Proposed changes to speed up housing approvals in Australia's most expensive property market also pose environmental and corruption risks and will come under further scrutiny.

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The reform of a "confused" planning system - focused on getting more homes built - will be debated and likely amended in NSW parliament on Wednesday.

While changes are ostensibly focused on housing, green groups are concerned mining applications could be fast-tracked while farmers have similar concerns over renewable energy projects, causing angst in the regions.

Opposition Leader Mark Speakman has flagged multiple amendments, including reviews and other oversight of

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