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2.13 Key Constraints and Challenges
Age of Building Stock and Development Potential
There are various pockets of well-established residential areas which are unlikely to turn over in the foreseeable future predominately due to the recent age and high quality of the building stock and fragmented ownership of land. These areas also contribute to the housing diversity and character of the area.
Connectivity
There is currently limited connectivity within and surrounding the Rouse Hill Strategic Centre. It is bound and bisected by various major roads and vehicular barriers, including Windsor Road, Commercial Road, Withers Road, Mile End Road and Rouse Hill Drive. This poses a challenge in terms of walkability and pedestrian permeability. Large undeveloped lots in some areas also restrict permeability throughout the Precinct.
Environmental Constraints
Whilst mostly free from environmental constraints, there are some minor affectations present, such as threatened species, flood prone land and tributaries.
Limited Public Open Space
There are some open space facilities within the Strategic Centre, however these facilities primarily service the needs of existing residents and some of the growth potential available under current controls. Active open space within and surrounding the Precinct is currently close to capacity, with minimal opportunities for new land areas to be set aside for this purpose to cater for further residential growth beyond existing opportunities.
Land Tenure and Rail Corridor
Existing Strata and community title arrangements will impact on the uptake of redevelopment. Redevelopment of some sites will need to manage any impacts on the Metro line, which runs along the western side of the Strategic Centre. Emergency access requirements for the future hospital may impact on outcomes (for example, building heights) on adjoining land, subject to further advice from Health Infrastructure NSW.
Heritage
There are various items of local and state environmental heritage within the Strategic Centre and its surrounds.
School Infrastructure
There is currently a lack of school infrastructure to cater for additional residential yields beyond existing opportunities under current controls, notwithstanding the fact there are already three schools within the Centre. This will need to be resolved by the NSW Government and Schools Infrastructure NSW to appropriately service the needs of the future population.
Metro Station
Metro Line (Above Ground)
Rouse Hill Strategic Centre
Major Roads and Barriers
Urban Overland Flowpaths / Creeks
Vegetation
Strata Development
Easement for Transmission Line
Electricity Substation
Heritage Item
Open Space
