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 20 December 2024
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 care for our city and create a future for all.
Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 Continuing the Vision
For a city that is green, global and connected.
City of Sydney News
News
All electric buildings in city’s futureProposed new planning rules will require new residential buildings, large commercial buildings and hotels in our area to be all electric by 1 January 2027.24 June 2025News
$2.7b plan to transform city spaces and servicesOur budget includes a new civic square, enhanced parks and venues, and expanded support for culture and communities.19 May 2025News
Plans for an epic new public square move aheadSet to become the heart of the city, a civic space outside Sydney Town Hall has been in the works for more than 40 years.22 May 2025News
6 women from the City of Sydney share how STEM careers help them stay curiousAcross the City of Sydney, women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, are driving innovation, sustainability and smart solutions.10 February 2025News
119 Redfern Street wins sustainability award with ‘enoughness’ The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge centre was recognised for its adaptive reuse.28 November 2024News
Hear ye, hear ye! Your new City of Sydney CouncilThe centuries-old imported tradition that ushered in the next term for people gathered on George Street.11 October 2024News
A new era for Haymarket unfolds with urban renewalDiscover the changes shaping the heart of Chinatown's future: heritage upgrades, street improvements and cultural events.1 July 2025News
Streets ahead on road renewals worksHow better planning and collaboration helped us streamline these essential works.4 September 2024News
We want your say on plans to preserve the number of homes in our areaCheck out our proposed changes to planning rules by 23 August.13 August 2024News
George Street transformation wins Australian Urban Design AwardThe awards honour the highest quality, most innovative urban designs.3 April 2024News
Say yes to green space and no to greyhound racing at Wentworth ParkSupport green space at Wentworth Park by signing a petition and writing to the NSW Government ministers responsible for the lease that allows greyhound racing.26 March 2024News
From vacant to vibrant: Glebe building makeover for affordable housingWe’re contributing $3m to Wesley Mission’s development that will become a beacon of hope and community for nearly 100 residents.14 December 2023
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
Rehearsal space for students and school groups
