New Act sections guide
The new Act is easier to navigate and understand. It has 10 principal parts, with decimal numbering of all provisions.
Sydney Metro Northwest: proposed SEPP amendment
An amendment to the State Environmental Planning Policy (State and Regional Development) 2011 is proposed for the development of government-owned land.
Place-based cultural immersion opportunities
The Department of Planning and Environment has launched a statewide expression of interest to identify local Aboriginal service providers that can offer place based cultural immersion training for employees as part of the department’s Aboriginal Cultural Capability Framework.
2023 January formal enforcements
The department conducts inspection and enforcement activities for compliance. Read the details of the formal enforcements conducted in January 2023.
2023 February formal enforcements
The department conducts inspection and enforcement activities for compliance. Read the details of the formal enforcements conducted in February 2023.
2023 March formal enforcements
The department conducts inspection and enforcement activities for compliance. Read the details of the formal enforcements conducted in March 2023.
New look panels to combat lobbying risk
Independent planning panels that make decisions on development applications and provide advice on rezoning proposals will be bolstered under new rules to reduce corruption risks and improve decision-making.
Have your say on plan for 900 new homes in Sydney's North-West
The next stage of the Hills Showground Precinct East development is now up for public exhibition which could see the delivery of 900 new homes to Sydney's North-West.
Community feedback sought on plans for new offices above Crows Nest metro
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment is encouraging the community to have its say on a plan to construct a new commercial building above the future Crows Nest metro station.
Jobs boost for Waterloo Metro Quarter
The Waterloo Metro Quarter will get an injection of thousands of new jobs, as a result of changes approved by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment.