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NSW Government
Close to 3,500 homes declared state significant

10 April 2026

A further 15 projects have been declared as State Significant Development (SSD) following recommendations from the Housing Delivery Authority (HDA).

NSW Government
Making it easier to have your say: one consistent approach across NSW

8 April 2026

The Minns Labor Government is making it easier to have your say on planning proposals and ending confusion by developing a single Community Participation Plan, that will give communities a clearer way to have their say on planning decisions, no matter where they live.

NSW Government
Pre-Sale Finance Guarantee builds housing momentum across Sydney

6 April 2026

The Minns Labor Government’s world-leading $1 billion Pre-sale Finance Guarantee is building momentum in the housing pipeline, with a further 300 new homes in Pyrmont and Westmead set to start construction sooner thanks to the scheme.

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Planning Portal updates

Learn about changes to NSW Planning Portal digital services and explore the 2-year feature and technology roadmap.

Planning Portal release information

Discover the latest digital enhancements designed to improve the customer experience and support key policy initiatives.

Planning reforms

Discover how planning reforms are speeding up assessment timeframes, cutting red tape, and supporting projects that deliver jobs and community benefits across NSW.

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New housing at Cameron Park, Lake Macquarie NSW. Credit: NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure / Jaime Plaza Van Roon