The proposed development will now be known as Milton Faire. Image: IRT Group.
Developers have lodged modified plans for a major development at a Shoalhaven village.
IRT has lodged a development application (DA) modification with Shoalhaven City Council for a new seniors living community.
It is being proposed for the vacant 15-hectare lot at 267 Princes Highway in Milton.
The development used to be known as Milton Meadows, but has been renamed Milton Faire under the changes.
IRT CEO Ross Gallagher said the updated proposal followed further development of the designs and feedback from community consultation.
“Milton Faire is about more than creating beautiful homes – it’s about how people live, connect and belong,” Mr Gallagher said.
“It’s a place designed to support people to continue living well, remain deeply connected to their community and enjoy a lifestyle that evolves with them.
“It also reflects our long-term commitment to the South Coast and our belief that later life should be lived with purpose, dignity and choice – in communities that are carefully considered, well designed and built to last.”
Mr Gallagher says the changes were made after community feedback. Photo: Keeli Dyson.
According to the amended plans, Milton Faire is set to have 105 residential beds in a care home.
There will also be 96 villas and 148 apartments for independent living.
Other facilities will include short-term and key worker accommodation, an indoor pool, gym, sauna, consultation rooms and change facilities.
IRT also proposes shared spaces such as a library, a clubhouse and cafe, a convenience store, a pharmacy and administration spaces.
Open spaces around Milton Faire will also be landscaped, while a boardwalk will be built along the creek line.
Milton Faire brings together retirement living, residential aged care and wellbeing services within a single, connected environment.
The design prioritises independence, walkability and everyday connection.
Mr Gallagher said care had been taken to ensure the seniors living community responded to Milton’s character and natural environment.
“Milton Faire has been designed to sit gently within its environment – celebrating the landscape, protecting significant trees and reflecting the unique spirit of Milton,” he said.
“It’s growth that feels considered, sustainable and right for the community.”
Hundreds of people could live at Milton Faire in the coming years. Image: IRT Group.
IRT’s plans for Milton Faire will be placed on Shoalhaven City Council’s website for public exhibition.
The plans will then progress through the formal assessment process.
While the modified plans are assessed, Stage 1 of the project will continue.
This includes retaining wall construction, service relocations, stormwater works and changes to the service lane access to assist with the road pavement construction.
Work on a supporting roundabout on the Princes Highway is also ongoing.
People can find more information on the project through its page on IRT Group’s website.
