Bushfire hazard mapping

Bushfire mapping considers the location, size and type of vegetation (fuel) in a given area and is informed by the best available science.

Mapping criteria identifies whether an area should be designated a Bushfire Prone Area, and if a Bushfire Management Overlay should apply. The mapping triggers planning and building system requirements.

For more information on mapping and bushfire hazard, refer to:  

• Fact Sheet - Bushfire Mapping Methodology and Criteria (PDF, 332.5 KB) or (DOCX, 322.5 KB)
• Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
• Bushfire hazard page