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In February 2024, the NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy came into effect. This has reshaped what can be developed on certain residential sites across Sydney, including parts of Drummoyne.
With the recent wave of rezonings under the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, Transport Oriented Development (TOD) programs and other planning reforms across Sydney, Newcastle and the Illawarra, many older Australians are now living on land that holds far more value for development than ever before.
Owners in ageing apartment buildings, whether strata or company title, are increasingly facing the reality of mounting repair and maintenance costs. Common areas, structural components and essential services such as plumbing, electrical systems and lifts all degrade over time.
The NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy (LMR Policy) is reshaping the development landscape across Sydney, and the Eastern Suburbs are no exception. With new planning controls now in effect, suburbs like Bondi Junction, Rose Bay, Double Bay, Edgecliff, Paddington, Randwick, Kensington, Kingsford, Coogee, and Maroubra are seeing a surge in interest from developers and investors alike.
Many owners of property with significant development potential have thought about the potential returns from developing their property themselves. After all, if you could add a developer’s profit to the underlying land value, the returns could be two to three times higher than simply selling to a developer. But the question is how do you start and is it worth the risk?
The NSW Government’s new Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy (LMR Policy) represents one of the most significant planning changes in recent years and it’s set to reshape large areas across Sydney including the Inner West.
The NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy (LMR Policy) is a major planning change, affecting many properties across the Northern Beaches. The policy applies to a wide area covering key residential suburbs such as Manly, Fairlight, Balgowlah, Manly Vale, North Manly, Allambie Heights, Brookvale, Dee Why and Mona Vale.
The NSW Government has implemented the Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy (LMR Policy) and it is one of the most significant planning changes in recent years, applying to many hundreds of properties across a large swathe of the Lower North Shore.
The NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy isn’t just about housing, it’s about money. For those who move quickly, it presents one of the biggest opportunities for property owners and investors in years.
The NSW Government's Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy is set to boost housing supply by allowing a greater variety of homes in well connected locations. Stage 2 of the policy comes into effect on 28 February 2025 and will permit dual occupancies, terraces, townhouses, apartments and shop top housing in certain residential zones.
The NSW Government’s Low and Mid-Rise Housing Policy represents one of the most significant rezoning initiatives in recent history. Designed to accelerate housing supply, it allows for a greater variety of residential development in well connected locations.
The Bankstown Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Precinct, unveiled in November 2024, offers a groundbreaking opportunity for property owners. With rezoning and development controls now established, the precinct has emerged as a prime target for developers eager to leverage Bankstown’s strategic location and potential for higher housing density.
The Kellyville and Bella Vista Transport Oriented Development (TOD) precinct is part of Sydney’s Accelerated TOD Program, one of just eight precinct selected for fast tracked development. Positioned along the Sydney Metro Northwest corridor, this area offers property owners a rare opportunity to unlock their land’s full development potential.
Hornsby is on the brink of transformation, offering an exciting opportunity for property owners to capitalise on its inclusion in Sydney’s Transport Oriented Development (TOD) precincts. With the TOD SEPP now in effect, the area is set to benefit from significant infrastructure upgrades, enhanced public transport and increased housing demand.
The Crows Nest area is on the cusp of a significant transformation with the introduction of the Transport Oriented Development (TOD) precinct.
The property and development market is experiencing significant changes due to the newly announced Transport Oriented Development State Environmental Planning Policy (TOD SEPP).
Learn how with Augusta Advisors help the Auburn Sports Soccer club maximised the value of their property, transforming an ageing club building into a vital new club with a secure future.
Hear how the Mortdale RSL club is taking full advantage of its landholdings to secure delivery of a new, fully fitted out club and ownership of substantial commercial investment property.
Mortdale RSL’s experience provides good lessons for clubs looking to successfully capitalise on the potential of their property while keeping their risk low.
Having provided strategic advice to maximise the Stewards Foundation’s outcome, Augusta Advisors went on to secure a development DA, run a competitive developer selection process and, as this video sets out, manage the Foundation’s commercial position under the resultant development agreement.
Augusta Advisors provided strategic development advice that proved crucial to the Stewards Foundation’s outcome. Augusta went on to secure a development DA, run a competitive developer selection process and manage the Foundation’s commercial position under the resultant development agreement.
The property and development market is currently experiencing a surge in activity due to the introduction of NSW Housing Reforms this year, which are aimed at addressing the housing crisis.
Releasing more value from your land in Sydney's real estate market involves more than just recognising its underlying value. It's about strategically accessing the development profit to significantly boost your returns while minimising your exposure to additional risks.
Learn about how one major church went about minimising its risk while maximising the release of value from its property to achieve its goal of creating exciting new premises.
Optimising your club's property assets can pose significant challenges. For clubs seeking to navigate this journey, especially in the intricate landscape of property development, the importance of professional property development advice cannot be overstated.
Poker machine gambling reform in NSW developed as a major issue in the lead-up to the March 2023 NSW state election.
Our experiences advising private property owners have revealed a long list of important issues that are on the minds of private property owners.
Many clubs these days find themselves in difficult circumstances with financial problems, declining membership and ageing premises.
Walking into their brand new club for the first time is a great experience for the club’s members.
In most cases land earmarked for sale by clubs is more valuable for its contribution to the development potential of the main club site than the value received when the land is sold separately.