Infrastructure Contributions Reform update
In October 2021, the Department of Planning and Environment exhibited a package of reforms to implement recommendations made by the Productivity Commission, following its review into infrastructure contributions.

Expression of interest
The NSW Government is committed to providing the homes that young people, families and workers need through reforms that are designed to streamline planning approvals for major housing developments.

The Housing Code
The Housing Code sets out clear planning rules for fast-tracked complying development, including single-storey and 2-storey homes, renovations and extensions.

Community feedback sought on coal exploration
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) is inviting the community to have its say on whether the Hawkins and Rumker areas near Mudgee are appropriate for coal exploration.

New homes for Melrose Park North
Plans for a new urban centre in Melrose Park North have been given the green light, paving the way for thousands of homes and jobs in Greater Sydney.

135 affordable homes for Lachlan's Line
More than 130 affordable homes could be on the way for North Ryde, following the NSW Government’s approved changes to Landcom’s development plans at Lachlan’s Line.

Solar farm approvals to light-up almost 200,000 homes
Almost 200,000 homes will be powered by clean renewable energy following planning approval for two large-scale solar farms in the Southern Tablelands region.

Housing Delivery Authority
The NSW Government is committed to providing the homes that young people, families and workers need through reforms that are designed to streamline planning approvals for major housing developments.

Protecting and restoring conservation land
The Cumberland Plain Conservation Plan commits to establishing new public reserves and private conservation land, connecting important areas of habitat and helping to restore degraded landscapes.

North Appin
The North Appin State Assessed Planning Proposal was lodged in August 2023 and seeks to deliver up to 3,000 new homes and land dedicated to koala corridors.
