What is the Special Use Zone?

The Special Use Zone (SUZ) is the tool that will guide planning decisions on future land use planning applications. It allows development of land for uses that are specific and bespoke to the area.

In Arden, Schedule 7 to the SUZ, which has been specifically drafted for Arden, will encourage employment around the new Arden Station and allow a mix of uses to develop throughout the precinct, including residential development.

The zone will also introduce controls that manage amenity in the precinct, including noise and safety.

Most future planning applications will be exempt from future third party appeal and review under the Special Use Zone proposed for Arden. This means many planning applications for future developments in Arden will not be made available for public consultation before they are assessed for approval, so long as they abide by the planning controls.