State Government and Planning
Planning and land use control within Hornsby Shire is influenced by the State Government, including:
Planning NSW govern the State and regional planning legislation. Visit www.planning.nsw.gov.au.
National Parks and Wildlife Service manage legislation for National Parks, Threatened Species and Aboriginal Sites. Visit www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au.
The Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water manage legislation relating to pollution. Visit www.environment.nsw.gov.au.
The Heritage Office guides the protection of Non-Aboriginal heritage. Visit www.heritage.nsw.gov.au.
The Department of Industry and Investment protects aquatic flora and fauna and manages the fishing and oyster industries. Visit www.dpi.nsw.gov.au.
The NSW Rural Fire Service is the peak planning body for development in bushfire prone areas. Visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au.
The RTA is responsible for the maintenance and development of the roads and traffic system of NSW, in conjunction with state and local government agencies. Visit www.rta.nsw.gov.au.