A SVPA is an agreement entered into by a planning authority (such as the Department) and a developer.
A contribution paid by developers within a defined areas to help fund key state and regional infrastructure required to support growing communities. Currently being applied in limited circumstances.
The Housing and Productivity Contribution is a broad-based development charge within the Greater Sydney, Illawarra-Shoalhaven, Lower Hunter and Central Coast regions.
The practice notes help councils prepare contributions plans and negotiate planning agreements. They can also help applicants, and the community understand the local contributions system.
View a copy of all infrastructure contribution plans, planning agreements and contributions registers published by local councils and other planning authorities.
View a copy of the advice issued by the Minister to councils after their contributions plans have been reviewed by IPART.