No ‘automatic knockback’ for non-compliant datacentres as NSW announces fast-track pathway

As the Minns government commits to assessing proposals within 75 days, community groups fear applications will be rushed through ahead of commonwealth legislationGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCommunities fighting datacentres say new guidelines in New South Wales may not prevent contentious developments, as the state government has admitted a fast-track pathway will not provide an “automatic knockback” for those who do not meet environmental standards.Under the Minns government’s new datacentre guidelines, announced on Monday, the planning department will commit to assessing proposals within 75 days if datacentre builders comply with six principles, and no further information is required. Continue reading...