Retirement Living and Victoria's Development Facilitation Program
Retirement Living developments offer a naturally affordable housing solution, yet these developments are not properly recognised by Victoria’s Development Facilitation Program. With an ageing population and growing demand for downsizing options, is it time for an adjustment to the Development Facilitation Program to better facilitate Retirement Living approvals?
NSW Low and Mid-Rise Housing Reforms
The NSW Government has introduced Stage 2 of the Low and Mid-Rise Housing (LMR) reforms, expanding opportunities for increased housing density near transport hubs and town centres. These changes, now in effect, are designed to support well-located, sustainable housing while maintaining urban amenity and green spaces.
NSW Industrial Lands Action Plan: What it means for the Large Format Retail sector?
While the Industrial Lands Action Plan, prioritises industrial land protection and intensification, potential opportunities exist for alternative land uses, including Large Format Retail. Ethos Urban examines the implications for the LFR sector.
NSW Government Releases Industrial Lands Action Plan
The NSW Government has released the Industrial Lands Action Plan, outlining a new approach to securing and managing industrial land supply. With four key initiatives, including a long-overdue Employment Lands Development Program, the plan aims to address Sydney’s critical land shortages. But will it go far enough?
Renewable Energy in Focus
Australia's renewable energy sector is rapidly evolving, with significant commitments from state governments driving large-scale solar, wind, and battery infrastructure projects. These developments offer sustainable growth opportunities but demand strong economic strategies, community engagement, and expert planning.
Industrial Development: Why NSW Needs Reform to Stay Competitive
The industrial and logistics sector is critical to NSW’s economy, but developers are increasingly frustrated by planning delays, restrictive controls, and insufficient infrastructure coordination. Without decisive reform, NSW risks losing its edge in this vital sector.
Navigating the NSW State Significant Rezoning Policy
The new NSW State Significant Rezoning Policy introduces streamlined state-led and state-assessed pathways for rezoning. Ethos Urban explains the policy, its benefits and challenges, and how proponents can strategically navigate it to fast-track their projects.
Future2034: Insights for the Next Decade in Development
As Australia gears up for a transformative decade, the Future2034 Developer events highlighted key factors set to influence the country's urban development. Industry leaders from Ethos Urban offered expert analysis on economic and demographic drivers, major infrastructure projects, and the shift towards mixed-use precincts.
