Making it happen – North Coast Regional Plan 2041
An Implementation Plan for 2022-26 accompanies the North Coast Regional Plan 2041. Combined, these documents guide the preparation of local land use strategies.
Regional City Action Plans
Over three-quarters of the region’s population growth over the next 20 years is projected to occur in Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, Lismore and Tweed Heads.
Design guidance
Good design of buildings and developments leads to increased social, environmental and economic benefits for our towns and cities.
Environmental matters
Environmental assessment policies provide information for a better understanding of important environmental matters related to development assessment.
Geographic areas
Some areas have unique qualities that need special planning and development assessment provisions to ensure assessment properly addresses those qualities.
Environmental Impact Statement guidelines
The department assesses applications for many different industries including mines, quarries and wind farms.
NSW/SA electricity connection
The Department of Planning and Environment is calling for community feedback on plans to construct the eastern section of the EnergyConnect interconnector between NSW and South Australia.
Frequently asked questions – Hunter Regional Plan 2041
Hunter Regional Plan 2041 frequently asked questions.
Economy – Hunter Regional Plan 2041
Our plan to support economic renewal and innovation and create opportunities for new land uses in the Hunter region.
Connections – Hunter Regional Plan 2041
Our plan to improve rail, freight and public transport connections in the Hunter region and better connect communities to services.