Certainty for solar investment
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment is calling for community feedback on proposed changes to its guidance on developing large scale solar projects in NSW.

Rhodes
The Rhodes Place Strategy is a plan for the development of the Rhodes Precinct over the next 20 years. It aims to deliver new homes, jobs and infrastructure.

Environment and heritage
As our population grows and our state develops, we have put plans in place to ensure that we protect the natural environment and heritage.

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.

Research program
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan research program will help solve challenging issues and barriers to create a greener, more sustainable western Sydney.

Appin
We have assessed and approved a planning proposal for part of the Appin Precinct. The new urban development zone is for a 1,378 ha site.

Corridor Protection SEPP
Corridor Protection State Environmental Planning Policy (Major Infrastructure Corridors) 2020 (SEPP) protects Western Sydney major infrastructure corridors.

Better apartments
Promoting better apartment design through the State Environmental Planning Policy No 65 – Design Quality of Residential Apartment Development (SEPP 65).

Independent expert advice to steer future of Waterloo
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment will be responsible for progressing a proposal to transform the southern portion of Waterloo Estate, pending advice from independent experts.

Accessibility
NSW Department of Planning and Environment aims to make its website accessible to all people including those with disabilities or restricted internet access.
