The NSW Government has officially finalised the rezoning of the Cherrybrook Precinct, clearing the way for one of northwest Sydney’s largest housing developments. The project is expected to deliver up to 10,000 new homes, hundreds of jobs, new parks and expanded community infrastructure as part of efforts to address Sydney’s growing housing demand.
Announced by NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully, the rezoning represents another major step in the Minns Government’s housing strategy, with the precinct set to become a new transit-oriented community centred around Cherrybrook Metro Station. The development aims to provide more housing close to public transport, employment opportunities and essential services while supporting the long-term growth of Sydney’s northwest.
At the heart of the redevelopment is the creation of a vibrant new town centre featuring shops, cafés, community facilities and a public library. The Government says the precinct has been designed to create a walkable neighbourhood where residents can live, work and access everyday services within easy reach of the Metro station.
The final rezoning allows for the construction of up to 10,000 new homes, including at least 560 affordable homes to help improve housing accessibility for essential workers, young families and first-home buyers. Residential buildings will range from four to 27 storeys, with the tallest buildings concentrated around the Metro station and the planned town centre to encourage higher-density living near public transport.
Beyond housing, the project includes significant investment in community infrastructure. Plans provide for a 3,000-square-metre community facility and library, offering new spaces for local programs, services and community activities as the area’s population continues to grow.
Green space has also been identified as a key component of the redevelopment. The final plan includes approximately five hectares of public open space, featuring five new parks designed to provide recreation, outdoor activities and gathering places for future residents. The rezoning also protects the environmentally significant Blue Gum High Forest, balancing urban growth with environmental conservation.
Economic activity is expected to increase alongside residential growth, with the precinct projected to create more than 200 new retail jobs through the establishment of shops, cafés and other commercial businesses within the new town centre. The Government says these employment opportunities will support both local businesses and the growing population of northwest Sydney.
The final rezoning plan also reflects changes made following community consultation. In response to public feedback, the Government has included provisions for a future public primary school beyond 2041, while also strengthening plans to improve roads, cycling infrastructure and pedestrian connections throughout the precinct. These additions are intended to ensure the suburb remains well-connected and capable of supporting long-term population growth.
The Cherrybrook Precinct forms part of the NSW Government’s broader planning reforms aimed at increasing housing supply across the state. According to the Government, New South Wales currently has more than 80,000 homes under construction, with additional projects progressing through the planning pipeline to address ongoing housing shortages.
Minister Paul Scully said the rezoning demonstrates the Government’s commitment to delivering well-planned communities that combine housing, employment, transport and open space. He described the project as an example of integrated urban planning, bringing together homes, jobs, parks and community facilities within walking distance of high-quality public transport.
The Cherrybrook redevelopment is expected to play an important role in accommodating Sydney’s future population growth while improving liveability for residents through better infrastructure, enhanced public spaces and greater access to affordable housing. As planning progresses towards construction, the precinct is set to become one of northwest Sydney’s most significant urban renewal projects, supporting thousands of new residents while creating a connected and sustainable community for decades to come.
