Boarding houses and co‑living housing
Boarding houses and co‑living housing provide compact rental accommodation for a range of occupants, with minimum tenancies of 3 months.
Bushfires
Trees and vegetation that act as fuel for bushfires are permitted to be cleared in identified bushfire prone areas, without the need to get approval.
Research confirms density close to CBD, lowers infrastructure costs
The NSW Productivity Commissioner’s latest report confirms the NSW Government’s approach to housing is on the right track.
Fire Safety Order issued to 2 Olympic Boulevard Sydney Olympic Park (SSD 5207) Parramatta LGA
Fire Safety Order issued to 2 Olympic Boulevard Sydney Olympic Park (SSD 5207) Parramatta LGA in May 2022
$25,000 bonus for next generation, world-class planners
NSW councils will receive $25,000 to pay young planners' tuition fees under a new strategy to help the NSW Government address skills shortages and tackle the housing crisis right across the state.
Fire Safety Order issued to Sydney Adventist School at 181 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga (SSD 5535) Ku-ring-gai LGA
Fire Safety Order issued to Sydney Adventist School at 181 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga (SSD 5535) Ku-ring-gai LGA in March 2022
Good design for housing
Over 100 examples of well-designed low- and mid-rise housing in NSW contributing positively to their area and providing inspiration for future housing.
Case studies – Councils Development Assessment Guide
Read how the department has collaborated with many councils since the release of the Development Assessment Best Practice Guide.
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.
Mine rehabilitation
We ensure major mining projects rehabilitate previously mined land so it can be used for other purposes.