) are, or are to be, installed or placed.
catchment action plan has the same meaning as in the Catchment Management Authorities Act 2003.
Note—
The term is defined as a catchment action plan of an authority that has been approved by the Minister under Part 4 of the Catchment Management Authorities Act 2003.
cellar door premises means a building or place that is used to sell wine by retail and that is situated on land on which there is a commercial vineyard, and where most of the wine offered for sale is produced in a winery situated on that land or is produced predominantly from grapes grown in the surrounding area.
Note—
Cellar door premises are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
cemetery means a building or place used primarily for the interment of deceased persons or pets or their ashes, whether or not it contains an associated building for conducting memorial services.
centre-based child care facility means:
(a)  a building or place used for the education and care of children that provides any one or more of the following:
(i)  long day care,
(ii)  occasional child care,
(iii)  out-of-school-hours care (including vacation care),
(iv)  preschool care, or
(b)  an approved family day care venue (within the meaning of the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)),
Note—
An approved family day care venue is a place, other than a residence, where an approved family day care service (within the meaning of the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)) is provided.
but does not include:
(c)  a building or place used for home-based child care or school-based child care, or
(d)  an office of a family day care service (within the meanings of the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)), or
(e)  a babysitting, playgroup or child-minding service that is organised informally by the parents of the children concerned, or
(f)  a child-minding service that is provided in connection with a recreational or commercial facility (such as a gymnasium) to care for children while the children’s parents are using the facility, or
(g)  a service that is concerned primarily with providing lessons or coaching in, or providing for participation in, a cultural, recreational, religious or sporting activity, or providing private tutoring, or
(h)  a child-minding service that is provided by or in a health services facility, but only if the service is established, registered or licensed as part of the institution operating in the facility.
charter and tourism boating facility means any facility (including a building or other structure) used for charter boating or tourism boating purposes, being a facility that is used only by the operators of the facility and that has a direct structural connection between the foreshore and the waterway, but does not include a marina.
classified road has the same meaning as in the Roads Act 1993.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
classified road means any of the following:
(a)  a main road,
(b)  a highway,
(c)  a freeway,
(d)  a controlled access road,
(e)  a secondary road,
(f)  a tourist road,
(g)  a tollway,
(h)  a transitway,
(i)  a State work.
(See Roads Act 1993 for meanings of these terms.)
clearing native vegetation has the same meaning as in Part 5A of the Local Land Services Act 2013.
clearing vegetation has the same meaning as in State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) 2017.
coastal hazard has the same meaning as in the Coastal Management Act 2016.
coastal lake means a body of water identified in Schedule 1 to State Environmental Planning Policy (Coastal Management) 2018.
coastal protection works has the same meaning as in the Coastal Management Act 2016.
coastal waters of the State—see section 58 of the Interpretation Act 1987.
coastal zone has the same meaning as in the Coastal Management Act 2016.
commercial premises means any of the following:
(a)  business premises,
(b)  office premises,
(c)  retail premises.
community facility means a building or place:
(a)  owned or controlled by a public authority or non-profit community organisation, and
(b)  used for the physical, social, cultural or intellectual development or welfare of the community,
but does not include an educational establishment, hospital, retail premises, place of public worship or residential accommodation.
community land has the same meaning as in the Local Government Act 1993.
correctional centre means:
(a)  any premises declared to be a correctional centre by a proclamation in force under section 225 of the Crimes (Administration of Sentences) Act 1999, including any juvenile correctional centre or periodic detention centre, and
(b)  any premises declared to be a detention centre by an order in force under section 5 (1) of the Children (Detention Centres) Act 1987,
but does not include any police station or court cell complex in which a person is held in custody in accordance with any Act.
Council means the Cooma-Monaro Shire Council.
crematorium means a building in which deceased persons or pets are cremated, whether or not it contains an associated building for conducting memorial services.
Crown reserve means:
(a)  a reserve within the meaning of Part 5 of the Crown Lands Act 1989, or
(b)  a common within the meaning of the Commons Management Act 1989, or
(c)  lands within the meaning of the Trustees of Schools of Arts Enabling Act 1902,
but does not include land that forms any part of a reserve under Part 5 of the Crown Lands Act 1989 provided for accommodation.
curtilage, in relation to a heritage item or conservation area, means the area of land (including land covered by water) surrounding a heritage item, a heritage conservation area, or building, work or place within a heritage conservation area, that contributes to its heritage significance.
dairy (pasture-based) means a dairy that is conducted on a commercial basis where the only restriction facilities present are milking sheds and holding yards and where cattle are constrained for no more than 10 hours in any 24 hour period (excluding during any period of drought or similar emergency relief).
Note—
Dairies (pasture-based) are a type of extensive agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
dairy (restricted) means a dairy that is conducted on a commercial basis where restriction facilities (in addition to milking sheds and holding yards) are present and where cattle have access to grazing for less than 10 hours in any 24 hour period (excluding during any period of drought or similar emergency relief). It may comprise the whole or part of a restriction facility.
Note—
Dairies (restricted) are a type of intensive livestock agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
demolish, in relation to a heritage item or an Aboriginal object, or a building, work, relic or tree within a heritage conservation area, means wholly or partly destroy, dismantle or deface the heritage item, Aboriginal object or building, work, relic or tree.
depot means a building or place used for the storage (but not sale or hire) of plant, machinery or other goods (that support the operations of an existing undertaking) when not required for use, but does not include a farm building.
drainage means any activity that intentionally alters the hydrological regime of any locality by facilitating the removal of surface or ground water. It may include the construction, deepening, extending, opening, installation or laying of any canal, drain or pipe, either on the land or in such a manner as to encourage drainage of adjoining land.
Drinking Water Catchment Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Drinking Water Catchment Map.
dual occupancy means a dual occupancy (attached) or a dual occupancy (detached).
Note—
Dual occupancies are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
dual occupancy (attached) means 2 dwellings on one lot of land that are attached to each other, but does not include a secondary dwelling.
Note—
Dual occupancies (attached) are a type of dual occupancy—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
dual occupancy (detached) means 2 detached dwellings on one lot of land, but does not include a secondary dwelling.
Note—
Dual occupancies (detached) are a type of dual occupancy—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
dwelling means a room or suite of rooms occupied or used or so constructed or adapted as to be capable of being occupied or used as a separate domicile.
dwelling house means a building containing only one dwelling.
Note—
Dwelling houses are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
early education and care facility means a building or place used for the education and care of children, and includes any of the following:
(a)  a centre-based child care facility,
(b)  home-based child care,
(c)  school-based child care.
earthworks means excavation or filling.
ecologically sustainable development has the same meaning as in the Act.
eco-tourist facility means a building or place that:
(a)  provides temporary or short-term accommodation to visitors on a commercial basis, and
(b)  is located in or adjacent to an area with special ecological or cultural features, and
(c)  is sensitively designed and located so as to minimise bulk, scale and overall physical footprint and any ecological or visual impact.
It may include facilities that are used to provide information or education to visitors and to exhibit or display items.
Note—
See clause 5.13 for requirements in relation to the granting of development consent for eco-tourist facilities.
