Eager Street Corrimal
- Description Affordable housing development
- Location Corrimal
- Sector Living
- Sub-Sector Accommodation, Affordable Housing
- Specialties New Build
- Contract Type Fixed Lump Sum, GC21
- Delivery Method Construct Only
- Client Homes NSW
- Architect NKT Architecture Pty Ltd
- Photographer Grindley
The Eager Street, Corrimal development delivers much-needed social and affordable housing, providing safe and comfortable living for residents in a period of increasing rental pressure across New South Wales. Designed to support long-term community stability, the project responds to the growing demand for accessible, well-located housing options close to local services, transport links and established neighbourhood infrastructure.
Constructed within an existing residential area, the project required careful planning to minimise disruption to neighbouring properties and ensure a safe, well-managed site. Works were staged to maintain clear access and separation between construction activities and the surrounding public domain, with a strong focus on safety and quality.
Key design features prioritise durability and adaptability. The development comprises face brickwork with timber-framed walls and zincalume steel roof sheeting, selected for longevity and low maintenance. 4 ground-floor units are fully adaptable, supporting accessibility and Homes New South Wales ageing-in-place outcomes. Sustainability initiatives included solar hot water systems and rainwater tanks connected to toilets and dishwashers, with all units compliant with stringent BASIX requirements.
The scope of works included the construction of 14 self-contained units, 10 one-bedroom and 4 two-bedroom dwellings, each with its own private outdoor area incorporating landscaped, grassed and paved spaces, as well as dedicated clothes-drying facilities. External works involved a new driveway connection from the central car park to the street, boundary fencing to Eager Street and part of Arthur Street and hydroseeding and landscaping to the site frontage.
The completed development provides high-quality housing for the broader Corrimal community and contributes to lasting social value and helps address ongoing housing affordability challenges.