About planning referrals
Councils in NSW assess most local development applications (DAs) under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (Planning Act). Large or significant applications are assessed by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. Some applications require input from referral authorities as part of the assessment process.
The Bradfield Development Authority supports investment in the Aerotropolis and delivery of Bradfield City Centre. As a referral authority, we provide advice on matters related to these responsibilities. This usually involves State-led and State-determined large-scale development proposals.
While the Bradfield Development Authority is not a decision-maker under the Planning Act, we:
- provide advice to the Minister for Planning on draft Aerotropolis Precinct Plans (and proposed amendments) in the Aerotropolis which require consultation under Chapter 4 of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Precincts - Western Parkland City) 2021
- participate in the Aerotropolis Technical Assurance Panel (TAP) for masterplans as per the Department of Planning, Housing and infrastructure’s Master Plan Guidelines and Supplementary Guidance
- provide advice on the Secretary's Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) for State significant projects (development and infrastructure)
- provide comment on State significant projects as required by SEARs
- provide comment to authorities proposing 'development without consent' with a capital investment value of $30 million or more under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure)
- provide comments at strategic stages of the planning process for other development as required.
Submit your requests for referral advice on planning matters
Contact the Bradfield Development Authority
Visit our contact us page or reach out to us directly at:
- Phone: 1800 312 999
- Address: 50 Belmore Street, Penrith, NSW 2750