{"id":"nsw:epi-2011-0649","name":"Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011","slug":"warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011","collection":"regulation","jurisdiction":"nsw","status":"in_force","isInForce":true,"actNumber":"649 of 2011","makingDate":null,"administeringDepartment":null,"currentVersion":{"id":181468,"registerId":"nsw-nsw:epi-2011-0649-current","compilationNumber":null,"startDate":"2026-04-05","status":"InForce","reasons":null,"registeredAt":null},"sections":[{"sectionNumber":"Part 1","sectionType":"part","heading":"Preliminary","content":"# Part 1 Preliminary\n\nPart 1 Preliminary","sortOrder":0},{"sectionNumber":"1","sectionType":"section","heading":"Name of Plan","content":"#### 1 Name of Plan\n\n1.1 Name of Plan\n\n> This Plan is [Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2011-0649).","sortOrder":1},{"sectionNumber":"Part 2","sectionType":"part","heading":"Permitted or prohibited development","content":"# Part 2 Permitted or prohibited development\n\nPart 2 Permitted or prohibited development","sortOrder":13},{"sectionNumber":"2","sectionType":"section","heading":"Land use zones","content":"#### 2 Land use zones\n\n2.1 Land use zones\n\n> The land use zones under this Plan are as follows—\n> \n> > Rural Zones\n> \n> > RU4 Primary Production Small Lots\n> \n> > Residential Zones\n> \n> > R2 Low Density Residential\n> > \n> > R3 Medium Density Residential\n> \n> > Employment Zones\n> \n> > E1 Local Centre\n> > \n> > E2 Commercial Centre\n> > \n> > E3 Productivity Support\n> > \n> > E4 General Industrial\n> \n> > Mixed Use Zones\n> \n> > MU1 Mixed Use\n> \n> > Special Purpose Zones\n> \n> > SP1 Special Activities\n> > \n> > SP2 Infrastructure\n> > \n> > SP4 Enterprise\n> \n> > Recreation Zones\n> \n> > RE1 Public Recreation\n> > \n> > RE2 Private Recreation\n> \n> > Conservation Zones\n> \n> > C1 National Parks and Nature Reserves\n> > \n> > C2 Environmental Conservation\n> > \n> > C3 Environmental Management\n> > \n> > C4 Environmental Living\n> \n> > Waterway Zones\n> \n> > W1 Natural Waterways\n> \n> **cl 2.1:** Am 2022 (831), Sch 1.26\\[1\\] \\[2\\].","sortOrder":14},{"sectionNumber":"pt","sectionType":"part","heading":"Land Use Table","content":"# pt Land Use Table\n\nLand Use Table\n\nNote—\n\nState environmental planning policies, including the following, may be relevant to development on land to which this Plan applies—\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0714)\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0732), Chapter 2—relating to infrastructure facilities, including air transport, correction, education, electricity generating works and solar energy systems, health services, ports, railways, roads, waste management and water supply systems\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Resources and Energy) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0731), Chapter 2\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Resilience and Hazards) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0730), Chapter 3\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Industry and Employment) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0723), Chapter 3\n\n> [State Environmental Planning Policy (Primary Production) 2021](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2021-0729), Chapter 2\n\n**Land Use tbl:** Am 2014 (39), Sch 1 \\[1\\] \\[2\\]; 2014 (219), cl 4; 2016 (167), Sch 1 \\[3\\]; 2016 (228), Sch 1 \\[1\\] \\[2\\]; 2017 (493), Sch 1.1 \\[1\\] \\[2\\]; 2019 (137), Sch 6 \\[1\\]; 2019 (621), Sch 3; 2022 (831), Sch 1.26\\[3\\] \\[4\\]; 2023 (458), Sch 2.83; 2023 (539), Sch 1.2.\n\nZone RU4 Primary Production Small Lots\n\nZone R2 Low Density Residential\n\nZone R3 Medium Density Residential\n\nZone E1 Local Centre\n\nZone E2 Commercial Centre\n\nZone E3 Productivity Support\n\nZone E4 General Industrial\n\nZone MU1 Mixed Use\n\nZone SP1 Special Activities\n\nZone SP2 Infrastructure\n\nZone SP4 Enterprise\n\nZone RE1 Public Recreation\n\nZone RE2 Private Recreation\n\nZone C1 National Parks and Nature Reserves\n\nZone C2 Environmental Conservation\n\nZone C3 Environmental Management\n\nZone C4 Environmental Living\n\nZone W1 Natural Waterways","sortOrder":30},{"sectionNumber":"3","sectionType":"section","heading":"Permitted with consent","content":"#### 3 Permitted with consent\n\n3 Permitted with consent\n\n> Agritourism; Animal boarding or training establishments; Aquaculture; Bed and breakfast accommodation; Building identification signs; Business identification signs; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Dwelling houses; Environmental protection works; Extensive agriculture; Farm buildings; Home businesses; Home industries; Intensive plant agriculture; Landscaping material supplies; Plant nurseries; Recreation areas; Respite day care centres; Roads; Roadside stalls; Rural supplies; Veterinary hospitals","sortOrder":33},{"sectionNumber":"4","sectionType":"section","heading":"Prohibited","content":"#### 4 Prohibited\n\n4 Prohibited\n\n> Any development not specified in item 2 or 3","sortOrder":34},{"sectionNumber":"Part 3","sectionType":"part","heading":"Exempt and complying development","content":"# Part 3 Exempt and complying development\n\nPart 3 Exempt and complying development","sortOrder":103},{"sectionNumber":"Part 4","sectionType":"part","heading":"Principal development standards","content":"# Part 4 Principal development standards\n\nPart 4 Principal development standards","sortOrder":107},{"sectionNumber":"Part 5","sectionType":"part","heading":"Miscellaneous provisions","content":"# Part 5 Miscellaneous provisions\n\nPart 5 Miscellaneous provisions","sortOrder":118},{"sectionNumber":"5","sectionType":"section","heading":"Relevant acquisition authority","content":"#### 5 Relevant acquisition authority\n\n5.1 Relevant acquisition authority\n\n> > (1) The objective of this clause is to identify, for the purposes of section 3.15 of the Act, the authority of the State that will be the relevant authority to acquire land reserved for certain public purposes if the land is required to be acquired under Division 3 of Part 2 of the [Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1991-022) (the owner-initiated acquisition provisions).\n> > \n> > Note.\n> > \n> > If the landholder will suffer hardship if there is any delay in the land being acquired by the relevant authority, section 23 of the [Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1991-022) requires the authority to acquire the land.\n> \n> > (2) The authority of the State that will be the relevant authority to acquire land, if the land is required to be acquired under the owner-initiated acquisition provisions, is the authority of the State specified below in relation to the land shown on the [Land Reservation Acquisition Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) (or, if an authority of the State is not specified in relation to land required to be so acquired, the authority designated or determined under those provisions).\n> > \n> > | Type of land shown on Map | Authority of the State |\n> > | Zone RE1 Public Recreation and marked “Local open space” | Council |\n> > | Zone RE1 Public Recreation and marked “Regional open space” | The corporation constituted under section 2.5 of the Act |\n> > | Zone SP2 Infrastructure and marked “Classified road” | Transport for NSW |\n> > | Zone C1 National Parks and Nature Reserves and marked “National Park” | Minister administering the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 |\n> > | Zone R2 Low Density Residential and marked “Local road” | Council |\n> \n> > (3) Development on land acquired by an authority of the State under the owner-initiated acquisition provisions may, before it is used for the purpose for which it is reserved, be carried out, with development consent, for any purpose.\n> \n> Note.\n> \n> If land, other than land specified in the Table to subclause (2), is required to be acquired under the owner-initiated acquisition provisions, the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure is required to take action to enable the designation of the acquiring authority under this clause. Pending the designation of the acquiring authority for that land, the acquiring authority is to be the authority determined by order of the Minister for Planning and Infrastructure (see section 21 of the [Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1991-022)).\n> \n> **cl 5.1:** Am 2021 (779), Sch 1\\[4\\].","sortOrder":119},{"sectionNumber":"Part 6","sectionType":"part","heading":"Additional local provisions","content":"# Part 6 Additional local provisions\n\nPart 6 Additional local provisions","sortOrder":146},{"sectionNumber":"6","sectionType":"section","heading":"Acid sulfate soils","content":"#### 6 Acid sulfate soils\n\n6.1 Acid sulfate soils\n\n> > (1) The objective of this clause is to ensure that development does not disturb, expose or drain acid sulfate soils and cause environmental damage.\n> \n> > (2) Development consent is required for the carrying out of works described in the Table to this subclause on land shown on the [Acid Sulfate Soils Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as being of the class specified for those works.\n> > \n> > | Class of land | Works |\n> > | 1 | Any works. |\n> > | 2 | Works below the natural ground surface.Works by which the watertable is likely to be lowered. |\n> > | 3 | Works more than 1 metre below the natural ground surface.Works by which the watertable is likely to be lowered more than 1 metre below the natural ground surface. |\n> > | 4 | Works more than 2 metres below the natural ground surface.Works by which the watertable is likely to be lowered more than 2 metres below the natural ground surface. |\n> > | 5 | Works within 500 metres of adjacent Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 land that is below 5 metres Australian Height Datum and by which the watertable is likely to be lowered below 1 metre Australian Height Datum on adjacent Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 land. |\n> \n> > (3) Development consent must not be granted under this clause for the carrying out of works unless an acid sulfate soils management plan has been prepared for the proposed works in accordance with the Acid Sulfate Soils Manual and has been provided to the consent authority.\n> \n> > (4) Despite subclause (2), development consent is not required under this clause for the carrying out of works if—\n> > \n> > > (a) a preliminary assessment of the proposed works prepared in accordance with the Acid Sulfate Soils Manual indicates that an acid sulfate soils management plan is not required for the works, and\n> > \n> > > (b) the preliminary assessment has been provided to the consent authority and the consent authority has confirmed the assessment by notice in writing to the person proposing to carry out the works.\n> \n> > (5) Despite subclause (2), development consent is not required under this clause for the carrying out of any of the following works by a public authority (including ancillary work such as excavation, construction of access ways or the supply of power)—\n> > \n> > > (a) emergency work, being the repair or replacement of the works of the public authority required to be carried out urgently because the works have been damaged, have ceased to function or pose a risk to the environment or to public health and safety,\n> > \n> > > (b) routine maintenance work, being the periodic inspection, cleaning, repair or replacement of the works of the public authority (other than work that involves the disturbance of more than 1 tonne of soil),\n> > \n> > > (c) minor work, being work that costs less than $20,000 (other than drainage work).\n> \n> > (6) Despite subclause (2), development consent is not required under this clause to carry out any works if—\n> > \n> > > (a) the works involve the disturbance of less than 1 tonne of soil, and\n> > \n> > > (b) the works are not likely to lower the watertable.