State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008
Historical version for 6 March 2009 to 16 July 2009 (accessed 21 May 2013 at 13:50) Current version
Part 2Division 1Subdivision 31

Subdivision 31 Privacy screens

2.61   Specified development

The construction or installation of a privacy screen that is not attached to a boundary fence or retaining wall is development specified for this code if it is not constructed or installed on land in a foreshore area.

2.62   Development standards

The standards specified for that development are that the development must:
(a)  be not higher than 2.5m above ground level (existing), and
(b)  be not longer than 5m, and
(c)  be located at least 900mm from each lot boundary, and
(d)  be located in the rear yard, and
(e)  be constructed of lattice, bamboo, canvas or the like.
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