The draft Northern Beaches Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and draft Development Control Plan (DCP) are on public exhibition from 20 July to 30 August 2026. The draft LEP must be considered in DA assessments, alongside existing Manly, Pittwater or Warringah controls. The weight given to the draft LEP depends on the nature of the proposal and how advanced the draft LEP is in the approval process. The draft DCP is not considered in DA assessment. View the draft plans.
Effective for applications lodged from 1 January 2026:
When submitting a Development Application for alterations and additions to a Class 1 (residential dwelling) application a Concept Stormwater Plan AND Certification from an appropriately qualified and practicing Civil or Hydraulic Engineer confirming that the proposed stormwater design is consistent with Council's Water Management for Development Policy is required. The Lodgement Requirements Form has been updated to reflect these changes.
