Parking requirements to be cut back under new design standards proposed for apartments

By Leesha McKenny and Toby Johnstone
Updated September 23 2014 - 7:23pm, first published 6:49pm
Proposed changes to design standards would allow new builds close to public transport to be built without car parking. Photo: Belinda Pratten
Proposed changes to design standards would allow new builds close to public transport to be built without car parking. Photo: Belinda Pratten
Planning Minister Pru Goward said new regulations could save homebuyers up to $50,000. Photo: Wolter Peeters
Planning Minister Pru Goward said new regulations could save homebuyers up to $50,000. Photo: Wolter Peeters

Changes that would allow apartments near train stations or light rail stops to be built without parking could increase resident opposition to projects in parts of Sydney, an industry group has warned.

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