North Parramatta sits directly north of the Parramatta CBD. Across the river and Parramatta Park. Heritage precinct cottages sit next to 1960s brick veneer and modern infill. The heritage controls on the Cumberland Hospital site and the precinct boundary. Mean documentation has to be right before the first wall comes down.

Here is what partial demolition and strip outs look like in North Parramatta, NSW. High proportion of pre-1990 housing means bonded asbestos is widespread. Eaves, soffits, fibro garages, asbestos cement fences, vinyl tile flooring with asbestos backing. Heritage controls across the Parramatta North precinct mean. Any demolition near the heritage curtilage is partial only. Conservation reporting required. Sorrell Street, Belmore Street East and Buller Street carry the heritage cottages. Brick veneer homes from the 1960s line Albert Street. Partial demolition for renovation is the standard pattern. Rear extensions, dated bathrooms, kitchens, fibro outbuildings. Truck access from the M2/M4 to licensed asbestos disposal facilities is clean.

Landmarks and streets worth a mention. Parramatta North Heritage Precinct and the former Parramatta Female Factory sit in North Parramatta. Cumberland Hospital site sits inside the heritage curtilage. Commercial pockets on Pennant Hills Road and Church Street North.