I live or work in the precinct – what does this mean for me?

Arden’s transformation will be gradual and is expected to occur over decades as the precinct changes from a predominantly industrial precinct to a high-density employment and innovation hub. Depending on your relationship to the precinct, you will be affected by this change in different ways.

If you are a current business owner within the Arden precinct, the Department of Transport will be able to provide advice about the next steps for you. Arden’s renewal will generate opportunities for the government to support existing businesses that are undergoing change to review their future role in the precinct and, if required, potentially find more suitable locations as the precinct becomes a place for a mix of employment and residential uses, people-focussed streets, green spaces and plazas.

If you are a resident within the Arden precinct or in neighbouring suburbs, this planning will gradually change the area you live in over a long period of time. You will notice changes as the plan is realised through future development and significant investment in community infrastructure and new open spaces.

The interruption caused by building and development will only commence once the planning scheme amendment is gazetted and the planning permit approvals process for various developments has occurred.