The fast-tracked approval of a 100 per cent affordable housing development in Schofields marks a major development in the delivery of much-needed affordable housing in Western Sydney.
The development, at 108 Burdekin Road, is a partnership between not-for-profit Link Wentworth and Landcom, and forms part of Landcom鈥檚 broader master-planned community in Schofields.鈥�
It is one of 14 approved housing projects being funded through the second round of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) which is set to deliver an extra 2,000 much needed homes across New South Wales.
Link Wentworth CEO, Andrew McAnulty, said the Schofields development alone will deliver 63 high-quality, 100% affordable housing apartments.
鈥淭he development will feature a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom homes, designed to support individuals and families on very low to moderate incomes,鈥� Mr McAnulty said.
鈥淲elcoming safe public spaces and common areas, including a community room, will support social interactions and foster a sense of community and belonging among residents.
鈥淪olar panels and water-efficient fixtures will help keep living costs low for tenants.鈥�
Mr McAnulty said it is in a prime location.
鈥淭he six-storey building is well positioned, offering excellent access to transport, education and employment hubs, ensuring residents can stay connected to the opportunities and services they need,鈥� he said.
The project was granted planning approval this month under the NSW Government鈥檚 State Significant Development (SSD) pathway, just six months after being submitted.
鈥淭his swift approval recognises the project鈥檚 alignment with the Government鈥檚 housing priorities and recognises the potential of community housing projects in addressing the housing crisis and delivering real community benefit,鈥� Mr McAnulty said.
鈥淏y utilising the 30 per cent height and floor space ratio (FSR) bonus, the project has been able to maximise the number of affordable homes delivered on the site, ensuring the best use of planning incentives to offer more affordable housing stock and tackle the housing crisis.鈥�
Link Wentworth will build and manage the homes with construction due to start by June 2026 and keys in the door in 2028.
Mr McAnulty said it is testament to what can be achieved when all levels of government, the private sector, and Community Housing Providers partner to deliver projects that provide real housing solutions for people who need it most.
Link Wentworth wishes to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land on which we work and pay our respect to the Elders past, present and emerging, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.