If you are planning work that may impact Aboriginal cultural heritage or environmental heritage you are likely to need approval. Depending on the heritage listing or nature of the work you may need to apply for more than one approval. In some cases an exemption or exception to needing approval will apply.
This section explains the various approvals and permits we issue under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 and Heritage Act 1977, and includes supporting information for local councils as consent authorities.
All applications for approvals and permits must include certain essential information for us to understand what you are proposing to do. This information is necessary for us to make decisions.
Check which approval or permit you may need
We assess applications for approvals or permits relating to: