August 2025 update
We're inviting expressions of interest (EOI) from experienced developers for the purchase and development of 79 Grey Street.
This is a prime 661 square metre freehold site in the heart of our rapidly transforming city centre.
Strategically located near the new Te Manawataki o Te Papa civic precinct, the University of Waikato campus, and key transport and commercial infrastructure, the site is zoned City Centre Business Zone.
This allows for mixed-use development opportunities including commercial, residential, retail, and visitor accommodation.
A condition of sale is that the new development must include a public pedestrian laneway between Grey Street and Durham Street, enhancing city connectivity and activating the urban environment.
We're seeking a developer with a strong track record and a compelling vision that aligns with the city’s revitalisation goals.
You can access the EOI document through the link below.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact CityDevelopment@tauranga.govt.nz.
GETS | Tauranga City Council - TC322/25 Sale of 79 Grey Street
What's happening
We're working on plans to create a new laneway across the vacant lots at 79 Grey Street and 134 Durham Street.
The new space will offer students, bus users and pedestrians an easier way to move between the two streets.
In short, it will offer people better access to public transport, the University of Waikato, shops and food outlets.
Development opportunity
In November 2024, our Project Planning and Monitoring Committee approved the sale of the 79 Grey Street site through an Expressions of Interest (EOI) process.
As part of this process, we're keen to hear about any proposals to develop the site with a high-quality urban design that incorporates the public laneway.
Please get in touch with our City Development Team if you wish to be involved in the EOI process.
Context
This project joins many other initiatives aimed at making our city centre a great place to live, work, learn, and play.
Check out some other great initiatives on our City Centre webpage.
More information
You can find out more about the vision for the downtown area in our City Centre Action and Investment Plan.