A new roundabout and roadworks outside a large over-55s housing estate form part of proposed multi-million-dollar improvements in fast-growing West Woolgoolga.
The works are detailed in a draft Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) between the City of Coffs Harbour and INA Plantations Development Pty Ltd, which would co-fund the infrastructure.
A VPA between the parties for a roundabout at the Newmans Road–Solitary Islands Way intersection and an upgrade of Newmans Road outside the manufactured homes lifestyle project was executed in November 2024.
“Construction costs then were based on concept plans while a subsequent detailed design for the roundabout revealed the need for additional works, resulting in increased total costs,” City Planning and Communities Director Ian Fitzgibbon said.
“The additional works include water and sewer main augmentation, enhanced pavement, fencing, and the relocation of power.
“The improvements to the water and sewer mains will ensure that sufficient infrastructure is available to support future development in the Woolgoolga North West growth area.”
The revised total cost of the works is $6.497 million, with the City’s share increasing from $1.932 million to $3.966 million.
The City will fund its contribution from developer levies already collected under its Contributions Plan and Water Supply and Wastewater Development Servicing Plans.
The original VPA relates to a development application for a manufactured homes estate (180 homes), community facilities and associated infrastructure. This has been approved and construction is underway.
At its meeting on 23 April, Council resolved to place an amended draft VPA — reflecting the increased cost and scope of the works — on public exhibition for 28 days.
The draft VPA is available on the City’s website. Submissions are open until Tuesday, 26 May.
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