The NSW Agency League Table is an interactive dashboard that monitors the performance of state agencies and electricity supply authorities in responding to referrals made during the development application process.

It is updated monthly and tracks performance against referral timeframes.

Publishing the league table is part of a broader suite of transparency and accountability measures supporting the NSW Government's commitment to meeting the targets of the National Housing Accord.

The league table reflects performance across all referrals, not just those relating to housing.

From 1 July 2026, the Development Coordination Authority (DCA) will provide a single, coordinated response to referrals that might have previously gone to up to 22 different areas across the NSW Government. DCA’s performance will not be shown between July 2026 and January 2027. This transitional period allows time to build the data needed for accurate reporting.

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Agency league table

The agency league table monitors the performance of agencies and electricity supply authorities against referral timeframes.

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Agency performance data snapshot

2025–26 financial year

Individual state agency performance

A snapshot of agency performance over a 6-month period for referrals is captured on the sixth business day of each month.

The NSW Government’s target is for at least 90% of referrals to be determined within required timeframes.

The agency league table shows the number of cases handled by each agency and the percentage completed on time over the previous 6 months.

Agency name* Number of cases % of cases within legislated timeframe Details
AusGrid 1,464 99%
DCCEEW - CPHR (Heritage NSW) 78 97%
DCCEEW - CPHR (Regional Delivery)** 11 100%
DCCEEW - Water 265 87%
Department of Education 5 80%
DPHI - Planning 6 100%
DPIRD - Agriculture
DPIRD - Fisheries 111 97%
DPIRD - NSW Resources 4 100%
Endeavour Energy 556 100%
Environment Protection Authority 43 100%
Essential Energy 1,301 97%
Hunter Water Corporation 14 86%
National Parks and Wildlife Service 4 50%
Rural Fire Service 1,623 76%
Subsidence Advisory NSW 87 99%
Sydney Metro 19 95%
Sydney Trains 102 99%
Sydney Water Corporation 526 92%
TransGrid 29 100%
Transport for NSW 485 91%
WaterNSW 211 98%

*AusGrid, Endeavour Energy and TransGrid are privatised companies. **Formerly BCS.

Combined performance across all agencies

The following data represents the total number of cases for all state agencies for concurrence, integrated development and referrals (CIR), and the percentage of on-time completions.

Month 2025-26 Number of CIR 2024-25 Number of CIR Details
01-July 1,317 1,104
02-August 1,227 1,179
03-September 1,081 995
04-October 1,232 1,212
05-November 1,173 1,233
06-December 1,051 1,092
07-January 819 911
08-February 990 1,045
09-March 1,056 1,051
10-April 978 942
11-May 1,339 1,160
12-June 1,249 1,028
2024–25 financial year

Individual state agency performance

A snapshot of agency performance over a 6-month period for referrals is captured on the sixth business day of each month.

The NSW Government’s target is for at least 90% of referrals to be determined within required timeframes.

The agency league table shows the number of cases handled by each agency and the percentage completed on time over the previous 6 months.

Agency name* Number of cases % of cases within legislated timeframe Details
AusGrid 1,194 98%
DCCEEW - CPHR (Heritage NSW) 76 93%
DCCEEW - CPHR (Regional Delivery)** 11 100%
DCCEEW - Water 233 81%
Department of Education 10 90%
DPHI - Planning 10 80%
DPIRD - Agriculture
DPIRD - Fisheries 68 91%
DPIRD - NSW Resources 2 100%
Endeavour Energy 462 96%
Environment Protection Authority 42 81%
Essential Energy 923 97%
Hunter Water Corporation 16 56%
National Parks and Wildlife Service 10 70%
Rural Fire Service 1,487 78%
Subsidence Advisory NSW 93 97%
Sydney Metro 15 73%
Sydney Trains 102 92%
Sydney Water Corporation 408 90%
TransGrid 31 87%
Transport for NSW 411 88%
WaterNSW 157 91%

*AusGrid, Endeavour Energy and TransGrid are privatised companies. **Formerly BCS.

Combined performance across all agencies

The following data represents the total number of cases for all state agencies for concurrence, integrated development and referrals (CIR), and the percentage of on-time completions.

No. Month 2024-25 Number of CIR Details
1 July 1,056
2 August 1,120
3 September 960
4 October 1,150
5 November 1,207
6 December 1,084
7 January 915
8 February 1,047
9 March 1,033
10 April 939
11 May 1,188
12 June 1,091
2023–24 financial year

Combined performance across all agencies

This data shows the total number of referrals across all agencies, as well as the percentage completed on time.

No. Month 2023-24 Number of CIR Details
1 July 1,067
2 August 1,282
3 September 1,055
4 October 882
5 November 1,260
6 December 1001
7 January 958
8 February 952
9 March 1155
10 April 990
11 May 1,271
12 June 894

Frequently asked questions

What performance is being monitored in the agency league table?

The percentage of referrals that are completed within legislated timeframes over the previous 6 full months.

Which agency data is available on the agency league table?

The total number of referrals completed for each agency in the previous 6 full months and the percentage that were completed within legislated timeframes.

Which agencies are shown in the agency league table?

Only agencies that have had a new referral in the past 2 years are shown.

Where is the data from?

The data shown in the agency league table is sourced from the NSW Planning Portal.

What are the legislated timeframes for referrals?

For development and modification applications lodged from 1 July 2026, the timeframe for responding to referrals is 28 calendar days from when the referral is made through the NSW Planning Portal and fees are paid.

For applications lodged before 1 July 2026, referral timeframes range between 21 and 40 calendar days.

Why is State significant development (SSD) not included in the agency league table?

Statutory referral requirements typically do not apply to SSD. While agencies are asked for their advice as part of the State significant development process, there are generally no statutory timeframes for providing this advice.

Why is agency performance measured over a 6-month period?

Measuring agency performance over a 6-month period provides a balanced snapshot that accounts for variations in development application volumes and complexity.