Historical documents – South West Growth Area
Explore historical planning documents for the South West Growth Area, outlining past strategies, studies and background information for key precincts.
St Leonards and Crows Nest
With a new Sydney Metro station opening in Crows Nest in 2024, there is an exciting opportunity to rejuvenate St Leonards and Crows Nest.
South West Growth Area Plan
By 2040, the South West Growth Area will thrive, providing improved housing options and access to shops, schools and transport for our growing communities.
Environmental factors
Over time, climate change will increase heavy rainfall and the risk and impact of flooding. It will also make the air temperature warmer.
Housing mix
The plan for Waterloo south includes a mix of social housing, affordable housing and private homes.
Parks and outdoor spaces
There are 2 new parks included in the plan for Waterloo south. These provide green, open spaces where the community and visitors can enjoy a range of outdoor activities.
Streets and traffic flow
The plan includes changes to streets, walkways and cycleways to improve traffic flow and make it easier to move around.
Trees and sunlight
The tree canopy in Waterloo south is currently 29%. This is expected to increase to around 40%, once development is complete.
The planning framework for the Aerotropolis
With the finalisation of the planning package, there is now a hierarchy of plans that will guide development in the Western Sydney Aerotropolis.
Western Sydney Aerotropolis Development Control Plan
The Phase 2 Development Control Plan supports the Precinct Plan by providing controls for development across the initial precincts in the Aerotropolis.
