Review of
Environmental Factors

• Thorough Background Review:

  Scrutinize all background information to establish a comprehensive understanding.

• Detailed Plan Examination:

  Analyse plans, including survey plans, to gain insights into the proposed works.

• Assessment of Planning Instruments:

  Review environmental planning instruments relevant to the proposal to confirm planning procedures and approval requirements.

• Legislative Compliance Check:

  Examine pertinent environmental legislation, including but not limited to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulation 2021, Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, Heritage Act 1977, National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999, as well as relevant State Environmental Planning Policies and Local Environmental Plans.

• On-Site Inspection:

  Conduct an on-site inspection to gather first hand knowledge.

• Government Agency Consultation::

  Consult with government agencies to identify issues to be addressed in the REF and any approval requirements. Comply with the 21-day response requirement for authorities under the Transport & Infrastructure SEPP.

• Sub-consultant Coordination:

  Seek and approve quotes from sub-consultants within the project budget.

  Engage and manage relevant sub-consultants for specialized studies required for the REF.

• Mitigation Measures Development:

  Develop mitigation measures in accordance with best practices to minimize environmental impacts associated with the proposal.

• Drafting and Internal Review:

  Draft the REF, followed by an internal review of the draft and final REF to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Client Collaboration:

  Issue the final REF after considering and incorporating client comments.

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