Water Compliance Auditing and Rectification Made Easy

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Water Compliance Auditing and Rectification

Staying compliant with NSW water laws is essential for protecting your property, avoiding penalties, and ensuring your water infrastructure is lawful and fit for purpose. Many landholders are unsure whether their existing works or water use meet current requirements, and that’s where a thorough compliance audit becomes invaluable.

Some examples to consider include:

  • Is your irrigated area covered by a valid Water Use Approval?

  • Are your pumps or bores the approved size?

  • Do you have the authorised number of water supply works installed?

  • Is your bore registered?

  • Do you have an approval for your farm dam?

  • Does your WAL nominate your approval?

If the answer to any of these is uncertain, you may be at risk of non compliance.

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NRAR Dealings Can Be Intimidating, They Don't Have To Be

The Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) is responsible for enforcing water laws in NSW. Their role includes monitoring, education, and taking compliance action where necessary. Non compliance can lead to warnings, directions, penalties, or more serious enforcement measures.

Kardell Water Advisory provides pre emptive compliance auditing and rectification as a core service. We conduct detailed assessments of your property to determine whether your water works, water use, and approvals align with legislative requirements. Our comprehensive investigation and recommendation reports outline exactly what is needed to achieve full compliance.

We are also highly experienced in reviewing and responding to NRAR requests for information, directions, specified measures, and notices. Water compliance doesn’t need to be stressful or overwhelming - with the right guidance, it becomes a straightforward process.

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We understand water law in NSW

Don’t leave things to chance! Kardell Water Advisory is here to help you navigate your obligations around water law in NSW with confidence and clarity.