Fairfield Stormwater Conditions
45 stormwater conditions imposed by Fairfield across 6 development applications in our dataset. Stormwater conditions control how a development collects, detains and discharges rainwater runoff — on-site detention (OSD), drainage easements, water-sensitive urban design and connection to council drainage systems.
1. Approved Plans and Supporting Documentation Development must be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and supporting documentation (stamped by Council), except where the conditions of this consent: Revision Plan No.: Plan Title: Prepared By: Date: No.: Architectural Plans MA000 8 Cover Sheet Level 33 27/02/2025 MA010 8 Summary Level 33 27/02/2025 MA011 5 Unit Schedule Level 33 16/01/2025 MA020 5 GFA Diagrams Level 33 16/01/2025 MA021 5 GFA Diagrams Level 33 16/01/2025 MA022 5 GFA Diagrams Level 33 16/01/2025 MA027 7 Landscape Calculations Level 33 20/02/2025 MA028 7 Deep Soil Calculations Level 33 27/02/2025 MA029 6 Common Open Space Level 33 27/02/2025 MA096 5 Site…
10. Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Requirements The applicant shall at all times, comply with the conditions of NSW Roads and Maritime Services (RMS), now known as TfNSW, which were imposed on Development Consent No. DA 687.1/2014. Additionally, before the issue of a Construction Certificate for this development and throughout all the stages of the development, the applicant is required to comply with the following updated requirements of TfNSW: a. The redundant driveway on The Horsley Drive boundary shall be removed and replaced with kerb and gutter to match existing. The design and construction of the kerb and gutter on The Horsley Drive shall be in accordance with TfNSW requirements…
1. Approved Plans and Supporting Documentation Development must be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and supporting documentation (stamped by Council), except where the conditions of this consent expressly require otherwise. Plan No. : Revision No. : Plan Title : Drawn By : Date : Planzone A.1 15 Coverpage 03.09.2024 Designs Planzone A.2 15 Survey 03.09.2024 Designs Planzone A.3 15 Existing Site Plan 03.09.2024 Designs Existing Ground Floor Planzone A.4 15 03.09.2024 Plan Designs Planzone A.5 15 Existing Mezzanine Plan 03.09.2024 Designs Planzone A.6 15 Demolition Plan 03.09.2024 Designs Planzone A.7 15 Proposed Site Plan 03.09.2024 Designs Proposed Site Plan over…
19. On-site Detention Design Certificate Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a certificate from a suitably qualified person shall be submitted to the Certifying Authority certifying that the drainage system has been designed to comply with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. In particular, the certification shall ensure the on-site detention system has been designed: i. To restrict the total discharge from the site to current site discharge for all storms up to and including the 100 year storm events (Urban Zone only); ii. To restrict the peak discharge from the site for 100 year 9-hour storm event to 140 L/s/ha (Urban Zone only). iii. To restrict the peak discharge…
5. Stormwater Drainage Certificate Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a certificate from a suitably qualified person shall be submitted to the Certifier certifying that: a. Satisfactory arrangements have been made for the disposal of stormwater; b. The proposed development and alterations to the natural surface contours will not impede or divert natural surface water runoff so as to cause a nuisance to adjoining properties; c. The piped drainage system has been designed to an Average Recurrence Interval of not less than that in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. Note: Where Fairfield City Council is nominated to issue a Construction Certificate for…
11. Stormwater Drainage Certificate Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a certificate from a suitably qualified person shall be submitted to the Certifier certifying that: a. Satisfactory arrangements have been made for the disposal of stormwater; b. The proposed development and alterations to the natural surface contours will not impede or divert natural surface water runoff so as to cause a nuisance to adjoining properties; c. The piped drainage system has been designed to an Average Recurrence Interval of not less than that in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. Note: Where Fairfield City Council is nominated to issue a Construction Certificate for…
18. Stormwater Drainage Certificate Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a certificate from a suitably qualified person shall be submitted to the Certifier certifying that: a. Satisfactory arrangements have been made for the disposal of stormwater; b. The proposed development and alterations to the natural surface contours will not impede or divert natural surface water runoff so as to cause a nuisance to adjoining properties; c. The piped drainage system has been designed to an Average Recurrence Interval of not less than that in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. Note: Where Fairfield City Council is nominated to issue a Construction Certificate for…
