TODs promise high-density, mixed-use living, but most Australians prefer space, privacy, and family-friendly homes. OwnerDeveloper explores why TODs struggle and what smarter, market-driven development looks like.

Brisbane and Sydney are pushing major planning reforms to unlock more medium-density housing and improve project feasibility. Brisbane is reviewing LMR zoning to revive infill development, while Sydney’s Blackwattle Bay rezoning adds 1,500+ homes and new public spaces. OwnerDeveloper breaks down what these changes mean for developers ready to seize new opportunities.