Map of Affected Areas South of Existing Main Runway

Map of Affected Areas South of Existing Main Runway (North-South) and proposed Parallel Runway (Also North-South).

The ANEF system was originally designed to be used by land use planning authorities when they are considering which kinds of developments should be allowed in areas around airports. The Table below shows the recommended ANEF land use planning controls. For example, under the ANEF system it is recommended that new houses not be built within the 25 ANEF.

BUILDING SITE ACCEPTABILITY BASED ON ANEF ZONES
BUILDING TYPE	ANEF ZONE OF SITE
BUILDING TYPE	ACCEPTABLE	CONDITIONAL	UNACCEPTABLE
House, home, unit, flat, caravan park	Less than 20 ANEF (Note 1)	20 to 25 ANEF (Note 2)	Greater than 25 ANEF
Hotel, motel, hostel	Less than 25 ANEF	25 to 30 ANEF	Greater than 30 ANEF
School, university	Less than 20 ANEF (Note 1)	20 to 25 ANEF (Note 2)	Greater than 25 ANEF
Hospital, nursing home	Less than 20 ANEF (Note 1)	20 to 25 ANEF	Greater than 25 ANEF
Public Building	Less than 20 ANEF (Note 1)	20 to 30 ANEF	Greater than 30 ANEF
Commercial Building	Less than 25 ANEF	25 to 35 ANEF	Greater than 35 ANEF
Light Industrial	Less than 30 ANEF	30 to 40 ANEF	Greater than 40 ANEF
Other Industrial	Acceptable in all ANEF zones

Notes:

The actual location of the 20 ANEF contour is difficult to define accurately mainly because of variation in the aircraft flight paths.
Within 20 ANEF to 25 ANEF, some people may find that the land is not compatible with residential or educational uses. Land use authorities may consider that the incorporation of noise control features in the construction of residences or schools is appropriate.

Source: Australian Standard 2021-1994

ANEF land use planning controls are used at all major airports in Australia.

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