Sydney's skyline is falling short of its soaring international rivals, with fears the city won't be able to accommodate an influx of jobs over the next two decades.
As the NSW Department of Planning begins to establish a more strategic approach to planning, the Sydney Business Chamber says the government needs to reassess building control standards in a bid to prepare for the growth.
"To be competitive, Sydney will need more commercial space given the forecast of 110,000 more jobs over the next 20 years," Sydney Business Chamber executive director Patricia Forsythe said on Tuesday.
NSW Planning Minister Rob Stokes would like to see a silhouette of skyscrapers in Sydney similar to those of New York, Shanghai and Hong Kong.
"We already have a harbour that's the envy of the world, imagine Sydney skyscrapers with the grandeur of the Shanghai Tower, silhouette of the Chrysler Building or identity of London's Gherkin," Mr Stokes told AAP.
The call for taller buildings makes good commercial sense for Sydney, Ms Forsythe said.
"If we can continue to increase the availability of commercial space, and at the same time find ways to develop a thriving local community hub, we can truly make the most of our city space," she said.
City of Sydney confirmed the plans were under review as many of the skyline limits were determined by aviation and flight paths.
At 309 metres, Sydney Tower remains the city's tallest building, with council restrictions stating no building can be taller.
The maximum building height allowed is 235m and is only permitted in specific areas, the Department of Planning said.
The Department of Planning is working with aviation specialists to compare international skylines in order to help the decision-making process for Sydney's skyscrapers.
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