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Draft Fees and Charges Schedule 2026-27

As part of Council's ongoing work to strengthen financial sustainability, the proposed schedule has been reviewed to ensure fees are more closely aligned with the actual cost of delivering services, updated to reflect market conditions, and applied more consistently across different user groups.

This approach aims to reduce reliance on rate increases while ensuring that those who use specific services contribute appropriately to their cost.

Your feedback will help Council understand community views on the proposed changes and inform the final Fees and Charges Schedule to be adopted.

The draft fees and charges schedule 2026-2027 outlines:

  • proposed increases to some existing fees
  • new fees where services are currently under-recovered
  • removal of outdated or duplicated fees

Most fees are proposed to increase by around 3.7%, in line with inflation.

Some fees may be higher if they:

  • have not kept pace with the cost of delivering services
  • need to better reflect market rates
  • involve more complex or resource-intensive services

This approach helps Council to reduce reliance on rate increases while ensuring that those who use specific services contribute appropriately to the cost of those services. It also supports Council's long-term financial sustainability.

Key changes at a glance

  • 54 new fees are proposed
  • 42 fees are proposed to be discontinued
  • Some fees have been updated above CPI to address historical under-reocovery

All proposed fees and charges have been reviewed in line with Council's Revenue Policy.

What won't change

  • Some fees will continue to be subsidised where there is a broader community benefit
  • Statutory fees (set by legislation) will be updated separately when confirmed

We want to hear your feedback. Have your say by 13th May 2026.

North Sydney Olympic Pool DRAFT Fees & Charges (2025/26)

The following table details the proposed fees that will be discontinued

Category Fee and Charge Rationale for discontinuing
Sporting Fields Hirer - Senior Hourly Hire Fee – Additional Lighting (200 Lux) Both 200 lux items to be discontinued as no 200-lux option in any other sports field except Cammeray which is captured separately
Sporting Fields Hirer - Junior/School Hourly Hire Fee – Additional Lighting (200 Lux) Both 200 lux items to be discontinued as no 200-lux option in any other sports field except Cammeray which is captured separately
Parking Permits Hourly Park & Swim scheme (10:00 am to midnight) Will be replaced by NSOP parking fees
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 
less than 5 cubic metres 		 Rate – 1st Week New consolidated Footpath/Road Occupancy Permit fee replaces skip bin permit fees
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin less than 5 cubic metres Rate – 2nd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin less than 5 cubic metres Rate – 3rd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin less than 5 cubic metres Rate – 4th and subsequent weeks
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 5-10 cubic meter Rate – 1st Week New consolidated Footpath/Road Occupancy Permit fee replaces skip bin permit fees
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 5-10 cubic meter Rate – 2nd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 5-10 cubic meter Rate – 3rd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 5-10 cubic meter Rate – 4th and subsequent weeks
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 10-20 cubic meter Rate – 1st Week New consolidated Footpath/Road Occupancy Permit fee replaces the skip bin permit fees
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 10-20 cubic meter Rate – 2nd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 10-20 cubic meter  Rate – 3rd Week
Footpath Permit - Skip Bin 10-20 cubic meter Rate – 4th and subsequent weeks
Temporary Road Closure Daily Occupation fee (non-metered space) Fee retained from previous structure and had not been deleted
Temporary Road Closure Daily Occupation fee (metered space, per day or part thereof Fee retained from previous structure and had not been deleted
Library Services Late Fee – Fast Reads/Fast Flicks Service (per item per day)  Item no longer available
Public Event Complex Events Permit – Application Fee Replaced with application fee
Public Event Complex Event Permit Fee – Premium Park Replaced with high impact fee
Public Event Detailed Events Permit - Application Fee Replaced with application fee
Public Event Daily Detailed Event Permit Fee – Neighbourhood Park Replaced with medium impact fee
Public Event Simple Event Permit Fee – Neighbourhood Park & Premium Park New fee created to replace this fee
Customer & Communication Install 5G Infrastructure on Multi-Purpose Pole No demand since fee introduced
Filming in public area  Operational staff cost recovery – film site New fee structures created as per The Local Gov. Filming Protocol, old fees obsolete
Filming in public area  Technical staff cost recovery – film site, liaise with external bodies, & review of weight restrictions
Filming in public area  Professional staff cost recovery – film site, liaise with external 
bodies & review of weight restrictions
Filming in public area  Temporary road closure – Full closure
Filming in public area  Temporary road closure – Partial closure for parking
Filming in public area  Permit parking – unrestricted zone
Filming in public area  Inspection fee – Parks & Reserves
Pre Development Fee Consultancy Fee Council receives no compensation for its input into State Significant 
Development Applications. Many things are left to be resolved post-approval by Council such as infrastructure, landscape, and public art. A lump sum fee would cover Council’s costs for related consultation and approvals.
Pre DA Application Consultation Consultation Fee – Small scale single dwellings & duplexes Replaced by new fees
Pre DA Application Consultation Consultation Fee – Residential flat buildings, Commercial alterations & additions only
Pre DA Application Consultation Consultation Fee – Large scale developments for mixed use, new RFB
Pre DA Application Consultation Consultation Fee – Strategic issues Applicants generally going down HDA pathway in instances where there may have previously been a desire to meet with staff to 
discuss issues.
Food Inspection Fee Inspection & Administration Fee – Category 3 (Venues with 2 food service areas plus bars) Discontinued due to State Government introducing new fee structure
Food Inspection Fee Inspection & Administration Fee – Category 4 (Venues / Hotels / 
bars with 1 food service area plus unlimited bars)
Food Inspection Fee Inspection & Administration Fee – Category 5 (Venues / Hotels / 
bars with 1 food service area plus 1 bar)
Food Inspection Fee Inspection & Administration Fee – Category 6 (Convenience Stores / Service Stations / kiosks)
Food Inspection Fee Re-Inspection Fee – Category 1 – 4 (over 10 minutes and/or non-compliant)
Food Inspection Fee Re-Inspection Fee – Bar Only
Fire Safety Assessment of proposed Performance Solution Consolidation of fees, removing duplication

