Vineyard
The development of Vineyard will support its growing community with 2,300 new homes, a new school, playing fields, parks, cycleways and key infrastructure.
Far West
The NSW Government’s vision for the Far West is to create communities that can adapt to change, supported by a diverse economy, the right infrastructure and an exceptional natural environment.
Waterloo south
The NSW Government’s plan to renew Waterloo south will help deliver new social, affordable and private housing and improved community facilities and transport.
Do I need consent from my council?
The type of consent or approval you require, if any, depends on the scale and potential impacts of your development.
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The planning system
Learn how state and local planning legislation regulates land development, determining rules and assessments impacting your property.
Purpose of this guide
This guide deals with DAs that require development consent from council. It does not deal with State significant development determined by or on behalf of the minister.
Why are DAs required?
A development consent permits a new building that will change our environment, and may affect our amenity or the amenity of those around us.
Structure of the guide
Part 1 provides an overview of the NSW planning system. Part 2 describes the process to obtain development consent from council in detail.
Seminar kit
Your Guide to the Development Application Process was prepared to help inexperienced or first-time development applicants prepare high quality development applications for homes.