Former Administration Building Adaptive Reuse

CALL FOR PROPOSALS AND IDEAS

INTRODUCING 285 HIGH STREET

Maitland City Council is seeking input from the community and key stakeholders to inform its decision making on the potential adaptive reuse of its former administration building at 285 High Street, Maitland.

Constructed in the early 1980s, the building was occupied by a growing Council administration staff until early 2023, when Council officers moved into the nearby Maitland Administration Centre at 263 High Street.

AT A GLANCE

285 High Street, Maitland 16 parking spaces

Strategically located in the heart of Central Maitland and recognising the range of potential benefits to the community, Council is seeking suggestions on future use, prior to determining next steps.

Submissions will be accepted up until 30 April 2023, and can be made by visiting mait.city/former-admin-building and following the prompts.

Constructed in the early 1980s

bus stop directly outside

800 m from Maitland and High Street train stations

395 sq m

Ground Floor

611 sq m

First Floor

618 SQ M Second Floor

Ground Floor foyer and reception

facilities are on all three levels

The Town Hall and Administration Building

A kitchenette

Fire stairs

Bathroom

Office space on Level One

Car parking at the rear of the building

Reception area on Level One

CENTRAL MAITLAND

TheLevee

The Levee lifestyle precinct

Maitland Regional Art Gallery

Maitland Regional Sports Complex

Maitland Town Hall and Maitland Administration Centre

All Saints College

St. Mary’s and St. Peter’s campus

Maitland and High St. stations

HighStreet

MAITLAND ADMINISTRATION BUILDING

A working space on the Ground Floor

Elevators on the east side of the building

BUILDING FLOORPLANS

Ground

ABOUT MAITLAND

Scenic beauty, unique heritage, rural landscape, welcoming people, an attractive lifestyle and convenient location are some of the factors that have led to Maitland being one of the fastest growing cities in Australia. With an annual growth rate consistently above 2%, the current estimated population is 90,000 residents and is expected to be over 144,500 residents by 2040. The City offers many advantages including, good local services, natural amenities, relatively affordable housing and diverse employment opportunities.

The Wonnarua people – the ‘people of the hills and the plains’, are the First Peoples and traditional custodians of the lands within the Maitland LGA and have been living in the Hunter Valley for tens of thousands of years, maintaining a strong sense of cultural identity.

First settled by Europeans around 1818, Maitland was central to trade and the growth of the Hunter Region. Its rich history and prosperity is reflected in the many civic, commercial and residential historic buildings built in the mid 1800s.

In recent times the City has transitioned into a largely service based economy. Health and social assistance is one of the strongest and fastest growing sectors with significant investment having been made in the new Maitland Hospital. Record high housing approvals also continue to support the growing economy and fuel a strong construction industry.

The visitor economy is another important contributor to the local economy. Centred on local attractions, flagship events and our built and natural heritage assets such as Maitland Regional Art Gallery, Maitland Gaol, Walka Water Works are helping to increase Maitland’s attraction for visitors.

Maitland is a regional destination for education and is home to a renowned agricultural training and education facility, Tocal College, the Hunter Institute of Technology (TAFE) Maitland Campus and the Hunter Valley Training Company (privately owned and Australia’s largest group trainer) offering a range of skills and training to the local workforce.

Maitland is centrally located in the heart of the Hunter Region, two hours north of Sydney and 40 minutes west of Newcastle, with Newcastle Airport an easy 35 minute drive away.

At the heart of the City is Central Maitland, enriched with buildings and structures that represent eras across the past two centuries that form one of the richest and most complete pictures of our history, giving it a unique character. Recent investments including the development of The Levee Lifestyle Precinct, the new Maitland Administration Centre, the Maitland Regional Sports Complex and upgrade of the rail and bus transport interchange are ensuring that character continues to evolve and thrive.

To find out more visit maitland.nsw.gov.au

The Levee Shared Zone, High Street 700m walking distance

No.1 Sportsground 350m walking distance

TAKE A LOOK AT THE BUILDING

Council will host two opportunities for interested parties to walk through the former Administration Building. Registration is required.

The first will be on Wednesday 5 April at 2.00pm and the second will be Wednesday 12 April at 5.30pm. Click to register your attendance here mait.city/former-admin-building or scan the QR code.

NEXT STEPS

A decision on the future adaptive reuse of the building will be made by the elected Council during 2023. A report providing details on proposals and ideas from individuals, community groups and businesses will be presented to Council to inform their decision making.

The Levee Shared Zone, High Street 700m walking distance

Maitland Regional Art Gallery 200m walking distance

Maitland Station 900m walking distance

High Street Station 700m walking distance

Maitland Regional Athletics Centre and No.1 Sportsground 350m walking distance