Have your say on NSW Planning Regulation

01 September, 2021
The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment has released a draft Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 (NSW) for consultation. The regulation will make changes to numerous aspects of the planning system, including in relation to development applications and modifications, designated and complying development and assessments under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW). Read more

Court imposes consent condition requiring management of PFAS

02 August, 2021
The New South Wales Land and Environment Court has granted a development consent subject to conditions requiring PFAS-contaminated material be removed and impacted land remediated. The PFAS-contaminated material had been placed for soil improvement and was discovered during a site view for the proceedings. Read more

Significant changes to local infrastructure contributions proposed

09 July, 2021
The NSW Government proposes to change the way local infrastructure contributions are levied. A new ‘land value contribution’ may be applied in certain circumstances either on the sale of developable land or on development, in addition to existing contributions. Will this potentially lead to increased complexity and act as a disincentive to development or will … Read more

Have your say on increasing flexibility and efficiency in NSW heritage protection laws

04 June, 2021
On 13 May 2021, the NSW Legislative Council’s Standing Committee on Social Issues commenced a review of the Heritage Act 1977 (NSW) (Heritage Act). The proposed changes are intended to walk the fine line of making it easier and less expensive to own heritage property while also improving heritage outcomes. A tiered system for heritage protection and additional enforcement options are some of the items for consideration. The Committee is accepting submissions until 27 June 2021. Read more