COVID-19: NSW Planning fast tracks Leppington Bunnings DA

Yet another multimillion-dollar development application has been given the green light by the NSW Government in an effort to boost the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Planning Minister Rob Stokes has given the green light to fast track another multimillion-dollar project to bolster the NSW economy during the coronavirus pandemic.

The $22 million Bunnings Warehouse proposal to set up shop at the Bringelly Road Business Hub was granted construction approval on Thursday, with the minister telling NewsLocal the 22 hectare plot in Leppington would be developed by July next year.

An overview of the massive Leppington Bunnings development.

“From home renovators to professional builders, the new Bunnings Warehouse will be a big boost for the community in Sydney’s south west,” Mr Stokes said.

The newly approved development is one of several approved under fast-tracked plans by the NSW Government’s Planning System Acceleration Program.

Mr Stokes said the project would create opportunities for up to 400 jobs and inject $22 million into the NSW economy.

Pictured at a media call at RFS Headquarters at Homebush in Sydney is Minister Planning and Public Spaces Rob Stokes, providing an update on COVID-19. Picture: Richard Dobson

“The construction and development industries have played a crucial role in keeping the economy moving during COVID-19 – a role they will continue to play as we move out of the crisis.

“That’s why we have made a number of changes to planning legislation this week to

provide more certainty and support to businesses, builders and the community.”