ALAND set to transform Campbelltown site with mixed-use precinct
Campbelltown will be home to an exciting new gateway district under a development application that would see a previously run down and underused site reimagined into a thriving new $400 million neighbourhood at 22-32 Queen Street, Campbelltown.
The proposal envisions a new destination precinct over two hectares on Queen Street, comprising a mix of residential apartments and retail and commercial spaces, along with multiple, landscaped community spaces and a vibrant, tree-lined ‘Eat Street’ at the heart of the project.
The plan submitted to Campbelltown City Council by Sydney developer, ALAND has been six years in the making, with Senior Development Manager for ALAND, Andrew Stacey saying the considered plans promising to reimagine the currently rundown and underused site, as a new gateway to Campbelltown’s city centre.
Render of the proposed Eat Street on the groundplane of the Campbelltown project. Image supplied.
“For several years this has been an ugly and underutilised site – but now we have an opportunity to unlock this incredible space for the entire community to create not only a residential precinct but public spaces for everyone to enjoy,” says Stacey.
In collaboration with Sketch Design Group, the Campbelltown site will include 558 residential apartments, in addition to a range of community facilities and restaurants across five buildings, ranging in height from 12 to 15-storeys.
To preserve the context of the adjoining heritage building, Warby Barn, a large public domain is planned to compliment the historic site and provide the community with a safe and inviting space to enjoy.
The tallest buildings will be located closest to the train station to encourage pedestrian activity and patronage at local businesses.
Across the entire site, around 35 per cent is given to communal spaces, with 7000 sqm of that dedicated to an expansive open plaza on the development’s podium level.
Landscape architect, Sturt Nobel worked to include a number of local and deciduous trees and plants in the comprehensive landscaping masterplan, which also includes the transformation of each apartment building rooftop, seeing the space turned into a lush, green space for residents to enjoy.
A variety of other resident-only amenities find their home at the ALAND development, including a shared co-working space, a gym, multipurpose function room, and health and wellness spaces.
ALAND is a dominant presence in Western Sydney, where they are dedicated to improving the city’s satellite CBDs by delivering high-quality affordable projects including the award-winning Bottlebrush in Schofield Gardens and award finalist Costello in Edmondson Park.
Other key projects include The Hoxton at Liverpool, and the newly-launched The Gladstone Village at Merrylands.
ALAND’s Head of Development, Ryan Lane, says Council and community feedback has been critical in shaping how the project could meet both future housing demand and improve liveability for the greater Campbelltown population.
“This particular site is an exceptional location that demands a high-quality approach to really lift the tone of this part of Campbelltown and introduce new life and excitement for the community.”
“We know from our comprehensive research surveying local businesses and residents, that people want a place that feels like a real community hub with things like a local grocer, quality take-away and outdoor dining options as well as public art and open spaces with wide footpaths and seating,” Lane said.
Earlier concepts of the development have been scaled back to increase more useable open space, which is a direct result of consultation with Council.
The precinct neighbours Campbelltown Performing Arts High School and as a high-frequency bus route, the Queen Street location is also close to Macarthur Square and Campbelltown’s centre with the train station only a 10-minute walk away.