\n> \n> **cl 6.1:** Am 2014 (39), Sch 1 \\[3\\].","sortOrder":147},{"sectionNumber":"Part 7","sectionType":"part","heading":"Dee Why Town Centre","content":"# Part 7 Dee Why Town Centre\n\nPart 7 Dee Why Town Centre","sortOrder":160},{"sectionNumber":"7","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions","content":"#### 7 Definitions\n\n7.1 Definitions\n\n> In this Part—\n> \n> Dee Why Town Centre means the land shown on the [Centres Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as the Dee Why Town Centre.\n> \n> Proposed New Road means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as the Proposed New Road.\n> \n> Site A means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site A.\n> \n> Site B means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site B.\n> \n> Site C means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site C.\n> \n> Site D means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site D.\n> \n> Site E means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site E.\n> \n> Town Square means the land shown on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as the Town Square.\n> \n> **cl 7.1:** Am 2020 (74), Sch 1\\[4\\] \\[5\\].","sortOrder":161},{"sectionNumber":"Part 8","sectionType":"part","heading":"Frenchs Forest Precinct","content":"# Part 8 Frenchs Forest Precinct\n\nPart 8 Frenchs Forest Precinct\n\n**pt 8:** Ins 2021 (779), Sch 1\\[6\\].","sortOrder":176},{"sectionNumber":"8","sectionType":"section","heading":"Definitions","content":"#### 8 Definitions\n\n8.1 Definitions\n\n> In this Part—\n> \n> Frenchs Forest Precinct means the land identified on the [Precincts Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as the Frenchs Forest Precinct.\n> \n> Site F means the land identified on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site F.\n> \n> Site G means the land identified on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site G.\n> \n> Site H means the land identified on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site H.\n> \n> Site I means the land identified on the [Key Sites Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) as Site I.\n> \n> **cl 8.1:** Ins 2021 (779), Sch 1\\[6\\].","sortOrder":177},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 1","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Additional permitted uses","content":"# Schedule 1 Additional permitted uses\n\nSchedule 1 Additional permitted uses\n\n(Clause 2.5)\n\n**sch 1:** Am 2014 (39), Sch 1 \\[4\\]–\\[23\\]; 2014 (309), cl 5; 2016 (253), cl 5; 2016 (617), Sch 1 \\[2\\]; 2018 (349), cl 5; 2018 (488), Sch 1.2; 2019 No 1, Sch 2.33; 2021 (779), Sch 1\\[7\\]; 2022 (287), Sch 1\\[4\\]; 2022 (831), Sch 1.26\\[17\\]–\\[19\\]; 2024 (428), Sch 1.","sortOrder":188},{"sectionNumber":"9","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Dee Why","content":"#### 9 Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Dee Why\n\n9 Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Dee Why\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at Pittwater Road, Dee Why, being Lot 1, DP 706230, shown as “Area 9” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of recreation facilities (indoor) (provided that the facility operates in conjunction with a registered club) and registered clubs is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":197},{"sectionNumber":"10","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Melwood Avenue, Forestville","content":"#### 10 Use of certain land at Melwood Avenue, Forestville\n\n10 Use of certain land at Melwood Avenue, Forestville\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at Melwood Avenue, Forestville, being Lot 2589, DP 752038 and Lot 31, DP 366454, shown as “Area 10” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of registered clubs is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":198},{"sectionNumber":"11","sectionType":"section","heading":null,"content":"#### 11\n\n11 (Repealed)","sortOrder":199},{"sectionNumber":"12","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 39 Frenchs Forest Road East, Frenchs Forest","content":"#### 12 Use of certain land at 39 Frenchs Forest Road East, Frenchs Forest\n\n12 Use of certain land at 39 Frenchs Forest Road East, Frenchs Forest\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 39 Frenchs Forest Road East, Frenchs Forest, being Lot X, DP 405206, shown as “Area 12” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of pubs is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":200},{"sectionNumber":"13","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Lumsdaine Drive, Freshwater","content":"#### 13 Use of certain land at Lumsdaine Drive, Freshwater\n\n13 Use of certain land at Lumsdaine Drive, Freshwater\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at Lumsdaine Drive, Freshwater, being Lot 100, DP 1136132 and Lot 2, DP 579837, shown as “Area 13” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of recreation facilities (indoor), recreation facilities (outdoor) (but only if the facility, whether indoor or outdoor, operates in conjunction with a registered club) and registered clubs is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":201},{"sectionNumber":"14","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 29 Moore Road, Freshwater","content":"#### 14 Use of certain land at 29 Moore Road, Freshwater\n\n14 Use of certain land at 29 Moore Road, Freshwater\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 29 Moore Road, Freshwater, being Lots 1–5, Section 1, DP 7022 and Lot 13, Section 1, DP 7022, shown as “Area 14” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of pubs is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":202},{"sectionNumber":"15","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 80 Undercliff Road, Freshwater","content":"#### 15 Use of certain land at 80 Undercliff Road, Freshwater\n\n15 Use of certain land at 80 Undercliff Road, Freshwater\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 80 Undercliff Road, Freshwater, being Lot B, DP 329073, shown as “Area 15” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of restaurants or cafes is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":203},{"sectionNumber":"16","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 1260 