Using planning strategies and controls for cooling
Both strategic plans and planning controls have a role to play in creating cooler places and can be used to set strategic directions for heat mitigation.
Apartment Design Guide – Government Architect NSW
Case studies showcasing high-quality NSW apartment buildings and referencing the relevant aspects of the Apartment Design
Rezoning pathway for social and affordable housing
The NSW Government is introducing a simplified rezoning pathway. This will speed up rezoning proposals from Land and Housing Corporation, Aboriginal Housing Office and Landcom.
Sustainability standards for non-residential development
Introducing sustainability standards for all non-residential buildings will help drive NSW significantly closer to our target of net zero emissions.
Frequently asked questions – Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy
Learn more about the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy and how the NSW Government is committed to supporting a choice of well-designed and sustainable homes.
A region that values its people and places
As the Illawarra Shoalhaven’s population grows and changes, the proportion of older people is increasing, average household size is getting smaller, and there is demand for tourism-related housing.
Urban heat and canopy data
The program celebrates an individual, group or organisation that has made a contribution to creating a greener future.
Resources and maps – North Coast
Key resources providing background information on the North Coast Region.
Housing solutions for temporary and seasonal workers
The NSW Government is backing regional local councils to plan for more and better housing for thousands of temporary and seasonal workers needed to support major infrastructure projects and farms.
Sustainability – Hunter Regional Plan 2041
Planning for sustainable land uses and infrastructure in the Hunter region and building climate resilience into communities, the environment and the economy.