7. Stormwater Drainage Certificate Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a certificate from a suitably qualified person shall be submitted to the Certifier certifying that: a. Satisfactory arrangements have been made for the disposal of stormwater; b. The proposed development and alterations to the natural surface contours will not impede or divert natural surface water runoff so as to cause a nuisance to adjoining properties; c. The piped drainage system has been designed to an Average Recurrence Interval of not less than that in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. Note: Where Fairfield City Council is nominated to issue a Construction Certificate for…
9. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (ESCP) Prior to the issue of a construction certificate, an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan outlining measures during demolition will be carried out in accordance with the guidelines contained in the Blue Book Managing Urban Stormwater: Soils and Construction (4th edition, Landcom, 2004). a) Site works will not start until adequate erosion and sediment control works outlined are installed and functional. b) The entry to and departure of vehicles from the site will be confined to one stabilised point. c) Sediment or barrier fencing will be used to restrict all vehicular movements to that point. d) Sediment fences and barrier fences will be installed as…
13. Engineering Approval – Section 68 Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, a Section 68 Approval pursuant to the Local Government Act 1993 shall be issued by an accredited certifier or by Fairfield City Council for the construction of the stormwater pit (Pit 11) over the existing pipe connection to the concrete channel and for the connection to the kerb and gutter on Newton Road for the grated drain. Civil Design Plans shall be prepared by a suitably qualified engineer and submitted to the chosen certifier via the Planning Portal. The final design shall be designed in accordance with approved plans and specifications at no cost to Council. Prior to the issue of a Section 68…
13. Payment of Development Contributions Payment of Section 7.11 Contributions Before the issue of a Construction Certificate, the applicant must pay the following contributions to Council for: Community and Recreation Facilities $345,598 Open Space Acquisition $327,568 Open Space Embellishment $183,788 Public Domain Improvements $119,798 Stormwater Detention $28,430 Plan Administration $16,646 The total contribution payable to Council under this condition is $1,021,828 as calculated at the date of this consent, in accordance with the Fairfield City Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2023 (Section 7.11 and Section 7.12). Page 12 of 40 18626402.1 ATTACHMENT * The total amount payable…
62. Stormwater Quality Treatment Device Stormwater runoff from the site must be treated by a stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s) before discharge to the stormwater system. The stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s)shall be effective at capturing and retaining: a. 60% to 80% of annual total suspended solids load; b. More than 90% of free oils during treatment flows; c. The treatment technique must be able to retain a majority of particulates having a diameter of less than 100 microns; d. A certificate, from an appropriately qualified person, shall be submitted to Council certifying that a stormwater quality treatment technique/device as specified above has been…
40. Stormwater Quality Treatment Device Stormwater runoff from the site must be treated by a stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s) before discharge to the stormwater system. The stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s)shall be effective at capturing and retaining: a. 60% to 80% of annual total suspended solids load; b. More than 90% of free oils during treatment flows; c. The treatment technique must be able to retain a majority of particulates having a diameter of less than 100 microns; d. A certificate, from an appropriately qualified person, shall be submitted to Council certifying that a stormwater quality treatment technique/device as specified above has been…
39. Stormwater Quality Treatment Device Stormwater runoff from the site must be treated by a stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s) before discharge to the stormwater system. The stormwater quality treatment technique/device(s)shall be effective at capturing and retaining: a. 60% to 80% of annual total suspended solids load; b. More than 90% of free oils during treatment flows; c. The treatment technique must be able to retain a majority of particulates having a diameter of less than 100 microns; d. A certificate, from an appropriately qualified person, shall be submitted to Council certifying that a stormwater quality treatment technique/device as specified above has been…
73. On-Site Detention System Registration – Marker Plate Each on-site detention basin shall be indicated by fixing a standard marker plate, details of which are as follows: Minimum size: 150mm x 100mm Material: Non Corrosive metal or 4mm thick laminated plastic Location: Fixed in a prominent position to the nearest concrete or permanent surface and be above the expected water level in the basin. If in doubt, contact Council on 9725-0222. Wording: A minimum letter height of 5mm is required. The wording is to consist of:- THIS IS AN ON-SITE DETENTION STRUCTURE DO NOT TAMPER WITH, CONTACT FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL PRIOR TO ANY PROPOSED WORKS IN THIS AREA The marker plate is to be attached prior…
