A mix of more than 5,000 new and affordable homes could soon be built in Sydney ’ s North West , at Riverstone East and Schofields , with development proposals now open for public feedback . The Riverstone East Stage 3 draft precinct plan proposes rezoning and planning control changes to deliver up to 3,600 homes , schools and supporting infrastructure .

The plan includes zoning for more diverse housing , a 10 per cent affordable housing target , a primary and high school , community centre , new road network to support buses and cyclists , and access to Tallawong and Riverstone stations .

A separate draft plan at Schofields proposes a $ 500 million project to deliver 1,751 new homes , with 33 per cent to be allocated for affordable and Build to Rent housing for at least fifteen years .

The plan also proposes changes to planning controls , increasing the maximum building heights from 16 to 32 metres , or approximately four storeys to eight .

The Schofields project is a stateassessed planning proposal which includes 6.3 hectares of land for medium density housing at Railway Terrace . It ’ s one of five

to be assessed as part of the Rezoning Pathways Program which aims to increase housing supply and diversity in NSW .

Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said ,

“ If approved , these plans will provide more homes for Sydney ’ s North West Growth Area with new homes , parks and playgrounds , community facilities , roads , and other critical infrastructure .”

“ These plans represent a significant investment to bolster housing supply in the area , to make sure that thriving communities like those in the North West can grow with both new families moving in and young people having the choice to stay where they ’ ve grown up in .

“ The community and other stakeholders have a vital role to play in shaping the future of Riverstone East and Schofields and I encourage everyone have their say on the future of these sites .”

Member for Riverstone Warren Kirby said ,

“ The updated draft plans for Riverstone East Stage 3 and Schofields are a great example of development done right . In addition to residential uplift there is improved community amenity to support the population increase .”

Part of the proposed plan on display .

“ The inclusion of two new education sites as well as the massive increase to Rouse Hill regional park is an indication of our government ’ s commitment to creating communities instead of only delivering more housing .

“ Public exhibition for the draft ILP and Discussion Paper will be on public exhibition to 14 March 2024 and will provide the public with the opportunity to view and provide formal feedback on the plans .”

Feedback received during the exhibition period will be reviewed and considered in finalising the plan by mid- 2024 . Once finalised , the land within the precinct will be rezoned and Blacktown City Council will become the consent authority for most new developments .

For more information and to make a submission , visit www . planning . nsw . gov . au / news / plans-5000-new-westernsydney-homes-open-feedback .

Crown land managers , community groups , local Aboriginal Land Councils , native title groups , tenure holders , and members of the public are invited to have their say on a review of the legislation that governs the management and use of Crown land across the state .

The Department of Planning , Housing and Infrastructure is conducting a five-year statutory review

Healthcare building on Crown land .

of the Crown Land Management Act ( CLMA ) 2016 and invites you to have your say .

The review will determine how well the Act is working and identify reforms that could strengthen and improve it to better manage the Crown estate .

It will consider if the Act has delivered as intended a modern , streamlined , and comprehensive framework to manage Crown land , and

if its policy objectives and terms remain valid and appropriate .

The review is also a chance to consider if further reforms are needed to ensure the goals of the first state strategic plan for Crown land , Crown Land 2031 , can be achieved .

An important part of the review is seeking stakeholder feedback . The public can offer feedback until 19 March 2024 , interested parties are encouraged to visit https :// www . crownland . nsw . gov . au / to review a discussion paper and make submissions .

Crown land is land that is managed by the NSW Government , or delegated Crown land managers , for the benefit of communities .

Crown land provides space for a variety of uses including parks , sporting grounds , Scout and Girl Guide halls , surf clubs , cultural heritage sites , caravan parks and racecourses , as well as areas for business and grazing . It also plays a critical role in restoring and supporting the rights of Aboriginal people in NSW via Aboriginal land rights and native title interests .

Minister for Lands and

Property Steve Kamper said Crown land is at the heart of many local communities .

“ Crown land has never been more important to the people of NSW providing spaces for recreation , community groups and sporting organisations as well as environmental reserves to support native animals and plants ,” Mr Kamper said .

“ It also generates revenue , which is funnelled back into the community through initiatives such as fire trail upgrades , repairs and maintenance projects , and pest and weed control , among other projects .

“ As the needs and aspirations of communities evolve , the use and management of Crown land must evolve with it . It is crucial we revisit the legislation to check if it still meets its objectives or needs updating .

“ I urge anyone interested in the operation of the Act to have their say so we can make sure our Crown land works to benefit everyone .”

A final report on the outcome of the review will be tabled in Parliament by 1 July 2024 .

For further information on the review and to have your say before 19 March visit www . crownland . nsw . gov . au / review .