UDIA is concerned by the proposed introduction of new clauses and associated maps for Environmentally Sensitive Land – Terrestrial Biodiversity and Riparian land and Watercourses for the following reasons: – The maps are based on outdated and low resolution maps that are used for other purposes and are not intended for use in the way […]
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UDIA NSW makes this submission into the Draft Central Sydney Planning Strategy. Many of our members have made direct submissions in relation to the strategy, and this submission aims to synthesise the key issues within the Central Sydney Planning Strategy and highlight the broad concerns that our members have with the Strategy. The Strategy has […]
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UDIA believes that applying an Affordable Housing Contributions Scheme under SEPP 70 in the Wollongong LGA (without providing additional incentives or upzoning) would increase the cost base of market housing. This would add to the pressure on housing affordability, rather than improve it. UDIA supports an incentive-based approach to promote the development of Affordable Housing […]
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The existing flood risk planning regime, including the NSW Floodplain Development Manual, is widely accepted and works well. The 1:100 AEP plus freeboard has been accepted by the NSW community over several decades as the appropriate level for managing flood risk, unless there are exceptional circumstances. In the vast majority of NSW, insurance – not […]
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The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) NSW is the peak body representing the interests of the urban development industry in New South Wales. We represent over 500 member companies that are directly involved in the industry including developers, strata and community managers, planners and lawyers. UDIA NSW advocates for liveable, affordable, and connected cities, […]
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