
Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements NSW
Sustainability Documentation Supporting Better Development Outcomes
Integrated sustainability, compliance and development approval expertise delivered through one consultancy team.
Senica prepares Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements for residential, multi-residential, mixed-use and commercial developments across Sydney and New South Wales, helping project teams align sustainability objectives with development approval requirements.

What is a Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statement?
A Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statement is sustainability documentation prepared to support development consent processes and demonstrate that relevant sustainability requirements have been considered within a proposed development.
These statements commonly address:
• Energy efficiency
• Water efficiency
• Environmental performance
• Building performance
• Emissions reduction
• Sustainability initiatives
Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements are often coordinated alongside ESD Reports, BASIX assessments, NatHERS assessments and broader development approval documentation.
Why Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements Matters
Sustainability requirements are becoming an increasingly important part of the NSW development approval process.
For many projects, sustainability outcomes must now be clearly documented and supported through structured assessment and reporting.
A Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statement helps project teams demonstrate how energy efficiency, water efficiency, sustainability initiatives and environmental performance measures have been considered before development approval is sought.
Early sustainability review can improve documentation consistency, reduce approval risk and support stronger project outcomes.

Our Sustainable Buildings SEPP Services

Sustainability Compliance Reviews
Assessment of project sustainability requirements and development obligations.

Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements
Preparation of sustainability documentation supporting development approvals and planning assessments.

ESD Report Coordination
Alignment of SEPP documentation with broader Environmentally Sustainable Design strategies.

BASIX & NatHERS Integration
Coordination of sustainability compliance pathways for residential projects.

Energy & Emissions Advice
Support identifying practical sustainability initiatives that improve environmental outcomes.

Development Approval Support
Integration of sustainability reporting within broader planning and approval strategies.
Projects We Support

Multi-Residential Developments
Townhouses, villas, residential flat buildings and apartment projects.

Residential Developments
New homes, alterations and additions, dual occupancies and secondary dwellings.

Mixed-Use Projects
Integrated commercial and residential developments.

Commercial Buildings
Office, retail and commercial developments requiring sustainability reporting.

Government Projects
Public sector developments seeking sustainability outcomes.

Institutional Projects
Health, education and community infrastructure projects.
Why Project Teams Choose Senica
Assessment support is most effective when it is integrated with broader sustainability, planning and compliance advice
Integrated Sustainability Expertise
ESD, BASIX, NatHERS, Green Star, NABERS, waste management and development compliance expertise delivered through one consultancy team.
Approval-Focused Advice
Sustainability strategies aligned with planning approvals, development consent and compliance obligations.
Practical Recommendations
Advice focused on implementation, project outcomes and long-term value.
NSW Development Experience
Supporting developments throughout Sydney, Greater Sydney, regional NSW and the Northern Rivers
Our Sustainability Consulting Process
1. Project Review
Assessment of plans, sustainability objectives and approval requirements.
2. Sustainability Assessment
Evaluation of environmental performance opportunities.
3. Documentation Preparation
Preparation of Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statements and supporting sustainability documentation.
4. Approval Support
Support responding to approval requirements and sustainability-related assessment issues.
Supporting Sustainable Development Across Sydney & NSW
Senica provides sustainability consulting and Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statement services throughout Sydney, Greater Sydney, regional NSW and the Northern Rivers.
Our team works with developers, architects, project managers, institutions and government stakeholders to integrate sustainability into practical development outcomes.

Related Sustainability and Compliance Services
Green Star assessment support is often part of a broader sustainability and compliance strategy. Explore Senica’s related services below.
Waste management documentation supporting development applications.
Frequently asked questions
Need a Sustainable Buildings SEPP Statement?
Contact Us
Whether you are preparing a development application for a residential, multi-residential, mixed-use or commercial project, Senica can provide sustainability documentation and compliance advice aligned with your approval pathway.
Send your plans or project information to info@senica.com.au or call 02 8006 7784 and our team will provide project-specific advice, a tailored fee proposal and clear guidance on the next steps required for your project.
