WEMP Cancellation Program
The Queensland Water Commission has introduced changes to the Water Act 2000 (section 360ZCKA) and to the Water Regulation 2002 (sections 52AA and 52AB). These changes permit the cancellation of a Water Efficiency Management Plan (WEMP), where the specific requirements no longer apply. Prior to these legislative changes, there was no provision allowing a WEMP to be cancelled.
To be eligible to apply for WEMP Cancellation, one or more of the following criteria must be met:
- The quantity of water use at the premises has been:
- less than 10 megalitres (ML) a year for at least one year immediately before the application for cancellation is made: and
- is not likely to exceed 10ML a year in the future; or
- The business is no longer:
- operating as a nursery, turf farm or market garden; or
- operating a public swimming pool; or
- operating a colling tower; or
- irrigating an area greater than 500m2
What do I need to do to apply for WEMP cancellation?
You need to complete the WEMP cancellation form and submit your application to us.
How can I submit my completed application?
- by email to WEMP@urbanutilities.com.au
- by post
Queensland Urban Utilities
Demand Management
GPO Box 2765
BRISBANE QLD 4001
What happens once I submit my application?
Completed applications will be assessed and you will be advised in writing if your application is successful. Once WEMP cancellation is approved, you will no longer need to complete and submit annual WEMP reporting to Queensland Urban Utilities. You will still be bound by the requirements of the current level water restrictions which apply to your property.