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ArrayObligations of managers of land or infrastructure (Urban stormwater management) May 2024: FAQs
14/08/2024
In May 2024, the Obligations of managers of land or infrastructure (Urban stormwater management and On-site wastewater management) (the OMLI) was gazetted. The OMLI contains obligations relating to the management of urban stormwater and on-site wastewater.
Urban stormwater can present a cumulative risk of harm to the environment and human health. This is particularly the case without appropriate strategic and long-term planning and management to prevent harm and minimise risks. Clause 5 of the OMLI sets obligations for councils in Victoria to complete this strategic and long-term planning.
Clause 5 of the OMLI requires councils, in consultation with relevant stakeholders, to develop a plan that identifies risks posed by stormwater and actions to address those risks. This is a continuation of the same requirement under the now expired State Environment Protection Policy (Waters). The OMLI also has a requirement to publish, review and update the plan and report on implementation at least every five years.
The attached FAQs (Word or pdf) provide further information about the urban stormwater management planning clause in this OMLI and how councils can meet their obligations under it.
