No action at historic Nunawading brickworks site two years after redevelopment plans approved
It’s the vacant Whitehorse block of land that is home to a heritage-protected landmark. It should be teaming with the construction of 173 townhouses. But it isn’t. Find out why.
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The future of one of the largest blocks of vacant land in the eastern suburbs is under a cloud, but a heritage-listed landmark on the site will remain safe.
Norcal Station Developments bought the old Daniel Robertson Brickworks site in Nunawading for $21.7 million in 2013, clearing the block but leaving the historical chimney in place.
In early 2018, Whitehorse Council approved proposals for a mix of 173 two and three-storey townhouses at the Station St site, with a provision for off-street parking and green space.
The chimney is included in the plans as a central feature of the parkland but work has now stalled with the council and the developer locked in talks about permit conditions.
A section of the property on the corner of Norcal Rd has been earmarked as a retail development opportunity.
The zone for the site has been changed from industrial to mixed use and residential.
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Whitehorse councillor Ben Stennett said it was time to see some action.
“The ball’s in their (the developers) court. I’m keen to see the owners of the site develop their plans in line with the approved plans and permits,” he said.
“The land is an eyesore and residents have been waiting for seven years for something to happen.”
Norcal Station Developments is registered with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission but no contact information is available.
Whitehorse Council has been contacted for comment.