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Flood Management

Council has a robust and effective process for managing flooding. Council uses Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans to outline flood mitigation measures and to reduce the risk of flooding.

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Cumberland Local Planning Panel (CLPP)

The Cumberland Local Planning Panel (CLPP) is a panel comprising of a chairman, two independent experts as well as a community representative.

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Smoke alarms

Read about what smoke alarms are required for different dwellings and get more information from Fire and Rescue NSW.

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News

Cumberland City Council’s Banner to Bags Campaign Turning Waste into Opportunity

In celebration of Plastic Free July 2025, Cumberland City Council is proud to highlight the success of its Banners to Bags campaign, a community-driven and creative initiative turning waste into opportunity.

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Voluntary Planning Agreements

A Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) is an agreement entered into by a planning authority (such as Cumberland City Council) and a developer.

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Local Environmental Plan (LEP)

LEPs provide the legislative framework for land use and development in a Local Government Area (LGA) through land use zones and planning controls.

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Planning Applications now in the NSW Planning Portal

Planning applications need to be lodged electronically through the Planning Portal managed by the NSW Government.

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Planning Proposals

A planning proposal is a request to amend a Local Environmental Plan (LEP) through the ‘Gateway’ process.

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Works within roads and footpaths

Apply for an approval or permit under the Roads Act 1993 and/or the Local Government Act 1993 for certain activities on roads, footpaths or carparks.

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Planning Process and FAQs

Cumberland City Council is a local government area located in the western suburbs of Sydney, Australia. The Council is responsible for providing a range of services and facilities to its residents, including waste management, parks and recreation, planning and development, and community services.

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Variations to Development Standards Clause 4.6 Register

Cumberland City Council is required to provide a register of Development Applications that were decided with variations to development standards.

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Design Excellence

Cumberland City Council is committed to ensuring the highest standard of architectural and urban design is achieved for Cumberland’s built environment.

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