Environmental Law Enforcement in NSW
This factsheet explains the process for enforcing environmental laws in NSW, focusing on circumstances where individuals or groups can bring enforcement action in relation to environmental laws, particularly where the relevant regulatory authority has decided not to take action.
Summary
Key takeaways
This Fact Sheet explains the process for enforcing environmental laws in NSW with a focus on:
- the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (POEO Act)
- the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 (BC Act)
- the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EPA Act).
- the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).
Key actions
Visit the EPA website to obtain further information on:
