The most elevated residential tower in Palm Beach, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/corallo-palm-beach-5-palm-beach-avenue-palm-beach-qld-4221">Corallo</a>, has officially launched this week, however only a handful of buyers will have an opportunity to buy in to the 17-storey project.

The $200 million mixed-use project includes ground floor dining and retail and is considered so valuable its developer, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/changfa-group">Changfa Group</a>, will be staging its release of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses to the market.

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<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/project-marketer/colliers">Colliers</a> International, Director, David Higgins, said the development’s location just metres from the beach on the corner of Palm Beach Avenue and the Gold Coast Highway influenced the sculptural design by the acclaimed Plus Architecture studio.

“<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/palm-beach-qld-4221">Palm Beach</a> locals understand the rare opportunity here at Corallo, particularly being the tallest building in the suburb and its proximity to the beach and local restaurants, and they’ve represented the bulk of pre-launch enquiries,” Higgins said.

“The orientation of the apartments captures views of the coastline from Surfers Paradise to Currumbin, and the diversity of floor plans and apartment types provide an exceptional level of choice.

“The first release includes just 59 one-, two and three-bedroom apartments and two half-floor penthouses, with flexible use designed to appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors."

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In addition to the ground floor amenity, residents will also have access to a private dedicated wellness level offering 734 sqm of resort-style amenities including a pool, cold plunge, wet deck, steam room, sauna, gym, day bed, fire pit, barbecue area, dining area and yoga/stretch deck.

The project is located within walking distance of Tallebudgera Creek, Burleigh Heads village, Currumbin Alley and Palm Beach Currumbin High School. The Gold Coast Airport is under 10 minutes away.

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Higgins said Palm Beach remained a hotly contested suburb for home buyers, with prices doubling in the past five years.

“What makes Corallo so appealing to the local market is the diversity of apartment types and pricing, with one-bedroom apartments starting from $841,000 and two-bedroom apartments starting from $1.34 million,” he said.

“The ground floor retail and dining offering will further expand on Palm Beach’s village atmosphere and create a meeting place for locals, and those opportunities for connection are highly valued.”

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The on-site sales display, which includes a fully fitted kitchen, bathroom and bedroom, will be open until early works commence in Q1 2026. Each residence at Corallo will feature premium finishes including natural stone, artisanal brickwork, and warm copper accents.

Changfa Group has a two-decade history of delivering premium developments in Australia and internationally, having recently completed its collection of premium townhomes at Lyra, Hope Island, as well as apartment projects in Leichhardt, Carlingford, and Chatswood in New South Wales.

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$200 million Corallo Palm Beach launches with limited apartment release

In a move that aligns with NSW's accelerated planning incentives for affordable housing, developer&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/the-one-collection">One Collection</a> has revised its Hills District apartment plans, and taken it to the NSW Government, to secure approval.

The developer, which is currently delivering Horizon Hurstville, is seeking to add 80 more apartments to its <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-one-castle-hill-16-dawes-avenue-nsw-2154">Castle Hill development</a> near Castle Towers. They already have approval for 280 apartments across eight six-storey buildings.

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Now on the desks of the NSW Department of Planning is 360 apartments, 48 of which will be dedicated to affordable housing.&nbsp;Affordable housing is to be “fully integrated within the building and visually indistinguishable,” according to the planning submission.

The 15,697 sqm block, an amalgamation of 16 sites, spans across Dawes Avenue, Hughes Avenue, and Camdan Crescent, sits 550m from Hills Showground Metro Station.&nbsp;

"The existing context is quickly changing from free-standing homes into residential flat buildings in line with the Hills Showground Precinct planning framework," Place Studio noted.

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They said the design was informed by the site's unique condition of having three street frontages and was developed to to respond sensitively to iots surrounding context.

"The design adopted a conventional perpendicular alignment to the primary street frontage. The massing of the development was carefully modulated to align with the evolving character of the neighbourhood. The design ensured that the scale was not excessive or out of context, but instead contributed to a cohesive urban form consistent with emerging developments in the area."

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The apartment mix will be 46 one-beds, 168 two-bed apartments, and 146 three-bedroom units, with 631 parking spaces proposed.

Along the street frontages, the building heights are four storeys with a 7.5 metre setback, and eight storeys with an 11.5 metre setback. It should cost about $150 million to build.

One Collection works hand-in-hand with the respected development and construction firm Masscon, which has built a reputation for leveraging its expertise in the built environment to take on developments others can't. That's what they're achieving at Horizon Hurstville, having taken over the project to deliver it.

First look: One Collection advances plans for Castle Hill apartments

At Yarra’s Edge, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/mirvac">Mirvac</a>’s newest tower under construction, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/trielle-at-yarra-s-edge-docklands-16-point-park-crescent-docklands-vic-3008">Trielle</a>, sets a new benchmark for elevated living. Rising 45 storeys, 12.5 metres from the Yarra River, the landmark building offers residents access to a private wellness retreat and spa, a resident-only golf simulator, and an elegant lounge, dining and bar complete with a self-playing piano, all without ever having to leave home.

Now, that sense of elevation has reached new heights with the Aerus Sub-Penthouses, a limited release of half-floor riverfront residences on the Collins St axis where the sought-after street meets the Yarra River.

Each Aerus Sub-Penthouse, located across levels 42 and 43, represents the most expansive offering within Trielle, aside from the yet-to-be-revealed crowning penthouses. Spanning between 269 and 301 sqm, these residences are designed to capture natural light and uninterrupted views of the city skyline, Yarra River, and Port Phillip Bay.

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Among the collection are three-bedroom sub penthouses, complemented by a media room, and expansive four-bedroom layouts. All include panoramic living areas and oversized master suites with luxury ensuites reminiscent of a five-star hotel, complemented by dedicated dressing rooms finished in timber and natural stone.

The interiors have been crafted by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/mirvac-design">Mirvac Design</a>, the developer’s award-winning in-house architecture and design team. Every material has been chosen for quality and longevity, from sculpted stone island benches with feature soft wash LED lighting to bespoke joinery and chevron timber oak flooring.

Kitchens are fitted with a BORA induction cooktop with integrated downdraft extractor, alongside Gaggenau appliances, including a fridge, freezer, and wine fridge. The adjoining butler’s pantry incorporates the exclusive Gaggenau Minimalistic Series including oven, steam oven, microwave, coffee machine and warming drawer, all concealed behind handleless glass panels for a clean, integrated presentation. Bathrooms feature custom Apaisar freestanding baths and basins and natural stone benchtops, continuing Mirvac’s design emphasis on tactile, timeless materials.&nbsp;

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Michael Wiener, Design Director at Mirvac, says The Aerus Sub-Penthouse embodies the apex of Mirvac’s design ethos.

“Moving through your home is like walking on air - a private sanctuary where the craftsmanship is refined, the proportions generous, and the flow so effortless, you feel completely at ease in the sky,” Wiener says.

“In Aerus, we wanted to create a sense of weightlessness - a home that feels suspended in the skyline, full of light, grounded in luxury.”

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The Aerus Sub-Penthouses are expected to attract a mix of local and international buyers seeking a long-term residence of scale and quality in a riverfront setting, from returning expats to established families and business owners who value privacy, craftsmanship, and convenience within walking distance of the CBD.

With an unmatched suite of amenities, Trielle is the most extensively appointed development Mirvac has created to date at Yarra’s Edge. Within the tower will be The Oasis, a 900 sqm podium rooftop wellness retreat designed in collaboration with spa expert Naomi Gregory. Located seven storeys above the Yarra River promenade, it features a 25-metre lap pool, spa and sauna, hot magnesium spa, biophilic gym, yoga and Pilates studio, cold-pail contrast treatment, and day spa treatment rooms. Further amenities include a piano lounge, bookable dining room, cinema room, golf simulator studio, games room, teppanyaki bar, dog wash bay, and two flexible work hubs, The Biblioteca library and Mills Place office space, catering to residents’ evolving lifestyle needs.

Construction of the $350 million tower is underway through Mirvac’s in-house construction arm, with completion anticipated for mid-2027.

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Sky-high sanctuaries: Mirvac unveils The Aerus sub-penthouses at Trielle

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/jwland-development">JWLand</a>’s De Burgh, the final residential release within the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, is nearing completion just as the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme prepares for its most significant expansion to date.&nbsp;

From October 2025, the scheme will allow first home buyers to enter the market with just a five per cent deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance (LMI), removing some of the most common barriers to ownership.

With <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/de-burgh-at-northbourne-village-40-de-burgh-street-lyneham-act-2602">De Burgh</a> on track for residents to move in by late spring 2025, the timing creates a strong opportunity for first home buyers seeking brand-new apartments in Canberra’s sought-after Inner North.&nbsp;

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The project delivers 350 residences across two buildings, with layouts ranging from compact studios through to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.

JWLand has tailored the development for long-term liveability, integrating natural light, privacy and outdoor space into each home. Ground-floor residences feature private courtyards, while upper levels benefit from generous balconies.

