Plans for Sydney’s controversial new public square in doubt after NSW government intervention
The New South Wales government has intervened in a controversial Sydney town square redevelopment project by declaring it 'state significant.' This move strips the local City of Sydney council of its approval authority, casting doubt on the future of the $150m project.
Why it matters
The intervention highlights a power struggle between local and state governments over urban planning and public spending in major metropolitan areas.
Plans for the Sydney Town Square redevelopment featured a large clearing, trees and fountain. Illustration: JPW and ASPECT Studios Plans for the Sydney Town Square redevelopment featured a large clearing, trees and fountain. Illustration: JPW and ASPECT Studios Sydney Plans for Sydney’s controversial new public square in doubt after NSW government intervention State planning minister declares project ‘state significant’, wresting approval process away from local council
Prefer the Guardian on Google Plans for a grand new public square in centre of Sydney are in doubt after the New South Wales planning minister declared the project “state significant”, wresting the approval process away from the City of Sydney.
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