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NSW Planning Reforms
Planning Reforms
The Government is introducing a suite of reforms to deliver a more efficient and optimised planning system for NSW. It’s about cutting red tape, not cutting corners or compromising outcomes.
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Environmental Planning Instruments
State Environmental Planning Policy (SEPP) Maps
SEPP and REP Maps are now accessible via the NSW Planning Portal. Click here to access current and historical SEPP and REP maps.
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Environmental Planning Instruments
Local Environmental Plan (LEP) Maps
For all current and historical LEP maps, please click here to access the dedicated LEP maps page.
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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.
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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 (SEPPs) and Local Environmental Plans (LEPs).
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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.
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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 (CCs) and Occupation Certificates (OCs).
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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 Special Infrastructure Contributions (SICs).
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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.
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State Significant Projects
Find out more information and have your say on projects that are classified as State significant.