Development contributions

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Development contributions, also known as Section 7.11 contributions (formally Section 94 contributions), are levies charged to developers.

These contributions help fund infrastructure projects needed as a result of the development, to ensure we are sustainably growing our community.

For example, civic works like footpaths, roads or public amenities need to be added to meet the increased demand of the new development.

Contribution rates

Document  Last revision
Development contribution rates summary(PDF, 332KB) 1 August 2023
Development contribution rates summary by locality(PDF, 534KB) 1 August 2023

Development Contribution Plans

Document  Last revision
Administration Building Contribution Plan 1 May 2007
Administration Levy Contribution Plan 16 March 2005
Port Macquarie Hastings Contribution Plan 3 April 2006
Major Roads Contribution Plan 3 April 2006
Open Space Contributions Plan 31 July 2018
Port Macquarie Hastings Open Space Contributions Plan 2018 3 April 2006
Hastings River Drive Contribution Plan for Traffic Facility Works 3 April 2006
Innes Peninsula Contribution Plans - Road Works 3 April 2006
King Creek Contributions Plan 1 July 2006
Laurieton Walkway Contribution Plans 16 March 2005
North Haven Neighbourhood Business Precinct Contribution Plan 3 April 2006
The Bain Dairy Contributions Plan 3 April 2006
Community, Cultural & Emergency Service Facilities 3 April 2006
Section 94A Levy Contributions Plan 2007 3 December 2007 
Section 94 Settlement City Precinct Roads Contributions Plan 11 April 2014
Section 94 Local Roads Contributions Plan - Area 13 (Thrumster), Area 14 (Lake Cathie/Bonny Hills) & Area 15 (Camden Haven) 13 June 2014

Development servicing plans

Document  Revision date
Development supply plan - water and sewer 18 September 2014

Contribution policies

Document Revision date
Planning agreements policy 19 June 2006
Works in kind policy  18 November 2005
Development contribution assessment policy 10 November 2016

Frequently asked questions

Where are development contributions spent?

Development contributions help pay for:

  • Public open space
  • Public roads
  • Water supply and sewerage
  • Community facilities
  • Public carparks 

Who pays development contributions?

Developers pay contributions, but smaller residential projects may also be required to pay. 

How do I know if I have to pay?

Contributions are part of the Development Application (DA) or Complying Development Certificate (CDC) process.

You can request a contribution estimate via email before you submit your DA or CDC. 

What are the rates?

Contribution rates are updated every three months.

Development Contribution Rates Summary(PDF, 332KB)

Development Contribution Rates Summary by Locality(PDF, 534KB)

 

How can I pay my contributions?

Payment at Council Office

Visit a council office with your notice of payment to pay by cash, cheque, money order, or a debit or credit card. Check our office locations and opening hours to plan your visit.

Direct Deposit

You can directly deposit money into Council's receiving account by using the following numbers:

BSB: 032-586
Account: 000038

To pay by direct deposit, quote the DA Number followed by NOP in the reference field to ensure your payment is allocated correctly - e.g. DA2021/001 NOP.

Payment by Phone

Call our customer service team on 02 6581 8111 during our opening hours to pay via MasterCard or Visa. Check the current operating hours here.

Remittance Advice

Email your remittance advice and a copy of your Notice of Payment to accounts.receivable@pmhc.nsw.gov.au and dev.contributions@pmhc.nsw.gov.au to organise.

Can I defer payment?

We do accept deferred payments depending on the project. Learn more about deferring payments in the Development Contribution Assessment Policy or contact us. 

Why do I have to pay a headworks charge when I pay water rates?

New developments often require new or upgraded utilities to meet the demand and future growth in the development area. Headworks charges are a flat fee to extend and maintain water and sewage infrastructure. Water rates alone don’t cover these costs.

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