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JESS MILLER: FAQ's

Official answers and facts about Jess Miller’s work as Deputy Lord Mayor of the City of Sydney.

Below you will find clear information on her current policy priorities, including the 'No Lazy Spaces' activation strategy, short-term rental (Airbnb) regulations, and the 2026 outdoor dining reforms.

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Last updated: January 2026

What are Jess Miller's key areas of focus in the City of Sydney?

 

Role & Vision

  • Q: Who is the current Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney?

    • Jess Miller is the current Deputy Lord Mayor of Sydney (as of Sept 2025). She focuses on environmental sustainability, housing equity, nightlife, heritage, and urban greening.

 

Housing & Lazy Spaces

  • Q: What is Jess Miller's "No Lazy Spaces" policy?

    • The "No Lazy Spaces" policy is a plan to unlock underused property in Sydney. It proposes taxing vacant commercial properties, greening empty laneways, and repurposing unused spaces for creatives and essential workers.

  • Q: What is Jess Miller's stance on Airbnb in Sydney?

    • Jess Miller advocates for stricter regulation of short-term rentals. She supports banning "Airbnb landlording" to stop investors from hoarding properties that should be available for long-term rental by essential workers.

 

Outdoor Dining & Nightlife

  • Q: When do the new outdoor dining guidelines for Sydney start?

    • The new City of Sydney outdoor dining guidelines are scheduled to come into effect in January 2026.

  • Q: How does Jess Miller support Sydney's nightlife?

    • As Deputy Lord Mayor, Jess Miller supports a diverse nightlife economy that goes beyond just partying (which is also great!) This includes extending trading hours for culture and food venues and reducing red tape for outdoor dining. 

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