A special infrastructure contribution (SIC) was proposed to help fund new or upgraded infrastructure across the Hunter region.
Infrastructure funding for the Hunter region will now be provided by the Housing and Productivity Contribution (HPC), which replaced the draft SIC scheme on 1 October 2023.
The HPC applies to development applications for new residential, commercial and industrial development (including complying development and state significant development) in the Greater Sydney, Lower Hunter, Central Coast and Illawarra-Shoalhaven regions.
Funds collected under the system help to deliver essential infrastructure such as schools, hospitals, major roads, public transport infrastructure, and regional open spaces to help create vibrant, liveable communities.
The HPC will help fund:
- state and regional roads
- primary and secondary schools
- police station, ambulance station and community health facilities.
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For more information, phone the Housing Supply and Infrastructure team on 1300 420 596.