Clarence Valley residents are reminded they have until January 18 to comment on a draft policy that aims to define responsibilities for riverbank protection works.

The draft policy, which is now on exhibition, explains the Clarence Valley Council won’t undertake riverbank protection works where only private property benefits.

The draft policy also provides detail of the approvals required for riverbank protection works.

Copies of the draft policy are available at www.clarence.nsw.gov.au/onexhibition Written submissions can be made to www.clarence.nsw.gov.au/submissions or Clarence Valley Council, Locked Bag 23, Grafton 2460.