NSW Government Aquatic Licence Application

Organisation : NSW Government
Facility Name : Apply for an Aquatic Licence
Country : Australia
Website : https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-aquatic-licence

What is NSW Government Aquatic Licence?

Aquatic licences are for temporary events, and must be applied for at least 6 weeks before the event or activity starts – even earlier for more complex events or activities. If you want to run an aquatic event, competition, exhibition or any other activity which affects the general public’s use of navigable waters, you’ll need an aquatic licence. You could face a penalty for having the event without the appropriate licence. You can apply for an aquatic licence online.

Related / Similar Status : NSW Government Rentstart Bond Loan Application

How To Apply NSW Aquatic Licence?

To Apply NSW Government Aquatic Licence, Follow the procedure given below
** Go to the above link.
** Check the eligibility requirements.
** Follow the guidelines set out in the Aquatic Activity Operational Plan Template – DOC and create your own Operational Plan.
** Select the ‘Apply online’ button.
** Log in or create an account.
** Complete the online application form.
** Upload the required documentation.
** Read and confirm the declaration.

Eligibility Criteria

Applications must be made at least 6 weeks before the event or activity starts – even earlier for more complex events or activities.

What you need For NSW Aquatic Licence?

** Full details of the event type, location, date(s), times and number of vessels involved
** A detailed map of the location showing areas of operation
** Exclusive use requirements (if applicable)
** An Aquatic Activity Operational Plan detailing safety procedures, rescue craft, qualified personnel in attendance, communications procedures, a risk register and a risk management plan acceptable to Transport for NSW (see Aquatic Activity Operational Plan Template – DOC for a template plan)
** Evidence of community and stakeholder consultation appropriate to the type, scale and location of the aquatic activity (as determined by Transport for NSW)
** written authorisation from other relevant agencies or consent authorities (like local councils or the Marine Parks Authority)
** Written authorisation from the occupier or trustee of any foreshore land intended to be used in connection with the proposed activity
** Evidence of affiliation with, and sanction of, the Australian Power Boat Association (power boat races only)
** Evidence of affiliation with, and sanction of, Ski Racing Australia (water ski events only)
** A copy of the Work Cover Risk Assessment (fireworks events only)
** The details of the applicant or nominated representative, including proof of identity
** Proof of identity for the organisation/company to prove legal status (note that an aquatic licence is not issued to a business name)
** Written authorisation for any nominated representative acting on behalf of an organisation on that organisation’s letterhead
** Evidence of not-for-profit status (if applicable)
** Any additional documentation requested by Transport for NSW during assessment of the application, such as a noise assessment report or environmental assessment report.

Aquatic Event Licence Fees

The Aquatic Event Licence Fees are given below,
These fees are current and include GST where applicable. For more information, please contact us on 13 12 36.

The following may incur additional costs:

** events requiring exclusive use
** events requiring attendance of additional Transport officers
** the publication of a Marine Notice in local and/or state-wide print media.