The NSW Government has finalised the rezoning of land to enable the delivery of around 1,300 new homes across the NSW South Coast.
In Nowra, the finalised Nowra Riverfront Precinct and Mandalay Sub-Precinct rezonings will enable up to 900 new homes along the Shoalhaven River foreshore, including social and affordable housing, alongside restaurants, cafes and new public spaces.
In Kiama, the rezoning of a centrally-located former Council depot will unlock around 380 new homes on underutilised council land.
These rezonings will help make sure housing supply keeps pace with growth across the region over coming years, while also making sure that the liveability of local communities is improved, said Minister for the Illawarra and South Coast, Ryan Park.
“These are exactly the kinds of projects our region needs by turning underutilised but well-located land into thriving neighbourhoods where people can live, work and stay connected to their community,” said Minister Park.
“Whether it’s revitalising the Nowra riverfront or unlocking new housing opportunities in the heart of Kiama, these rezonings will deliver lasting benefits for the South Coast.”
Nowra Riverfront and Mandalay Sub-Precinct
The finalised rezonings will deliver:
- at least 30% social and affordable housing on Homes NSW land, and two per cent affordable housing on private land across both areas;
- building heights between five and 12 storeys in the Riverfront Precinct, and up to six storeys in the Mandalay Sub-Precinct, with design excellence requirements for taller buildings; and
- vibrant foreshore activation including boatsheds on Scenic Drive, and restaurants and cafes.
Kiama Depot
The final rezoning has been refined in response to the feedback and will deliver:
- approximately 380 new homes, with a maximum building height of six storeys;
- a minimum of 10% in perpetuity affordable housing;
- 600 parking spaces for residents and visitors; and
- housing that is aligned with the Low and Mid Rise Housing Policy, making sure a diversity of housing is available within walking distance of Kiama’s town centre and train station.
- The final planning controls have been informed and amended following public feedback.
“These rezonings are about removing barriers to housing delivery and making sure land is put to better use so more people can find a place to call home within the communities they choose,” said Planning Minister, Paul Scully.
Shoalhaven City Council will now prepare a site-specific Development Control Plan for the Nowra precincts to guide detailed design, while Kiama Municipal Council will determine next steps for the depot site with future development applications to be publicly exhibited for community feedback.
For more information, visit Nowra Riverfront Precinct, Mandalay Sub-Precinct and Kiama Depot.
