Property & economy · Sydney Plan special briefing · September 2026
Burwood and Homebush: decisions for commercial owners and occupiers
Executive Summary
- Burwood North and Homebush are at different stages in the official August 2026 rezoning register.
- A precinct plan does not establish a development approval or a property’s sale value.
- Start with current income, occupancy and lease obligations before choosing to lease, sell or relocate.

01 · August 2026 register; reviewed 19 September 2026
Burwood North: assessment is not approval
The August 2026 Appendix F lists Burwood North Metro Precinct as under assessment. Homebush TOD appears in the completed rezoning list, with a November 2024 completion date.
ANND perspective: Owners should confirm whether their land falls within the relevant boundary and obtain advice on the current controls. Review tenancy arrangements and holding costs before assuming a redevelopment timetable. Occupiers should check lease expiry, options and any redevelopment provisions with their solicitor.
Source: The Sydney Plan · Appendix F ↗02 · Version 1.0 · 13 August 2026
Prepare an owner or occupier brief
The Sydney Plan is intended to inform local planning, infrastructure priorities and investment decisions across Sydney.
ANND perspective: For an owner, bring the address, tenancy schedule, current lease, outgoings and preferred sale or leasing timeframe. For an occupier, define the operating area, permitted-use requirements, fitout needs and budget. ANND can help compare property options and coordinate commercial negotiations under an agreed appointment.
Source: NSW Government · The Sydney Plan ↗Actions to consider
- Check the precinct boundary and current planning controls for the specific address.
- Prepare the lease and occupancy information before deciding on sale, leasing or relocation.
- Discuss a leasing campaign or ongoing management requirements with ANND.
Questions for your next decision
- What decision needs to be made within the next twelve months?
- How would a delay affect holding costs or business continuity?
Explore your next step
Plan the next step for your property.
Jeffrey Lei · ANND Properties Group Pty Ltd
0405 888 800 · Jeffrey@annd.au