GOVERNMENT REMOVES RED TAPE FOR "DIY" HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Source: New South Wales. Minister for Planning. Media Release.
"The NSW Government has removed the need for homeowners to get planning approval for 40 types of home improvement, such as installing a clothes line, air conditioning unit or pergola.
Ms Keneally said the NSW Housing Code also makes it a lot easier to get development approval for new houses.
“Under the new ‘checklist-style’ complying development code, many new home proposals can be approved within 10 days if they meet specified standards,” Ms Keneally said.
“The code outlines how new single and two storey dwelling houses, and home alterations and additions, on lots of 450 square metres and greater can be quickly approved.”