(1) The standards specified for that development are that the development must--(a) be carried out within the relevant period, and(b) not change the configuration of the building or structure being repaired, and(c) not increase the floor area of the building or structure being repaired, and(d) in the case of a structure that is a fence, gate or other barrier--only be the repairs necessary to ensure the repaired or replaced structure is the same size, in the same location and made with similar materials as the damaged structure, and(e) in any other case--only be the repairs necessary to make the building or structure secure and weatherproof and in the case of a dwelling, safe and suitable for habitation but must not include a repair (other than a temporary repair) to a structural element of the building.
(2) In this clause--
"relevant area" means land in the following local government areas--(a) City of Lismore,(b) Clarence Valley,(c) Richmond Valley,(d) Tweed.
"relevant period" means--(a) for development carried out in a relevant area before 1 April 2026--4 years after the natural disaster or the declaration is made, and(b) otherwise--2 years after the natural disaster or the declaration is made.