Statutory rules for local planning panels
Mandatory Local Planning Panels (LPPs) are in place for all councils in Sydney, Wollongong City, the Central Coast, Wingecarribee Shire and Lismore City.

Far West Regional Plan 2036
We’ve finalised a regional plan centred on a diverse economy, healthy environment and strong and connected communities.

North Coast Regional Plan 2041
The North Coast Regional Plan 2041 aims to protect the region and support population growth in the context of a changing climate.

Illawarra Shoalhaven Regional Plan 2041
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Regional Plan 2041 aims to protect and enhance the region’s assets and plan for a sustainable future.

Resources – Greater Newcastle metropolitan planning
Planning helps small to medium-sized cities like Newcastle to fulfil their economic potential and become thriving metropolitan locations with many attractions.

Map – Greater Newcastle metropolitan planning
Greater Newcastle Metropolitan Plan 2036 map of the vision.

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979
The Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 has been updated and is the culmination of the biggest overhaul of the Act since the legislation’s inception almost 40 years ago.

Kiama Harbour Revitalisation Action Plan
The Government Architect NSW was engaged to lead the collaborative development of an urban design-led strategic framework for Kiama Harbour.

Better planning decisions for Aboriginal communities
Two new groups have been established to speed up assessments, improve outcomes and unlock economic benefits for Aboriginal communities.

New Planning Framework to Connect with Country
A new guide has been released by the NSW Government to help better recognise Indigenous culture in planning and design.
