Planning System Acceleration Program
The department has brought forward immediate measures and reforms to the planning system that will support productivity, investment, economic activity and jobs.

Reforms to planning to fast-track delivery of new public schools and health facilities
The Minns Labor Government is cutting red tape in the planning system today, announcing significant reform to fast-track the delivery of new and upgraded public schools and health facilities by up to eight months.

Fairer housing targets announced with incentives to councils to build better communities for NSW
New housing targets that rebalance housing across Greater Sydney, the Illawarra, the Hunter and Central Coast and regional NSW have been released today as the Minns Government announces an incentive scheme to encourage councils to meet these new targets.

New planning rules to fast track low and mid rise housing
The Minns Government is confronting the housing crisis with bold reforms to create tens of thousands of new, well-located, low-and mid-rise homes.

Full speed ahead for faster planning assessments
The planning system will be faster, easier to use and more transparent thanks to the delivery of a raft of new reforms aimed at improving the assessment of State significant projects.

Red tape to be cut from cemeteries and crematorium
Planning reforms to fast-track minor works in cemeteries across the state, come into effect from today, scrapping more planning red tape.

Raising capacity for venues is another shot in the arm for vibrancy
Capacity at venues that provide outdoor dining could be increased under proposed reforms that continue the Minns Labor Government’s crusade to unshackle entertainment and nightlife.

Minns Labor Government turning up the live music, under statewide vibrancy reforms
The Minns Labor Government is removing red tape to bring back live music and encourage local entertainment zones that are as vibrant and diverse– as traditional precincts like the Sydney CBD – especially at night.

Outbuildings in rural areas
Outbuildings are buildings that are detached from the main house, such as sheds, farm buildings and sometimes garages and carports.

Gantry
Gantry carefully integrates new residential buildings with existing industrial building fabric to preserve the rich history of the site. The mixed-use neighbourhood comprises 4 apartment buildings and 26 terraces.