Eco-tourist facilities are not a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
educational establishment means a building or place used for education (including teaching), being:
(a)  a school, or
(b)  a tertiary institution, including a university or a TAFE establishment, that provides formal education and is constituted by or under an Act.
electricity generating works means a building or place used for the purpose of making or generating electricity.
emergency services facility means a building or place (including a helipad) used in connection with the provision of emergency services by an emergency services organisation.
emergency services organisation means any of the following:
(a)  Ambulance Service of New South Wales,
(b)  Fire and Rescue NSW,
(c)  NSW Rural Fire Service,
(d)  NSW Police Force,
(e)  State Emergency Service,
(f)  New South Wales Volunteer Rescue Association Incorporated,
(g)  New South Wales Mines Rescue Brigade established under the Coal Industry Act 2001,
(h)  an accredited rescue unit within the meaning of the State Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989.
entertainment facility means a theatre, cinema, music hall, concert hall, dance hall and the like, but does not include a pub or registered club.
environmental facility means a building or place that provides for the recreational use or scientific study of natural systems, and includes walking tracks, seating, shelters, board walks, observation decks, bird hides or the like, and associated display structures.
environmental protection works means works associated with the rehabilitation of land towards its natural state or any work to protect land from environmental degradation, and includes bush regeneration works, wetland protection works, erosion protection works, dune restoration works and the like, but does not include coastal protection works.
estuary has the same meaning as in the Water Management Act 2000.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
estuary means:
(a)  any part of a river whose level is periodically or intermittently affected by coastal tides, or
(b)  any lake or other partially enclosed body of water that is periodically or intermittently open to the sea, or
(c)  anything declared by the regulations (under the Water Management Act 2000) to be an estuary,
but does not include anything declared by the regulations (under the Water Management Act 2000) not to be an estuary.
excavation means the removal of soil or rock, whether moved to another part of the same site or to another site, but does not include garden landscaping that does not significantly alter the shape, natural form or drainage of the land.
exhibition home means a dwelling built for the purposes of the public exhibition and marketing of new dwellings, whether or not it is intended to be sold as a private dwelling after its use for those purposes is completed, and includes any associated sales or home finance office or place used for displays.
exhibition village means 2 or more exhibition homes and associated buildings and places used for house and land sales, site offices, advisory services, car parking, food and drink sales and other associated purposes.
extensive agriculture means any of the following:
(a)  the production of crops or fodder (including irrigated pasture and fodder crops) for commercial purposes,
(b)  the grazing of livestock for commercial purposes,
(c)  bee keeping,
(d)  a dairy (pasture-based).
Note—
Extensive agriculture is a type of agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
extractive industry means the winning or removal of extractive materials (otherwise than from a mine) by methods such as excavating, dredging, tunnelling or quarrying, including the storing, stockpiling or processing of extractive materials by methods such as recycling, washing, crushing, sawing or separating, but does not include turf farming.
Note—
Extractive industries are not a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
extractive material means sand, soil, gravel, rock or similar substances that are not minerals within the meaning of the Mining Act 1992.
farm building means a structure the use of which is ancillary to an agricultural use of the landholding on which it is situated and includes a hay shed, stock holding yard, machinery shed, shearing shed, silo, storage tank, outbuilding or the like, but does not include a dwelling.
farm stay accommodation means a building or place that provides temporary or short-term accommodation to paying guests on a working farm as a secondary business to primary production.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the number of bedrooms.
Farm stay accommodation is a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
feedlot means a confined or restricted area that is operated on a commercial basis to rear and fatten cattle, sheep or other animals, fed (wholly or substantially) on prepared and manufactured feed, for the purpose of meat production or fibre products, but does not include a poultry farm, dairy or piggery.
Note—
Feedlots are a type of intensive livestock agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
fill means the depositing of soil, rock or other similar extractive material obtained from the same or another site, but does not include:
(a)  the depositing of topsoil or feature rock imported to the site that is intended for use in garden landscaping, turf or garden bed establishment or top dressing of lawns and that does not significantly alter the shape, natural form or drainage of the land, or
(b)  the use of land as a waste disposal facility.
filming means recording images (whether on film or video tape or electronically or by other means) for exhibition or broadcast (such as by cinema, television or the internet or by other means), but does not include:
(a)  still photography, or
(b)  recording images of a wedding ceremony or other private celebration or event principally for the purpose of making a record for the participants in the ceremony, celebration or event, or
(c)  recording images as a visitor or tourist for non-commercial purposes, or
(d)  recording for the immediate purposes of a television program that provides information by way of current affairs or daily news.
fish has the same meaning as in the Fisheries Management Act 1994.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
Definition of “fish”
(1)  
Fish means marine, estuarine or freshwater fish or other aquatic animal life at any stage of their life history (whether alive or dead).
(2)  
Fish includes:
(a)  oysters and other aquatic molluscs, and
(b)  crustaceans, and
(c)  echinoderms, and
(d)  beachworms and other aquatic polychaetes.
(3)  
Fish also includes any part of a fish.
(4)  
However, fish does not include whales, mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians or other things excluded from the definition by the regulations under the Fisheries Management Act 1994.
flood mitigation work means work designed and constructed for the express purpose of mitigating flood impacts. It involves changing the characteristics of flood behaviour to alter the level, location, volume, speed or timing of flood waters to mitigate flood impacts. Types of works may include excavation, construction or enlargement of any fill, wall, or levee that will alter riverine flood behaviour, local overland flooding, or tidal action so as to mitigate flood impacts.
floor space ratio—see clause 4.5.
Floor Space Ratio Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Floor Space Ratio Map.
food and drink premises means premises that are used for the preparation and retail sale of food or drink (or both) for immediate consumption on or off the premises, and includes any of the following:
(a)  a restaurant or cafe,
(b)  take away food and drink premises,
(c)  a pub,
(d)  a small bar.
Note—
Food and drink premises are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
forestry has the same meaning as forestry operations has for the purposes of Part 5A of the Forestry Act 2012.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
forestry operations means:
(a)  logging operations, namely, the cutting and removal of timber from land for the purpose of timber production, or
(b)  the harvesting of forest products, or
(c)  on-going forest management operations, namely, activities relating to the management of land for timber production such as thinning and other silvicultural activities such as bee-keeping, grazing and bush fire hazard reduction, or
(d)  ancillary road construction, namely, the provision of roads and fire trails, and the maintenance of existing railways, to enable or assist in the above operations.
freight transport facility means a facility used principally for the bulk handling of goods for transport by road, rail, air or sea, including any facility for the loading and unloading of vehicles, aircraft, vessels or containers used to transport those goods and for the parking, holding, servicing or repair of those vehicles, aircraft or vessels or for the engines or carriages involved.
function centre means a building or place used for the holding of events, functions, conferences and the like, and includes convention centres, exhibition centres and reception centres, but does not include an entertainment facility.
funeral home means premises that are used to arrange, conduct and cater for funerals and memorial services, whether or not the premises include facilities for the short-term storage, dressing and viewing of bodies of deceased persons.
Note—
Funeral homes are a type of business premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
garden centre means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the retail sale of plants and landscaping and gardening supplies and equipment. It may include a restaurant or cafe and the sale of any of the following:
(a)  outdoor furniture and furnishings, barbecues, shading and awnings, pools, spas and associated supplies, and items associated with the construction and maintenance of outdoor areas,
(b)  pets and pet supplies,
(c)  fresh produce.
Note—
Garden centres are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
general industry means a building or place (other than a heavy industry or light industry) that is used to carry out an industrial activity.
