As Australian residential housing infill and development rises in what were once traditionally industrial areas, industry will increasingly be required to manage its operations to limit possible impacts on new communities.
As recently as last week, media reported increasing agitation of Perth residents in the surrounds of the Tamala Park Landfill, in circumstances where a new residential estate is being built less than 1 kilometre away. With increasing coverage and awareness of potential risks associated with industrial emissions, including climate activism, residents are likely to have a low tolerance for industrial impacts that interfere with their home. With this in mind, businesses previously operating without issue can find themselves navigating new challenges in complying with obligations under relevant environmental protection laws and at common law.
