Urban Digest

Hydecorp Lodges $148m Roseville Apartment Proposal

January 21, 2026

Architectural rendering of a nine-storey residential apartment building with curved façades, extensive greenery on balconies, and mature trees at street level.

A residential development in Roseville is now on public exhibition as a State Significant Development (SSD-78996460). The application seeks approval for a nine-storey apartment complex with 259 dwellings, including 48 affordable units, at 16–24 Lord Street and 21–27 Roseville Avenue.

The $148.6 million proposal falls within the Roseville Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Area. Located just 200 metres from Roseville Station, the project aligns with recent changes to NSW planning policy that support higher-density housing near public transport.

Site and Proposal Details

The development involves amalgamating ten lots into a single 9,370.9 sqm site. If approved, it would require demolition of nine dwellings and excavation to accommodate a three-level basement. The basement design includes 344 car parking spaces and provisions for bicycle parking.

The application proposes four residential buildings, each up to nine storeys. These would contain a mix of one to four-bedroom apartments and a gross floor area of 30,391.5 sqm. The design incorporates communal open space, a central courtyard, a pool, gym, media room and children’s play areas.

Planning Context

This application responds to the NSW Government’s 2024 TOD Program and the National Housing Accord, which aim to increase housing supply by 2029. The Housing SEPP permits residential flat buildings on the site, allowing heights up to 22 metres and a floor space ratio of 2.5:1.

Before May 2024, the site was zoned R2 Low Density Residential under the Ku-ring-gai LEP 2015. Following planning changes, Hyecorp Property Group acquired the land between July and September 2024. In November, they selected Fender Katsalidis Architects through a private internal design competition.

Proposed corner view of the nine-storey residential apartment buildings at Lord Street and Roseville Avenue, Roseville, as submitted with SSD‑78996460.

Heritage Interface

The site lies within the Clanville Heritage Conservation Area and adjoins the locally listed Roseville Scout Group Hall. The design seeks to address this context by using setbacks, articulated forms, and a material palette intended to reflect the area’s character. The proposal also retains mature trees where possible.

Despite these measures, the project’s scale differs significantly from the surrounding single and dual-storey dwellings. The application includes a Clause 4.6 variation request related to a minor height exceedance. A Heritage Impact Statement forms part of the submission.

Vegetation and Landscaping

Tree retention guided aspects of the site layout, including the positioning of a central courtyard. Nevertheless, the proposal involves removing 89 trees. An Arboricultural Impact Assessment has been submitted, and the development has received a BDAR waiver.

To mitigate tree loss, the applicant proposes deep soil planting and use of native species. The adequacy of this offset will be reviewed during assessment.

Affordable Housing Component

Seventeen per cent of the proposed dwellings (48 units) are allocated for affordable housing. These units are located in Building D and will be managed by Link Wentworth, a Tier 1 community housing provider. The dwellings include a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units.

Traffic, Infrastructure and Access

The site’s proximity to Roseville Station and local bus routes positions it well for public transport access. The development includes 344 car spaces in an underground basement. A Transport Impact Assessment claims compliance with relevant guidelines. However, local residents have raised concerns about the impact on roads, schools, and public services. These issues are being considered as part of the assessment.

Community and Agency Engagement

Since December 2024, the applicant has engaged with government agencies, council staff, local stakeholders and community members. This included a newsletter, online survey, drop-in session, and Aboriginal engagement activities. A total of 1,355 residences and businesses were contacted.

Key issues raised during consultation include concerns about bulk and scale, heritage, tree loss, and infrastructure capacity. These matters are addressed in the EIS and will be considered further during assessment.

Agencies such as Sydney Metro and Transport for NSW have also provided initial feedback. Further input is expected during the formal exhibition period.

Street-level perspective of the proposed Roseville development, showing landscaped setbacks and building articulation along Roseville Avenue.

Public Exhibition and Next Steps

The application is currently on public exhibition. Community members and government agencies can make submissions. After the exhibition closes, the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure will assess the proposal, taking into account public feedback and agency advice.