It is important to understand the zoning codes & restrictions that apply before you are planning on developing or investing in land. In this article, we will go through different types of zoning in NSW
Low-Density Residential Zone R2
Zone R2 Low-Density Residential Zone Direction. The following must be included as either “Permitted without consent” or “Permitted with consent” for this zone: Roads
1. Objectives of Zone:
- To provide for the housing needs of the community within a low-density residential environment.
- To enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day-to-day needs of residents.
2. Permitted without consent: Home occupations
3. Permitted with consent: Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Dwelling houses; Group homes; Oyster aquaculture; Pond-based aquaculture; Respite day care centres; Tank-based aquaculture
4. Prohibited
Medium Density Residential Zone R3
Medium Density Residential Zone Direction. The following must be included as either “Permitted without consent” or “Permitted with consent” for this zone: Roads
1. Objectives of Zone:
- To provide for the housing needs of the community within a medium-density residential environment.
- To provide a variety of housing types within a medium-density residential environment.
- To enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day-to-day needs of residents.
2. Permitted without consent
3. Permitted with consent: Attached dwellings; Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Group homes; Multi dwelling housing; Neighbourhood shops; Oyster aquaculture; Places of public worship; Respite day care centres; Seniors housing; Tank-based aquaculture
4. Prohibited: Pond-based aquaculture
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High-Density Residential Zone R4
High-Density Residential Zone Direction. The following must be included as either “Permitted without consent” or “Permitted with consent” for this zone: Roads
1. Objectives of Zone
- To provide for the housing needs of the community within a high-density residential environment.
- To provide a variety of housing types within a high-density residential environment.
- To enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day-to-day needs of residents.
2. Permitted without consent
3. Permitted with consent: Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Community facilities; Neighbourhood shops; Oyster aquaculture; Places of public worship; Residential flat buildings; Respite day care centres; Shop top housing
4. Prohibited: Pond-based aquaculture; Tank-based aquaculture
Mixed-Use Zone B4
Mixed Use Direction. The following must be included as either “Permitted without consent” or “Permitted with consent” for this zone: Roads
1. Objectives of Zone
- To provide a mixture of compatible land uses.
- To integrate suitable business, office, residential, retail, and other development in accessible locations so as to maximize public transport patronage and encourage walking and cycling.
2. Permitted without consent
3. Permitted with consent: Boarding houses; Centre-based child care facilities; Commercial premises; Community facilities; Educational establishments; Entertainment facilities; Function centres; Hotel or motel accommodation; Information and education facilities; Medical centres; Oyster aquaculture; Passenger transport facilities; Recreation facilities (indoor); Registered clubs; Respite day care centres; Restricted premises; Seniors housing; Shop top housing; Tank-based aquaculture
4. Prohibited: Pond-based aquaculture
Zone SP1
Special Activities Direction. The following must be included as “Permitted with consent” for this zone: Aquaculture
1. Objectives of Zone
- To provide for special land uses that are not provided for in other zones.
- To provide for sites with special natural characteristics that are not provided for in other zones.
- To facilitate development that is in keeping with the special characteristics of the site or its existing or intended special use, and that minimizes any adverse impacts on surrounding land.
2. Permitted without consent
3. Permitted with consent: The purpose shown on the Land Zoning Map, including any development that is ordinarily incidental or ancillary to development for that purpose
4. Prohibited
For further reading about zoning in NSW, you can refer extensively to the page :
https://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/#/view/EPI/2006/155a/partlanduseta/include8
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