• Talk to the applicant – ask the applicant if they can address your concerns before you make any submission
• Clarity – clearly state the impact the proposal will have on the amenity of your property, preferably in point form
• Suggestions – where possible, offer comment on how the development could be improved or relevant conditions that may be imposed
• Focus – on the issue. Matters such as civil disputes between neighbours cannot be considered through a submission
• Be on time – ensure your submission reaches Council by the specified closing date and time.

The supply of personal information is voluntary. If personal information is not provided, Council may be limited in dealing with a submission. Submissions, summaries of submissions, and/or names and addresses of people making submissions may be included in publicly available reports to Council or Committee Meetings.

Please note that, in accordance with section 18(1)(b) of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW), you are advised that all submissions received by Council in relation to any matter will be placed on the appropriate Council file and may be disclosed to Councillors, Council Officers, consultants to Council or members of the public. Pursuant to Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, the Council is obliged to disclose inspection of its documents, including any submission you may make.

Should you wish to access or amend your personal information please make a written request to Council by:

Post: PO Box 205, Hurstville BC NSW 1481
Email: mail@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au
 
For more information please refer to Council’s Privacy Management Plan.