8. Final Stormwater Drainage Plan The Construction Certificate application shall include a final detailed stormwater drainage plan and specifications suitable for construction, prepared by a suitably qualified and experienced stormwater drainage consultant. The consultant’s qualifications shall be included on the stormwater plan. The final plan shall be in accordance with: a. Fairfield City Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017, b. AS 3500, c. the BASIX certificate Page 5 of 17 ATTACHMENT R and conditions of this consent. The final stormwater drainage plan shall be amended to the following: All proposed hardstand areas shall be provided with further stormwater drainage and shall be…
33. Encroachment of Easements a. This consent does not authorise the encroachment or overhang of any stormwater drainage easement. Any encroachment of other easements must be separately approved by the relevant service authority and evidence of any consent shall be submitted to the Certifying Authority. b. The structures shall not exert any loads on the utilities within the easements. Maintenance works may be required on the utilities and therefore the structures shall be designed such that a trench can be excavated to enable replacement of the existing utilities without affecting the stability of the structure. c. The proposed structures shall not encroach (including overhangs and…
32. Encroachment of Easements a. This consent does not authorise the encroachment or overhang of any stormwater drainage easement. Any encroachment of other easements must be separately approved by the relevant service authority and evidence of any consent shall be submitted to the Certifying Authority. b. The structures shall not exert any loads on the utilities within the easements. Maintenance works may be required on the utilities and therefore the structures shall be designed such that a trench can be excavated to enable replacement of the existing utilities without affecting the stability of the structure. c. The proposed structures shall not encroach (including overhangs and…
64. Works-As-Executed Plans and any other Documentary Evidence Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, the applicant must submit, to the satisfaction of the principal certifier, works-as-executed plans, any compliance certificates and any other evidence confirming the following completed works: a. All stormwater drainage and storage systems b. Ensure StrataVault tree pits are as in accordance with Council’s Citygreen specifications/details. c. The proposed street tree near Shop 5 on the Landscape Plans shall incorporate StrataVault tree pits. The Principal Certifier must provide a copy of the plans to Council with the Occupation Certificate. Reason: To confirm the location…
25. Road Reserve Clearance Certificate Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, a Satisfactory Road Reserve Clearance Certificate shall be issued by Fairfield City Council’s Asset Management Branch certifying that the footpaths, kerbs, stormwater systems and general streetscape has been inspected and is to a satisfactory standard. Page 8 of 14 ATTACHMENT A All damage shall be rectified by the developer to the satisfaction of Fairfield City Council. An application form accompanied with the appropriate fee at time of payment shall be submitted to Fairfield City Council. Reason: To ensure any damage to public infrastructure is rectified. OCCUPATION AND ONGOING USE
72. On-Site Detention – Certification of Works A Certificate shall be issued to the Principal Certifier upon completion of the drainage works and prior to issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate certifying the following: a. That the on-site detention system will function in accordance with the approved drainage design. b. Any variations from the approved drainage design. c. That these variations will not impair the performance of the On-Site Detention system, or alternatively provide details of the remedial works required to make the system function according to design control standards. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
20. Road Reserve Clearance Certificate Before the issue of the Occupation Certificate, a Satisfactory Road Reserve Clearance Certificate shall be issued by Fairfield City Council’s Asset Management Branch certifying that the footpaths, kerbs, stormwater systems and general streetscape has been inspected and is to a satisfactory standard. All damage shall be rectified by the developer to the satisfaction of Fairfield City Council. An application form accompanied with the appropriate fee at time of payment shall be submitted to Fairfield City Council. Reason: To ensure any damage to public infrastructure is rectified. OCCUPATION AND ONGOING USE
45. Road Reserve Clearance Certificate Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, a Satisfactory Road Reserve Clearance Certificate shall be issued by Fairfield City Council’s Asset Management Branch certifying that the footpaths, kerbs, stormwater systems and general streetscape has been inspected and is to a satisfactory standard. All damage shall be rectified by the developer to the satisfaction of Fairfield City Council. An application form accompanied with the appropriate fee at time of payment shall be submitted to Fairfield City Council. Reason: To ensure any damage to public infrastructure is rectified.