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen","content":"#### 16 Use of certain land at 1260 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen\n\n16 Use of certain land at 1260 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 1260 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen, being Lots 1 and 2, DP 1094308, shown as “Area 16” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of hotel or motel accommodation is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":204},{"sectionNumber":"17","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 2 Aumuna Road, Terrey Hills","content":"#### 17 Use of certain land at 2 Aumuna Road, Terrey Hills\n\n17 Use of certain land at 2 Aumuna Road, Terrey Hills\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 2 Aumuna Road, Terrey Hills, being Lot 6, DP 739456, shown as “Area 17” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of educational establishments, garden centres, hospitals, hotel or motel accommodation, places of public worship, pubs, recreation areas, recreation facilities (indoor), recreation facilities (outdoor), registered clubs and restaurants or cafes is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":205},{"sectionNumber":"18","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land in the vicinity of Mona Vale and Myoora Roads, Terrey Hills","content":"#### 18 Use of certain land in the vicinity of Mona Vale and Myoora Roads, Terrey Hills\n\n18 Use of certain land in the vicinity of Mona Vale and Myoora Roads, Terrey Hills\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land in the vicinity of Mona Vale and Myoora Roads, Terrey Hills, shown as “Area 18” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of educational establishments, garden centres, hospitals, hotel or motel accommodation, places of public worship, recreation areas, recreation facilities (indoor), recreation facilities (outdoor), registered clubs and restaurants or cafes is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":206},{"sectionNumber":"19","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land in Zone RE1","content":"#### 19 Use of certain land in Zone RE1\n\n19 Use of certain land in Zone RE1\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to the following land—\n> > \n> > > (a) Lot 1, DP 1144187, Collaroy, identified as “Area 19A” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011), known as Long Reef Golf Club,\n> > \n> > > (b) part of Lot 2743, DP 752038, Manly Vale, identified as “Area 19B” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011), known as Manly Vale Bowling Club,\n> > \n> > > (c) Lot 2730, DP 752038, North Balgowlah, identified as “Area 19C” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011), known as Wakehurst Golf Club,\n> > \n> > > (d) part of Lot 2743, DP 752038, North Manly, identified as “Area 19D” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011), known as North Manly Bowling Club,\n> > \n> > > (e) part of Lot 2742, DP 752038, North Manly, identified as “Area 19E” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011), known as Warringah Recreation Centre.\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of registered clubs is permitted with development consent if the registered club is incidental or ancillary to a recreation facility (indoor), recreation facility (major) or recreation facility (outdoor).","sortOrder":207},{"sectionNumber":"20","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Bundaleer Street, Belrose","content":"#### 20 Use of certain land at Bundaleer Street, Belrose\n\n20 Use of certain land at Bundaleer Street, Belrose\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at Bundaleer Street, Belrose, being Lot 2, DP 1144741, shown as “Area 20” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of recreation facilities (outdoor) is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":208},{"sectionNumber":"21","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 184 Wyndora Avenue, Freshwater","content":"#### 21 Use of certain land at 184 Wyndora Avenue, Freshwater\n\n21 Use of certain land at 184 Wyndora Avenue, Freshwater\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 184 Wyndora Avenue, Freshwater, being Lots 1, 2, 33, 34 and 35, DP 7912, shown as “Area 21” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Subdivision of the land and development for the purposes of attached dwellings is permitted with consent.\n> \n> > (3) Development consent may only be granted under this clause to a single development application that provides for—\n> > \n> > > (a) the subdivision of the land to create not more than 14 lots, and\n> > \n> > > (b) the erection of not more than 14 attached dwellings.\n> \n> > (4) Consent must not be granted under this clause to development for the purposes of an attached dwelling unless the consent authority is satisfied that the proposed development includes a single basement car park providing parking spaces for each of the dwellings erected on the land to which this clause applies.","sortOrder":209},{"sectionNumber":"22","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 632 and 634 Warringah Road, Forestville","content":"#### 22 Use of certain land at 632 and 634 Warringah Road, Forestville\n\n22 Use of certain land at 632 and 634 Warringah Road, Forestville\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 632 and 634 Warringah Road, Forestville, being Lots 9 and 8, DP 25052, shown as “Area 22” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of—\n> > \n> > > (a) a service station, and\n> > \n> > > (b) a neighbourhood shop (with a retail floor area not exceeding 240m2),\n> > \n> > is permitted with consent if the land is used for both purposes, concurrently.","sortOrder":210},{"sectionNumber":"23","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at 729–731 Pittwater Road, Dee Why","content":"#### 23 Use of certain land at 729–731 Pittwater Road, Dee Why\n\n23 Use of certain land at 729–731 Pittwater Road, Dee Why\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to land at 729–731 Pittwater Road, Dee Why, being Lot CP, SP 13436, shown as “Area 23” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of medical centres and office premises is permitted with consent.","sortOrder":211},{"sectionNumber":"24","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Frenchs Forest Road West, Frenchs Forest","content":"#### 24 Use of certain land at Frenchs Forest Road West, Frenchs Forest\n\n24 Use of certain land at Frenchs Forest Road West, Frenchs Forest\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to certain land at Frenchs Forest Road West, Frenchs Forest, shown as “Area 24” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the following purposes is permitted with development consent—\n> > \n> > > (a) business premises,\n> > \n> > > (b) health consulting rooms that are located at ground floor level,\n> > \n> > > (c) health services facilities that are community health services facilities,\n> > \n> > > (d) medical centres,\n> > \n> > > (e) office premises,\n> > \n> > > (f) shop top housing.","sortOrder":212},{"sectionNumber":"25","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Karingal Crescent, Frenchs Forest","content":"#### 25 Use of certain land at Karingal Crescent, Frenchs Forest\n\n25 Use of certain land at Karingal Crescent, Frenchs Forest\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to certain land at Karingal Crescent, Frenchs Forest, shown as “Area 25” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011).\n> \n> > (2) Development for the following purposes is permitted with development consent—\n> > \n> > > (a) attached dwellings,\n> > \n> > > (b) dual occupancies (attached),\n> > \n> > > (c) semi-detached dwellings.\n> \n> > (3) The subdivision of land may result in a lot with a size of not less than 225 square metres if—\n> > \n> > > (a) the development involving the subdivision is for the purposes of semi-detached dwellings or attached dwellings, and\n> > \n> > > (b) a single development application is submitted for the proposed subdivision and proposed land use.","sortOrder":213},{"sectionNumber":"26","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Narrabeen","content":"#### 26 Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Narrabeen\n\n26 Use of certain land at Pittwater Road, Narrabeen\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to the following land—\n> > \n> > > (a) Lot 100, DP 773884, 1298 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen,\n> > \n> > > (b) Lot 1, DP 615179, 1300 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen.\n> \n> > (2) Development for the following purposes is permitted with development consent—\n> > \n> > > (a) commercial premises,\n> > \n> > > (b) medical centres,\n> > \n> > > (c) shop top housing.\n> \n> > (3) Development consent must not be granted under subclause (2)(a) or (b) if the development would result in more than 1,150m2 of the gross floor area of all buildings on the land to which this clause applies being used for the purposes specified in subclause (2)(a) and (b).","sortOrder":214},{"sectionNumber":"27","sectionType":"section","heading":"Use of certain land at Dee Why","content":"#### 27 Use of certain land at Dee Why\n\n27 Use of certain land at Dee Why\n\n> > (1) This clause applies to the following land at Dee Why, shown as “Area 27” on the [Additional Permitted Uses Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011)—\n> > \n> > > (a) Part Lot 11, DP 577062, 23 Fisher Road,\n> > \n> > > (b) Lot CP, SP 81758, 25 Fisher Road,\n> > \n> > > (c) Lot CP, SP 1902, 2 Kingsway,\n> > \n> > > (d) Lot CP, SP 88379, 4–16 Kingsway,\n> > \n> > > (e) Lot CP, SP 4066, 18 Kingsway,\n> > \n> > > (f) Lot CP, SP 75040, 20–34 Kingsway.\n> \n> > (2) Development for the purposes of residential flat buildings in permitted with development consent.","sortOrder":215},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 2","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Exempt development","content":"# Schedule 2 Exempt development\n\nSchedule 2 Exempt development\n\n(Clause 3.1)\n\nNote 1.\n\n[State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2008-0572) specifies exempt development under that Policy. The Policy has State-wide application. This Schedule contains additional exempt development not specified in that Policy.\n\nNote 2.\n\nExempt development may be carried out without the need for development consent under the Act. Such development is not exempt from any approval, licence, permit or authority that is required under any other Act and adjoining owners’ property rights and the common law still apply.\n\n**sch 2:** Am 2017 (325), Sch 1 \\[2\\]; 2019 (621), Sch 2.41.","sortOrder":216},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-sec","sectionType":"section","heading":"Display of goods on footpath","content":"#### sch.2-sec Display of goods on footpath\n\nDisplay of goods on footpath\n\n> > (1) The display must be associated with a lawfully established business.\n> \n> > (2) The display must be on the part of the footpath that is adjacent to that business.\n> \n> > (3) The goods displayed must be small-scale goods, such as chemist bargains bins or clothes racks.\n> \n> > (4) The display must be authorised under Division 3 of Part 9 of the [Roads Act 1993](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1993-033).","sortOrder":217},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-sec-oc.2","sectionType":"section","heading":"Outdoor areas of community land used for commercial purposes","content":"#### sch.2-sec-oc.2 Outdoor areas of community land used for commercial purposes\n\nOutdoor areas of community land used for commercial purposes\n\n> Must be authorised under Division 2 of Part 2 of Chapter 6 of the [Local Government Act 1993](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1993-030).","sortOrder":218},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-sec-oc.3","sectionType":"section","heading":"Outdoor eating areas (associated with an approved restaurant)","content":"#### sch.2-sec-oc.3 Outdoor eating areas (associated with an approved restaurant)\n\nOutdoor eating areas (associated with an approved restaurant)\n\n> > (1) If on a footpath—must be approved under section 125 of the [Roads Act 1993](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1993-033).