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Application Tracking

You can now search for applications that have been lodged via the NSW Planning Portal using our new Application Tracking service.

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Online Development Application

If you’re seeking council approval on a new build or renovation, you may be able to submit your development application (DA) online – anywhere, anytime, with our new online DA service. Find out which NSW councils are using this exciting new service.

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The ePlanning Spatial Viewer

The new Spatial Viewer is an enhanced digital mapping service that provides easy-to-use, information-rich maps for every address and lot in NSW.

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Sustainable Housing

The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) aims to deliver equitable, effective water and greenhouse gas reductions across the state. BASIX is one of the strongest sustainable planning measures to be undertaken in Australia.

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Have your say on the Draft Wilton Growth Area DCP

We want your feedback on the Draft Wilton Growth Area Development Control Plan 2019 (DCP)

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    Have your say on short-term-rental accommodation reforms

    We are seeking feedback on the draft instruments and Regulations that will introduce the state-wide planning framework and mandatory Code of Conduct for short-term-rental accommodation (STRA).

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    Introducing the NSW Planning Portal

    Welcome to the new NSW Planning Portal – a digital space where community, industry and government can work together to better understand and meet their obligations under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

    Please use the top menu to find important digital services, publications and open data tools. The tiles below provide helpful information covering sections of the Act.

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    Planning Administration

    Learn more about the administrative bodies and legislation that supports the NSW planning system. This includes links to the Greater Sydney Commission, NSW Land and Environment Court, Sydney and Regional Planning Panels and Local Planning Panels and information on the ePlanning Program that develops the NSW Planning Portal.

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    Plan Making

    Find everything you need to know about State and local planning instruments and how they might affect a proposed development. This includes State Environmental Planning Policies, Local Environmental Plans and Development Control Plans.

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    Development Assessment and Consent

    Understand the different planning approval pathways in NSW. From development applications through to complying development certificates and integrated developments. The size, scale and impact of the development will determine which of the assessment pathways is appropriate.

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    Building and Subdivision

    Learn more about the approvals necessary for a proposed development under the Building Code of Australia. This includes information on Construction Certificates, Building Certificates, Occupation Certificates and Subdivision Certificates.

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    Contributions and Payments

    For those developments that may require a financial contribution towards the cost of new and upgraded infrastructure or amenities. This includes information on State Voluntary Planning Agreements and Special Infrastructure Contributions.

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    Compliance

    Find the relevant publications and reporting tools to ensure your next development is compliant. This includes Ministerial Orders, the Open Data service and the Cladding Registration tool.

    News and Announcements

    28 February 2019

    Environmental Planning and Assessment (Planning Agreements) Direction 2019

    Ministerial Order

    28 February 2019

    Secretary's Assessment Requirements are now available to view on the NSW Planning Portal 

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    25 February 2019

    We have built a new website to better deliver information. Click here to visit the new Major Projects site

    Announcement

    21 January 2019

    The Online concurrence and referral service is now available within selected council areas

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