Can you buy Crown land in NSW?

Generally, Crown land is not sold but from time to time parcels of Crown land may become available to purchase when it is no longer providing benefit to users or a public purpose. All purchase enquiries go through rigorous assessment to ensure sale is appropriate and compliant with legislation.

What is a Crown grant NSW?

From 1791 to 1831 Governor Phillip (and later Governor Macquarie) issued free grants of land on behalf of the Crown to encourage settlement of the State, evidenced by a document known as a Crown grant.

How do I find Crown land in NSW?

View a Crown land property report by searching by lot number or street address. Access the Government Property Index directly or via the NSW ePlanning Portal.

Can you camp on Crown land NSW?

You are permitted to camp on unalienated Crown land for a limited time. Camping or occupying Crown land for a period longer than three weeks is an offence and penalties may be imposed. You are not permitted to cultivate or permit animals under your control to enter or remain on Crown land.

Who is responsible for Crown land in NSW?

We are responsible for the management of NSW’s Crown land, covering 42% of the state, including parks, reserves, roads and cemeteries. Protecting and enhancing Crown land is essential for business, tourism, recreation, well-being and the biodiversity of the state.

How many Crown reserves are there in NSW?

Reserves Crown reserves are land set aside on behalf of the community for a wide range of public purposes including environmental and heritage protection, recreation and sport, open space, community halls, special events and government services. New South Wales has more than 34,000 Crown reserves.

What kind of funding does crown land manager get?

These range from grants for painting or repairing fences, building accessible toilets and kitchens, and weed and feral pest control, right through to multimillion-dollar funding and loans for major infrastructure upgrades. This Crown land manager web resource was printed on 17 Jun 2021.

Who was responsible for land grants in New South Wales?

Parish maps are useful for research in this area, as they record original grants. Prior to the introduction of Responsible Government in 1856 the main agencies responsible for the administration of land in the New South Wales were the Colonial Secretary, the Surveyor General and the Commissioners of Crown Lands.