Greening our City grant 2022
The latest round of grant funding awared $9.9 million to 21 projects in 17 councils across Greater Sydney.
Housing map
Interactive map of good examples of low- and mid-rise housing design in NSW helping to fill the gap between detached single homes and high-rise apartments.
Flood recovery and resilience boost delivered for NSW Central West
More funding has been committed to help the NSW Central West region’s recovery from last year’s devastating floods and build resilience for the future.
Sydney is at risk of becoming a city with no grandchildren – Productivity Commission report finds
Today it has been revealed that Sydney is at risk of becoming a city with no grandchildren if we don’t meaningfully address the housing crisis.
Sustainable building reforms offer long-term savings for households
Home buyers and businesses can look forward to lower energy bills, with new sustainable building (BASIX) energy standards now in effect.
Biodiversity in Place – webinars
The Biodiversity in Place webinar series provides practical examples of how projects have considered biodiversity.
Unveiling the new Darling Harbour: a sound shell, upsized playground and expanded Chinese Garden
The NSW Government is inviting Sydneysiders to rediscover Darling Harbour with the opening of three new public spaces.
Land acquisition review
There are times when government agencies need to acquire land for public purposes such as public infrastructure. The Land Acquisition Review will consider how to improve the acquisition process.
Changes to support businesses and landowners
Changes to development consents, merit appeal periods and use rights to support businesses and landowners.
Projects
The department has an important role in assessing and determining proposals for major developments in NSW, including public exhibition.