Regulation to prevent new gas network connections coming soon

The ACT Government is introducing a regulation to prevent new gas network connections in late 2023. While the details of the regulation are being developed, it is important that people should consider designing or building all electric now. Find out more about this important change.

A new planning system is coming to the ACT later this year.

Find out more about the key elements of the new system so you can be ready.

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29 June 2023

Asbestos Advice Notice

From 1 July 2023, when a house is sold, renovated or leased, the new owners or lessees will be given an updated asbestos advice notice (678.6 KB) letting them know that asbestos may be present in houses built before 1990.

26 June 2023

Regulation to prevent new gas network connections coming soon

The ACT Government is introducing a regulation to prevent new gas network connections in late 2023 (or as soon as practical thereafter). This means that you may not be able to obtain a new fossil fuel gas connection as part of new developments and substantial renovation projects.

26 May 2023

2023 Alastair Swayn Internship

University of Canberra architecture student Andrew Parish has been awarded the prestigious Alastair Swayn Internship for 2023.

5 May 2023

Expressions of Interest open for ACT Place Names Advisory Committee

The community is invited to comment on the Draft East Lake Place Plan, which will guide urban renewal in this important inner-south area that includes the Fyshwick Markets, Canberra Railway Station and The Causeway.

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ACT Planning Strategy

Planning for a sustainable, competitive and equitable city that is responsive to the future and resilient to change.

Build, buy or renovate

Bringing together information for community and industry when building, buying or renovating a property.

Homes and Housing

Helping you find the right housing option for you, including public and community housing, emergency and temporary housing, affordable home purchase and rental assistance.

Public Housing Renewal

Delivering the biggest upgrade to Canberra's ageing public housing since self-government in 1989.

Environment

Making Canberra a liveable and sustainable city.

Loose Fill Asbestos Coordination

Implementing a compassionate, safe, efficient and innovative program to eliminate loose fill asbestos insulation from Canberra suburbs.

Backyard Lifeguard

As a community we are all responsible for safety around pools and together we can reduce the risk of children drowning in swimming pools in the ACT.