Legislation
DECC has responsibilities and powers under a range of NSW environmental legislation. Some of these responsibilities and powers are exercised in other names such as the Environment Protection Authority or the Botanic Gardens Trust.
Find out more about the following legislation topics
- NSW environmental legislation lists the Acts and regulations administered by DECC with links to the full text and summaries of the legislation.
- What's new in law lists recent changes to the environmental laws administered by the DECC.
- The review of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 details the review process and the commencement of resulting amendments.
- The prosecution guidelines set out the factors DECC takes into account in deciding whether, how and in what court to prosecute those who offend against NSW environment protection legislation, and whether to seek certain sentencing options.
- Find more information on environmental notices and other regulatory documents, including guidelines and approved methods.
Page last updated: 21 February 2008