The former Hospital site will now be put to market for
sale by the Redfern-Waterloo Authority.
Mr Sartor said the proposed redevelopment would deliver up
to 150 new residential dwellings on the site and include the provision of more
than 1,000 m2 of open space.
“This proposed redevelopment will deliver new housing and
open space for the area, while ensuring the historical significance of the site
is maintained,” Mr Sartor said.
“Important heritage items, such as the existing surgery
building and colonnade structure, would be retained under the proposal and
incorporated into the new development.
“The delivery of a large portion of the site as open space
also creates a valuable community asset.”
The concept plan includes four residential flat buildings
ranging from three to six storeys above street level.
The redevelopment will allow an additional level on the
existing heritage building and three new detached residential buildings over a
two level basement car park.
As part of the development approval process, the proponent
will be required to lodge a project application that is consistent with the
concept plan before construction can commence.
“To gain final project approval the proposal will need to
demonstrate design excellence in terms of architectural design, materials and
detailing, and overall building appearance,” Mr Sartor said.
The proponent will also be required to provide a monetary
contribution for the delivery of affordable housing and public works in the
area.
“The requirement for a contribution to affordable housing
will further ensure the redevelopment delivers social as well as economic
development for the Redfern area,” Mr Sartor said.
“Importantly, the local environment will also be protected
with a detailed landscape plan required with the future project application.
“This approval delivers a significant economic, social and
environmental boost for the local area.”
Net proceeds from the sale of the Hospital site will be
committed towards the development of a new $10 million community health centre
at the former Redfern Courthouse/Police Station, which is expected to become
operational in 2009.
Source : RWA Concept Approval for Rachel Forster
Redevelopment Click here (pdf~80kb)