Nearly 350 homes near the sea could be built at Bonville, near Coffs Harbour, following the finalisation of a planning proposal by the Department of Planning and Environment.
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Craig Diss, Acting Director Regions, Northern, said that changes have been made to Coffs Harbour’s Local Environment Plan, changing the zoning of around 480 hectares of land at Bonville from rural land to residential.
“This rezoning will allow for a new community of up to 340 homes to be built close to existing shops, schools and other services,” Mr Diss said.
“Coffs Harbour is expected to have an extra 16,800 more people by 2036 and will need an extra 8950 more homes to accommodate these future residents.
“These changes will allow for rural living around 10 kilometres south of Coffs Harbour and just minutes from the beach.”
Mr Diss said in addition to providing more homes, the planning proposal will also help protect native vegetation and animals.
“This planning proposal ensures environmentally sensitive areas within the release area are being protected with 66 hectares of land being zoned for environmental conservation,” he said.
“This protects native plants, animals and waterways, ensuring that the area continues to maintain the values we love about the north coast – it’s beautiful and healthy natural environment – while still providing homes for future residents.”
As part of the planning proposal, the developer has agreed with the council to upgrade roads in the Bonville area.
For more information visit Coffs Harbour LEP