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The following processes apply:

Dam Permit Approval

Under the Water Management Act 1999, a dam permit is required for all dams unless:

  • a dam is not on a watercourse and holds less than one megalitre of water
  • a dam is constructed for the primary purpose of storing waste as defined in the Water Management Act 1999.

Administration of this process is undertaken by the Department of Primary Industries and Water. To begin the dam assessment process applicants must:

  • complete an application form
  • supply the required information
  • pay the prescribed fee.

A dam permit only allows for the construction of a dam. You may also need to apply to the Department of Primary Industries and Water for a water licence to store and use water within the dam.

Please note that the following information is general in nature and only outlines the basic processes involved.

Major Infrastructure Development Approval

Under the Major Infrastructure Development Approvals Act 1999, a major infrastructure development is defined as a project that wholly or principally comprises the construction of one or more of the following:

  • road
  • railway
  • pipeline
  • powerline within the meaning of the Electricity Supply Industry Act 1995
  • telecommunication cable or link; or such other linear infrastructure as may be prescribed.

A project is declared a major infrastructure project by the Minister who seeks approval from both Houses of Parliament. Assessment and approval of a project is the responsibility of the council(s) affected.

Historic Cultural Heritage Works Application

Under the Historic Cultural Heritage Act 1995, a Historic Cultural Heritage Works Permit must be sought for any works (including development) in relation to a place registered on the Tasmanian Heritage Register or place within a heritage area which may affect the historic cultural heritage significance of the place. An application form must be submitted to the Heritage Council (Department of Environment, Parks, Heritage and the Arts), and this most commonly occurs via the relevant local council as part of a planning application.

A Works Application form must be submitted for works defined as any:

  • development
  • physical intervention, excavation or action which may result in a change to the nature or appearance of the fabric of the place
  • change to the natural or existing condition or topography of land
  • removal, destruction or lopping of trees otherwise than in accordance with forest practices as defined in the Forest Practices Act 1985
  • removal of vegetation or topsoil.

Development is the:

  • construction, exterior alteration or exterior decoration of a building
  • demolition or removal of a building
  • subdivision or consolidation of land , including buildings and airspace
  • placing or relocating of a building
  • construction, or putting up for display, of signs or hoardings.

The Heritage Council may issue an exemption in certain circumstances.