Epping. Opposition to $500 million project

An environmental assessment of the first stage of the Meriton Apartments $500 million development, on the old Channel 7 site, at Epping, revealed the 90,000 square-metre site would have 650 dwellings, a childcare centre, 1032 parking spaces and generate 3550 vehicle movements a day. However, Meriton has already applied to increase the number of dwellings to 800, infuriating the locals. More than 200 written submissions blasting the developer have been filed online. Parramatta City Council has serious concerns about the project. "The development fails to comply with local planning guidelines and lacks critical supporting infrastructure, such as open spaces, roads and carparking options," said Parramatta Lord Mayor, John Chedid.

Epping. 300 applications for residential project

Over 300 applications have been received for Meriton’s latest release, the Epping Park project on the former Seven Network site, with the majority looking to purchase apartments under the $600,000 threshold, said sales manager, James Sialepis. The Australian understands Meriton has lodged an application with the NSW Department of Planning to amend the original development approval for 650 apartments to 800.

Epping. $55 million for Seven Network site

Meriton Apartments has paid $55 million for the Seven Network site, at Epping, with plans to build at least 650 units in a joint venture with the Rebel Property Group. Meriton has also previously investigated the acquisition of the residential component of John Beville's $1.1 billion Top Ryde mixed-use development. The project is expected to be bought by Crown International Holdings, according to The Australian.