11/10/2026
From 1 September 2026, new rules mean certain small-scale developments in NSW may no longer require neighbour notification or public exhibition.
This includes some projects such as:
🏡 Houses up to two storeys
🏘️ Dual occupancies up to two storeys
🏗️ Developments with up to five dwellings
📍 Subdivisions creating up to five new lots
These changes may streamline the approval process for some developments. However, they also mean neighbouring property owners may have fewer opportunities to formally comment on proposed works.
If you are buying a property or planning a development, it is important to understand how these changes may affect you.
For advice on property and conveyancing matters, contact our team on 02 4702 5905.