Coal Mine Subsidence Compensation Act 2017 (the Act)

As part of the Act review, the NSW Government is inviting public comment to make sure the laws are still appropriate and fair for everyone. 

They are seeking your views on: 

  • The relevance of the objectives of the Act 
  • The mine subsidence damage compensation framework 
  • Development regulation within mine subsidence districts 
  • Compliance and enforcement of the Act. 

Have your say 

Your feedback will help identify and understand any concerns you may have about the laws.   

Have your say at https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/mining-subsidence by midnight on Monday, 23 January 2023. Here you can provide a written submission, take a poll and complete a short survey. You will also find more information and copy of the discussion paper.  

The discussion paper provides more detail and raises questions about key parts of the Act. Comments are welcome on any matters that are relevant to improving the framework around coal mine subsidence compensation in NSW.