"This is an unprecedented health emergency,"said lord mayor Clover Moore.
"We stand ready to support our residents,businesses,cultural and vulnerable communities through this challenging time."
The City of Sydney has committed to covering staff and operational costs for all aquatic centres for the next two weeks,and waiving outdoor dining fees. Using a footpath without a permit will not be fined. Mandatory health inspections will continue,without fees.
Parking rangers have to use discretion and only issue parking fines or other penalties if there is an imminent public or environmental health or safety risk.
“Over the past two months,the City has been working with NSW Health to ensure we respond urgently and effectively to the spread of COVID-19,” Ms Moore said.
“The health and wellbeing of our communities is paramount,but we are also very concerned about businesses experiencing a significant downturn in patrons,and people left without work."