Cumberland Council · 11 March 2026
Modification Application No. MOD2025/0347 under section 4.55(2) was approved for the already approved aged care facility at 535 Merrylands Road, Merrylands. The modification seeks to increase the height of the lift overrun and relocate the electrical switch room, subject to conditions in Council’s assessment report.
Residents near the site may see minor built form changes to the approved facility, but the panel found no unreasonable amenity impacts on neighbouring properties or the locality.
Cumberland Council · 25 February 2026
Council expressed condolences for the death of Mr Amamuddin Sadar, thanked emergency services, approved a $5,000 donation from the emergency relief fund to his family, and resolved to organise a community vigil.
Provides direct community support and signals a local commemorative event in Merrylands.
Cumberland Council · 11 February 2026
DA2025/0550 was approved for demolition of existing structures and construction of a four-storey co-living housing development with 17 single rooms, 2 double rooms and at-grade parking at 72 Newman Street, Merrylands, subject to recommended conditions. The panel supported a Clause 4.6 variation to the minimum lot size standard under Clause 69(1)(b)(ii) of the Housing SEPP.
Approves a higher-density housing project in Merrylands despite a minimum lot size variation.
Cumberland Council · 11 February 2026
DA2025/0592 was approved to amend DA2020/0791 for a mixed-use development at 298 Merrylands Road, 302 Merrylands Road, 2A Cambridge Street and 2 Cambridge Street, Merrylands. The changes include an additional storey with 8 units, layout changes to units, basement and ground-floor commercial tenancies, and provision of affordable housing, subject to conditions. The panel supported a Clause 4.6 variation to building height and landscaping standards under the Housing SEPP.
Allows a larger mixed-use project with more units and affordable housing in Merrylands.