Penalty Notice issued to Richard Crookes Constructions Pty Ltd
(SSD-23330227) Blacktown LGA
On 1 November 2023, NSW Planning issued a $15,000 Penalty Notice to Richard Crookes Constructions Pty Ltd (RCC) for removing eight trees which were identified for retention at the John Palmer Public School development. In addition to the Penalty Notice, RCC are required to provide and maintain advanced replacement trees.
Official Caution issued to Hodgson Quarries and Plant Pty Ltd
(DA267-11-99) The Hills Shire LGA
On 14 November 2023, NSW Planning issued an Official Caution to Hodgson Quarries and Plant Pty Ltd (Hodgson) for not calculating and lodging a rehabilitation and conservation bond by the date required by the conditions of consent. Hodgson has prepared the rehabilitation and calculation bond to the satisfaction of the Secretary and will lodge the final Bond in January 2024. NSW Planning will follow up to ensure it is provided. Rehabilitation and conservation bonds are important to ensure that the government secures the full cost of post-quarrying rehabilitation.
Official Caution issued to Owners of Strata Plan 90189 at 1-7 Australia Ave, Sydney
(MP10_0027) City of Parramatta LGA
On 17 November 2023, NSW Planning issued an Official Caution to the Owners of 1-7 Australia Ave (Strata Plan 90189), Sydney Olympic Park for failing to comply with a Fire Safety Order by not fully implementing a series of interim fire safety measures. The majority of the interim fire safety measures have been implemented and NSW Planning is monitoring compliance with the Order and working with the owners to ensure the implementation of all measures.
Fire Safety Order issued to 23-37 Lindfield Ave, Linfield/11 Havilah Lane, Lindfield
(MP08_0244) Ku-ring-gai LGA
On 27 November 2023, NSW Planning issued Fire Safety Orders to the owners of 23-37 Lindfield Ave, Linfield/11 Havilah Lane, Lindfield to remove identified external wall panels on the building consisting of Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP). ACP is combustible and poses a fire safety risk. The owners are required to replace the identified ACP with a compliant non-combustible product, implement other fire safety measures (including interim) and provide relevant milestone reports.