A guide to the assessment of applications to clear native vegetation

Guidance
Approach for assessing an application to clear native vegetation under the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
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This guide is intended to assist applicants for a clearing permit, including landowners, consultants, local government authorities, and state government agencies, to:

  • understand the clearing permit assessment process under the Environmental Protection Act 1986
  • plan to undertake appropriate studies and surveys for projects that involve clearing.

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