Randwick Local Planning Panel (Electronic) - 9 Apr 2026

Topics

• Randwick panel clears path for affordable housing-related modification
  The panel approved a modification to an earlier consent after receiving legal advice on the Housing SEPP pathway.
  Could affect how future affordable housing developments are progressed in Randwick and similar areas.
• Heritage dwelling in St Marks Road approved with strict public works conditions
  The panel approved alterations to a heritage item but required detailed Council approval for crossings and verge works.
  Shows the level of infrastructure compliance and cost that can be attached to private development near Council land.

Decisions

• 22 Amour Avenue, Maroubra — development consent granted
  Consent was granted for DA/16/2026 to regularise the use of unauthorised as-built structures at the existing dwelling house, subject to the assessment report conditions.
  Supports lawful use of the dwelling while keeping conditions in place to manage neighbourhood impacts.
• Wenworth Street, Randwick — modification to prior consent accepted
  The panel accepted staff advice, with legal advice confirming the planning pathway, and amended Condition 2 of DA/268/2018 to remove references to affordable rental housing units and related conditions before the development proceeds.
  Affects how an in-fill affordable housing proposal can proceed and clarifies the planning pathway under the Housing SEPP.
• 8 St Marks Road, Randwick — development consent granted
  Consent was granted for alterations and additions to a semi-detached dwelling, including internal changes, rear layout reconfiguration, fencing, earthworks and landscaping for a heritage item, with detailed infrastructure and verge conditions.
  Affects a heritage property and requires works on Council land to meet Council standards before occupation.

Discussion

• Affordable housing planning pathway
  The panel was concerned about the pathway from an in-fill affordable housing development to a development under the Low to Medium Residential provisions of the Housing SEPP, and sought legal advice before approving the modification.
  Clarifies how affordable housing projects may transition through the planning system.
• Heritage and streetscape controls
  The St Marks Road decision included heritage-related works and conditions designed to protect the item while allowing alterations and additions.
  Shows how heritage-listed properties can be adapted while maintaining conservation controls.
• Council infrastructure conditions
  The St Marks Road consent included requirements for a Council-approved vehicular crossing, civil works approval, and completion of works before an occupation certificate can be issued.
  Residents and builders must factor in extra approvals, costs and timing for works affecting Council land.

Impacts

• Regularisation of unauthorised structures at a Maroubra home was approved, subject to conditions.
• An affordable housing-related modification in Randwick was allowed after legal advice, changing the consent pathway for a prior approval.
• A heritage dwelling in Randwick received approval for alterations, but with strict conditions for crossings, verge works and public infrastructure.
• Property owners and builders in these areas may face Council costs and approval steps for civil works on verges and kerbs.

Places

• Maroubra (suburb)
  Site of the 22 Amour Avenue development application.
• 22 Amour Avenue (address)
  Dwelling house where unauthorised structures were regularised.
• Randwick (suburb)
  Location of the Wenworth Street and St Marks Road applications.
• Wenworth Street (street)
  Site of the affordable housing-related modification to an earlier consent.
• 8 St Marks Road (address)
  Heritage item subject to alterations and additions consent.
• Coogee (suburb)
  Listed in the minutes as DA/154/2026 at 153 Oberon Street.
• 153 Oberon Street (address)
  Referenced in the opening minutes as a development application report.

Next

• Implement consent conditions for DA/16/2026 at 22 Amour Avenue
  Before and during development, as required by consent conditions
• Modify DA/268/2018 in line with amended Condition 2 before physical commencement
  Prior to physical commencement of the development
• Submit and obtain approval for civil works on Council land for 8 St Marks Road
  Before works on Council land commence
• Complete verge, crossing and related civil works before occupation certificate issue
  Prior to issuing an occupation certificate

Extract

This is of the Minutes of the Randwick Local Planning Panel (Electronic) meeting held on 9 April 2026 MINUTES OF RANDWICK LOCAL PLANNING PANEL (RLPP) (ELECTRONIC) MEETING HELD ON THURSDAY, 9 APRIL 2026 Present: Chairperson: Sue Francis Expert Members: Stephen Davies & Marcia Doheny Community Representatives: Heather Cappie-Wood Council Officers present: Coordinator Major Assessments Mr F Macri Executive Planner Ms A Manahan Declarations of Pecuniary and Non-Pecuniary Interests A) Nil. The Panel deliberated and voted on each matter via an electronic meeting. The resolutions, reasons and voting outcomes for each item on the agenda are detailed below: D17/26 Development Application Report - 15...