Rezoning changes could slow down housing production
30 August 2016
The announcement today by the NSW Minister for Planning that significant changes to the current land rezoning process will commence on 1 September 2016, has left the development industry confused, says the Urban Taskforce.
Job focus on gazelle companies - a leap forward
19 August 2016
The announcement by the NSW Government that it will financially help fast growing, small-to-medium gazelle companies along with other jobs support is a welcome initiative, says the Urban Taskforce.
Sydney Lord Mayor candidates must promote state and local issues
17 August 2016
The candidates for the position of Lord Mayor of Sydney must champion all of the city including state government projects, says the Urban Taskforce.
Parramatta working group to explore solar access issues to the city centre
17 August 2016
The establishment of a working group to explore solar access issues for the centre of Parramatta and their impact on future development demonstrates positive support by all levels of government for private investment and is good news for Parramatta, says the Urban Taskforce.
Greater Macarthur Priority Growth Area plans important for Sydney’s growth
01 August 2016
The announcement by NSW Planning Minister Rob Stokes that plans have been made for Wilton New Town and that the boundaries of the Greater Macarthur Priority Growth Area are to be extended is good news for managing Sydney’s growth, says the Urban Taskforce.