GLEN EIRA: 11 storey permit for Elsternwick
The State Government has fast-tracked nearly 150 new homes to be built in Elsternwick.
Sonya Kilkenny, Planning Minister (pictured), announced on Saturday (July 5) approval for an 11-storey development at Selwyn St.
“These 148 homes will be built in the heart of Elsternwick – walking distance from Elsternwick train station, the 67 tram along Glenhuntly Rd, buses, jobs and services,” said a Governemnt representative.
“The new development will include a mix of one, two and three-bedrooms, and 10 per cent of the homes will be affordable. It also includes more than 400 car spaces and more than 100 bicycle spaces.
“It will also include a supermarket, retail and office spaces – along with a section to form part of the Jewish Arts Quarter, including a community hub that will host a range of activities. The proposed development is a refinement of a previous planning approval – changes include increasing the amount of homes on the site by 13 and increasing the height from 10-storeys to 11-storeys.
“Victoria continues to approve and build thousands more homes than any other state, and this pathway is one of the ways we’re making sure we get more good-quality homes built sooner,” Ms Kilkenny said.
“Victorians are telling us they want more homes in well-connected areas – and this project will deliver almost 150 homes right in the heart of Elsternwick, close to the train station, tram and bus stops.”