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Open Space Plan

The Open Space Plan 2016-2026 sets out the guiding principles for a number of key themes to reinforce the main direction for the planning and management of Lane Cove’s Open Spaces (parks and playgrounds, sporting areas, bushland, streetscapes and urban spaces).

Open Space Plan 2016-2026

Council has adopted a number of plans that are used to help manage the Open Space areas within the Local Government Area.

Community Garden Procedures and Guidelines

These guidelines are designed to assist interested groups in the process of applying for and establishing a community garden on Council land in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993.

Community Land Plan of Management: Council Owned Land

This plan governs the use and management of community land owned by Council.

Community Land Plan of Management: Crown Reserves

This plan governs the use and management of land which is Crown Reserve managed by Council.

Dog Strategy

This strategy provides Council with a plan for providing and managing dogs' access to all public spaces in the Lane Cove Council area.

Pesticides Notification Plan

The aim of this plan is to meet the community’s right to know about pesticide applications made to outdoor public places that are controlled by Lane Cove Council.

Plan of Management for Bushland in Lane Cove

This plan sets out bushland management policies and strategies as well as management activities for each bushland reserve.

Playground Strategy

This strategy provides Council with a plan for the provision of well located, well designed, fun and accessible playgrounds for the next 5 years and beyond.

Recreation Action Plan

This plan focuses on providing for recreation activities that take place in Open Space.

Regional Strategies

There are a number of regional plans that include Open Space areas managed by Council.

Street Tree Master Plan

This plan outlines the proposed streetscape foreach street in Lane Cove.

Urban Forest Strategy

This strategy guides Council with objectives and actions to protect and improve the urban forest through effective management and direct engagement with the community.