Car yards, churches and bowling greens: The sites earmarked for Sydney’s next housing towers
- Posted on July 21, 2026
- By The Sydney Morning Herald
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In brief
Sydney confronts its acute housing crisis through an unconventional urban development strategy. Previously underutilized properties—including automotive dealerships, religious institutions, and recreational facilities—are being repurposed as prime locations for high-rise residential construction. This transformative approach reflects the city's urgent need to increase housing supply while reshaping established neighborhoods. The initiative represents a pragmatic solution to densification challenges, converting underperforming commercial and community spaces into mixed-use residential towers.
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Car yards, churches and bowling greens: The sites earmarked for Sydney’s next housing towers
Sydney’s housing shortage is reshaping the city’s landscape, with a growing list of unexpected sites earmarked for major residential developments.