Note—
General industries are a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
gross floor area means the sum of the floor area of each floor of a building measured from the internal face of external walls, or from the internal face of walls separating the building from any other building, measured at a height of 1.4 metres above the floor, and includes:
(a)  the area of a mezzanine, and
(b)  habitable rooms in a basement or an attic, and
(c)  any shop, auditorium, cinema, and the like, in a basement or attic,
but excludes:
(d)  any area for common vertical circulation, such as lifts and stairs, and
(e)  any basement:
(i)  storage, and
(ii)  vehicular access, loading areas, garbage and services, and
(f)  plant rooms, lift towers and other areas used exclusively for mechanical services or ducting, and
(g)  car parking to meet any requirements of the consent authority (including access to that car parking), and
(h)  any space used for the loading or unloading of goods (including access to it), and
(i)  terraces and balconies with outer walls less than 1.4 metres high, and
(j)  voids above a floor at the level of a storey or storey above.
ground level (existing) means the existing level of a site at any point.
ground level (finished) means, for any point on a site, the ground surface after completion of any earthworks (excluding any excavation for a basement, footings or the like) for which consent has been granted or that is exempt development.
ground level (mean) means, for any site on which a building is situated or proposed, one half of the sum of the highest and lowest levels at ground level (finished) of the outer surface of the external walls of the building.
Groundwater Vulnerability Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Groundwater Vulnerability Map.
group home means a permanent group home or a transitional group home.
Note—
Group homes are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
group home (permanent) or permanent group home means a dwelling:
(a)  that is occupied by persons as a single household with or without paid supervision or care and whether or not those persons are related or payment for board and lodging is required, and
(b)  that is used to provide permanent household accommodation for people with a disability or people who are socially disadvantaged,
but does not include development to which State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing for Seniors or People with a Disability) 2004 applies.
Note—
Permanent group homes are a type of group home—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
group home (transitional) or transitional group home means a dwelling:
(a)  that is occupied by persons as a single household with or without paid supervision or care and whether or not those persons are related or payment for board and lodging is required, and
(b)  that is used to provide temporary accommodation for the relief or rehabilitation of people with a disability or for drug or alcohol rehabilitation purposes, or that is used to provide half-way accommodation for persons formerly living in institutions or temporary accommodation comprising refuges for men, women or young people,
but does not include development to which State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing for Seniors or People with a Disability) 2004 applies.
Note—
Transitional group homes are a type of group home—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hardware and building supplies means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the sale or hire of goods or materials, such as household fixtures, timber, tools, paint, wallpaper, plumbing supplies and the like, that are used in the construction and maintenance of buildings and adjacent outdoor areas.
Note—
Hardware and building supplies are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hazardous industry means a building or place used to carry out an industrial activity that would, when carried out and when all measures proposed to reduce or minimise its impact on the locality have been employed (including, for example, measures to isolate the activity from existing or likely future development on other land in the locality), pose a significant risk in the locality:
(a)  to human health, life or property, or
(b)  to the biophysical environment.
Note—
Hazardous industries are a type of heavy industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hazardous storage establishment means a building or place that is used for the storage of goods, materials or products and that would, when in operation and when all measures proposed to reduce or minimise its impact on the locality have been employed (including, for example, measures to isolate the building or place from existing or likely future development on other land in the locality), pose a significant risk in the locality:
(a)  to human health, life or property, or
(b)  to the biophysical environment.
Note—
Hazardous storage establishments are a type of heavy industrial storage establishment—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
headland includes a promontory extending from the general line of the coastline into a large body of water, such as a sea, coastal lake or bay.
health care professional means any person registered under an Act for the purpose of providing health care.
health consulting rooms means premises comprising one or more rooms within (or within the curtilage of) a dwelling house used by not more than 3 health care professionals at any one time.
Note—
Health consulting rooms are a type of health services facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
health services facility means a building or place used to provide medical or other services relating to the maintenance or improvement of the health, or the restoration to health, of persons or the prevention of disease in or treatment of injury to persons, and includes any of the following:
(a)  a medical centre,
(b)  community health service facilities,
(c)  health consulting rooms,
(d)  patient transport facilities, including helipads and ambulance facilities,
(e)  hospital.
heavy industrial storage establishment means a building or place used for the storage of goods, materials, plant or machinery for commercial purposes and that requires separation from other development because of the nature of the processes involved, or the goods, materials, plant or machinery stored, and includes any of the following:
(a)  a hazardous storage establishment,
(b)  a liquid fuel depot,
(c)  an offensive storage establishment.
heavy industry means a building or place used to carry out an industrial activity that requires separation from other development because of the nature of the processes involved, or the materials used, stored or produced, and includes:
(a)  hazardous industry, or
(b)  offensive industry.
It may also involve the use of a hazardous storage establishment or offensive storage establishment.
Note—
Heavy industries are a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Height of Buildings Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Height of Buildings Map.
helipad means a place not open to the public used for the taking off and landing of helicopters.
heliport means a place open to the public that is used for the taking off and landing of helicopters, whether or not it includes:
(a)  a terminal building, or
(b)  facilities for the parking, storage or repair of helicopters.
Note—
Heliports are a type of air transport facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
heritage conservation area means an area of land of heritage significance:
(a)  shown on the Heritage Map as a heritage conservation area, and
(b)  the location and nature of which is described in Schedule 5,
and includes any heritage items situated on or within that area.
heritage conservation management plan means a document prepared in accordance with guidelines prepared by the Public Service agency responsible to the Minister administering the Heritage Act 1977 that documents the heritage significance of an item, place or heritage conservation area and identifies conservation policies and management mechanisms that are appropriate to enable that significance to be retained.
heritage impact statement means a document consisting of:
(a)  a statement demonstrating the heritage significance of a heritage item or heritage conservation area, and
(b)  an assessment of the impact that proposed development will have on that significance, and
(c)  proposals for measures to minimise that impact.
heritage item means a building, work, place, relic, tree, object or archaeological site the location and nature of which is described in Schedule 5.
Note—
An inventory of heritage items is also available at the office of the Council.
heritage management document means:
(a)  a heritage conservation management plan, or
(b)  a heritage impact statement, or
(c)  any other document that provides guidelines for the ongoing management and conservation of a heritage item, Aboriginal object, Aboriginal place of heritage significance or heritage conservation area.
Heritage Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Heritage Map.
heritage significance means historical, scientific, cultural, social, archaeological, architectural, natural or aesthetic value.
high technology industry means a building or place predominantly used to carry out an industrial activity that involves any of the following:
(a)  electronic or micro-electronic systems, goods or components,
(b)  information technology (such as computer software or hardware),
(c)  instrumentation or instruments of a scientific, industrial, technological, medical or similar nature,
(d)  biological, pharmaceutical, medical or paramedical systems, goods or components,
(e)  film, television or multi-media technologies, including any post production systems, goods or components,
(f)  telecommunications systems, goods or components,
(g)  sustainable energy technologies,
(h)  any other goods, systems or components intended for use in a science or technology related field,
but does not include a building or place used to carry out an industrial activity that presents a hazard or potential hazard to the neighbourhood or that, because of the scale and nature of the processes involved, interferes with the amenity of the neighbourhood.
Note—
High technology industries are a type of light industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
highway service centre means a building or place used to provide refreshments and vehicle services to highway users. It may include any one or more of the following:
(a)  a restaurant or cafe,
(b)  take away food and drink premises,
(c)  service stations and facilities for emergency vehicle towing and repairs,
(d)  parking for vehicles,
(e)  rest areas and public amenities.
home-based child care means:
(a)  a family day care residence (within the meaning of the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)), or
Note—
A family day care residence is a residence at which a family day care educator educates and cares for children as part of a family day care service—see the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law (NSW)).
