Planners seek details on Wollongong's 30-storey tower

The NSW Planning Department wants more information before deciding on a 30-storey tower. It is planned for Wollongong's Smith Street.

Why it mattersHigh-rise approvals on historically low-rise sites can shift a city's character quickly. They can also create transport and parking pressure. Residents want a clearer standard.

AustraliaWollongong residents watching the tower approval may face similar density pressure; other NSW councils will watch how this inconsistency is resolved.

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