After a decade of planning and numerous development applications, Village Building Co has secured approval to commence construction of 168 townhouses at the former Australian Police Force complex in Weston.The Canberra-based developer purchased the site in 2017 for $32 million, with plans to create a mix of standalone and townhouses.Community consultations were conducted, with residents urging the company to 'get on with' the project.

The final development application removed apartment buildings and included space for childcare and healthcare centres, aligning with market demand in Weston Creek, which has seen significant house value growth.Construction of the childcare centre is set to begin later this year, with the first 49 townhouses starting in early 2027.The project reflects broader trends of upsizers seeking larger spaces in the area, with buyers coming from suburbs like Coombs, Wright, and Woden.The development also benefits from recent ACT planning reforms that streamline approvals and improve intergovernmental coordination.