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Planning approval for redevelopment was granted in 2022. The approved scheme includes 81 houses and a five/six-storey building with 142 apartments plus ground-floor retail. Construction is underway. The site is a former strip retail park. A closed mall (Auburn Mall) is 5.8km away. Housing market data shows 29.5% ZHVI growth over five years. Permits show 1,434 multi-family units approved in 2024. Traffic data indicates a minor arterial road with 6,832 ADT. No other details provided.", "why": "The site is actively redeveloping per approved plans, with housing and retail components. Nearby closed mall and housing market trends are noted. Construction permits confirm active development.", "where_it_stands": "Approved and under construction. 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