“Planning a development? Contact Council before you start” – that’s the message from Kyogle Council around building and construction.
They say in a media release, “Over the past eight years, Council has adopted a series of progressive initiatives to stimulate development, open up housing and industrial lots, and make it easier to do business in the Kyogle local government area”.
“This has included the waiver of development contributions and service changes and investing millions of dollars in infrastructure upgrades across Council’s road and bridge network.
“However, all too often we see people with the very best intentions start a project before they understand if their project is legally able to proceed”.
Kyogle Mayor Cr Danielle Mulholland said this can easily be avoided by contacting Council first.
“Kyogle Council encourages anyone planning a project to get in touch as early as possible to ensure the project meets requirements from the outset and can proceed without issues,” Cr Mulholland said.
“As well as actively pursuing managed growth and delivering a record investment in infrastructure, Council works with individuals and business to help them achieve their objectives.”
“Information packs for various developments from single dwellings to subdivisions are available on the Council website and staff are available to meet with people and businesses to discuss their projects and the best way to progress them.
“And while Council is committed to supporting the community, it also has a responsibility to ensure statutory requirements are met. Where this is not the case, Council will take appropriate steps to follow up and address any non-compliance.
“By ensuring statutory requirements are met, Council helps maintain community standards and provides a fair and consistent framework for everyone undertaking a project. This protects both applicants and the community and ensures projects are completed safely and appropriately.
“Anyone wanting information about Council’s planning and community development services can search the Planning and Development pages on Council’s website or phone Council on 6632 1611″.
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