Approval to modify a section 60 works application is granted under section 65A of the Heritage Act 1977. Reasons for a modification may include, but are not limited to:
- minor corrections
- clarifications
- amendments
- additional work.
A section 60 fast track works approval cannot be modified.
Below, we have set out the process of application lodgement to outcome.
Gather your essential documents
These include:
- statement of heritage impact, to clearly explain the variation
- existing and proposed drawings with drawing schedule, to clearly show the variation
- if following an integrated development application, include your development consent and approved stamped plans.
To change the excavation director you must provide:
- a written statement by the excavation director that they either agree to the methodology as proposed, or
- an updated research design and excavation methodology to support the application.
Request pre-lodgement comments
Consider requesting pre-lodgement comments on your proposal.
See Pre-lodgement service for more information about this free service.
Set up your user account
Register a user account for the Heritage Management System if you are a first-time user.
Lodge your application
Lodge your application online via the Heritage Management System.
You will receive an application ID and payment receipt.
Your application is checked for completeness within 14 days.
Application assessment
Once accepted as complete, your application is allocated for assessment and the application clock starts. The timeframe is 40 days, or 60 days if advertised.
The nature and extent of impact on the significance of the heritage item is assessed. Internal specialists may provide input.
You may be contacted to discuss your application, provide additional information, and/or clarify details. The application clock stops until the requested information is received.
Heritage NSW will advertise an application for 21 days when:
- a proposal may have a major impact on heritage significance, or
- it is in the public interest.
An assessment report is then prepared with recommendations for determination.
Application outcome
The Heritage Council of NSW is the approval body; however, most applications are determined by a delegate.
The Heritage Council meets once a month. We can refer applications to the Heritage Council if:
- there would be substantial change that might remove or reduce heritage values
- it is potentially in the public interest or high profile
- the proposal is large (for example, it covers an extensive area like a precinct, suburb or town, or infrastructure)
- the original application was determined by the Heritage Council.
You can check the status of your application by logging into the Heritage Management System go to the dashboard section ‘My open applications’.
You will be informed of the outcome in writing.