Estelle Grech, Planning Policy Manager, Committee for Sydney:  

“This rezoning is a game-changer – nearly 60,000 homes around the Metro is exactly the bold planning NSW needs. Housing paired with top-tier transport sets Sydney on track to a more connected and fairer future.

“These rezonings prove this government is serious about housing. Turning around such a large-scale rezoning so quickly sets a new standard for how fast planning can deliver.

“The 3% affordable housing target feels modest and we would have liked to see a higher figure, but it’s a big step forward. Affordable housing is now firmly on the agenda, paving the way for future rezonings to deliver even more.

“Sydney needs, and can accommodate, more density in these locations, but it needs to be done well. Parks, schools, libraries, and public spaces are critical for ensuring these new neighbourhoods remain liveable and resilient for generations to come, and we hope they’ve been factored in.”