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The growing suburb of Jacka will be the Suburban Land Agency’s (SLA) first all-electric suburb, with all residents encouraged to install rooftop solar to generate renewable energy.

During construction

During construction, we will keep many of the hills and ridgelines to maintain the natural landscape, these will also provide exceptional views across Canberra. Natural waterways will be kept as open space to help protect native flora and fauna and create native corridors for animals to be able to navigate the wider environment. A water filtration system throughout the suburb will support the vitality and health of the wetlands and environment.

During construction, extensive consultation with a range of stakeholders and Indigenous knowledge-holders will help us strategically plant trees and shrubs, while also keeping existing mature trees which will become natural shade canopies throughout the suburb. Tree shade can result in reductions of short-wave radiation reaching the ground surface by 60%–90%, with upward of 20°C differences in surface temperatures between shaded areas and sunny asphalt areas.1 We’re dedicated to creating healthy environments that promote connections and activity, which is why we’re focused so heavily on environmental initiatives throughout our developments.

We are also committed to using environmentally sustainable practices in building and infrastructure design, and will actively promote the benefits of sustainable and environmentally friendly building techniques for homeowners and developers.

Charging electric car

Learn more about Jacka's rebates

Energy and landscaping rebates

Jacka buyers will have access to two optional rebates to help create a more sustainable home and garden. The Energy and Landscape rebates are both optional and can be applied for after block settlement.
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Cat containment

To protect native wildlife in Jacka and the surrounding natural environment, Jacka will be a cat containment suburb. This means that the Jacka community will be required to keep their cat/s confined to their premises at all times..

Solid fuel heating systems

The ACT Government is committed to protecting the environment across all our suburbs. Buyers in Jacka will need to comply with the Solid Fuel Heating restriction in the Crown Lease. Solid fuel heating system will not be allowed to be installed in Jacka without the prior written approval of the Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate.

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

Acknowledgement artwork by Leilani Keen-Church

Artwork by Leilani Keen-Church

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