Draft amendments
Electrification of all new residential developments
At its meeting on 25 August 2025, Council resolved to endorse and publicly exhibit a draft amendment to North Sydney Development Control Plan (NSDCP) 2025 to introduce provisions for electrification of all new residential developments, at its meeting on 25 August 2025.
This draft amendment supports the shift to all-electric homes in new residential developments, by phasing out gas connections and appliances. Electrifying residential buildings reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and improves the comfort and health of residents. It is the first step in phasing out gas in the North Sydney local government area, with potential to expand to other types of development, and aligns with similar policies adopted by other Sydney councils.
The draft amendment to NSDCP 2025 will be on public exhibition from Thursday 16 October to Friday 14 November 2025 and may be viewed on Council's YourSay website, at the Customer Service Centre, and at Stanton Library.