2024 March formal enforcements
The department conducts inspection and enforcement activities for compliance. Read the details of the formal enforcements conducted in March 2024.
New diploma gives the future of planning a strong start
In a first for NSW, budding planners will soon have a TAFE pathway into the planning profession with a new diploma open for enrolments.
210,000 visitor milestone marks end of successful Penrith Beach season
Hundreds of thousands of Western Sydney families enjoyed the sandy shores of Penrith Beach this summer, taking full advantage of the first-ever beach season at Penrith.
Hunter Street over station development gets planning tick
A world-class precinct at Hunter Street is one step closer with plans for the key major CBD precinct receiving planning approval from the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
Planning changes begin today to deliver the homes NSW needs
The first stage of the NSW Government's transport Oriented Development (TOD) planning reforms is being delivered today, with the finalisation of the State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP).
The NSW Government is bringing planning into the 21st Century
Councils will soon have the opportunity to trial AI in their local planning systems following a $5.6 million investment from the NSW Government.
Unveiling the new Darling Harbour: a sound shell, upsized playground and expanded Chinese Garden
The NSW Government is inviting Sydneysiders to rediscover Darling Harbour with the opening of three new public spaces.
Well-designed low and mid-rise housing is already in your backyard
Today, the NSW Government and the Government Architect NSW, is launching an interactive map to showcase some of the best there is to offer in well-designed low and mid-rise homes.
Sydney residents want more mid-rise apartments
Medium rise and small apartment buildings have won out as part of new research released from the City Futures Research Centre.
Statement of Expectations Order
We have updated the minister’s Environmental Planning and Assessment (Statement of Expectations) Order 2021, also known as the Statement of Expectations Order 2021.