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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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Interactive House

This tool provides important planning information for complying and exempt developments. Simply click on the section of the house to learn how the legislation is applied to that area.

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    On Exhibition

    The Department welcomes feedback from the community, government agencies and other stakeholders during public exhibition. View the On Exhibition system for draft plans and policies.

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      Major Projects

      Visit the Major Projects Website to have your say on State significant projects and track the progress of projects in the assessment process.

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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

      30 November 2019

      A new Community Participation Plan has been released by the NSW Government.

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      23 October 2019

      View terms of reference for the current review of the Independent Planning Commission by the NSW Commissioner for Productivity

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      28 February 2019

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

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