Welcome to Planning – where we shape a greener, healthier, and more inclusive Canterbury-Bankstown. Our work helps create a city that’s not only functional, but vibrant and welcoming for everyone.

We’re passionate about designing neighbourhoods that bring people together – from tree-lined streets and active transport routes to open spaces that support play, recreation, and cultural expression. By guiding how our City grows, we help deliver better homes, thriving centres, and connected places where people feel a strong sense of belonging.

Through expert advice, community partnerships, and an innovative mindset, we ensure that new development supports local character, protects our natural environment, and strengthens the social fabric of our City.

Planning plays a key role in coordinating the growth of Canterbury-Bankstown in a way that strengthens community, celebrates diversity, and enhances everyday life. 

Our team works across disciplines to shape the future of our City through:

• Guiding development and infrastructure projects to reflect Council’s long-term vision and community values.
• Creating and protecting green spaces that support mental and physical wellbeing, biodiversity and climate resilience.
• Supporting inclusive urban design that encourages connection, safety and pride in place.
• Promoting sustainable development through planning frameworks, strategic policies and expert design advice.
• Managing compliance and regulation in a fair and constructive way to protect the community and environment.
• Engaging with residents, businesses and stakeholders to ensure planning reflects shared priorities.