A new report released today by NSW's productivity commissioner has flagged a number of measures to help the state meet its housing targets, including more zones for high-density housing and cutting apartment design requirements.
The NSW Productivity Commission's report makes some bold recommendations to fix the state's housing crisis.A report released by the Productivity and Equality Commission today has flagged a number of recommendations to help New South Wales to meet its housing targets.
The NSW productivity commissioner is also recommending design standards be relaxed to allow the construction of smaller apartments without access to parking, storage or direct sunlight. While the productivity commissioner noted interest rates, construction finance and the costs of building materials were major drags on the construction industry, he has outlined a set of proposals that he believes are in the government's control, which could dramatically shift the dial.The government's Transport Oriented Developments aims to boost housing around transport.
NSW Premier Chris Minns speaks to the media during a press conference at The Waterloo Metro Quarter precinct in Sydney, Monday, May 27, 2024. AAP: Bianca De MarchiNot only has the productivity commission recommended expanding the size of existing TODs, it has called for similar zoning rules be applied more widely in "highly profitable" areas like Waverley in Sydney's eastern suburbs and Ku-ring-gai on the upper north shore.
The productivity commission called for a number of changes to apartment design requirements in the state, including size."While many households will continue to want parking on title, for others, access to shared or commercial parking, public transport, or car share schemes will better meet their needs," the report said.
"Many prospective buyers are happy to live in a home with less solar access if it means homes are more affordable in their desired neighbourhood," the report said.One of the biggest hurdles the report identified was a lack of construction workers.The commission found that tens of thousands of more construction workers are needed to meet the state's housing targets.
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