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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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Development Applications Advertised

View Development applications currently advertised online.

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Event

Thu 28 Aug 2025 to Thu 28 Aug 2025

Falls and Stroke Prevention Information Session for Seniors

A free community event tailored for seniors living in the Cumberland LGA, focusing on two major health issues affecting older Australians, falls and strokes.

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Spring into Health

'Spring into Health' this September, learn about free programs and access a range of health information.

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Mental Health in Youth

Mental health resources for young people aged 12 to 25 years.

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Council Policy Documents

See a listing of Council's policies and procedures.

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For you

Keep healthy and active with a range of activities just for you.

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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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Emergency Relief Fund

Find details about our Emergency Relief Fund.

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Council eNews

Sign up to Council eNews or view current and past editions.

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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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Development Control Plans (DCP)

Development Control Plans (DCPs) provide guidance for the design and operation of development within a Local Government Area (LGA) to achieve the aims and objectives of the Local Environmental Plan (LEP).

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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 Infrastructure Contribution Plan

Councils in NSW have the ability to levy developers for contributions towards local infrastructure under the Environmental and Planning Assessment Act (EP&A).

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Housing

View our Local and Affordable Housing Strategy, along with the Affordable Housing Policy.

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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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Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS)

Cumberland 2030: Our Local Strategic Planning Statement provides strategic direction and a coordinated approach to effectively manage growth and development in the Cumberland area.

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Employment and Innovation Lands

Cumberland Employment and Innovation Lands Strategy and Land Use Planning.

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NSW Planning Legislation

Planning and development in NSW is carried out under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

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Forms, certificates and checklists

Access development assessment, building, fire safety, parking permits, pool safety, roads and driveways, stormwater and flooding and tree management forms.

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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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Exempt and Complying Development

State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt & Complying Development Codes) 2008

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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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Political Donations and Gifts Disclosure Register

Cumberland City Council requires public disclosure of donations and gifts.

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Public Domain

A range of Public Domain Plans for key centres and corridors in Cumberland City.

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Engineering Services Policy and Guideline

The Engineering Services Policy and Guideline is provided to support all stakeholders on Council’s requirements to deliver best practice engineering solutions and safety for the benefit of the Cumberland community.

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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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Subdivision Certificate Applications

All Subdivision Certificate applications are required to be lodged on the NSW Planning Portal.

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Unclaimed construction bonds

If you completed a construction project in the former Holroyd and Auburn Local Government Areas (LGAs) between 1991-2016 and did not claim your bond, then you may be eligible for a refund.

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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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Fire Safety for building owners

Council is committed to fire safety in all residential, commercial and organisational buildings. A number of programs have been put in place to prevent fire and reduce its impact.

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Stormwater Management and Flooding

Find stormwater and flooding development standards and related forms.

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Event

Thu 24 Jul 2025 to Thu 11 Sep 2025

TAFE NSW Cake Decorating Class

Starts 24 July 2025 - Improve your cake decorating skills with this short course and learn new cake decorating techniques.

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