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Zac Efron plans to make his $2 million woodland getaway in Byron Bay into an example of sustainable living.
The 36-year-old actor, known for his part in High School Musical, bought the huge 128-hectare property in 2020.
He's now aiming to create a cutting-edge, off-the-grid home with six bedrooms and a 'zero waste' design. The anticipated development cost is $2.685 million.
Interestingly, while Efron is the formal title holder of the land, the development application was made in the name of Joost Bakker, a well-known environmental activist and friend of his.
Bakker, who has a background in sustainable design and routinely publishes his eco-friendly work on social media, is designated as the 'proponent' for the development by the Tweed Shire Council.
The new residence will be located in tough wilderness at Tomewin, around 25 kilometers inland from Coolangatta and 75 kilometers from Byron Bay.
This development came shortly after his hospitalization for a pool mishap, which has aroused widespread public curiosity.
According to accounts, the actor inhaled a substantial amount of water after striking the pool's bottom, causing evident anxiety and a brief stupor.Security personnel quickly intervened to aid Efron, who was immediately sent to the hospital for treatment.
Despite the worrisome scenario, The High School Musical singer has assured fans that he is now "happy and healthy" while he heals and pursues his ambitions for a breakthrough eco-home in New South Wales.