 

Public events
A new fee structure is proposed for events held in parks and public spaces. Fees would better reflect the size and impact of events and help cover the cost of assessment, site management and restoring grassed areas after events. Discounts would continue to apply for not‑for‑profit and lower‑impact events.

Pre‑Development Application consultations
Pre‑DA consultation fees are proposed to be simplified by basing them on the estimated cost of development works. This would better reflect the scale and complexity of different proposals and improve consistency and transparency.

Parking stations
Most parking station fees are not proposed to increase for 2026–2027, reflecting lower parking demand following the Metro and changes in travel behaviour.

Residential parking permits
A moderate increase to residential parking permit fees is proposed. This would better reflect the value of public space and support Council’s goals for sustainable transport.

The Coal Loader
Hire fees at The Coal Loader are proposed to increase to better reflect market value and demand, particularly for commercial users. Concessional rates would continue for community use.

Other Material Changes (other than mentioned above)

Category Fee and Charge Pg 
No: 		 % Increase  $ Increase
NSC Oval  Daily Hire Fee (Seniors) – Turf Wicket 1.11  22.71%  $ 288.00
Parraween Street Parking Rate Per calendar month – residential users 1.16  25.00%  $ 22.00
Parking Meter & Sensor 
Adjustments		 Parking Meter Height Adjustment or Straighten (result of change to pavement level) – per meter 1.19  45.63%  $ 470.00
Works Zone Permit North Sydney Council Construction Notice Board 1.20  33.33%  $ 50.00
Footpath Permit Change of Date Fee  1.22 150.00%  $ 180.00
Library Room Hire Daily Conference Room Hire Fee – Weekends (10:00 am to 5:00 pm)  1.30 13.64%  $ 30.00
Food Inspection Inspection Fee (Per Hour, Minimum Charge of Half Hour) (Statutory inspection fee as per 
Food Regulation 2025)		 1.61 273.74% $ 271.00
Food Inspection Inspection Fee – New Food premises (Pre-opening) 1.61  21.31% $ 65.00
Building Information Certificate Reinspection Fee (per inspection)  1.62  138.74%  $ 154.00
Building Information Certificate Building Information Certificate - Class 1 or 10 (sale of property) 1.62 1.62 $ 590.00
Fire Safety Annual Fire Safety Statement - Registration  1.64 16.67%  $ 25.00
Fire Safety Reissue a Fire Safety Schedule 1.64 22.49% $ 101.00
Subdivision Certification Administration fee - Termination of strata scheme 1.64 87.14% $ 244.00

