Stormwater, Drainage and Watercourse Bylaw

The aim of the new bylaw is to manage and protect the health of our water by managing and controlling discharges into the Council managed stormwater and drainage networks.

We are required by law to have this bylaw and to review it regularly. The new bylaw is effectively a revision of the existing bylaw to take into account new legislation and responsibilities.

The main proposed changes are:

• Updates the discharge approvals process to consider risk
• Making the responsibilities of land owners and the Council clearer

We want to hear from you about whether the draft bylaw covers the areas it should or if there are updates you think we should make.

Consultation closes 5pm Thursday 17 April.