(b)  a dwelling used for the purposes of a home based education and care service (within the meaning of the Children (Education and Care Services) Supplementary Provisions Act 2011),
at which the education and care service is provided at any one time to no more than 7 children (including any child of the person providing the service) all of whom are under the age of 13 years and no more than 4 of whom are children who do not ordinarily attend school.
home business means a business that is carried on in a dwelling, or in a building ancillary to a dwelling, by one or more permanent residents of the dwelling and that does not involve:
(a)  the employment of more than 2 persons other than those residents, or
(b)  interference with the amenity of the neighbourhood by reason of the emission of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, waste water, waste products, grit or oil, traffic generation or otherwise, or
(c)  the exposure to view, from any adjacent premises or from any public place, of any unsightly matter, or
(d)  the exhibition of any signage (other than a business identification sign), or
(e)  the sale of items (whether goods or materials), or the exposure or offer for sale of items, by retail, except for goods produced at the dwelling or building,
but does not include bed and breakfast accommodation, home occupation (sex services) or sex services premises.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the floor area used for a home business.
home industry means a dwelling (or a building ancillary to a dwelling) used by one or more permanent residents of the dwelling to carry out an industrial activity that does not involve any of the following:
(a)  the employment of more than 2 persons other than those residents,
(b)  interference with the amenity of the neighbourhood by reason of the emission of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, waste water, waste products, grit or oil, traffic generation or otherwise,
(c)  the exposure to view, from any adjacent premises or from any public place, of any unsightly matter,
(d)  the exhibition of any signage (other than a business identification sign),
(e)  the sale of items (whether goods or materials), or the exposure or offer for sale of items, by retail, except for goods produced at the dwelling or building,
but does not include bed and breakfast accommodation or sex services premises.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the floor area used for a home industry.
Home industries are a type of light industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
home occupation means an occupation that is carried on in a dwelling, or in a building ancillary to a dwelling, by one or more permanent residents of the dwelling and that does not involve:
(a)  the employment of persons other than those residents, or
(b)  interference with the amenity of the neighbourhood by reason of the emission of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, waste water, waste products, grit or oil, traffic generation or otherwise, or
(c)  the display of goods, whether in a window or otherwise, or
(d)  the exhibition of any signage (other than a business identification sign), or
(e)  the sale of items (whether goods or materials), or the exposure or offer for sale of items, by retail,
but does not include bed and breakfast accommodation, home occupation (sex services) or sex services premises.
home occupation (sex services) means the provision of sex services in a dwelling that is a brothel, or in a building that is a brothel and is ancillary to such a dwelling, by no more than 2 permanent residents of the dwelling and that does not involve:
(a)  the employment of persons other than those residents, or
(b)  interference with the amenity of the neighbourhood by reason of the emission of noise, traffic generation or otherwise, or
(c)  the exhibition of any signage, or
(d)  the sale of items (whether goods or materials), or the exposure or offer for sale of items, by retail,
but does not include a home business or sex services premises.
horticulture means the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, nuts, cut flowers and foliage and nursery products for commercial purposes, but does not include a plant nursery, turf farming or viticulture.
Note—
Horticulture is a type of intensive plant agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hospital means a building or place used for the purpose of providing professional health care services (such as preventative or convalescent care, diagnosis, medical or surgical treatment, psychiatric care or care for people with disabilities, or counselling services provided by health care professionals) to people admitted as in-patients (whether or not out-patients are also cared for or treated there), and includes ancillary facilities for (or that consist of) any of the following:
(a)  day surgery, day procedures or health consulting rooms,
(b)  accommodation for nurses or other health care workers,
(c)  accommodation for persons receiving health care or for their visitors,
(d)  shops, kiosks, restaurants or cafes or take away food and drink premises,
(e)  patient transport facilities, including helipads, ambulance facilities and car parking,
(f)  educational purposes or any other health-related use,
(g)  research purposes (whether or not carried out by hospital staff or health care workers or for commercial purposes),
(h)  chapels,
(i)  hospices,
(j)  mortuaries.
Note—
Hospitals are a type of health services facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hostel means premises that are generally staffed by social workers or support providers and at which:
(a)  residential accommodation is provided in dormitories, or on a single or shared basis, or by a combination of them, and
(b)  cooking, dining, laundering, cleaning and other facilities are provided on a shared basis.
Note—
Hostels are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
hotel or motel accommodation means a building or place (whether or not licensed premises under the Liquor Act 2007) that provides temporary or short-term accommodation on a commercial basis and that:
(a)  comprises rooms or self-contained suites, and
(b)  may provide meals to guests or the general public and facilities for the parking of guests’ vehicles,
but does not include backpackers’ accommodation, a boarding house, bed and breakfast accommodation or farm stay accommodation.
Note—
Hotel or motel accommodation is a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
industrial activity means the manufacturing, production, assembling, altering, formulating, repairing, renovating, ornamenting, finishing, cleaning, washing, dismantling, transforming, processing, recycling, adapting or servicing of, or the research and development of, any goods, substances, food, products or articles for commercial purposes, and includes any storage or transportation associated with any such activity.
industrial retail outlet means a building or place that:
(a)  is used in conjunction with an industry (other than an artisan food and drink industry) or rural industry, and
(b)  is situated on the land on which the industry or rural industry is located, and
(c)  is used for the display or sale (whether by retail or wholesale) of only those goods that have been manufactured on the land on which the industry or rural industry is located,
but does not include a warehouse or distribution centre.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the retail floor area of an industrial retail outlet.
industrial training facility means a building or place used in connection with vocational training in an activity (such as forklift or truck driving, welding or carpentry) that is associated with an industry, rural industry, extractive industry or mining, but does not include an educational establishment, business premises or retail premises.
industry means any of the following:
(a)  general industry,
(b)  heavy industry,
(c)  light industry,
but does not include:
(d)  rural industry, or
(e)  extractive industry, or
(f)  mining.
information and education facility means a building or place used for providing information or education to visitors, and the exhibition or display of items, and includes an art gallery, museum, library, visitor information centre and the like.
intensive livestock agriculture means the keeping or breeding, for commercial purposes, of cattle, poultry, pigs, goats, horses or other livestock that are fed wholly or substantially on externally-sourced feed, and includes any of the following:
(a)  dairies (restricted),
(b)  feedlots,
(c)  piggeries,
(d)  poultry farms,
but does not include extensive agriculture, aquaculture or the operation of facilities for drought or similar emergency relief.
Note—
Intensive livestock agriculture is a type of agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
intensive plant agriculture means any of the following:
(a)  the cultivation of irrigated crops for commercial purposes (other than irrigated pasture or fodder crops),
(b)  horticulture,
(c)  turf farming,
(d)  viticulture.
Note—
Intensive plant agriculture is a type of agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
jetty means a horizontal decked walkway providing access from the shore to the waterway and is generally constructed on a piered or piled foundation.
kiosk means premises that are used for the purposes of selling food, light refreshments and other small convenience items such as newspapers, films and the like.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the gross floor area of a kiosk.
Kiosks are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Land Application Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Land Application Map.
Land Reservation Acquisition Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Land Reservation Acquisition Map.
Land Zoning Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Land Zoning Map.
landscaped area means a part of a site used for growing plants, grasses and trees, but does not include any building, structure or hard paved area.
landscaping material supplies means a building or place used for the storage and sale of landscaping supplies such as soil, gravel, potting mix, mulch, sand, railway sleepers, screenings, rock and the like.
Note—
Landscaping material supplies are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Landslide Risk Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Landslide Risk Map.
light industry means a building or place used to carry out an industrial activity that does not interfere with the amenity of the neighbourhood by reason of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, waste water, waste products, grit or oil, or otherwise, and includes any of the following:
(a)  high technology industry,
(b)  home industry,
(c)  artisan food and drink industry.
Note—
Light industries are a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
liquid fuel depot means premises used for the bulk storage of petrol, oil, petroleum or other inflammable liquid for wholesale distribution and at which no retail trade is conducted.
