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MACQUARIE PARK CORRIDOR

Macquarie CentreBusiness in Macquarie Park


   Macquarie Park Employment Area began life as an industrial area in the mid 1960's with the rezoning of 'Green Belt'
   land to allow for industrial activities. During the same period, development Macquarie University began on adjacent land. 
   Initially the industrial area was based on the idea of a similar industrial area surrounding the Stanford University in San
   Francisco, which provided for the interaction between industries and the University.

   Early development, during the 1970's, saw companies such AWA Limited, Beiersdorf, Racal and Universal Press locate their
   corporate headquarters in the area.

   The current reputation of Macquarie Park is that of the leading high-tech industrial area in Australia, attracting electronic,
   scientific, computing, medical, communication and pharmaceutical companies. Many of these businesses have their
   headquarters outside the area, with the majority being overseas.

   Major attractions to the area are the prestige factor, well located in relation to the CBD, North Sydney, Chatswood and
   Parramatta, access (M2 and other major roads), university and CSIRO, an environment to develop substantial relationships
   with other businesses in the area, corporate character and an aesthetically pleasing environment.

   The impact of these high-tech businesses on the area has been to transform an industrial based employment area into a
   successful green business park.

   Since its inception the Area has seen a steady growth in the floor space, with an average annual increase of 22,000 m².
   Demand for floor space in the area is expected to continue the long-term growth trend.

   Council and PlanningNSW have entered into a partnership as part of the Living Centres Program to maximise the opportunities
   offered by the recently approved Parramatta Rail Line. This will be achieved by delivering a master plan vision for the
   Macquarie Park Corridor to ensure future development will build on the success of the Macquarie Park Corridor as a major
   employment area.

   To date, a strategic vision for the area has been developed following a series of visioning workshops with key stakeholders. A
   preferred development option consistent with this vision has been identified and a structure plan addressing this option
   prepared. In addition, a Transport Management and Accessibility Plan (TMAP) has developed transport solutions for the area
   based on the preferred development option.

   The next stage of the project, the development of a master plan for the Macquarie Park Corridor, based on the conclusions of
   the structure plan and TMAP, has been prepared.

   The vision statement, how people see the future of the area in terms of its look, feel and function, establishes a set of broad
   directions to guide the future development of the area.

   Vision Statement

  • A premium location for globally competitive businesses with strong links to the university and research institutions
  • Accessible and vibrant station areas
  • A high quality, well designed, safe and livable environment that reflects the natural setting
  • Better integrated residential and business areas
  • An enhanced sense of identity for the area
  • Better lifestyles for all those who live, work and study in the area.

   Latest Documents

   Draft Development Control Plan No. 55, Macquarie Park Corridor, North Ryde (PDF 4446KB)
    DDCP Macquarie Park Corridor - Submission Summary and Recommended Responses (PDF 419KB)


LEP 137 (PDF 344KB)
Maps:
Zoning (PDF 462KB)
Corridor Area (PDF 417KB)
Floor Space Ratio (PDF 453KB)
Height Restrictions (PDF 467KB)
Parking Restrictions (PDF 435KB)

Public Hearing Report - Draft LEP 137 December 2004
(PDF 239KB)
Macquarie Park Corridor, North Ryde Master Plan (July 2004)
Chapters 1-4 (PDF 2232KB)
Chapter 5 (PDF 2076KB)
Chapter 6-Appendix (PDF 259KB)
Macquarie Park Structure Plan Part 1 - Background Report (PDF 3519KB)

Macquarie Park Structure Plan Part 2 - Design Principles
1.0 Background (PDF 834KB)
2.0 Strategic Context (PDF 1645KB)
3.0 Urban Structure
Part A (PDF 2981KB)
Part B (PDF 1953KB)
Part C (PDF 2371KB)
Part D (PDF 2373KB)
Part E (PDF 1864KB)

Macquarie Park Transport Management and Accessibility Plan (TMAP)
Chapter 1-2 (PDF 1468KB)
Chapter 3
Part A (PDF 3744KB)
Part B (PDF 2696KB)
Chapter 4-Appendix (PDF 1872KB)

North Ryde Industrial Area
(PDF 61KB)
North Ryde & Comparative Industrial Technology Parks (November 1998) (PDF 3422KB)
Parking Demand Study (Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre and Macquarie Park)
Report to Committee of the Whole 08/08 - 3 June (PDF KB)
  Minutes of Committee of the Whole 08/08 - 3 June (PDF 45KB)
  DDCP Macquarie Park Corridor - Submission Summary and Recommended Responses (PDF 419KB) 

Last Updated: 27 June 2008

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