Nine architecturally designed terraces built using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) at Landcom's Schofields development are now complete and ready for families to move in.
The Minns Labor Government is backing new ways of building faster to deliver more homes for the people of NSW by having the government-owned property developer pilot new methods of construction that cut build times.
Large sections of the 2-storey, 3-bedroom homes were built off site, with rigorous quality and safety checks, before being transported to the site in Sydney's northwest and craned into position.
The results show what MMC can deliver:
- Faster: the homes were complete in about eight months, compared with 12 to 14 months for a traditional, comparable build.
- Higher quality: building in a controlled factory environment allows rigorous quality and safety checks.
- Less waste: off-site manufacturing helps minimise construction waste.
- Built to scale: greater efficiencies are expected through future projects delivered at scale using repeatable designs.
Four of the MMC terrace homes will be available for sale this month, with the remainder to become available in early 2027.
The terraces form part of Landcom's broader Burdekin Road development, which will deliver around 140 new homes, including terraces and manor homes close to transport, jobs and services with at least 30 per cent to be affordable housing.
Backing MMC across NSW
The Schofields terraces are just one step in the Minns Labor Government's plan to make MMC a mainstream way of building high-quality homes in NSW.
With the recent reforms introduced through the nation-leading Building (Approvals and Practitioners) Act 2026, NSW now has the clearest regulatory framework for MMC in Australia.
The Act formally recognises prefabricated buildings in law and integrates them into the building approvals system. Together, these changes will increase industry certainty, boost consumer confidence, and encourage more builders to take advantage of innovative MMC. Consumer protections were one of the big things holding this approach to home-building back.
The Minns Labor Government is also backing the industry to grow, with $32.3 million over four years to modernise building approvals, $10 million for the Modular Housing Taskforce and almost $4 million in grants for local manufacturers and small businesses.
It is also establishing an MMC certification system and developing guidance to help government agencies buy more MMC products.
The Minns Labor Government is currently finalising an Expressions of Interest selection process from businesses to build or expand advanced manufacturing facilities in NSW, having received strong interest from local and international firms.
Landcom is also expanding its MMC program with a second pilot of 33 dwellings at Edmondson Park. A Development Application has been lodged with Liverpool Council.
As the NSW Government property developer, Landcom continues to deliver homes across NSW, including its Build to Rent project in East Lismore and additional projects in the Northern Rivers, South Coast, Central West and Greater Sydney.
The Minns Labor Government's planning reforms and surplus land audit have increased the pipeline of homes for NSW, with the highest number of homes under construction in the country; more than 80,000 homes, and thousands more in the development pipeline.
The Schofields terraces are part of the Minns Labor Government's plan to build a better NSW, with more homes, jobs, parks and services so young people, families and essential workers can live and work in the communities they choose.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Scully said:
"These terraces show that Modern Methods of Construction will allow us to build homes faster, rigorous quality and safety checks.
"The Minns Labor Government is backing new ways of building - getting more homes built, and built faster, and more people in a home of their own.
"Productivity Commission analysis reports that productivity in the Australian construction industry has fallen in recent decades and the innovation of modern methods of construction may allow this to be turned around so that new homes can be built more quickly meaning people can move in sooner.
"We have passed nation leading laws to recognise prefabricated buildings, industry is answering our call to build the homes of the future, and we are expanding our pilots with Landcom, because we are pulling every lever to deliver more homes for people across NSW."
Minister for Building, Anoulack Chanthivong said:
"This is a very exciting milestone, showing how innovative construction methods can deliver real outcomes for local families and communities.
"The Minns Labor Government is removing red tape to boost housing completions and support innovative ways to build safe, high-quality homes.
"This development is proof that we're building more quality homes faster and cheaper without compromising on quality."
Member for Riverstone, Warren Kirby, said:
"The Riverstone electorate is one of the fastest-growing communities in NSW, and we need more homes that local families, young people and essential workers can afford.
"The Minns Labor Government is backing our community to lead the way with Modern Methods of Construction in Schofields, while also showcasing why it is a great place to live.
"This project will complement Landcom's broader development at Schofields, providing greater housing choice and helping create a connected community where people can put down roots and build their future."
Landcom CEO, Alex Wendler said:
"As Landcom celebrates 50 years, we are looking to the future, trialing the latest housing technologies to make more homes happen.
"The lessons from this project will help us scale up our MMC program and deliver more diverse housing, faster, where it is needed most."
