The maximum fine for failing to comply with a council order about how premises are used is increased to 10,000 for an individual or 20,000 for a corporation (1,000 and 2,000 penalty units respectively).

Places of public worship become subject to utilities orders under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, meaning they can be required to provide or upgrade utilities infrastructure (water, electricity, sewerage, etc.) as a condition of development approval.

The maximum penalty for failing to comply with certain planning orders under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act is also increased.