
New NSW Planning Laws – Effective 21 March 2026 – and Major Renovations
The reforms that offer some significant improvements for anyone looking to carry out a major renovation in NSW, be that an extension or second-storey addition.

The reforms that offer some significant improvements for anyone looking to carry out a major renovation in NSW, be that an extension or second-storey addition.

We explain why 2026 might be a good time to renovate if you can take advantage of some bottlenecks easing, while making smart financial choices.

Home improvement ideas you often see on TV renovation shows that you should think hard about to check if they are worth the added expense.

Billed as the biggest reforms to NSW planning rules in 50 years, we look at what’s changing and the progress of the legislation so far.

Why bringing your builder into the design phase at the very beginning helps avoid delays, unrealistic budgeting and unnecessary compromises.

Renovating on a tighter budget? Using our 40 plus years of experience, we recommend these strategies to maximise value and squeeze the most from your finances.

Understanding the key differences between a major and minor renovation will help you find the right people in Sydney to complete your project.

We look at the whether 2025 will be a good year to renovate in Sydney, and the various factors and indicators influencing that outlook.

We look at the emerging trends and economic influences affecting why and how Sydneysiders were renovating their homes in 2024.

Planning a home renovation should be exciting, but you don’t want to get too far down the track, only to discover that the ideas you fell in love with were never possible because of something you overlooked at the start.
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