The NSW government and the Government Architect NSW has introduced a publicly accessible interactive map to showcase well-designed low and mid-rise homes.
Over the past decade, there has been a decline in the development of dual occupancies, townhouses, terraces, manor houses and smaller apartment buildings in Sydney. In addition, a recent NSW Productivity Commission report found that between 2016 and 2021, Sydney lost twice as many people aged 30 to 40 as it gained. While 35,000 individuals within this age bracket relocated to the city, more than 70,000 people moved away.
In response to these issues, the Government Architect NSW has collated more than 100 designs, typologies, styles and layouts from a diverse range of architects to demonstrate that these homes can add value to a neighbourhood, as well as complement the existing heritage and context. These designs are presented in the form of a publicly accessible interactive map.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said terrace houses, townhouses and smaller apartments have a significant role to play in creating housing options for families as we confront the housing crisis.
“Good examples of low and mid-rise housing are already part of Sydney’s past and can be part of Sydney’s future,” he said.
“This interactive website and map shows the community what is already in their backyard and what we want more of. […] A mix of housing types are needed so that there are housing options available for all stages of life.
“Heritage and new homes can coexist. We want to make sure the future homes and apartments across NSW are made for our climate, allow for natural light and look to include community spaces.”
The map will also outline the government’s proposed planning reforms and the objectives of these reforms. To use the map, visit the NSW Government Architect website, and for more information on the proposed housing reforms, including low and mid-rise, visit the NSW Planning Portal.
Source: Architecture - architectureau
