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Development Guides

The following information is provided for the assistance of the community. Council endeavours to keep such information accurate and up-to-date, however it is strongly recommended that specific enquiries be referred to relevant officers rather than relying solely on the attached documentation. Please ring 02 6540 1136 for further information.

Becoming an Owner Builder - Published: 07 Jul 2008
An owner-builder is an individual who does owner-builder work and holds a permit for that work. more ..

BASIX - Published: 01 Jul 2008
Introduced by the NSW Government, BASIX ensures homes are built to be more energy and water efficient. more ..

Development Approval General Information - Published: 30 Jan 2006
A development application is required for most development. All of the following information must be submitted before the application will be considered more ..

Development Control Plans - Published: 09 Dec 2004
A Development Control Plan contains guidelines for development within specific areas of the Upper Hunter Shire Council area. These guidelines will be given close consideration when development applications are assessed. Development Control Plans listed below are from the former Scone, Merriwa & Murrurundi Shire Councils, however they are still applicable to proposals in their respective areas within the new Upper Hunter Shire Council. more ..

Local Environmental Plan - Published: 09 Dec 2004
The Local Environmental Plans from the former Merriwa, Murrurundi and Scone Councils are still applicable under the new Upper Hunter Shire Council within their respective areas. A review of the plans to prepare a new Local Environmental Plan will be undertaken in the near future and will cover the whole of the new Council area. more ..

S94A Development Contributions Plan - Published: 06 May 2008
Council has resolved to adopt the Upper Hunter Shire Council Section 94A Levy Contributions Plan 2008. The Plan becomes effective on 1 July 2008. more ..

Septic Safe - The Easy Septic Guide - Published: 07 Jul 2008
As a septic system owner you are responsible for ensuring that your septic system is safe and working properly. A failing septic system is a health risk for your family and the community and may be causing harm to the environment. more ..

Swimming Pool Fencing - Published: 07 Jul 2008
Pools can be great fun but for some time they have also been a tragedy.The Council wants you to enjoy your pool and has your safety in mind. more ..


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