Macarthur Gardens North 24-storey unit block proposal submitted

High-rise apartment blocks towering up to 24 storeys could be approved for a fast-growing southwest Sydney suburb, creating new homes for more than 3000 additional residents.

Artist impressions of the proposed Macarthur Gardens North development.

Building heights could almost triple under plans for a high-rise community in Sydney’s southwest, with 24-storey unit blocks forming part of an ambitious proposal for the region.

Residential developer Landcom unveiled a proposal for 1625 apartments for the approved $464m Macarthur Gardens North development opposite Macarthur station and Macarthur Square shopping centre – an 375-unit increase from their original plans.

“The proposed increase will provide much-needed housing within one of Sydney’s fastest growing areas, making the most of the site’s location,” a Landcom spokesman said.

The developer is seeking approval to amend Campbelltown Council’s planning controls to increase building heights in their bid to build more apartments.

The new proposal would almost triple previous height limits, facilitating construction of mixed-use towers ranging from nine to 24 storeys, including a landmark 24-storey tower near Macarthur’s railway plaza.

More than 1600 apartments are proposed for the $464m Macarthur Gardens North development. Picture: Landcom

The proposed master plan has a range of apartment options from studio to three-bedroom apartments, at varying price points to be determined by future third-party developers.

Landcom CEO Alex Wendler discussed the potential development’s merits in a statement to the Macarthur Chronicle.

The development is set opposite a popular southwest Sydney shopping complex and busy train station. Picture: Landcom

Hundreds of new affordable homes will be delivered for an approved high-density precinct, proposing to increase height limits up to 24-storeys high. Picture: Landcom

“The new community will connect to the wider south west and greater Sydney thanks to its proximity to public transport services and new cycle and walking pathways,” Mr Wendler said.

“This will provide even greater opportunities for people to leave their car at home to travel to and from work and recreational activities.”

At least 163 apartments will be allocated for affordable rental housing, owned and operated by a third-party such as a not-for-profit community housing provider.

“Housing is currently the largest single cost of living issue facing the people of NSW, everyone deserves a place to call home,” a Landcom spokesman stated.

The proposal includes mix-use towers including a landmark 24-storey tower near the future Macarthur Railway plaza. Picture: Landcom

Landcom is also planning to increase open spaces to 57 per cent of the 18.5-hectare site, including the conservation of Bow Bowing Creek and the creation of a new nine-hectare park with paths connecting to Gilchrist Oval and future sports fields.

This will be in addition to 1.2 hectares of dedicated recreational spaces currently under construction, including Central Park, Fitness Park, and the Station Arrival Plaza.

Landcom also plans to increase open spaces to 57% of the site and regenerate Bow Bowing Creek. Picture: Landcom

Initial earthworks are expected to be completed in early 2025, with construction underway for roads, utility installations, and pedestrian walkways linking the development to Macarthur Heights, Western Sydney University, and Campbelltown’s TAFE campus.

Upgrades for a pedestrian bridge connecting to Macarthur station are also being finalised, with construction hoped to begin in late 2025 upon approval.

Due to the closure of the existing pathway during construction, Landcom will offer a free shuttle bus service to maintain access between both sides of the station.

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