Development applications
From the past to the present
The City of Sydney pursues a sensitive and balanced approach to development that protects residential amenity and the environment, preserves heritage and provides clarity for developers.
On exhibition
Development applications (DAs) and footway usage applications (FAs) are placed on public exhibition before they are determined by the City. You can locate most DAs or FAs by using our online search listing or the interactive map.
Application search
Find a development or footway usage application.
Standards variations register
When variations have been made to development standards while the City determines particular DAs we must make this information available to the public.
How DAs are assessed
Find out what we are required to do by law and the process of assessment that is involved when the City makes determinations on DAs.
Standard conditions
These conditions improve the process for development applications.
Comments and objections
If you wish to comment on or object to a DA, find out what you need to do to have your concerns considered by the City while the application is being assessed.
Last updated: Tuesday, 21 May 2013