Disaster Adaptation Plans are a key pillar of the State Disaster Mitigation Plan, which was launched by the NSW Government in February 2024, and provide the roadmap for reducing risk.
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is leading the development of the draft guidelines, which propose that DAPs are shaped locally, coordinated regionally and facilitated by the state.
The guidelines also recognise the role of collaboration and engagement with stakeholders from a variety of sectors when developing DAPs, including local councils, community, the insurance and banking industries and private businesses.
The consultation period provides the opportunity for feedback on the draft guidelines before they are introduced formally in late 2024. The consultation period starts on Monday 1 July and closes on Friday 23 August.