Note—
Liquid fuel depots are a type of heavy industrial storage establishment—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
livestock processing industry means a building or place used for the commercial production of products derived from the slaughter of animals (including poultry) or the processing of skins or wool of animals and includes abattoirs, knackeries, tanneries, woolscours and rendering plants.
Note—
Livestock processing industries are a type of rural industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Lot Size Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Lot Size Map.
maintenance, in relation to a heritage item, Aboriginal object or Aboriginal place of heritage significance, or a building, work, archaeological site, tree or place within a heritage conservation area, means ongoing protective care, but does not include the removal or disturbance of existing fabric, alterations (such as carrying out extensions or additions) or the introduction of new materials or technology.
marina means a permanent boat storage facility (whether located wholly on land, wholly on a waterway or partly on land and partly on a waterway), and includes any of the following associated facilities:
(a)  any facility for the construction, repair, maintenance, storage, sale or hire of boats,
(b)  any facility for providing fuelling, sewage pump-out or other services for boats,
(c)  any facility for launching or landing boats, such as slipways or hoists,
(d)  any car parking or commercial, tourist or recreational or club facility that is ancillary to the boat storage facility,
(e)  any berthing or mooring facilities.
market means an open-air area, or an existing building, that is used for the purpose of selling, exposing or offering goods, merchandise or materials for sale by independent stall holders, and includes temporary structures and existing permanent structures used for that purpose on an intermittent or occasional basis.
Note—
Markets are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
mean high water mark means the position where the plane of the mean high water level of all ordinary local high tides intersects the foreshore, being 1.44m above the zero of Fort Denison Tide Gauge and 0.515m Australian Height Datum.
medical centre means premises that are used for the purpose of providing health services (including preventative care, diagnosis, medical or surgical treatment, counselling or alternative therapies) to out-patients only, where such services are principally provided by health care professionals. It may include the ancillary provision of other health services.
Note—
Medical centres are a type of health services facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
mezzanine means an intermediate floor within a room.
mine means any place (including any excavation) where an operation is carried on for mining of any mineral by any method and any place on which any mining related work is carried out, but does not include a place used only for extractive industry.
mine subsidence district means a mine subsidence district proclaimed under section 15 of the Mine Subsidence Compensation Act 1961.
mining means mining carried out under the Mining Act 1992 or the recovery of minerals under the Offshore Minerals Act 1999, and includes:
(a)  the construction, operation and decommissioning of associated works, and
(b)  the rehabilitation of land affected by mining.
Note—
Mining is not a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
mixed use development means a building or place comprising 2 or more different land uses.
mooring means a detached or freestanding apparatus located on or in a waterway and that is capable of securing a vessel, but does not include a mooring pen.
mooring pen means an arrangement of freestanding piles or other restraining devices designed or used for the purpose of berthing a vessel.
mortuary means premises that are used, or intended to be used, for the receiving, preparation, embalming and storage of bodies of deceased persons pending their interment or cremation.
moveable dwelling has the same meaning as in the Local Government Act 1993.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
moveable dwelling means:
(a)  any tent, or any caravan or other van or other portable device (whether on wheels or not), used for human habitation, or
(b)  a manufactured home, or
(c)  any conveyance, structure or thing of a class or description prescribed by the regulations (under the Local Government Act 1993) for the purposes of this definition.
multi dwelling housing means 3 or more dwellings (whether attached or detached) on one lot of land, each with access at ground level, but does not include a residential flat building.
Note—
Multi dwelling housing is a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
native fauna means any animal-life that is indigenous to New South Wales or is known to periodically or occasionally migrate to New South Wales, whether vertebrate (including fish) or invertebrate and in any stage of biological development, but does not include humans.
native flora means any plant-life that is indigenous to New South Wales, whether vascular or non-vascular and in any stage of biological development, and includes fungi and lichens, and marine vegetation within the meaning of Part 7A of the Fisheries Management Act 1994.
native vegetation has the same meaning as in Part 5A of the Local Land Services Act 2013.
Natural Resources Karst Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Natural Resources Karst Map.
navigable waterway means any waterway that is from time to time capable of navigation and is open to or used by the public for navigation, but does not include flood waters that have temporarily flowed over the established bank of a watercourse.
neighbourhood shop means premises used for the purposes of selling general merchandise such as foodstuffs, personal care products, newspapers and the like to provide for the day-to-day needs of people who live or work in the local area, and may include ancillary services such as a post office, bank or dry cleaning, but does not include restricted premises.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the retail floor area of neighbourhood shops.
Neighbourhood shops are a type of shop—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
nominated State heritage item means a heritage item that:
(a)  has been identified as an item of State significance in a publicly exhibited heritage study adopted by the Council, and
(b)  the Council has, by notice in writing to the Heritage Council, nominated as an item of potential State significance.
non-potable water means water that does not meet the standards or values for drinking water recommended from time to time by the National Health and Medical Research Council.
offensive industry means a building or place used to carry out an industrial activity that would, when carried out and when all measures proposed to reduce or minimise its impact on the locality have been employed (including, for example, measures to isolate the activity from existing or likely future development on other land in the locality), emit a polluting discharge (including, for example, noise) in a manner that would have a significant adverse impact in the locality or on existing or likely future development on other land in the locality.
Note—
Offensive industries are a type of heavy industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
offensive storage establishment means a building or place that is used for the storage of goods, materials or products and that would, when all measures proposed to reduce or minimise its impact on the locality have been employed (including, for example, measures to isolate the building or place from existing or likely future development on other land in the locality), emit a polluting discharge (including, for example, noise) in a manner that would have a significant adverse impact in the locality or on existing or likely future development on other land in the locality.
Note—
Offensive storage establishments are a type of heavy industrial storage establishment—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
office premises means a building or place used for the purpose of administrative, clerical, technical, professional or similar activities that do not include dealing with members of the public at the building or place on a direct and regular basis, except where such dealing is a minor activity (by appointment) that is ancillary to the main purpose for which the building or place is used.
Note—
Office premises are a type of commercial premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
open cut mining means mining carried out on, and by excavating, the earth’s surface, but does not include underground mining.
operational land has the same meaning as in the Local Government Act 1993.
parking space means a space dedicated for the parking of a motor vehicle, including any manoeuvring space and access to it, but does not include a car park.
passenger transport facility means a building or place used for the assembly or dispersal of passengers by any form of transport, including facilities required for parking, manoeuvring, storage or routine servicing of any vehicle that uses the building or place.
people who are socially disadvantaged means:
(a)  people who are disadvantaged because of their alcohol or drug dependence, extreme poverty, psychological disorder or other similar disadvantage, or
(b)  people who require protection because of domestic violence or upheaval.
people with a disability means people of any age who, as a result of having an intellectual, psychiatric, sensory, physical or similar impairment, or a combination of such impairments, either permanently or for an extended period, have substantially limited opportunities to enjoy full and active lives.
place of public worship means a building or place used for the purpose of religious worship by a congregation or religious group, whether or not the building or place is also used for counselling, social events, instruction or religious training.
plant nursery means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the retail sale of plants that are grown or propagated on site or on an adjacent site. It may include the on-site sale of any such plants by wholesale and, if ancillary to the principal purpose for which the building or place is used, the sale of landscape and gardening supplies and equipment and the storage of these items.
