About the scheme
Under the 10/50 Vegetation Clearing Scheme, NSW residents who live near bushland can better prepare their homes for potential bushfires.
If you live in a designated area you are able to clear certain vegetation near your home without having to get approval from the local council or land services office
You are only permitted to clear your own land.
The vegetation includes:
- trees on your property within 10 metres of your home
- underlying vegetation such as shrubs (not trees) on your property within 50 metres of your home.
Check if you live in a designated area
Plan ahead
Use the NSW Rural Fire Service online tool to see if you live in a designated area.
On the day of clearing
Note: The entitlement areas and rules change. You must follow the eligibility and/or rules in place at the time you clear any vegetation.