Estimated development cost
The department will use estimated development cost across the planning system, replacing cost of development and capital investment value.

Special entertainment precincts
Special entertainment precincts to provide a different way for councils to manage amplified noise from licensed premises.

Archived planning system circulars
Archived planning system circulars are no longer current but continue to provide historical information and advice on planning system matters.

Planning pathways for cemeteries
The department has introduced a new exempt and complying development framework for maintenance and other minor works within existing cemeteries.

Supportive accommodation and temporary housing
Supportive accommodation is for a person or people who need supervision and support services to be provided on-site.

Current planning system circulars
Planning system circulars provide non-statutory advice on NSW Government principles, procedures and practices to assist implementing planning laws and policies.

Western Sydney Aerotropolis SIC
The Western Sydney Aerotropolis Special Infrastructure Contribution (SIC) provides for developer contributions of up to $1.1 billion to be collected from developers to deliver important State and regional infrastructure.

Crown development applications
Crown agencies play a major role in providing essential services and infrastructure in areas such as education, health, social housing, transport, emergency responses and legal and justice services.

Stage 2 – Lodging your development application
Lodgement is the formal start of the DA process. Council will check that all the information has been provided.

Fast-track your planning approval
All NSW Housing Pattern Book designs are eligible for fast-tracked assessment. Our guide will help you prepare and lodge your planning application.
