Section 10.7 Planning Certificate and bushfire (NSW)
If you only take one thing away: the tool is helpful, but councils’ Section 10.7 certificate is where key notations show up.
Why the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate matters for confirming BFPL status in NSW, and how it fits into your planning evidence pack.
Quick answer
NSW RFS guidance notes BFPL information should be noted on the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate obtained from your local council. Use it for official confirmation and keep it in your evidence pack.
How to get it
- Contact your local council (or their online services) and request a Section 10.7 Planning Certificate.
- Store the certificate with your project evidence.
- Use the BFPL check tool for quick initial checks, but rely on the certificate for official notation.
What to include in your evidence pack
- Section 10.7 certificate PDF
- BFPL check screenshot + date
- Any correspondence with council/certifier
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FAQs
Does the NSW RFS say Section 10.7 is the official record?
NSW RFS indicates BFPL information should be noted on the Section 10.7 Planning Certificate obtained from council.
Can BFPL maps change after I check?
Yes. Councils review and can amend BFPL maps; NSW RFS notes changes are submitted for certification.
Official references
These links help you verify details with primary sources. (We don’t control third‑party sites.)
| Source | Link |
|---|---|
| NSW RFS — Bush fire prone land page (Section 10.7 mention) | Open |
| NSW RFS — Check BFPL tool | Open |