The NSW EPA is undertaking consultation on the proposed changes to NSW environment protection legislation concerning construction waste. The changes build on the 2014 reforms of the Protection of the Environment Operations (Waste) Regulation.
A draft regulation has been prepared that takes into consideration the feedback received from stakeholders during the 2016 consultation period. An explanatory paper and draft Standards for managing construction waste in NSW have also been prepared for comment. The draft standards document is referenced in the draft regulation, and will have legal force.
The proposed changes set standards to ensure appropriate management, production and use of materials recovered from construction waste. These changes seek to ensure that waste is appropriately sorted, the quality of recovered materials is maintained, and human health and the environment are protected.
Reforms on Construction Waste – Have your say!
Published: November 3, 2017
