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
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 2021News
Check out our latest pocket park upgradesWith the clear mental health benefits of a short walk or being amongst nature, enjoy a rejuvenating pocket of green.10 August 2021News
Skaters’ dream comes to life at Federal Park skate parkBreak out that BMX bike, skateboard or scooter and work up a sweat at our new space6 August 2021News
Climate startups scale up in new Sydney hubLocal tech talent gets ready for a global market5 August 2021News
Transforming Waterloo and AlexandriaNew planning rules to bring thousands of new jobs to the area.27 July 2021News
New Green Square school will mean space for allWe’re sharing the winning design for a state-of-the-art primary school and community hub in our inner-city.15 July 2021News
Global pledge for greener, cooler and more connected Sydney30 cities sign the urban nature declaration15 July 2021News
More opportunities to exercise safely during the Covid-19 pandemicOur sports fields lights are on later so more people can exercise outside after dark.5 July 2021
2021 election
The next election for the City of Sydney Council will be 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