76. Road Reserve Clearance Certificate Before the issue of the Occupation Certificate, a Satisfactory Road Reserve Clearance Certificate shall be issued by Fairfield City Council’s Asset Management Branch certifying that the footpaths, kerbs, stormwater systems and general streetscape has been inspected and is to a satisfactory standard. All damage shall be rectified by the developer to the satisfaction of Fairfield City Council. An application form accompanied with the appropriate fee at time of payment shall be submitted to Fairfield City Council. Reason: To ensure any damage to public infrastructure is rectified.
6. Final Stormwater Drainage Plan The Construction Certificate application shall include a final detailed stormwater drainage plan and specifications suitable for construction, prepared by a suitably qualified and experienced stormwater drainage consultant. The consultant’s qualifications shall be included on the stormwater plan. The final plan shall be in accordance with: a. Fairfield City Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017, b. AS 3500, c. the BASIX certificate and conditions of this consent. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy. BEFORE THE COMMENCEMENT OF BUILDING WORK
22. Final Stormwater Drainage Plan The Construction Certificate application shall include a final detailed stormwater drainage plan and specifications suitable for construction, prepared by a suitably qualified and experienced stormwater drainage consultant. The consultant’s qualifications shall be included on the stormwater plan. Page 15 of 40 18626402.1 ATTACHMENT * The final plan shall be in accordance with: a. Fairfield City Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017, b. AS 3500, c. the BASIX certificate and conditions of this consent. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
12. Final Stormwater Drainage Plan The Construction Certificate application shall include a final detailed stormwater drainage plan and specifications suitable for construction, prepared by a suitably qualified and experienced stormwater drainage consultant. The consultant’s qualifications shall be included on the stormwater plan. The final plan shall be in accordance with: a. Fairfield City Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017, b. AS 3500, c. the BASIX certificate and conditions of this consent. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy. Page 6 of 23 ATTACHMENT A
39. Works-As-Executed Plans and any other Documentary Evidence Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, the applicant must submit, to the satisfaction of the principal certifier, works-as-executed plans, any compliance certificates and any other evidence confirming the following completed works: a. All stormwater drainage and storage systems The Principal Certifier must provide a copy of the plans to Council with the Occupation Certificate. Reason: To confirm the location of works once constructed that will become Council assets.
14. Works-As-Executed Plans and any other Documentary Evidence Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, the applicant must submit, to the satisfaction of the principal certifier, works-as-executed plans, any compliance certificates and any other evidence confirming the following completed works: a. All stormwater drainage and storage systems The Principal Certifier must provide a copy of the plans to Council with the Occupation Certificate. Reason: To confirm the location of works once constructed that will become Council assets.
19. Works-As-Executed Plans and any other Documentary Evidence Before the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, the applicant must submit, to the satisfaction of the principal certifier, works-as-executed plans, any compliance certificates and any other evidence confirming the following completed works: a. All stormwater drainage and storage systems The Principal Certifier must provide a copy of the plans to Council with the Occupation Certificate. Reason: To confirm the location of works once constructed that will become Council assets.
71. On-site Detention System Registration – Restriction and Covenant Prior to the issue of the relevant Occupation Certificate, proof of the creation of a ‘Restriction on Use of Land’ and ‘Positive Covenant’ over the on-site detention system in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy – September 2017 shall be submitted to the Principal Certifying Authority. The terms to be used can be found in Councils Stormwater Management Policy, Appendix M. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
21. Erosion and Sedimentation Controls in Place Before the commencement of any site or building work, the principal certifier must be satisfied the erosion and sediment controls in the erosion and sediment control plan, (as approved by the principal certifier) are in place until the site is rectified (at least 70% ground cover achieved over any bare ground on site). Reason: To ensure runoff and site debris do not impact local stormwater systems and waterways.
60. Method of Stormwater Drainage The stormwater drainage generated from the development shall be directed to: a) The concrete lined channel – this requires Local Government Approval (Section 68). The complete roof guttering system must be operational as soon as the roof is clad. Surface stormwater shall not be directed or cause nuisance to adjoining properties. Page 20 of 23 ATTACHMENT A Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
38. Erosion and Sedimentation Controls in Place Before the commencement of any site or building work, the principal certifier must be satisfied the erosion and sediment controls in the erosion and sediment control plan, (as approved by the principal certifier) are in place until the site is rectified (at least 70% ground cover achieved over any bare ground on site). Reason: To ensure runoff and site debris do not impact local stormwater systems and waterways.
