Contributions and Levies

Section 94 Contributions

Section 94 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 enables local councils or other consent authorities to impose contributions for public amenities and services required as a consequence of development. Developer contributions are essential in maintaining the facilities and services that support the high quality of life Hurstville City residents enjoy.

Section 94 may be used to fund amenities and services including open spaces and recreation facilities, library and information services, community facilities, drainage, traffic management and car parking provision.

Council’s Section 94 Contribution Plans are provided below. Section 94 contribution amounts are reviewed quarterly, in line with Consumer Price Index movements. The rate applicable is based on the rate calculated on the date a Development Consent is endorsed, and not the rate which applied when a development application was lodged.

The amount calculated is subject to review if it is paid more than three months after the date of endorsement of a Development Consent. 

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Read Section 94 - Contributions Plans Fact Sheet