Planning for the future
We continually monitor our progress and look to the challenges and opportunities that our city and its communities will face in coming decades.
Our plans
How we will deliver on our vision for a green, global and connected city.
Strategies & action plans
A City for All: Towards a socially just and resilient SydneyPublished 5 September 2019
Sydney Your Say
Have your say on our consultations from parks and playgrounds, to planning the future of our city.
Focus areas
Our areas of focus guide our efforts to lead, govern and serve the diverse people and businesses in our area.
Sustainable Sydney 2030
A set of goals to help make our city as green, global and connected as possible by the end of the decade. It is our communities’ plan for their city.
City of Sydney News
News
Visionary building plan for central Sydney gets the green lightThe new plan paves the way for future growth and prosperity in the heart of Sydney.30 November 2021News
New street furniture to revitalise our cityArchitect-designed infrastructure will help make our public places more attractive for everyone to enjoy.3 November 2021News
A new cycleway for Oxford and Liverpool streetsA 1.7km separated cycleway on one of our busiest bike routes will make it safer and easier to cross the city3 November 2021News
Vision to transform 3 big Sydney spacesNew plans for Town Hall, City South and Chinatown will help transform Sydney into a destination city.2 November 2021News
Annandale synthetic sports field gives the green light for playA new multipurpose facility in the inner Sydney suburb will allow training, futsal, hockey and soccer games in all weather.21 October 2021News
A new cycleway for King Street A better bike connection between the east and the city centre11 October 2021News
George Street transformation takes shapeWe’re getting ready to welcome you back safely to Sydney's city centre.22 September 2021News
Breathing new life into the city’s lanewaysWe’re enlivening forgotten spaces and helping support the Covid recovery.21 September 2021News
Take a virtual tour: Green Square primary school and community spacesYou're invited to find out more about the project, design and facilities planned for our communities.21 September 2021News
How you can help Oxford Street keep its vibeWe’re asking for input on the future of the beloved strip. Here’s how to give feedback and why your say matters.20 September 2021News
More community space for Pyrmont localsA new room for our communities, better access and an expanded gym are part of the proposed makeover.27 August 2021
2021 election
The election for the City of Sydney council was held on Saturday 4 December.
Built environment
Good planning and urban design today will ensure the city of tomorrow is beautiful and sustainable.
Development applications
Guidance on sustainable development
Community support and funding
People & communities
Social sustainabilityCommunity support & funding
Making Sydney inclusive for people with disabilityCommunity support & funding
Community services grantsPeople & communities
Homelessness
Culture and creativity
Culture & creativity
Creative cityCultural support & funding
Eora Journey: Recognition in the public domainCultural support & funding
City Art programCultural support & funding
Rehearsal space for students and school groups
