Having the fastest growth in the state cements Maitland’s reputation as a housing hotbed
With recent figures from the 2022/23 financial year demonstrating Maitland’s status as the fastest-growing regional area in New South Wales, it continues to experience rapid growth and significant investment.
The Maitland City Council approved more than 1,180 development applications in 2022/23, creating 1,147 acreages of new housing.
The average processing time for a DA was just 27 days – a metric that ranks among the fastest in the state.
Approximately 880 new greenfield lots have been released following the completion of more than $85 million in subdivision work by developers and the approval of subdivision certificates by Council.
‘This is significantly more than the average of 700 lots a year over the past five years,’ said Maitland City Council General Manager Jeff Smith.
A total of 800 lots are currently under construction, 1,100 lots are ready to begin construction, and more than 2500 lots are seeking approval for development, according to Mr Smith.
It is evident from these figures and the pipeline of future projects that Maitland has the potential for sustained economic growth and prosperity.
Investing and homeowners recognize Maitland’s potential as a great place to live, which indicates our continued growth as the fastest-growing area in the state.
It was announced recently that Maitland City Council has approved its new Local Housing Strategy 2041, which focuses on establishing new neighbourhoods holistically, according to Mayor Smith.
In order to continue growing our city, we must consider both the natural environment and livable infrastructure.
Council’s efforts in managing DAs and greenfield lots with local stakeholders and agencies were praised by Mr Smith.
By creating great development outcomes, we aim to maintain the balance between progress and preserving our city’s character.
Jeff Smith, General Manager
Through our Capital Works Program, we have made significant investments in local infrastructure to support forecasted growth.
The Maitland City Council’s 2023/24 works program includes $19.7 million in major roadworks, $9 million in road rehabilitation and resurfacing, and $11.4 million and $29 million in building and recreation projects.
There are several major community infrastructure projects in the pipeline for the upcoming years, including the $26 million Raymond Terrace Road project for traffic congestion reduction, the completion of Harold Gregson Park upgrades at Maitland Regional Sports Complex, upgrades to Thornton roads and intersections, new community centers in Tenambit and Chisholm, new sportsfields in Chisholm and Lochinvar, and a skate park and play space at Roy Jordan Oval in Gillieston Heights.