 

  • Draft Fees and Charges Schedule 2026-27 feedback

    Have your say

    We want to hear from you. All feedback received will be considered and reported back to Council.

    You can provide feedback:

    • Online: by completing the online survey (see below)
    • Email: yoursay@northsydney.nsw.gov.au
    • Post: to North Sydney Council, PO Box 12, NORTH SYDNEY NSW 2059

    For email/post please include ‘Draft Fees and Charges 2026-27’ in the subject line.

    All submissions in their entirety are made publicly available in the report to Council. Personal identifying information, and content which is discriminatory, hateful or which may defame, offend, insult, humiliate or intimidate will be redacted.

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FAQs

Council is asking for feedback on the Draft Fees and Charges Schedule 2026–27, which lists proposed fees for Council services for the next financial year starting 1 July 2026.

Before fees and charges are finalised, Council wants to hear from residents, businesses and organisations about the proposed changes. Community feedback helps Council understand impacts and consider improvements before making a final decision.

All submissions will be reviewed and summarised in a report to Council. Councillors will consider feedback before deciding whether to adopt the final Fees and Charges Schedule.

Fees and charges are payments for specific Council services, facilities or approvals, such as:

  • parking permits
  • venue and facility hire
  • development and planning services
  • public events and filming activities

They are different from rates, which fund general Council services.

Council is required by law to review fees and charges each year. Regular reviews help ensure fees:

  • reflect the cost of delivering services
  • are fair and transparent
  • keep pace with inflation and market conditions
  • do not unfairly burden ratepayers who do not use specific services

If adopted by Council, the final Fees and Charges Schedule 2026–27 will come into effect from 1 July 2026.

Many fees are proposed to increase by 3.7%, which is broadly in line with inflation. This helps Council manage rising costs such as staff, materials and maintenance, while continuing to deliver services.

Not all fees are increasing, and some have been changed or removed.

Some new fees are proposed where:

  • costs were not previously fully recovered
  • services have changed or expanded
  • clearer and more consistent pricing is needed

This helps improve transparency and fairness across services.

Council is proposing to remove fees that are outdated, duplicated or no longer needed. This helps simplify the fee schedule and make it easier to understand.

Some fees have been underpriced for a number of years.

In these cases, updates are proposed to better reflect:

  • the cost of providing the service
  • the level of demand
  • market conditions

Council is proposing an impact‑based approach to event and filming fees. Fees would vary depending on things like:

  • the size of the event
  • how long it runs
  • the level of impact on public spaces
  • the resources needed to manage the activity

Yes. Discounted fees are proposed for not‑for‑profit organisations and lower‑impact events, while higher‑impact events may attract higher fees to reflect additional costs.

Some events can cause wear and tear to grass, turf or infrastructure. Reinstatement fees help ensure parks are returned to a good condition for everyone and that repair costs are not paid by general ratepayers.

Pre‑DA fees are proposed to be based on the estimated cost of works, rather than staff attendance time.

This aims to:

  • better reflect the complexity of proposals
  • improve consistency and transparency
  • allow Council to resource assessments appropriately

No. Fees set by State legislation will be updated separately when they are published and reported to Council.

Moderate increases are proposed for resident parking permits to better reflect:

  • demand for limited on‑street parking
  • the value of public space
  • Council’s transport and sustainability objectives

Yes. This draft does not include:

These matters will be considered separately.