Note—
Plant nurseries are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
port facilities means any of the following facilities at or in the vicinity of a designated port within the meaning of section 47 of the Ports and Maritime Administration Act 1995:
(a)  facilities for the embarkation or disembarkation of passengers onto or from any vessels, including public ferry wharves,
(b)  facilities for the loading or unloading of freight onto or from vessels and associated receival, land transport and storage facilities,
(c)  wharves for commercial fishing operations,
(d)  refuelling, launching, berthing, mooring, storage or maintenance facilities for any vessel,
(e)  sea walls or training walls,
(f)  administration buildings, communication, security and power supply facilities, roads, rail lines, pipelines, fencing, lighting or car parks.
potable water means water that meets the standards or values for drinking water recommended from time to time by the National Health and Medical Research Council.
private open space means an area external to a building (including an area of land, terrace, balcony or deck) that is used for private outdoor purposes ancillary to the use of the building.
property vegetation plan mean a property vegetation plan approved under Part 4 of the Native Vegetation Act 2003 before the repeal of that Act (as continued in force by the regulations under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016).
pub means licensed premises under the Liquor Act 2007 the principal purpose of which is the retail sale of liquor for consumption on the premises, whether or not the premises include hotel or motel accommodation and whether or not food is sold or entertainment is provided on the premises.
Note—
Pubs are a type of food and drink premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
public administration building means a building used as offices or for administrative or other like purposes by the Crown, a statutory body, a council or an organisation established for public purposes, and includes a courthouse or a police station.
public authority has the same meaning as in the Act.
public land has the same meaning as in the Local Government Act 1993.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
public land means any land (including a public reserve) vested in or under the control of the council, but does not include:
(a)  a public road, or
(b)  land to which the Crown Lands Act 1989 applies, or
(c)  a common, or
(d)  land subject to the Trustees of Schools of Arts Enabling Act 1902, or
(e)  a regional park under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.
public reserve has the same meaning as in the Local Government Act 1993.
public utility undertaking means any of the following undertakings carried on or permitted to be carried on by or by authority of any Public Service agency or under the authority of or in pursuance of any Commonwealth or State Act:
(a)  railway, road transport, water transport, air transport, wharf or river undertakings,
(b)  undertakings for the supply of water, hydraulic power, electricity or gas or the provision of sewerage or drainage services,
and a reference to a person carrying on a public utility undertaking includes a reference to a council, electricity supply authority, Public Service agency, corporation, firm or authority carrying on the undertaking.
rainwater tank means a tank designed for the storage of rainwater gathered on the land on which the tank is situated.
recreation area means a place used for outdoor recreation that is normally open to the public, and includes:
(a)  a children’s playground, or
(b)  an area used for community sporting activities, or
(c)  a public park, reserve or garden or the like,
and any ancillary buildings, but does not include a recreation facility (indoor), recreation facility (major) or recreation facility (outdoor).
recreation facility (indoor) means a building or place used predominantly for indoor recreation, whether or not operated for the purposes of gain, including a squash court, indoor swimming pool, gymnasium, table tennis centre, health studio, bowling alley, ice rink or any other building or place of a like character used for indoor recreation, but does not include an entertainment facility, a recreation facility (major) or a registered club.
recreation facility (major) means a building or place used for large-scale sporting or recreation activities that are attended by large numbers of people whether regularly or periodically, and includes theme parks, sports stadiums, showgrounds, racecourses and motor racing tracks.
recreation facility (outdoor) means a building or place (other than a recreation area) used predominantly for outdoor recreation, whether or not operated for the purposes of gain, including a golf course, golf driving range, mini-golf centre, tennis court, paint-ball centre, lawn bowling green, outdoor swimming pool, equestrian centre, skate board ramp, go-kart track, rifle range, water-ski centre or any other building or place of a like character used for outdoor recreation (including any ancillary buildings), but does not include an entertainment facility or a recreation facility (major).
Reduced Level (RL) means height above the Australian Height Datum, being the datum surface approximating mean sea level that was adopted by the National Mapping Council of Australia in May 1971.
registered club means a club that holds a club licence under the Liquor Act 2007.
relic has the same meaning as in the Heritage Act 1977.
Note—
The term is defined as follows:
relic means any deposit, artefact, object or material evidence that:
(a)  relates to the settlement of the area that comprises New South Wales, not being Aboriginal settlement, and
(b)  is of State or local heritage significance.
research station means a building or place operated by a public authority for the principal purpose of agricultural, environmental, fisheries, forestry, minerals or soil conservation research, and includes any associated facility for education, training, administration or accommodation.
residential accommodation means a building or place used predominantly as a place of residence, and includes any of the following:
(a)  attached dwellings,
(b)  boarding houses,
(c)  dual occupancies,
(d)  dwelling houses,
(e)  group homes,
(f)  hostels,
(g)  multi dwelling housing,
(h)  residential flat buildings,
(i)  rural workers’ dwellings,
(j)  secondary dwellings,
(k)  semi-detached dwellings,
(l)  seniors housing,
(m)  shop top housing,
but does not include tourist and visitor accommodation or caravan parks.
residential care facility means accommodation for seniors or people with a disability that includes:
(a)  meals and cleaning services, and
(b)  personal care or nursing care, or both, and
(c)  appropriate staffing, furniture, furnishings and equipment for the provision of that accommodation and care,
but does not include a dwelling, hostel, hospital or psychiatric facility.
Note—
Residential care facilities are a type of seniors housing—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
residential flat building means a building containing 3 or more dwellings, but does not include an attached dwelling or multi dwelling housing.
Note—
Residential flat buildings are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
resource recovery facility means a building or place used for the recovery of resources from waste, including works or activities such as separating and sorting, processing or treating the waste, composting, temporary storage, transfer or sale of recovered resources, energy generation from gases and water treatment, but not including re-manufacture or disposal of the material by landfill or incineration.
Note—
Resource recovery facilities are a type of waste or resource management facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
respite day care centre means a building or place that is used for the care of seniors or people who have a disability and that does not provide overnight accommodation for people other than those related to the owner or operator of the centre.
restaurant or cafe means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the preparation and serving, on a retail basis, of food and drink to people for consumption on the premises, whether or not liquor, take away meals and drinks or entertainment are also provided.
Note—
Restaurants or cafes are a type of food and drink premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
restricted premises means premises that, due to their nature, restrict access to patrons or customers over 18 years of age, and includes sex shops and similar premises, but does not include a pub, hotel or motel accommodation, home occupation (sex services) or sex services premises.
restriction facilities means facilities where animals are constrained for management purposes, including milking sheds, pads, feed stalls, holding yards and paddocks where the number of livestock exceeds the ability of vegetation to recover from the effects of grazing in a normal growing season, but does not include facilities for drought or similar emergency relief.
retail premises means a building or place used for the purpose of selling items by retail, or hiring or displaying items for the purpose of selling them or hiring them out, whether the items are goods or materials (or whether also sold by wholesale), and includes any of the following:
(a)  bulky goods premises,
(b)  cellar door premises,
(c)  food and drink premises,
(d)  garden centres,
(e)  hardware and building supplies,
(f)  kiosks,
(g)  landscaping material supplies,
(h)  markets,
(i)  plant nurseries,
(j)  roadside stalls,
(k)  rural supplies,
(l)  shops,
(m)  timber yards,
(n)  vehicle sales or hire premises,
but does not include highway service centres, service stations, industrial retail outlets or restricted premises.
Note—
Retail premises are a type of commercial premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Riparian Land Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Riparian Land Map.
road means a public road or a private road within the meaning of the Roads Act 1993, and includes a classified road.
roadside stall means a place or temporary structure used for the retail sale of agricultural produce or hand crafted goods (or both) produced from the property on which the stall is situated or from an adjacent property.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the gross floor area of roadside stalls.
