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Published on: 02 Jul 2026

The Transport and Infrastructure SEPP makes it easier to protect, improve or use land in NSW, including using land for transport infrastructure.

Glenfield to Leppington South West Rail train tracks, Sydney. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Salty Dingo

Published on: 02 Jul 2026

In-fill affordable housing

In-fill affordable housing provides opportunities for the delivery of new affordable housing to meet the needs of households on very low to moderate i...

Prickly pear cactus on a residential street in Banksia, NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning and Environment / Adam Hollingworth

Published on: 02 Jul 2026

Consolidated state environmental planning policies

State environmental planning policies are being consolidated to align with theme-based focus areas.

Aerial view over Redfern NSW. Credit: Bill Code/DPHI

Published on: 02 Jul 2026

Apartment Design Guide

The Apartment Design Guide provides consistent planning and design standards for apartments across the state.

Ilume Apartments, Little Bay by Tony Caro Architecture and MAKO Architecture. Credit: Brett Boardman Photography

Published on: 02 Jul 2026

Statement of Expectations Order

The Minister's Environmental Planning and Assessment (Statement of Expectations) Order supports councils to continue improving approval times.

An example of mid-rise housing at Huntley Street, Alexandria. Credit: James Grabowski/DPHI

Published on: 01 Jul 2026

Housing and productivity contribution

A new approach to state infrastructure contributions has been introduced to support housing and productivity in key growth areas for NSW.

Aerial view of housing and green space at sunset. Credit: DPHI

Published on: 01 Jul 2026

A faster and easier planning system for NSW

The NSW planning system will undergo one of the most significant structural changes in a generation from today, with the establishment of the Developm...

Published on: 01 Jul 2026

Post Consent Support Service – Development Coordination Authority

The Development Coordination Authority is offering a new Post Consent Support Service for dedicated assistance to developers facing challenges progres...

Published on: 01 Jul 2026

What we do – Development Coordination Authority

The Development Coordination Authority (DCA) provides NSW Government technical expertise to support planning and development decision‑making across th...

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