The NSW Public Lighting Code (Code) supports the reliable and efficient supply of public lighting services.
First published in January 2006, the Code informs the relationship between Public Lighting Service Providers (licensed electricity distributors) and their Customers (primarily local councils and Transport for NSW), as defined under the Code. The Code, which is mandatory for Service Providers, details the obligations, including minimum service standards, that Service Providers must adhere to in the provision of Public Lighting Services, to their Customers.
The current version of the Code, Version 1.4, came into effect from 1 July 2024.
Version 1.4 of the Code essentially differs from earlier versions of the Code in that it promotes and recognises advancements in technology to improve the overall provision of public lighting.
Previous versions
Reporting
There are reporting requirements that the Public Lighting Service Providers must meet to comply with the Code.
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW (IPART) oversees compliance to the Code. Further information and instructions are available on the IPART website.