Roadside stalls are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
rural industry means the handling, treating, production, processing, storage or packing of animal or plant agricultural products for commercial purposes, and includes any of the following:
(a)  agricultural produce industries,
(b)  livestock processing industries,
(c)  composting facilities and works (including the production of mushroom substrate),
(d)  sawmill or log processing works,
(e)  stock and sale yards,
(f)  the regular servicing or repairing of plant or equipment used for the purposes of a rural enterprise.
Note—
Rural industries are not a type of industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
rural supplies means a building or place used for the display, sale or hire of stockfeeds, grains, seed, fertilizers, veterinary supplies and other goods or materials used in farming and primary industry production.
Note—
Rural supplies are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
rural worker’s dwelling means a building or place that is additional to a dwelling house on the same lot and that is used predominantly as a place of residence by persons employed, whether on a long-term or short-term basis, for the purpose of agriculture or a rural industry on that land.
Note—
Rural workers’ dwellings are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
sawmill or log processing works means a building or place used for handling, cutting, chipping, pulping or otherwise processing logs, baulks, branches or stumps, principally derived from surrounding districts, into timber or other products derived from wood.
Note—
Sawmill or log processing works are a type of rural industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
Scenic Protection Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Scenic Protection Map.
school means a government school or non-government school within the meaning of the Education Act 1990.
Note—
Schools are a type of educational establishment—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
school-based child care means a building or place within a school that is used to provide out-of-school-hours care (including vacation care) for school children only.
Note—
Accordingly, a building or place within a school that is used to provide out-of-school-hours care for both school children and pre-school children is not school-based child care.
secondary dwelling means a self-contained dwelling that:
(a)  is established in conjunction with another dwelling (the principal dwelling), and
(b)  is on the same lot of land as the principal dwelling, and
(c)  is located within, or is attached to, or is separate from, the principal dwelling.
Note—
See clause 5.4 for controls relating to the total floor area of secondary dwellings.
Secondary dwellings are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
self-storage units means premises that consist of individual enclosed compartments for storing goods or materials (other than hazardous or offensive goods or materials).
Note—
Self-storage units are a type of storage premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
semi-detached dwelling means a dwelling that is on its own lot of land and is attached to only one other dwelling.
Note—
Semi-detached dwellings are a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
seniors housing means a building or place that is:
(a)  a residential care facility, or
(c)  a group of self-contained dwellings, or
(d)  a combination of any of the buildings or places referred to in paragraphs (a)–(c),
and that is, or is intended to be, used permanently for:
(e)  seniors or people who have a disability, or
(f)  people who live in the same household with seniors or people who have a disability, or
(g)  staff employed to assist in the administration of the building or place or in the provision of services to persons living in the building or place,
but does not include a hospital.
Note—
Seniors housing is a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
service station means a building or place used for the sale by retail of fuels and lubricants for motor vehicles, whether or not the building or place is also used for any one or more of the following:
(a)  the ancillary sale by retail of spare parts and accessories for motor vehicles,
(b)  the cleaning of motor vehicles,
(c)  installation of accessories,
(d)  inspecting, repairing and servicing of motor vehicles (other than body building, panel beating, spray painting, or chassis restoration),
(e)  the ancillary retail selling or hiring of general merchandise or services or both.
serviced apartment means a building (or part of a building) providing self-contained accommodation to tourists or visitors on a commercial basis and that is regularly serviced or cleaned by the owner or manager of the building or part of the building or the owner’s or manager’s agents.
Note—
Serviced apartments are a type of tourist and visitor accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
sewage reticulation system means a building or place used for the collection and transfer of sewage to a sewage treatment plant or water recycling facility for treatment, or transfer of the treated waste for use or disposal, including associated:
(a)  pipelines and tunnels, and
(b)  pumping stations, and
(c)  dosing facilities, and
(d)  odour control works, and
(e)  sewage overflow structures, and
(f)  vent stacks.
Note—
Sewage reticulation systems are a type of sewerage system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
sewage treatment plant means a building or place used for the treatment and disposal of sewage, whether or not the facility supplies recycled water for use as an alternative water supply.
Note—
Sewage treatment plants are a type of sewerage system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
sewerage system means any of the following:
(a)  biosolids treatment facility,
(b)  sewage reticulation system,
(c)  sewage treatment plant,
(d)  water recycling facility,
(e)  a building or place that is a combination of any of the things referred to in paragraphs (a)–(d).
sex services means sexual acts or sexual services in exchange for payment.
sex services premises means a brothel, but does not include home occupation (sex services).
shop means premises that sell merchandise such as groceries, personal care products, clothing, music, homewares, stationery, electrical goods or the like or that hire any such merchandise, and includes a neighbourhood shop, but does not include food and drink premises or restricted premises.
Note—
Shops are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
shop top housing means one or more dwellings located above ground floor retail premises or business premises.
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Shop top housing is a type of residential accommodation—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
signage means any sign, notice, device, representation or advertisement that advertises or promotes any goods, services or events and any structure or vessel that is principally designed for, or that is used for, the display of signage, and includes any of the following:
(a)  an advertising structure,
(b)  a building identification sign,
(c)  a business identification sign,
but does not include a traffic sign or traffic control facilities.
site area means the area of any land on which development is or is to be carried out. The land may include the whole or part of one lot, or more than one lot if they are contiguous to each other, but does not include the area of any land on which development is not permitted to be carried out under this Plan.
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The effect of this definition is varied by clause 4.5 for the purpose of the determination of permitted floor space area for proposed development.
site coverage means the proportion of a site area covered by buildings. However, the following are not included for the purpose of calculating site coverage:
(a)  any basement,
(b)  any part of an awning that is outside the outer walls of a building and that adjoins the street frontage or other site boundary,
(c)  any eaves,
(d)  unenclosed balconies, decks, pergolas and the like.
small bar means a small bar within the meaning of the Liquor Act 2007.
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Small bars are a type of food and drink premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
spa pool has the same meaning as in the Swimming Pools Act 1992.
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The term is defined to include any excavation, structure or vessel in the nature of a spa pool, flotation tank, tub or the like.
stock and sale yard means a building or place that is used on a commercial basis for the purpose of offering livestock or poultry for sale and that may be used for the short-term storage and watering of stock.
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Stock and sale yards are a type of rural industry—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
storage premises means a building or place used for the storage of goods, materials, plant or machinery for commercial purposes and where the storage is not ancillary to any industry, business premises or retail premises on the same parcel of land, and includes self-storage units, but does not include a heavy industrial storage establishment or a warehouse or distribution centre.
storey means a space within a building that is situated between one floor level and the floor level next above, or if there is no floor above, the ceiling or roof above, but does not include:
(a)  a space that contains only a lift shaft, stairway or meter room, or
(b)  a mezzanine, or
(c)  an attic.
swimming pool has the same meaning as in the Swimming Pools Act 1992.
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The term is defined as follows:
swimming pool means an excavation, structure or vessel:
(a)  that is capable of being filled with water to a depth of 300 millimetres or more, and
(b)  that is solely or principally used, or that is designed, manufactured or adapted to be solely or principally used, for the purpose of swimming, wading, paddling or any other human aquatic activity,
and includes a spa pool, but does not include a spa bath, anything that is situated within a bathroom or anything declared by the regulations made under the Swimming Pools Act 1992 not to be a swimming pool for the purposes of that Act.
take away food and drink premises means premises that are predominantly used for the preparation and retail sale of food or drink (or both) for immediate consumption away from the premises.
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Take away food and drink premises are a type of food and drink premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
telecommunications facility means:
(a)  any part of the infrastructure of a telecommunications network, or
(b)  any line, cable, optical fibre, fibre access node, interconnect point equipment, apparatus, tower, mast, antenna, dish, tunnel, duct, hole, pit, pole or other structure in connection with a telecommunications network, or
(c)  any other thing used in or in connection with a telecommunications network.
telecommunications network means a system, or series of systems, that carries, or is capable of carrying, communications by means of guided or unguided electromagnetic energy, or both.
temporary structure has the same meaning as in the Act.
