Abstract
The next 50 years will be characterised by increased pressure on service delivery systems and the housing market with the significant rise in the number of older people ageing in-community (Abbott, et al., 2009). In order to be sustainable, cities must support their residents' needs to ensure their wellbeing and productivity. While international concepts of 'Age-Friendly Cities', 'liveability', 'new urbanism' and 'smart growth' have tangible economic, social and environmental benefits, market demand continues to be a key contributor to the type of aged care provided and the choice of housing stock in urban communities (SCRC, 2009b). As a result, service providers are seeking guidance on seniors' accommodation and built environment needs for the future. In a time of increasing densification of urban communities, the challenge is how to make infill development1 suitable and attractive to older Australians. This research asks - how do we create liveable, affordable, and sustainable communities for older people in neighbourhoods that are being densified?