Archived planning system circulars
Archived planning system circulars are no longer current but continue to provide historical information and advice on planning system matters.
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For enquiries and general feedback that relate to the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
Development without consent
Not all development requires consent. This applies to some low-impact or routine activities such as environmental protection works in conservation zones.
State significant development
The Rapid Assessment Framework for state significant development and state significant infrastructure streamlines the assessment of major projects.
State significant infrastructure
Some types of infrastructure are deemed to have state significance due to the size, economic value or potential impacts that it may have.
Streamlining major project assessment
The department is proposing a streamlined way of setting environmental assessment requirements for State Significant Development applications.
Electric vehicle charging units
Detailed information and case studies about electric vehicle charging unit policies, planning approval pathways, installation and conditions.
Vegetation in non-rural areas
The State Environmental Planning Policy (Vegetation in Non-Rural Areas) 2017 (Vegetation SEPP) commenced in New South Wales on 25 August 2017.
Mid-rise designs
The mid-rise patterns have been prepared to provide well-designed and cost-effective apartments for people in locations that have access to amenity, services, and public transport.
Housing and productivity contribution
A new approach to state infrastructure contributions has been introduced to support housing and productivity in key growth areas for NSW.