The NSW Government is committed to delivering more homes in communities that offer a great quality of life.
$220 million is dedicated to the Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Community Infrastructure Program to support infrastructure, such as pedestrian safety upgrades, walking and cycling infrastructure, and upgrades to local streets and plazas, in areas where nearly 60,000 new homes are planned.
Funded projects include new footpaths and shared cycle paths, street furniture and shade, improved lighting and landscaping, upgraded bus shelters and wayfinding, and road upgrades that prioritise pedestrian and cyclist movement.
The program will be delivered over 3 rounds:
Round 1
Community infrastructure grants
Round 1 provides up to $90 million across 7 TOD precincts to fund community infrastructure and active transport projects.
Successful projects have now been announced.
| TOD accelerated precinct | Local government area | Funding amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown | City of Canterbury-Bankstown | $21.6 million |
| Hornsby | Hornsby Shire Council | $9.2 million |
| Crows Nest | Lane Cove Council | $1.1 million |
| North Sydney Council | $7.3 million | |
| Willoughby City Council | $731,000 | |
| Kellyville/Bella Vista | The Hills Shire Council | $7.1 million |
| Macquarie Park | City of Ryde | $14.8 million |
| Homebush | City of Canada Bay | $16.7 million |
| Strathfield Council | $11.1 million |
For more information on eligibility, assessment criteria, and program management, read the Transport Oriented Development Community Infrastructure Program Guidelines – Round 1 (Council Projects) (PDF, 598 KB).
Future rounds
The program will continue, with a further $129 million to be invested in Transport for NSW and council-led projects that support housing growth and improve connections in TOD Accelerated Precincts.
Frequently asked questions
The NSW Government is investing up to $520 million in community infrastructure in Transport Oriented Development Accelerated Precincts, with $220 million allocated specifically for community infrastructure.
Round 1 of the program provides $90 million in available grant funding to councils in Transport Oriented Development Accelerated Precincts. Round 2 will provide $64 million for Transport for NSW projects and a further $65 million will be available to nine councils in Round 3.
Each precinct has been allocated a portion of funding based on its share of housing growth. See the project guidelines for details.
We are also investing $300 million support the precincts to deliver new public open space through the Parks for People program to enhance liveability in growing communities.
Eligible projects include community infrastructure, such as footpath upgrades and separated bicycle paths, as well as road upgrades to benefit pedestrian and cyclists within the 7 TOD Accelerated Precincts.
See the Transport Oriented Development Community Infrastructure Grant Guidelines – Round 1 (Council Projects) (PDF, 598 KB) for a full list of eligible infrastructure.
Projects were selected through a transparent and merit-based assessment process undertaken by the Department.
Applications were assessed against criteria including:
- number of new homes served
- value for money
- strategic alignment with TOD planning objectives
- liveability and urban design outcomes
- deliverability and readiness.
Funding has been directed to projects assessed as delivering significant benefit to local communities and supporting growth around transport hubs.
All projects funded under TOD Community Infrastructure Program must be delivered by 30 June 2029.
In multi-local government area precincts, councils were encouraged to collaborate on projects that are submitted for funding. To be eligible for funding, these councils were required to agree on which projects to submit, and to provide evidence of endorsement of the approach.
More information
For more information about the TOD Community Infrastructure Program and community infrastructure grants, email [email protected]