There will be greater certainty and transparency, and a new focus on upfront community engagement, under the White Paper’s proposals for the biggest changes to our planning system in nearly 35 years.
Find out about the top 20 growth locations for new housing in Sydney in 2012 and the latest overall statistics.
The draft Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney sets out a new plan for the city’s future. You can play an important role in shaping Sydney’s future by having your say on these plans.
Find out about our plans to provide up to 172,000 homes in both existing and new suburbs of Sydney near new job opportunities
The consultation period to have your say about what the Lower Hunter needs for the future has been extended to 31 May 2013. Six discussion forums have also been announced.
Comment on the new planning system for NSW The NSW Government has released a White Paper and draft legislation to provide further details of a new way of planning for NSW, focused on sustainable growth to provide the homes and jobs we need. Comments can be submitted until Friday 28 June 2013.
Draft Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney The draft Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney sets out a new plan for the city’s future. You can play an important role in shaping Sydney’s future by having your say on these plans.
Mid-Parliamentary Term Milestones Check out the Government's achievements at the mid point of the current parliamentary cycle.
Lower Hunter Discussion Paper consultation extended The consultation period to have your say about what the Lower Hunter needs for the future has been extended to 31 May 2013. Six discussion forums have also been announced.
Urban Activation Precincts Find out how we will create new homes, jobs and great places in the first eight Urban Activation Precincts. Plans for North Ryde and Epping are now on exhibition.
On Exhibition Provide feedback on major development proposals, State significant sites and government policies and guidelines.
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