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Planning

Land use and development within the Cessnock Local Government Area (LGA) is managed through a range of state and local strategies, plans and policies.

Planning matters

View planning notices currently on exhibition including s4.59 notices, development proposals, contributions plans and development control plans.

Government legislation & strategies

Access Australian and NSW State Government planning policies, strategies and legislation.

Local Environment Plan 2011 (LEP)

View our Local Environment Plan 2011 and find out how to apply for an LEP amendment.

Local planning framework

Access our local planning strategies and policies.

Development controls

Learn about our development controls for the Cessnock LGA, including our Development Control Plan (DCP) and Community Participation Plan.

Local Infrastructure Contributions and Planning Agreements

Access and find information about Contributions Pans and Planning Agreements.

Heritage advice

Find out about our heritage listings and heritage conservation areas.

Online mapping

Access the online mapping system, obtain a map from our geographical information system team or find links to external mapping sites.

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Cessnock NSW 2325, Australia

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