Shadow cast over future of Sydney’s second CBD
08 July 2016
The recent rejection of a proposal for a tall tower at 48 Macquarie Street Parramatta sets a precedent for much of the Parramatta CBD to be constrained to buildings of only medium height that may not be economically viable says the Urban Taskforce.
Riverwood urban renewal demonstrates the value of private public partnerships
06 July 2016
The announcement by the Minister for Social Housing Brad Hazzard that the Riverwood social housing estate will be renewed with a mix of private, social and affordable housing demonstrates the value of Private Public Partnerships, says the Urban Taskforce.
Scaremongering by Sydney City Council on Waterloo redevelopment has facts wrong
16 June 2016
The sensational scaremongering about Hong Kong like densities for the redevelopment of Waterloo by the City of Sydney Council is based on incorrect facts, says the Urban Taskforce.
Taxing property transactions will only reduce supply and affordability
15 June 2016
The announcement by the NSW Treasurer that a new 4 per cent tax on the purchase of residential real estate by foreign buyers will slow down housing supply and increase the cost of housing, says the Urban Taskforce.
Foreign Investment in Housing helps with much needed supply
23 May 2016
Proposals by the NSW government to make it harder for foreign investors to buy housing will only slow down housing supply, says the Urban Taskforce.