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Ever wondered how a bustling town on Sydney's Northern Beaches outshines Sydney CBD in unit sales? Join us as we reveal the secrets of DIY's vibrant development scene. From towering apartments to preserving historical facades, every aspect of this town is a testament to its booming real estate profile. But it's not all rosy; we'll also shed light on the thorny issues of escalating construction costs, extended build times, and the peculiar challenges of constructing on a water table - illustrated through the much-anticipated Havana project. 

Now, imagine a landscape where property approvals are on a significant decline, and the threat of a property shortage looms large. Welcome to Sydney, Australia. As we navigate the complex maze of stringent compliance regulations and planning controls, we discuss how potential solutions like higher density and elevated heights in certain areas could turn the tide. Wrap your head around these insights, drawing parallels to the development scene in DIY, to get a comprehensive understanding of Sydney's development landscape. So, buckle up for a deep dive into the intricate dynamics of property development down under!