$100 million to increase biodiversity protection and deliver certainty for housing
The NSW Labor Government has delivered on its commitment to strengthen protection for koalas while helping deliver much-needed housing in Western and South Western Sydney, by enhancing the Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan.
Key actions and documents
New Infrastructure such as a road network, primary school, and water and electricity services were planned to meet the needs of the growing Vineyard population.
New Act sections guide
The new Act is easier to navigate and understand. It has 10 principal parts, with decimal numbering of all provisions.
New Secretaries appointed to Transport for NSW and Department of Planning and Environment
The NSW Government has today announced the appointment of a new Transport Secretary and a new Secretary of the Department of Planning and Environment. Both are ongoing, permanent roles.
Development assessment timeframes for social and affordable housing to be halved under Labor
The NSW Government has changed the way affordable and social housing development assessments are processed delivering faster approvals and more homes for those who need it most.
Economy – Central Coast Regional Plan 2041
The Central Coast Regional Plan 2041 seeks to grow the region’s industrial, high-tech and rural economies while preserving stunning natural landscapes.
Councils Development Assessment Guide
The development assessment process is a key part of the housing supply chain and impacts how efficiently new housing is delivered.
About the plan
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan supports western Sydney in the delivery of housing and infrastructure while protecting important biodiversity.
Central Coast – Strategic conservation planning
The NSW Government has released a draft plan for the area’s urban growth and environment – the Central Coast Strategic Conservation Plan.
Changes to the public sector to provide laser focus on housing and energy challenges
NSW Premier Chris Minns has today announced that the Department of Planning and Environment will become two new departments to better deliver on the Government’s priorities of addressing the energy challenges, climate change, the environment and housing.