The NSW Government is proposing to change the law to prevent illegal tree and vegetation clearing in
urban areas and environment zones (i.e. land zoned for environmental purposes, including
conservation zones). The changes relate to Chapter 2 (Vegetation in non-rural areas) of State
Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021.

The Department is seeking written submissions, lodged online on its website by 5pm on 4 June
2025. This submission guide provides information on how to comment on the proposed changes.