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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.
Building locations and heights
The location and position of buildings on the Waterloo south block will help to minimise the shadow falling on outdoor areas, existing homes and new homes.
Housing mix
The plan for Waterloo south includes a mix of social housing, affordable housing and private homes.
Environmental factors
Over time, climate change will increase heavy rainfall and the risk and impact of flooding. It will also make the air temperature warmer.
Parks and outdoor spaces
There are 2 new parks included in the plan for Waterloo south. These provide green, open spaces where the community and visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities.