Principles for Objective one — EnvironmePrinciples for Objective one — Environmental sustainability and open space

Principles for Objective one – Environmental sustainability and open space

a. Urban expansion should be contained so as to minimise impacts on valuable natural and rural areas.

b. A substantial portion of new development must be located within existing urban areas such as town centres and along public transport routes or other strategic sites that allow for efficient use of infrastructure.

c. The natural environment of Canberra and the Territory will be protected and improved by reducing resource consumption and waste, improving water security and quality, energy and food security and improving and protecting soil quality.

d. Ecological communities, threatened flora and fauna species, water catchments and water quality will be protected and supported by sustainable resource management.

e. Development will respect environmental values including water catchments and water quality and ensure resilience to the impacts of climate change.