Any large-scale cropping development is likely to be regulated under a number of pieces of State, Federal and Local Council legislation and planning requirements.
Understanding the requirements for compliance with State, Federal and Local legislation and planning requirements is the key first consideration in exploring the opportunity for cropping development. An outline of relevant legislation and planning requirements is presented in the following sections. Of the legislation described, the Vegetation Management Act will likely have the greatest influence on the capacity to undertake cropping development.
The Flowchart and StoryMap will help you to decide which areas of your property on which to focus your development plans. However, while these tools will provide an initial indication of the capacity and approval pathway for cropping development relevant to the Vegetation Management Act, to fully understand the specific requirements and processes that apply to your proposed cropping development, it is strongly recommended that Landowners consult with either:
Once you have an initial idea of your planned development, a pre-lodgement application is strongly recommended. The response received from this application will identify the relevant assessment manager for your specific proposal, and an initial outline of relevant legislation and matters that will need to be addressed to secure the required approvals. A pre-lodgement application via SARA can be made through the following avenues:
On line via the MyDAS2 system: https://prod2.dev-assess.qld.gov.au/suite/; or
By contacting your SARA regional office: https://planning.statedevelopment.qld. gov.au/contact-us.
A factsheet outlining the pre-lodgement process with SARA can be accessed at
https://dsdmipprd.blob.core.windows.net/ general/factsheet-seeking-pre-lodgement-advice-from-SARA.pdf
The agriculture group within DAF facilitates industry businesses and government to enhance market supply chains, manage risks, and build resilience. The Fisheries group within DAF manages the sustainability and allocation of fisheries resources for all Queenslanders.
Legislation that may be relevant to a proposed cropping development:
Acts administered:
Subordinate legislation:
As noted in the legislative pathway (Section 2.2), the following information may be required for evaluation by DAF to progress a proposal:
Written documentation containing:
[1] Waterway barrier works – structure that inhibits free movement of fish along waterways and onto floodplains, injure fish, or affect fish health and habitat.9
