Along with other levels of government, we are responsible for planning for the future needs of the Sutherland Shire, including supporting new housing, employment generation and infrastructure.

This work seeks to deliver a high-quality urban environment, which provides housing choice, vibrant centres, well-planned and balanced development and integrated transport networks.

This website section outlines some of the key programs, projects, plans and documents which form part of this work, including Place Plans and Public Domain Plans.

2018 Kurnell Peninsula Lagoon Oblique
Kurnell Peninsula Planning Proposal
The NSW Government has exhibited a Planning Proposal for around 4,300 homes on the Kurnell peninsula.
Aerial suburbs development
Place Plans
We’re preparing Place Plans, to capture what our community values in key town centres and what could make them more liveable.
Cronulla Plaza
Public Domain Plans
Public Domain Plans set out a vision for the future look and feel of public places within town centres, including streets, footpaths and plazas.
House, impact, environment
Local Housing Strategy 2041
Council's plan to increase housing supply, promote housing diversity, and improve affordability to accommodate future population growth.
Local Strategic Planning Statement
The Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) sets out Sutherland Shire’s long-term land use planning vision.
Affordable Housing
Affordable Housing Contribution Scheme
Council's policy to support funding for affordable housing.
Development Application
State Reforms - Low and Mid-Rise Housing
NSW Government has recently made some provisions to increase housing capacity in close proximity to selected train stations and centres, through the State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021.