A planning proposal to rezone 28.8 hectares of semi-rural land in Ingleside for 536 new homes has drawn significant community attention, as the plan moves through public exhibition.
Background and Context
Lodged on 5 August 2025 by Mirvac Homes (NSW) Pty Ltd and Ingleside Wilga Developments Pty Ltd (Truslan), the proposal seeks to amend the Pittwater Local Environment Plan 2014 to permit residential development in the Wilga Wilson Precinct. Public exhibition began on 10 September and closes 8 October 2025.
The rezoning would convert RU2 Rural Landscape zoning to R3 Medium Density Residential, incorporating open space and conservation areas. The precinct covers 28.8 hectares east of the Monash Country Club, bordered by Powderworks Road, Wilga Street, and Wilson Avenue, near Elanora Heights.
Proposal Details
The project includes 133 detached houses, 210 terraces and manor houses, and 193 apartments. Mirvac and Truslan collectively hold 14.2 hectares of the land, which currently features rural uses, the St Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, and a seniors housing complex.
Plans also propose conservation corridors along Mullet Creek, biodiversity protections, and revised lot size and density controls.
Community Concerns
Residents have raised concerns about bushfire evacuation safety, increased traffic on Powderworks Road, and potential strain on sewerage systems. The site’s proximity to Garigal National Park has heightened fire risk concerns. Others argue that additional housing is necessary to meet growing demand across the northern beaches.
Infrastructure and Services
A social infrastructure study estimates a population of 1,274 residents, with existing schools like Elanora Heights Public and Narrabeen Sports High capable of accommodating future enrolments. Health demand is projected to rise by four hospital beds, manageable by nearby facilities including Mona Vale and Northern Beaches hospitals.
A 3,536-square-metre public park is planned with play areas, fitness equipment, and trails to support open space access.
Previous Planning Efforts
Past Ingleside proposals — including 3,400 homes in 2016 and 980 lots in 2021 — were shelved following bushfire risk concerns. The current plan presents a reduced-scale approach designed to address hazard and environmental factors.
Next Steps
The application (PEX2025/0001) is open for public feedback until 8 October 2025 and will be reviewed under statutory planning processes, taking community submissions and environmental assessments into account.
Published 1-Oct-2025