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The term is defined as follows:
temporary structure includes a booth, tent or other temporary enclosure (whether or not part of the booth, tent or enclosure is permanent), and also includes a mobile structure.
Terrestrial Biodiversity Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Terrestrial Biodiversity Map.
the Act means the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
timber yard means a building or place the principal purpose of which is the sale of sawn, dressed or treated timber, wood fibre boards or similar timber products. It may include the cutting of such timber, boards or products to order and the sale of hardware, paint, tools and materials used in conjunction with the use and treatment of timber.
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Timber yards are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
tourist and visitor accommodation means a building or place that provides temporary or short-term accommodation on a commercial basis, and includes any of the following:
(a)  backpackers’ accommodation,
(b)  bed and breakfast accommodation,
(c)  farm stay accommodation,
(d)  hotel or motel accommodation,
(e)  serviced apartments,
but does not include:
(f)  camping grounds, or
(g)  caravan parks, or
(h)  eco-tourist facilities.
transport depot means a building or place used for the parking or servicing of motor powered or motor drawn vehicles used in connection with a business, industry, shop or passenger or freight transport undertaking.
truck depot means a building or place used for the servicing and parking of trucks, earthmoving machinery and the like.
turf farming means the commercial cultivation of turf for sale and the removal of turf for that purpose.
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Turf farming is a type of intensive plant agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
underground mining means:
(a)  mining carried out beneath the earth’s surface, including bord and pillar mining, longwall mining, top-level caving, sub-level caving and auger mining, and
(b)  shafts, drill holes, gas and water drainage works, surface rehabilitation works and access pits associated with that mining (whether carried out on or beneath the earth’s surface),
but does not include open cut mining.
vehicle body repair workshop means a building or place used for the repair of vehicles or agricultural machinery, involving body building, panel building, panel beating, spray painting or chassis restoration.
vehicle repair station means a building or place used for the purpose of carrying out repairs to, or the selling and fitting of accessories to, vehicles or agricultural machinery, but does not include a vehicle body repair workshop or vehicle sales or hire premises.
vehicle sales or hire premises means a building or place used for the display, sale or hire of motor vehicles, caravans, boats, trailers, agricultural machinery and the like, whether or not accessories are sold or displayed there.
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Vehicle sales or hire premises are a type of retail premises—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
veterinary hospital means a building or place used for diagnosing or surgically or medically treating animals, whether or not animals are kept on the premises for the purpose of treatment.
viticulture means the cultivation of grapes for use in the commercial production of fresh or dried fruit or wine.
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Viticulture is a type of intensive plant agriculture—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
warehouse or distribution centre means a building or place used mainly or exclusively for storing or handling items (whether goods or materials) pending their sale, but from which no retail sales are made.
waste disposal facility means a building or place used for the disposal of waste by landfill, incineration or other means, including such works or activities as recycling, resource recovery and other resource management activities, energy generation from gases, leachate management, odour control and the winning of extractive material to generate a void for disposal of waste or to cover waste after its disposal.
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Waste disposal facilities are a type of waste or resource management facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
waste or resource management facility means any of the following:
(a)  a resource recovery facility,
(b)  a waste disposal facility,
(c)  a waste or resource transfer station,
(d)  a building or place that is a combination of any of the things referred to in paragraphs (a)–(c).
waste or resource transfer station means a building or place used for the collection and transfer of waste material or resources, including the receipt, sorting, compacting, temporary storage and distribution of waste or resources and the loading or unloading of waste or resources onto or from road or rail transport.
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Waste or resource transfer stations are a type of waste or resource management facility—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
water recreation structure means a structure used primarily for recreational purposes that has a direct structural connection between the shore and the waterway, and may include a pier, wharf, jetty or boat launching ramp.
water recycling facility means a building or place used for the treatment of sewage effluent, stormwater or waste water for use as an alternative supply to mains water, groundwater or river water (including, in particular, sewer mining works), whether the facility stands alone or is associated with other development, and includes associated:
(a)  retention structures, and
(b)  treatment works, and
(c)  irrigation schemes.
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Water recycling facilities are a type of sewerage system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
water reticulation system means a building or place used for the transport of water, including pipes, tunnels, canals, pumping stations, related electricity infrastructure, dosing facilities and water supply reservoirs.
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Water reticulation systems are a type of water supply system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
water storage facility means a dam, weir or reservoir for the collection and storage of water, and includes associated monitoring or gauging equipment.
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Water storage facilities are a type of water supply system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
water supply system means any of the following:
(a)  a water reticulation system,
(b)  a water storage facility,
(c)  a water treatment facility,
(d)  a building or place that is a combination of any of the things referred to in paragraphs (a)–(c).
water treatment facility means a building or place used for the treatment of water (such as a desalination plant or a recycled or reclaimed water plant) whether the water produced is potable or not, and includes residuals treatment, storage and disposal facilities, but does not include a water recycling facility.
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Water treatment facilities are a type of water supply system—see the definition of that term in this Dictionary.
waterbody means a waterbody (artificial) or waterbody (natural).
waterbody (artificial) or artificial waterbody means an artificial body of water, including any constructed waterway, canal, inlet, bay, channel, dam, pond, lake or artificial wetland, but does not include a dry detention basin or other stormwater management construction that is only intended to hold water intermittently.
waterbody (natural) or natural waterbody means a natural body of water, whether perennial or intermittent, fresh, brackish or saline, the course of which may have been artificially modified or diverted onto a new course, and includes a river, creek, stream, lake, lagoon, natural wetland, estuary, bay, inlet or tidal waters (including the sea).
watercourse means any river, creek, stream or chain of ponds, whether artificially modified or not, in which water usually flows, either continuously or intermittently, in a defined bed or channel, but does not include a waterbody (artificial).
waterway means the whole or any part of a watercourse, wetland, waterbody (artificial) or waterbody (natural).
wetland means:
(a)  natural wetland, including marshes, mangroves, backwaters, billabongs, swamps, sedgelands, wet meadows or wet heathlands that form a shallow waterbody (up to 2 metres in depth) when inundated cyclically, intermittently or permanently with fresh, brackish or salt water, and where the inundation determines the type and productivity of the soils and the plant and animal communities, or
(b)  artificial wetland, including marshes, swamps, wet meadows, sedgelands or wet heathlands that form a shallow waterbody (up to 2 metres in depth) when inundated cyclically, intermittently or permanently with water, and are constructed and vegetated with wetland plant communities.
Wetlands Map means the Cooma-Monaro Local Environmental Plan 2013 Wetlands Map.
wharf or boating facilities means a wharf or any of the following facilities associated with a wharf or boating that are not port facilities:
(a)  facilities for the embarkation or disembarkation of passengers onto or from any vessels, including public ferry wharves,
(b)  facilities for the loading or unloading of freight onto or from vessels and associated receival, land transport and storage facilities,
(c)  wharves for commercial fishing operations,
(d)  refuelling, launching, berthing, mooring, storage or maintenance facilities for any vessel,
(e)  sea walls or training walls,
(f)  administration buildings, communication, security and power supply facilities, roads, rail lines, pipelines, fencing, lighting or car parks.
wholesale supplies means a building or place used for the display, sale or hire of goods or materials by wholesale only to businesses that have an Australian Business Number registered under the A New Tax System (Australian Business Number) Act 1999 of the Commonwealth.