About the Government Architect
The Government Architect NSW works across government, private sector and community to improve social, environmental and economic outcomes for NSW.

Member profiles A – C
Profiles of panel members and state government design champions (A – C) who deliver independent, consistent design quality advice on projects.

Member profiles T – Z
Profiles of panel members and state government design champions (T – Z) who deliver independent, consistent design quality advice on projects.

More housing options for people with disability
The Minns Labor Government will significantly expand accessible housing options for people with disability thanks to NSW Housing Pattern Book designs that uphold industry standards for accessibility and adaptability.

Housing Delivery Authority established
The Housing Delivery Authority (HDA) has been formally established by the Minns Labor Government.

Plans for your area
Information on regional plans, Housing Acceleration Fund, local planning and zoning, urban design for regional NSW, and state significant precincts.

Bushfire maps for urban release areas
Changes to bushfire planning regulations in May 2014 have reduced the number of bushfire risk assessments required during development.

Lismore Flood Recovery Planning Package
The NSW Government has released the Lismore Flood Recovery Package to support the community as they rebuild and get people safely in homes sooner.

Update on addressing flood risk in planning decisions
To help councils and other planning authorities apply a risk-based approach to flooding assessment, we have released a planning circular for planning authorities.

Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley floodplain
The NSW Government, local councils, businesses and the community are working together to understand and manage flood risks in the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley.
