NSW land audit identifies underutilised sites to grow housing pipeline
NSW government has identified nine surplus state-owned sites to deliver over 670 new homes as part of an ongoing land audit by Property & Development NSW.
670+ new homes identified across nine surplus NSW government sites flagged in the latest land audit.
What do the new NSW surplus land sites mean for housing construction work near me?
Builders and subcontractors including plumbers, electricians, and carpenters may see new project opportunities as these sites move toward development.
Key takeaways
- NSW identified nine surplus or underutilised state-owned sites through an ongoing land audit.
- The sites are expected to deliver more than 670 new homes to the housing pipeline.
- The audit is led by Property & Development NSW as part of a broader housing strategy.
- New development sites could open up work for local trades across multiple disciplines.
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