Housing Discussion Paper

Project Information:

The Cessnock LGA is among the fastest growing areas in NSW with a population expected to reach approximately 112,500 by 2041. This Discussion Paper has been prepared to seek feedback from the community and other stakeholders on a number of options that Council may progress as we plan for and manage growth in our Local Government Area (LGA). The Discussion Paper forms part of our Housing Theme review.

What is the Housing Theme Review?

We’re reviewing our main planning documents – the Cessnock Local Environmental Plan (2011) and the Cessnock Development Control Plan (2010) – to make sure they are still up to date and suitable. Since these plans were created, new regional and local strategies have been introduced, like the Hunter Regional Plan 2041, the Cessnock Local Strategic Planning Statement, the Cessnock Local Housing Strategy, and the Cessnock Urban Growth Management Plan. These newer documents include housing-related actions that we are now considering in this Housing Theme review.

What is the Housing Discussion Paper About?

The Discussion Paper looks at a range of housing issues and questions based on actions from approved State, regional, and local plans. Some of these apply to the whole local area, while others focus on certain places or zones. Each topic is explored in five steps:

1. Pointing out the action that led Council to look at the issue

2. Giving background information about it

3. Exploring possible ways to address it

4. Summarising the options we want your feedback on

5. Showing the recommended option

How will Council use feedback that is received?

The feedback we receive will help guide future decisions about housing in the Cessnock area. This could include changes to the Cessnock LEP and updates to the Cessnock DCP. Any changes to these plans will go through separate community consultation, as explained in the Cessnock Engagement Strategy. So, the Council will ask for more feedback before making any changes. Your input will also help shape future updates to other key plans, like the Local Strategic Planning Statement, Urban Growth Management Plan, and Local Housing Strategy.

Important Documents

• Housing Discussion Paper Document
• Explanatory Statement

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How to make a submission

This project will be on public exhibition from XXXX 2025 to XXXX 2025 and submissions are invited from the community.

You can also view hard copies of the documents at:

• Council’s Administration Building (Customer Relations Section);
• Cessnock City Library;
• Kurri Kurri Library

You can make a submission using the online form located below or by clicking this link.

Written submissions should be addressed to The General Manager and will be accepted up until 5.00pm on XXXX 2025 via:

• Email to council@cessnock.nsw.gov.au ;
• In person: over the counter at Cessnock City Council Administration building: 62-78 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325
• Post to PO Box 152, CESSNOCK NSW 2325