The Minns Labor Government has unveiled a plan for a 42-hectare site in Parramatta North to meet the evolving needs of Parramatta, one of Sydney's fastest growing central business districts.
The rezoning proposal will allow for the delivery of 2,500 new homes well located on the new Parramatta Light Rail line and a new university campus with potential for up to 25,000 students in support of the Westmead Health and Innovation District (WHID). Importantly the new proposal will increase the amount of recreational green space, with roughly half of the precinct to be open space for the local community to enjoy.
The Parramatta North proposal will also deliver up to 12,000 high-value jobs by transforming the WHID, incorporating health services, research, education and supporting industry.
As part of the proposal, planning controls for State Significant Development Applications will include design guidelines and design excellence processes to streamline the delivery of quality community outcomes.
The rich history, cultural significance and local heritage of the area has been sensitively considered in the rezoning application of Parramatta North with over 30 significant heritage buildings earmarked to be conserved.
Parramatta North's Cultural Precinct, which incorporates the Parramatta Female Factory, is not included in the rezoning application. Respecting the heritage of this place, new and varied uses will rejuvenate historic buildings, showcasing compelling stories and enriching this historic area.
Home of the Burramada people of the Dharug Nation, PDNSW is working with local Dharug people as well as the Deerubbin Local Aboriginal Land Council to understand and reflect the wishes of First Nations peoples in the plans for Parramatta North.
The public exhibition will conclude on 10 February 2025. For more information, visit: https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/housing-and-property/our-business/precinct-development/parramatta-north-precinct
Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said:
"Parramatta is going from strength-to-strength, and delivering a vibrant Parramatta North is the next piece in the Parramatta puzzle.
"The rezoning of Parramatta North is crucial to unlocking the full potential of this precinct delivering jobs, housing, and open space, whilst taking full advantage of the new Parramatta Light Rail.
"Delivering a vibrant mixed-use precinct will mean the local community will be able to live, work and play on the doorstep of one of Sydney's fastest-growing central business districts."
Member for Parramatta Donna Davis said:
"As Parramatta grows, we need to make sure the things that make Parramatta special are maintained. Importantly, this proposal will protect the cultural precinct and earmark 30 significant heritage buildings for conservation, whilst delivering 21 hectares of open space.
"We achieved these outcomes through meaningful consultation with the local community. I encourage members to continue to have their say to shape the future of Parramatta North."
