A major mixed-use development is proposed for 701-745 Pacific Highway, Chatswood, aiming to deliver approximately 240 apartments—including affordable housing—alongside non-residential space and public domain upgrades. The project is currently at the ‘Prepare EIS’ stage, with the proponent preparing an Environmental Impact Statement for assessment as a State Significant Development. If approved, the scheme would significantly increase both the floor space ratio and building height on the site.
Project Snapshot
- Status: Prepare EIS
- Address: 701-745 Pacific Highway, Chatswood
- LGA: Willoughby City Council
- Site Area: 2,007 sqm
- Existing Zoning: MU1 Mixed Use
- Existing FSR: 6
- Proposed FSR: 12
- Existing HOB: 90m
- Proposed HOB: 148m
- GFA: 23,862 sqm
- Number of dwellings: 240
- Cost of Development: $200 million
- Jobs: 400 construction / 40 operational
- Basement Levels: 6
- Affordable Housing: 24 dwellings | 10%
The proposal seeks a substantial uplift, doubling the permitted floor space ratio from 6:1 to 12:1 and increasing the maximum building height from 90 metres to 148 metres. The development would comprise a 44-storey tower with 240 apartments, of which 10% are earmarked for affordable housing, and include significant non-residential floor space and public realm improvements. The project is being assessed concurrently with a rezoning request to facilitate the proposed uplift.
Key considerations for the site include overshadowing and wind impacts, which will be addressed in the forthcoming Environmental Impact Statement. The project is subject to review by the Government Architect NSW and input from Willoughby City Council and other relevant authorities.
Project Team
- Developer: DPG Project 33 Pty Ltd
- Planning: Beam Planning
- Architect: Bates Smart Architects
For more information, search the application number (SSD-114572490) on the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure’s website.
