Developer to build ‘cheek by jowl’ mixed use boomer apartments
LONDON: A developer is planning a mix of boomer oriented work-from-home apartments, studios, commercial space, childcare and retail spaces.
A developer known for transforming the Rhodes peninsula into a high-rise precinct has its sights set on the north shore as part of plans for a new skyscraper development that would feature purpose built ‘work from home’ apartments.
A $166.9 million development proposal has been released to amalgamate homes at 849 to 859 Pacific Hwy and 2 Wilson St in Chatswood into a twin tower development that would include 261 studios, units and apartments.
The proposal by Sydney developer Billbergia represents the latest high-rise project planned for Chatswood as the suburb’s development boom shows no sign of slowing.
Plans lodged with Willoughby Council show the towers would stand 28 and 24 storeys tall and include commercial space, a childcare centre, and two retail showrooms.
The development would involve the demolition of current homes at the site, currently comprising three and four storey unit buildings.
“The ability to operate a business out of the home has become increasingly popular since the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly for working professionals and entrepreneurs,” the plans stated.
The proposal is the latest development plan for the Pacific Hwy site after the block of land was previously proposed to be turned into a 90m tower development in 2022.
Other features of the proposal include landscaping works and basement carparking with more than 300 parking spaces for bikes and vehicles.
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- A concept photo of the development
