Public input sought on planned Stormwater Strategy 2019-2023

Public input sought on planned Stormwater Strategy 2019-2023

Published on 05 April 2019

The Devonport City Council is seeking public comment into its planned Stormwater Strategy 2019-2023.

Council adopted a Stormwater Strategy in 2012 and has scheduled a review for this year given the significant legislative changes which have occurred over the last seven years.

Mayor Cr Annette Rockliff said there had also been changes to Council’s internal structure, personnel and processes during that time.

``Several major rain events have also occurred during the period including the 2016 floods and this review will allow for the development of a strategy which will provide clear guidelines to Council for the long-term management of the stormwater system,’’ Cr Rockliff said.

The Stormwater Strategy 2019-2023 document aims to:

Ensure Council’s compliance with legislation, notably the Urban Drainage Act 2013 Provide a clear and transparent method of prioritising capital expenditure Ensure consistency and fairness in implementation of development controls Consider climate change impacts Align with the expectations of the community (level of service) Align with Council’s Stormwater Asset Management Strategy Align with Stormwater System Management Planning Guideline by Local Government Tasmania.

The public can provide feedback in relation to the proposed strategy by visiting http://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/Get-Involved/Speak-Up-Devonport/Public-input-sought-on-planned-stormwater-strategy

Feedback will be accepted until 4 pm Monday 6 May 2019.

Media Contact

Nigel Tapp |Media & Communications Officer |Devonport City Council

03 6424 0562 | 0427 132 972 |[email protected]