We have published the EPBC Act Self-Assessment guidelines (World Heritage properties and National and Commonwealth Heritage places).
The Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) protects the listed values of World Heritage properties and National Heritage places and any heritage values on Commonwealth land.
The guidelines assist with undertaking a heritage self-assessment. It informs decision to submit a referral where a proposed action may have a significant impact on a listed heritage place.
This document aims to assist with:
- identifying whether significant impacts are likely or not
- deciding whether to refer a proposed action to us for formal assessment
- collating and providing adequate baseline information as a part of the referral process
- collating adequate information that support a decision not to refer if significant impacts are not likely.
Australia's heritage gives us understanding of our development as a nation. It conveys our spirit and ingenuity, and our unique, living landscapes.
Heritage is an inheritance that helps define our future.
