Bayside West Precincts Plan: Arncliffe development begins

A nine-storey apartment development proposal worth almost $9 million could kickstart a southern Sydney suburb’s transformation after it was rezoned from low to high density in October.

A nine-storey Arncliffe development is the first cab off the rank as a new precinct plan increases building height limits from 8.5m to 26.5m. Picture: Supplied

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A nine-storey apartment development proposal worth almost $9 million could kickstart a southern Sydney suburb’s transformation after it was rezoned from low to high density in October.

The block of 25 apartments proposed for 49 and 51 Duncan St, Arncliffe would be permitted under the Bayside West Precincts Plan 2036, which increased maximum building heights from 8.5m to 26.5m.

“It has been determined that, with the exception of the centrally located lift overrun, the development sits comfortably below the 26.5m height standard,” the applicant wrote.

If approved the proposal for 11 one-bedroom apartments, eight two-bedroom apartments and six three-bedroom apartments will be the first stark high-rise addition to Duncan St under the new planning controls.

Plans for Arncliffe’s revitalisation. Picture: Supplied

“Detached and semi-detached, predominantly single storey residential properties are located to the east and south of the site,” the applicant wrote.

“It is noted that these areas, along with the development site, have also been recently rezoned from R2 Low Density to R4 High Density Residential.”

Artists’ impressions of Arncliffe under the Bayside West Precinct Plans’ projected redevelopment.

The Bayside West Precincts Plan will facilitate housing diversity in Arncliffe to “promote vibrant and active areas and get people living in convenient locations, close to transport, jobs and the shops and services they need”.

“Our aim is to revitalise the existing Arncliffe town centre by expanding the retail area and allowing housing above shops in the town centres,” the plan read.

“This will add vibrancy and life to the area and allow people to live in close proximity to transport, jobs and the shops and services.”

A new park is also slated for Arncliffe as residential density increases. Picture: Supplied

The plan will also deliver a 7000 sqm park on the corner of Arncliffe and Burrows Sts.

“This park will be masterplanned in collaboration with Bayside Council and the local community to include recreation space, children’s play areas, an off-leash dog area and opportunities for community facilities,” the plan read.

The plan also stipulates there must be an “appropriate” transition in housing from high to low and medium rise that respects “the local character”.

Artists’ impressions of the Bayside West precinct of Arncliffe.

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