The Humble Boarding House that Beat the Developers’ Wrecking Ball

The humble boarding house that beat the developers’ wrecking ball

A developer will not be able to demolish affordable housing and construct luxury apartments in Paddington, a court has ruled.

Court rejects developer's plan to convert Sydney boarding house to apartments

The boarding house, which became a refuge for low income earners after World War II, was purchased by LFD Developments who then served its residents with eviction orders last October.

Lydgate development finally allowed after series of rejections

A LONG-RUNNING row over land at Lydgate linked to the suffragette movement has seen a house finally allowed to be built on it. Simon Leigh… The post Lydgate development finally allowed after series of rejections appeared first on Saddleworth Independent.

Inner Sydney Boarding House Saved From Demolition In Last Minute Bid

A developer with plans to turn an affordable inner Sydney boarding house into “boutique high-end residential and commercial projects” has lost its appeal in the Land and Environment Court. LFD ... The post Inner Sydney Boarding House Saved From Demolition In Last Minute Bid appeared first on City Hub.

‘Valuable precedent’: council welcomes court rejection of boarding house redevelopment

The City of Sydney hopes a failed bid to convert a Paddington boarding house into private homes, will protect affordable accommodation across NSW.