Vibrancy Guidelines — Later Trading Applications
Member clubs are advised that the NSW Cabinet has approved the Environmental Planning and Assessment (Vibrancy Reforms) Bill.
ClubsNSW has been proactively engaging with the NSW Government on the introduction of the first suite of vibrancy reforms and advocating for a flexible and sensible regulatory framework that encourages alignment across all forms of government.
The Bill is a positive step in supporting restaurants and bars to operate later in non-residential areas.
What does this mean for clubs?
Councils and consent authorities will be required to consider a set of ‘vibrancy guidelines’ when assessing certain applications to extend operating hours for food and drink premises situated on land 500 metres or more away from a residential property.
These guidelines won’t override other planning considerations, nor will they lead to applications being rejected or approved.
Have the guidelines been developed?
No. The 24-Hour Economy Commissioner will engage with local councils, stakeholders, and the broader community to start developing the guidelines.
We will share more details with member clubs once they are available.
ClubsNSW continues to work with the NSW Government to identify opportunities that make it easier for clubs to diversify, especially through the second suite of vibrancy reforms.
If you have any questions, please contact ClubASSIST on 1300 730 001.
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