Terraces One of the most common questions we now hear from landowners, investors, and builders is this: My site is zoned R2 Low Density Residential. It also appears on the Low and Mid-Rise Housing indicative map. Can I propose terraces as complying development? It is a sharp question, and it is exactly the kind of puzzle the NSW Low and Mid-Rise (LMR) Housing Policy was designed to unlock. The answer is not a simple yes or no. Being on the map is only the start. Zoning, flood

Most conversations about the NSW Housing Pattern Book start with the building. Which terrace pattern. Which manor home. Whether the lot is wide enough, deep enough, and in a Low and Mid-Rise (LMR) area. Whether the scheme can be a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) under Part 3BA of the Codes SEPP, or whether it must go to a Development Application (DA). That is the right first conversation. It is not the last one. A Pattern Book house is, by design, a nominated drawing

At SN Architects, we believe that delivering exceptional results for our clients requires more than just innovative design; it requires a masterful understanding of the ever-evolving planning landscape. To ensure our strategies remain sharp, our team regularly analyzes publicly available planning determinations and case studies from external architectural and planning firms across New South Wales. Recently, we reviewed a fascinating third-party development application that wa

Welcome to the SN Architects blog! The landscape of residential development in New South Wales is undergoing a massive shift. With the introduction of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021—specifically the Low and Mid-Rise (LMR) Housing reforms—opportunities for medium-density development in traditionally low-density zones have expanded significantly. However, unlocking this potential isn't as simple as drawing up plans and submitting them. There is a delic

St Ives Terraces by SN Architects As urban populations grow and housing demands evolve, NSW's State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021 (SEPP Housing) provides a critical framework to address affordability, diversity, and sustainability in residential development. At SN Architects, we are specialists in NSW Low and Mid-Rise Housing Design, and we are committed to helping clients harness these policies to create vibrant, compliant communities. New planning rules now s

Image source: Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy Indicative Map. Please note this map is for illustrative purposes only and does not reflect specific site data. Delivering high-quality housing outcomes in Sydney’s most tightly regulated suburbs often requires more than good design—it demands a deep understanding of planning policy, interpretation of new legislation, and the confidence to challenge unclear mapping boundaries. A recent SN Architects pre-DA project in St Ives showc

Arncliffe Terraces by SN Architects Understanding Chapter 6 Low and mid rise housing: Key insights and guidelines for NSW developments | SN Architects As urban populations grow and housing demands evolve, NSW’s State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing) 2021 (SEPP Housing) provides a critical framework for addressing affordability, diversity, and sustainability in residential development. At SN Architects, we are committed to helping clients harness these policies to creat