Our Vision for Saltwater Shores

Our Vision

Saltwater Shores is being shaped as a high quality coastal community that respects the landscape, supports the local economy, and delivers long-term value for owners. Our vision responds to today’s planning framework while establishing a clear pathway toward a more sustainable and appropriate long-term use of the land.

A Coastal Community with Purpose

Saltwater Shores is designed to work with the natural character of Diamond Beach. The masterplan protects key environmental features, maintains coastal living, and provides a welcoming setting for holiday stays and long-term enjoyment.

Changing Planning Outcomes

Saltwater Shores is currently zoned SP3 for Tourism. This zoning no longer reflects how the area is evolving, and the site has been strategically identified for future urban investigation in multiple planning documents, including the MidCoast Housing Strategy, the Urban Release Areas Report, and the Hunter Regional Plan.

Saltwater Shores is actively working with MidCoast Council to prepare a Planning Proposal that seeks to transition the land to a general residential outcome. While not a forgone conclusion, rezoning is expected to progress over the coming years as part of Council’s broader strategic planning program.

A Design Focused on Quality

The vision prioritises coastal lots with good solar access, strong landscape themes, walkable streets, and a calm, contemporary architectural character. Community title governance will ensure the estate matures gracefully and is maintained to a consistently high standard.

A Long-Term Commitment

Saltwater Shores is an intergenerational project.

Our commitment is to deliver a coastal neighbourhood that:

• enhances the natural setting
• supports local businesses and tourism
• provides certainty that the development will be maintained to a high standard
• becomes a benchmark for premium coastal communities on the Mid North Coast