New planning pathway to deliver 330 new homes in Orange

The Minns Labor Government is delivering a massive boost to Orange’s housing market after giving the green light for 330 new homes to be built through the new Redmond Place housing precinct.

It’s the first proposal to be finalised under the Minns Government’s Social and Affordable Housing Rezoning Pathway which seeks to accelerate rezoning proposals for NSW communities in need.

The precinct will dedicate up to 20 per cent of the homes as affordable housing to make sure there are more affordable places to live, so everyone has access to a safe and secure place to call home.

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure has prioritised the Redmond Place rezoning so more homes can be delivered in a shortened timeframe for those who would otherwise not be able to afford to rent privately. 

Landcom will work closely with Orange City Council to deliver this new neighbourhood which will feature a variety of open space areas, parks and shared community facilities in a safe and well-connected street network.

Construction is expected to begin in early 2026.

This follows other significant changes introduced by the Minns Labor Government to deliver more new homes, including the largest-ever investment in the delivery of social and affordable housing in NSW and the largest rezoning in NSW history.

This is all part of the Minns Labor Government’s plan to build a better NSW with a greater choice of homes, so young people, families and workers have somewhere to live in the communities they choose.

For more information, please visit www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/ppr/redmond-place-orange

Planning and Public Spaces Minister Paul Scully said:

“Redmond place precinct will deliver quality affordable housing in Orange for families, essential workers and vulnerable people.

“We’re not just building 330 new homes, we’re also building a community with parks and shared infrastructure to create a place people are proud to call home.

“As the first proposal finalised under the Social and Affordable Housing Pathway this precinct is evidence that the reforms being delivered by the Minns Government are working to get more roofs over heads faster.”

Minister for Regional New South Wales Tara Moriarty said:

“The regions are again leading the way with this resilient new neighbourhood in the heart of the Central West which improves housing supply and meets local needs.

“As Orange continues to grow, so too must its housing options. Redmond Place will offer a mix of homes including single dwellings, duplexes, town houses and low-rise apartments, delivering greater choice and affordability.”

Minister for Housing and Homelessness Rose Jackson said:

“These new planning pathways will cut red tape to fast-track the delivery of social and affordable homes for the communities that need them most.

“Everyone deserves a secure, affordable place to call home, no matter where they live. Supporting our growing regional areas means making sure more people have access to housing they can afford.”

Member for Orange Philip Donato said:

“Orange is a growing community and projects like the Redmond Place Precinct will allow it to continue to thrive.

“These 330 homes are great news for Orange and will help to keep the great Australian dream of owning a home a reality in the Central West.”

Orange Mayor Tony Mileto said:

“Redmond Place Precinct is an investment in the future of our growing region.

“Now that the project has the green light, I look forward to seeing shovels in the ground to bring this vital development to life.”

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