Improving development assessment – Discussion paper
HIA backs proposed reforms to streamline development application assessments in NSW. The discussion paper aims to cut delays and reduce excessive information requests from consent authorities.
Will NSW DA assessment reforms speed up my development approvals?
Builders and contractors face fewer DA delays, meaning faster project starts and less admin time chasing approvals. Directly affects builders and those tendering on new developments.
Key takeaways
- HIA supports proposed changes to make development application assessments faster and more consistent.
- The reforms aim to reduce the number of requests for further information that slow down DA approvals.
- Consent authorities would assess DAs more efficiently under the proposed measures.
- Faster DA processing could mean quicker project starts for builders and developers.
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