\n> \n> > (2) If on community land—must be authorised under Division 2 of Part 2 of Chapter 6 of the [Local Government Act 1993](/view/html/inforce/current/act-1993-030).\n> \n> > (3) (Repealed)","sortOrder":219},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-sec-oc.4","sectionType":"section","heading":"Private electricity service poles","content":"#### sch.2-sec-oc.4 Private electricity service poles\n\nPrivate electricity service poles\n\n> Must comply with the specifications for electricity distributors in the Service and Installation Rules of New South Wales published by the NSW Government.","sortOrder":220},{"sectionNumber":"sch.2-sec-oc.5","sectionType":"section","heading":"Signage on motor vehicles","content":"#### sch.2-sec-oc.5 Signage on motor vehicles\n\nSignage on motor vehicles\n\n> Vehicle must be able to be driven with the sign displayed and the vehicle must be principally for the conveyance of passengers or goods (or both).","sortOrder":221},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 3","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Complying development","content":"# Schedule 3 Complying development\n\nSchedule 3 Complying development\n\n(Clause 3.2)\n\nNote.\n\n[State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2008-0572) specifies complying development and the complying development conditions for that development under that Policy. The Policy has State-wide application. This Schedule contains additional complying development not specified in that Policy.\n\n**sch 3:** Am 2020 (501), Sch 2.10.","sortOrder":222},{"sectionNumber":"sch.3-sec","sectionType":"section","heading":"Construction of garages and outbuildings associated with residential flat buildings","content":"#### sch.3-sec Construction of garages and outbuildings associated with residential flat buildings\n\nConstruction of garages and outbuildings associated with residential flat buildings\n\n> > (1) General Must be wholly located in Zone R3 Medium Density Residential.\n> \n> > (2) Setback and siting\n> > \n> > > (a) All parts of the building must be setback at least 6.5m from the front boundary.\n> > \n> > > (b) All parts of the building must be setback at least 6m from the rear boundary.\n> > \n> > > (c) All parts of the building must be setback at least 4.5m from each side boundary.\n> \n> > (3) Design, finishes and streetscape\n> > \n> > > (a) Front fence must not be higher than 1.2m above ground level (existing).\n> > \n> > > (b) If facing a public road, the combined width of all garages facing the road must not be more than 6m or 50% of the frontage of the lot at the building line, whichever is the greater.\n> \n> > (4) Access, parking and traffic\n> > \n> > > (a) Only one driveway footpath crossing per lot.\n> > \n> > > (b) The finished level of the driveway must not be higher than 0.25m above ground level (existing).\n> > \n> > > (c) The driveway must be at least 0.5m from each side boundary.\n> > \n> > > (d) The entry point of a driveway must be at least 6m from each road intersection.\n> \n> > (5) Stormwater\n> > \n> > > (a) Stormwater must flow to an existing approved drainage system.\n> > \n> > > (b) The total existing and proposed roofed areas, paved surfaces and hardstand areas after the development has been completed must be less than the greater of the following areas—\n> > > \n> > > > (i) 35% of the total lot area,\n> > > \n> > > > (ii) 50m2.\n> \n> > (6) Landscaping and open space\n> > \n> > > (a) (Repealed)\n> > \n> > > (b) At least 50% of the lot must be landscaped open space at ground level (finished) with a minimum soil depth of 1m.\n> > \n> > > (c) In paragraph (b), landscaped open space includes the water surface of a swimming pool and naturally occurring impervious surfaces such as rock outcrops, but does not include driveways, paved areas, roofed areas, tennis courts, car parking, stormwater structures, decks and the like with a width or length of less than 2m.","sortOrder":224},{"sectionNumber":"sch.3-pt.2-div","sectionType":"division","heading":null,"content":"## sch.3-pt.2-div","sortOrder":226},{"sectionNumber":"sch.3-sec-oc.2","sectionType":"section","heading":"General conditions","content":"#### sch.3-sec-oc.2 General conditions\n\nGeneral conditions\n\n> Any development specified in Part 1 is subject to the same conditions set out in Schedule 6 to [State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2008-0572).","sortOrder":227},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 4","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Classification and reclassification of public land","content":"# Schedule 4 Classification and reclassification of public land\n\nSchedule 4 Classification and reclassification of public land\n\n(Clause 5.2)\n\n**sch 4:** Am 2013 (549), Sch 1 \\[1\\] \\[2\\]; 2017 (48), cl 5; 2018 (485), cl 4; 2020 (547), cl 5; 2025 (406), Sch 1.","sortOrder":228},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 5","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Environmental heritage","content":"# Schedule 5 Environmental heritage\n\nSchedule 5 Environmental heritage\n\n(Clause 5.10)\n\n**sch 5:** Subst 2014 (308), Sch 1.","sortOrder":232},{"sectionNumber":"Schedule 6","sectionType":"schedule","heading":"Pond-based and tank-based aquaculture","content":"# Schedule 6 Pond-based and tank-based aquaculture\n\nSchedule 6 Pond-based and tank-based aquaculture\n\n(Clause 5.19)","sortOrder":236},{"sectionNumber":"Division 1","sectionType":"division","heading":"Site location requirements","content":"## Division 1 Site location requirements\n\nDivision 1 Site location requirements","sortOrder":238},{"sectionNumber":"Division 2","sectionType":"division","heading":"Operational requirements","content":"## Division 2 Operational requirements\n\nDivision 2 Operational requirements","sortOrder":240},{"sectionNumber":"sch.6-oc.2-ssch.6.1-sec","sectionType":"section","heading":"Clause 1.6 Interpretation—references to land use zones","content":"#### sch.6-oc.2-ssch.6.1-sec Clause 1.6 Interpretation—references to land use zones\n\nClause 1.6 Interpretation—references to land use zones\n\n> Omit clause 1.6 (1A). Insert instead—\n> \n> > > (1A) Land identified as “Deferred matter” on the [Land Application Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) within the meaning of [Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2011-0649) is, for the purposes of this Policy, taken to be in Zone E3 Environmental Management.","sortOrder":255},{"sectionNumber":"sch.6-oc.2-ssch.6.3-sec","sectionType":"section","heading":"Clause 2 Where does this plan apply?","content":"#### sch.6-oc.2-ssch.6.3-sec Clause 2 Where does this plan apply?