The Environmental Planning and Assessment Amendment (Planning System Reforms) Act 2025 introduces significant changes to the NSW planning system—particularly for State Significant Development (SSD) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS). Here’s what you need to know:
🔹 Objects of the Act Now promotes a more proportionate and risk-based approach to planning.
🔹 Matters for Consideration (DAs) Greater focus on significant impacts, with clearer guidance on what is (and isn’t) relevant in assessments.
🔹 Application of Part 4 to SSD Provides clarity that Part 4 applies to SSD applications.
🔹 Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) Updated requirements for EIS content and assessment.
How can ADW Johnson help? Our experienced Planning team can:
✔ Navigate the new legislation and approval pathways
✔ Provide specialist EIS oversight
✔ Act as a full-service planning partner or undertake declaration-only REAP reviews For SSD projects, a Registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner (REAP) must review and declare that the EIS meets strict regulatory standards before lodgement on the Major Projects Portal. We’re here to support your project every step of the way.
📩 Get in touch with one of our REAP-accredited planners or learn more: https://www.adwjohnson.com.au/town-planning/