8. Erosion and Sedimentation Controls in Place Before the commencement of any site or building work, the principal certifier must be satisfied the erosion and sediment controls in the erosion and sediment control plan, (as approved by the principal certifier) are in place until the site is rectified (at least 70% ground cover achieved over any bare ground on site). Reason: To ensure runoff and site debris do not impact local stormwater systems and waterways.
3. Waste Processing Quantity The subject premises shall comply at all times with the following waste processing quantities: • No more than 1,250 tonnes of waste material shall be stored onsite at any given time. • No more than 65,000 tonnes of waste shall be processed per annum, comprising of the following: Waste Material Quantity (tonnes per annum) Stormwater / GPT Material 64,000 Wood Waste (Sawdust) 1,000 Reason: To comply with development application.
59. OSD Construction The on-site detention drainage system shall be constructed in accordance with the approved design and Council's Stormwater Management Policy – September 2017. Reason: To ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the approved development and Council’s Stormwater Management Policy (February 2017). Page 24 of 40 18626402.1 ATTACHMENT * BEFORE THE ISSUE OF AN OCCUPATION CERTIFICATE
18. Maintenance of Wastewater and Stormwater Treatment Device During occupation and ongoing use of the building, the applicant must ensure all wastewater and stormwater treatment devices (including drainage systems, sumps and traps, and on-site detention) are regularly maintained, to remain effective and in accordance with any positive covenant (if applicable). Reason: To protect sewerage and stormwater systems.
35. Method of Stormwater Drainage The stormwater drainage generated from the development shall be directed to: a) The existing stormwater drainage system. The complete roof guttering system must be operational as soon as the roof is clad. Surface stormwater shall not be directed or cause nuisance to adjoining properties. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
34. Method of Stormwater Drainage The stormwater drainage generated from the development shall be directed to: a) The existing stormwater drainage system. The complete roof guttering system must be operational as soon as the roof is clad. Surface stormwater shall not be directed or cause nuisance to adjoining properties. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
48. Maintenance of Wastewater and Stormwater Treatment Device During occupation and ongoing use of the building, all wastewater and stormwater treatment devices (including drainage systems, sumps and traps, and on-site detention) are regularly maintained, to remain effective and in accordance with any positive covenant (if applicable). Reason: To protect sewerage and stormwater systems.
38. Method of Stormwater Drainage The runoff from the proposed impervious areas shall be collected and drained to the existing drainage system. The complete roof guttering system must be operational as soon as the roof is clad. Surface stormwater shall not be directed or cause nuisance to adjoining properties. Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
2. Detailed design plans and hydraulic calculations of any changes to the stormwater drainage system are to be submitted to TfNSW for approval, prior to the commencement of any works. Please send all documentation to development.sydney@transport.nsw.gov.au. A plan checking fee will be payable, and a performance bond may be required before TfNSW approval is issued.
19. Sealing of Site Prior to the issue of an Occupation Certificate, evidence shall be submitted to Fairfield City Council, demonstrating that Lot 9, DP 239868 has been appropriately sealed and constructed in accordance with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017. Reason: To comply with Council’s Stormwater Management Policy 2017.
100. Method of Stormwater Drainage The stormwater drainage generated from the development shall be directed to the drainage easement which requires Local Government Approval (Section 68). Reason: To ensure compliance with Council Stormwater Management Policy.
Snippets shown for reference only. Verify against the original consent on the NSW Planning Portal.
Stormwater conditions in other councils
Lane Cove
139 conditions
Cumberland
136 conditions
Wollongong
116 conditions
Willoughby
101 conditions
Burwood
80 conditions
Ku-ring-gai
78 conditions
Bayside
75 conditions
Georges River
53 conditions
Waverley
50 conditions
Campbelltown
45 conditions
Camden
38 conditions
Newcastle
36 conditions
Sutherland
36 conditions
City of Parramatta
35 conditions
City of Ryde
34 conditions
Hornsby
34 conditions
Strathfield
30 conditions
Randwick
27 conditions
Canterbury-Bankstown
24 conditions
Inner West
24 conditions
Wollondilly
20 conditions
Canada Bay
15 conditions
Mosman
15 conditions
Hawkesbury
13 conditions
Northern Beaches
12 conditions
City of Sydney
10 conditions
North Sydney
8 conditions
Liverpool
7 conditions
Blue Mountains
7 conditions
Lake Macquarie
5 conditions
Woollahra
4 conditions