\n\nClause 2 Where does this plan apply?\n\n> Insert at the end of the clause—\n> \n> > Note.\n> > \n> > On the commencement of clause 1.8 of [Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011](/view/html/inforce/current/epi-2011-0649), this plan ceases to apply to land to which that plan applies. However, this plan will continue to apply to land identified as “Deferred matter” on the [Land Application Map](https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/publications/environmental-planning-instruments/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011) under that plan.","sortOrder":259}],"analysis":{"summary":{"complexity_score":7,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"The plan has been amended more than 70 times since its commencement in December 2011, indicating that its scope has evolved considerably from the original instrument. These amendments reflect ongoing rezoning decisions, changes to permissible land uses, height and floor space ratio adjustments, and responses to state government policy shifts — meaning the current plan covers different ground, in different ways, to what was originally enacted."},"complexity_factors":["Over 70 separate amendments since 2011, meaning the current rules differ substantially from the original and tracing legislative history is difficult","Operates within a layered planning hierarchy — must be read alongside the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, State Environmental Planning Policies (SEPPs), and council development control plans","Standard instrument format incorporates defined land use zones, permissibility tables, and specific local provisions that require cross-referencing multiple maps and schedules","Applies to a geographically diverse area with different zones (residential, commercial, industrial, environmental protection, etc.) each carrying different rules","Frequent amendments create version-control complexity — the applicable rules depend on when a development application was lodged","Council amalgamation (Warringah merged into Northern Beaches Council in 2016) adds administrative complexity around which authority administers the plan"],"plain_english_summary":"The Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011 is the zoning rulebook for the former Warringah Council area on Sydney’s Northern Beaches: it sets what land can be used for, what can be built, size limits and the approvals required. \n\nIt affects property owners, residents, developers, businesses and council planners because it determines whether projects get approval — non‑compliance can lead to refusals or enforcement. The plan follows the NSW standard instrument, has been amended 70+ times, and its current version has been in force since 31 October 2025."},"flash_summary_failed":{"failed":true,"reason":"Unauthenticated. Configure AI_GATEWAY_API_KEY or use a provider module. Learn more: https://ai-sdk.dev/unauthenticated-ai-gateway","source":"analysis-cron"},"issue_detection":{"absurdities":[],"contradictions":[]},"flash_summary":{"complexity_score":8,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"The Plan replaces prior Warringah local environmental plans for the lands shown on its Land Application Map and therefore changes regulatory coverage and consent triggers (cl 1.8; cl 1.3). It also creates transitional rules preserving assessment under older instruments for certain pending applications (cl 1.8A), and introduces new mapped hazard, environmental and heritage controls (flooding cl 5.21–5.22; public bushland cl 5.23; acid sulfate soils cl 6.1; coastline hazards cl 6.5; heritage Parts 2–3; aquaculture Schedule 6). The suspension of private covenants (cl 1.9A) further alters who can limit development, subject to enumerated exceptions."},"complexity_factors":["Extensive map‑based application and repeal of prior instruments (cl 1.3; cl 1.7; cl 1.8) — requires accurate GIS/mapping compliance and transitions existing regulatory coverage.","Savings and transitional rules for pending development applications that preserve older assessment rules in specified cases (cl 1.8A) — creates parallel assessment regimes.","Suspension of private covenants and agreements to the extent they impede development, but with detailed exceptions protecting certain public/heritage/environmental instruments (cl 1.9A) — legal interaction complexity and scope for dispute.","Integration with multiple external technical guidelines and manuals (flood guidelines, Flood Risk Management Manual, Acid Sulfate Soils Manual, NSW Coastal Planning Guidelines) referenced throughout (cl 5.21(4)–(5); cl 5.22(5); cl 6.1(3); cl 6.5(5)) — requires technical evidence and specialist reports.","Granular, hazard‑based consent tests for flooding and probable maximum flood zones with life‑safety and evacuation capacity conditions (cl 5.21; cl 5.22) — high evidentiary and design standards for applicants.","Detailed public bushland disturbance regime with strict preconditions, permitted exemptions tied to Council plans of management, and exclusions for certain land categories (cl 5.23(2)–(5), (8)) — procedural and management obligations.","Acid sulfate soils consent triggers based on mapped classes and specific depth/watertable thresholds, plus mandatory management plans and narrow minor‑works exemptions (cl 6.1(2)–(6)) — technical survey and management burdens.","Multiple environment/terrain controls (earthworks, landslip, coastline hazards, subdivision limits, dwelling density limits) each with bespoke consent criteria and localised map areas (cl 6.2; cl 6.4; cl 6.5; cl 6.6; cl 6.8) — site‑specific complexity.","Comprehensive heritage schedules (individual items, conservation areas, archaeological items in Parts 2–3) requiring upkeep and affecting permitted development — creates discrete constraints across many properties (Parts 2–3).","Sector‑specific operational rules for aquaculture (Schedule 6) including exclusion zones, species selection tied to industry plans, pond design and discharge controls — combines environmental and operational compliance obligations."],"plain_english_summary":"This Plan sets the development rules for land shown on its maps in the Warringah area, replacing earlier local environmental plans and making Council the consent authority. It adds detailed consent triggers, exemptions and technical requirements dealing with floods, coastal hazards, bushland protection, acid sulfate soils, landslip, heritage listings and aquaculture. It matters to landowners, developers, public authorities and residents because it changes who decides applications, what works need consent or management plans, and what compliance costs and safety measures are required."},"kimi_summary":{"_metrics":{"completionTokens":859},"content_quality":"ok","complexity_score":8,"scope_assessment":{"changed":true,"description":"The legislation has grown significantly beyond its original 2011 scope. The original plan has been amended multiple times to add: (1) the Frenchs Forest Precinct provisions (Part 8, inserted 2021) — a major new strategic centre not in the original plan; (2) affordable housing contribution requirements (2021); (3) detailed Dee Why Town Centre design controls that have expanded with additional sites and modified height/FSR provisions; (4) dual occupancy controls in R2 zones (2025); (5) updated flood planning provisions (2023); and (6) public bushland protection clause (2022). The plan now actively shapes major urban renewal projects rather than simply regulating existing development patterns."},"complexity_factors":["Multiple overlapping zone categories (17 different zones) with detailed permitted/prohibited use tables","Extensive cross-referencing to maps (Height of Buildings Map, Floor Space Ratio Map, Lot Size Map, Heritage Map, etc.) that aren't included in the text","Detailed site-specific provisions for Dee Why Town Centre (Part 7) and Frenchs Forest Precinct (Part 8) with precise measurements, angles, and sunlight requirements","Nested exceptions and savings provisions (clauses 1.8A, 4.6) with multiple sub-exceptions","Heritage provisions with multiple approval triggers and notification requirements to Heritage Council","Flood planning clauses referencing external documents (Flood Risk Management Manual, Considering Flooding in Land Use Planning Guideline)","Acid sulfate soils classification system with 5 classes and conditional exemptions","Schedule 1 contains 27 site-specific additional permitted uses with individual conditions","Aquaculture provisions with separate requirements for pond-based, tank-based, oyster, and extensive aquaculture","Affordable housing contribution scheme with calculation formulas and land dedication options","BASIX-related provisions for energy and water efficiency bonuses","Multiple amendment notes showing evolution since 2011 (references to 2025 amendments)","Definitions deferred to a Dictionary not included in the provided text"],"plain_english_summary":"This is the **Warringah Local Environmental Plan 2011**, a planning rulebook that controls what can be built and how land can be used across the Northern Beaches area of Sydney (specifically the former Warringah Council area).\n\n**What it does:**\n\n- **Zones land** into categories like residential (low and medium density), commercial centres, industrial areas, conservation zones, and public recreation areas. Each zone has rules about what developments are allowed, need approval, or are banned.\n\n- **Sets development standards** including minimum lot sizes for subdivisions, maximum building heights, and floor space ratios (how much building you can put on a block of land).\n\n- **Protects heritage** by listing heritage items and conservation areas that need special approval to alter or demolish.\n\n- **Manages environmental risks** including flood planning, coastline hazards, landslip risks, acid sulfate soils, and public bushland protection.\n\n- **Creates special rules for key areas** — Part 7 has detailed design requirements for Dee Why Town Centre (including tower heights, podium levels, and a new Town Square), and Part 8 does the same for the Frenchs Forest Precinct.\n\n- **Allows some development without approval** (exempt development like small home businesses) and fast-tracked approval for certain standard projects (complying development).\n\n**Who it affects:**\n\n- Property owners, developers, and businesses wanting to build or change land use in the Warringah area.\n- The local council (now Northern Beaches Council) as the consent authority.\n- Anyone concerned with protecting the area's coastal environment, heritage, and residential character.\n\n**Why it matters:**\n\nThis plan shapes how one of Sydney's most environmentally sensitive coastal areas grows — balancing housing needs, employment growth (especially in Dee Why and Brookvale), environmental protection, and community amenity. It includes specific protections for beaches, lagoons, bushland, and heritage sites while allowing for higher-density development in designated centres."}},"importantCases":[],"_links":{"self":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011","history":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011/history","analysis":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011/analysis","conflicts":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011/conflicts","importantCases":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011/important-cases","documents":"/api/acts/warringah-local-environmental-plan-2011/documents"}}