Northern Beaches Council welcomes the release of the Draft Precinct Structure Plan for Ingleside which sets new standards for sustainability including improved water management and increased energy targets.

“The new Ingleside precinct will feature a sustainable, livable and connected community featuring 3,400 homes, a new town centre, new primary school and other community facilities as well as new sporting facilities,” said Northern Beaches General Manager, Mark Ferguson.

The Draft Plan proposes around one third of the area will be conserved; another third becomes a new neighbourhood and one third retained in a rural setting.

The new standards will see higher targets under the Building and Sustainability Index featuring greater stormwater retention and reuse on community lands, and new homes will have larger water tanks and photovoltaic cells.

“Council and the local community recognise the environmental significance of the area and support the high standard of sustainability targets which will ensure that any endangered ecological communities will be protected into the future, Mr Ferguson said. 

The Draft Plan was developed in partnership with Council, the local community, State Government and UrbanGrowth NSW.

Together with these agencies, Council is continuing to work closely with the Green Building Council of Australia 9GBCA), and has registered to achieve a Green Star – Communities rating, which assesses the design and delivery of masterplanned communities.

Romilly Madew, Chief Executive Officer of the GBCA, says Council’s leadership will ensure the new Ingleside community is liveable for decades to come.

“Sustainability at Ingleside won’t be centred on one idea or innovation. Instead, Council is taking a holistic, long-term view – investing in conservation and community. As a result, the residents of the Northern Beaches will gain a community that will be great for both people and the planet. This community leads the way as a showcase for sustainable development in the Northern Beaches.”

“The community has been waiting to see growth in this area for a long time, but it is important that Council continues to consult with the community to find a balance between planning for the future and protecting the environment’, Mr Ferguson added.

The community is encouraged to have a say on the draft plan. Community feedback will be used towards the final plan, which will be released in coming months.

For more information visit www.inglesideplanning.com.au

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