Dark Sky Planning Guideline
We created the Dark Sky Planning Guideline to help protect one of the world's most important observatories from light pollution.
Bespoke conditions and writing guide
Councils and planning panels will continue to be able to prepare bespoke conditions for site-specific issues that are not addressed by the standard conditions.
Dark sky education
We created a fun education unit so teachers, students and kids can all help protect the night sky.
Community feedback sought on first stage of Hills Showground Station Precinct development
The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment is encouraging the community to have its say on the construction of a new residential, commercial and community hub at the Hills Showground Station Precinct in Castle Hill.
Dark sky video series
Hear from leading experts on how light pollution is affecting the environment and our health.
Standard conditions of development consent
Standard conditions of consent must be used by NSW councils and local, regional and district planning panels when determining a development application.
Standard format for notices of determination
Amendments to the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 made in September 2022 will require consent authorities to prepare development consents.
Improving assessment guidance
The department has developed a set of guidelines to improve the quality of environmental assessments and documentation for state significant projects.
Horizon projects
The department has established the Horizon projects program to continue to deliver quality assessments across major projects and planning proposals.
Key features and frequently asked questions
These frequently asked questions relate to the exhibition of the concept proposal for the redevelopment of the Harbourside Shopping Centre.