Kitchens are fitted with Fisher &amp; Paykel appliances, and all apartments include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning with smartphone app control for lighting and climate.&nbsp;

Shared resident facilities include a rooftop garden, gym, lounge and parcel lockers, alongside landscaped green space within the precinct.

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For buyers, the expanded Home Guarantee Scheme removes income caps and introduces unlimited places, making it more accessible than ever. With most De Burgh apartments priced under $1 million, they fall well within the updated eligibility thresholds.

The policy changes provide first home buyers with greater certainty and a smoother path to finance. Combined with the quality and location of De Burgh, the expanded scheme is expected to draw a new wave of buyers to Canberra’s Inner North.

Residents will benefit from the project’s central setting, just 600 metres from the light rail and three kilometres from Canberra’s CBD. The precinct is bordered by the <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developments/lyneham-act-2602">Lyneham</a> wetlands and sits within easy reach of cafes, restaurants, schools and the ANU.

With completion scheduled for late 2025, De Burgh is set to be among the first major apartment projects to meet the expanded scheme head-on, offering first-time buyers a realistic pathway to ownership in one of Canberra’s most connected neighbourhoods.

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JWLand’s De Burgh aligns with expanded Homebuyer Scheme, opening doors for first home buyers in Canberra’s Inner North

A subtropical pair of residential towers are in planning for a key South Brisbane site neighbouring the iconic Expo ’88 Skyneedle, with new documents revealing a vertically layered vision designed to respond to the precinct’s evolving high-density character.

The proposal has been lodged by&nbsp;Darveniza Group, which is also is behind the 400-apartment Station Quarter precinct in Alderley.

Darveniza Group, led by Jane Darveniza, the Brisbane-based investor and Queensland rich-lister and widow of the late property magnate Bojan Darveniza, is seeking approval for a mixed-use project encompassing 204 apartments, ground-level retail, food and drink tenancies, and office space across two architecturally integrated towers at 37–39 Manning Street.

Occupying an 1,822 sqm site, the proposed towers would rise above a sculptural podium base, with a recessed landscaped centre, rooftop communal areas, and a total of 220 car parks and 256 bicycle bays. The apartment mix spans one- to five-bedroom dwellings, with a design emphasis on generous balconies, cross-ventilation, and climate-responsive materials.

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“The development is conceived as two slender twin buildings that meet at a lushly landscaped central recess,” the Finegrain design report states. “The façade is highly articulated with the plan form stepping back and forth to reduce visual bulk and maximise internal occupants’ access to natural light and air”.

A hallmark of the proposal is its integration of greenery, both visually and functionally. Around 77 per cent of the site’s green plot ratio is delivered through vertical planting spines, a green podium wall, and rooftop amenity. Ground-level deep planting and landscaped communal zones aim to create a shaded, walkable interface along Manning Street.

“The stepped plan form introduces variation in balcony setbacks and enclosed apartment areas, enriching both the façade expression and the resident experience,” the design team notes. “At ground and podium levels, this stepping also enhances permeability, maximising pedestrian view lines to the neighbouring Skyneedle and reinforcing a strong sense of local identity”.

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The site directly adjoins the heritage-listed Skyneedle at 35 Manning Street, an enduring legacy of World Expo ’88. The accompanying heritage impact report by Pendergast Architects contends that the proposal has been carefully conceived to protect the cultural significance and landmark visibility of the structure.

“The design provides setbacks, tower separation and podium articulation to maintain the visibility and landmark role of the adjoining Skyneedle,” the report states. “The significance of the Skyneedle lies principally in its landmark visibility and cultural symbolism, rather than in detailed fabric or architectural setting”.

The proposal sits within the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct, under Brisbane’s TLPI 02/2023, where revised planning controls support high-density, mixed-use development integrated with subtropical design and increased public realm contributions.

Finegrain’s design reflects this intent, drawing cues from the site's adjacency to Musgrave Park, the subtropical landscape of South Brisbane, and cultural landmarks such as QPAC and South Bank.

Twin green towers proposed for Manning Street, South Brisbane site beside Skyneedle

Development Application

Two new mixed-use residential developments are in the pipeline for Wollongong&rsquo;s CBD, continuing the upwards growth in the area.

Local developers, Blaq Projects, are behind one of the lodged development, with plans to construct an 18-storey building at 24-30 Kenny Street.

The $33 million development outlines 68 residential units, along with a 78-room hotel which will feature a range of amenities, including a caf&eacute;, swimming pool and gym.

While the operator for the hotel is yet to be announced, the successful group will manage and operate the hotel alongside Anya Solutions, which is headed by Blaq&#39;s chief financial officer, Sharmen Naidoo.

Designed by Robert Gizzi at Design Workshop Australia - another Wollongong local &ndash; the development application has also included basement level parking for 122 vehicles.

On the northern end of the CBD, a seven-storey residential development has been put forward, with plans to designate the 1889 sqm ground floor as retail space.

81-85 Keira Street will comprise 43 apartments and will feature basement level parking.

Local developers, Blaq Projects, are behind one of the lodged development, with plans to construct an 18-storey building at 24-30 Kenny Street.

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Two new residential offerings added to Wollongong's development pipeline

There were a number of development updates and lodged plans up and down the Gold Coast over June, as well as a sales update considered by many as one of the best selling towers ever seen on the Gold Coast.

Urban has wrapped up the movements on the Gold Coast across June.

Seven boss Ryan Stokes lodges plans for Palm Beach apartment development Akuna

The Seven Group media heir Ryan Stokes is set to develop an apartment block on his recently acquired double block on Gold Coast’s Palm Beach.

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Stokes, managing director and&nbsp;chief executive of Seven Group Holdings which his father Kerry Stokes founded in 1991, has lodged plans for Akuna, a boutique block of just 13 apartments designed by the Brisbane-based Modulus Architecture at 39-41 Jefferson Lane, Palm Beach.

For more information, <a href="/news/qld/seven-boss-ryan-stokes-lodges-plans-for-palm-beach-apartment-development-akuna">click here</a>.

Cru Collective submit plans for Kirra Beach apartment development

Having recently completed its Palm Beach apartment development Siarn,&nbsp;Gold Coast developer&nbsp;Cru Collective&nbsp;has lodged a development application for an exclusive&nbsp;collection of full floor apartments on&nbsp;the sought-after Kirra beachfront.

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The site at 2 Musgrave Street will become a boutique tower of just 11 beachfront apartments, each with three bedrooms and internal living space of over 280 sqm.

Each apartment will have two living areas, a butler’s pantry, wine cellar and a&nbsp;dry bar. Secure lift access will lead to each residence’s private foyer.

For more information, <a href="/news/qld/cru-collective-submit-plans-for-luxury-kirra-beach-apartment-development">click here</a>.

S&amp;S Projects lodge plans for mixed-use Coolangatta development Esprit

Fresh off the success of their nearby Flow and Awaken Residences, the Gold Coast&nbsp;developer S&amp;S Projects has lodged plans for its latest coastal development.

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They're set to develop a mixed-use precinct at&nbsp;217-227 Boundary Street Coolangatta, a few streets back from Rainbow Bay.

Above ground level retail will be two interconnected buildings designed by&nbsp;Cottee Parker Architects&nbsp;totalling&nbsp;96 apartments.

The main residential tower will have 72-two bedroom apartments and 19-three bedroom apartments across 12 levels.

For more information, <a href="/news/qld/first-look-s-s-projects-lodge-plans-for-mixed-use-coolangatta-development-esprit">click here</a>.

Sammut nearly sell-out Surfers Paradise apartment tower just three weeks after lodging DA

Just three weeks after submitting their development application, the Sydney-based developer Sammut Group have secured $110 million in conditional sales for Coast, their Surfers Paradise apartment tower.

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They've secured sales of over 43 of the 49 total apartments, with sales so far ranging between $3.5 million and $9 million, at an average of $4.5 million.

For more information, <a href="/news/qld/sammut-nearly-sell-out-surfers-paradise-apartment-tower-just-three-weeks-after-lodging-da">click here.</a>

De-Luxe apartments set to tower over Old Burleigh Theatre site

In the 1930s the Old Burleigh Theatre&nbsp;was a popular cinema and&nbsp;dance hall.

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The Goodwin Terrace building is now set to start its new life as a mixed-use development, with the Sydney-based developers Weiya Holdings&nbsp;receiving&nbsp;sign off from the Gold Coast Council to create a new local hotspot.

The development&nbsp;will be&nbsp;the first ever adaptive re-use of a building with heritage elements on the Gold Coast.

There will be 30 apartments designed by the Brisbane-based architecture firm Conrad Gargett, who specialise in heritage restoration.

For more information, <a href="/news/qld/de-luxe-apartments-set-to-tower-over-old-burleigh-theatre-site">click here</a>.

Urban has wrapped up the movements on the Gold Coast across June

Development update: What happened on the Gold Coast in June?

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Plans have been lodged for an eight level, 45 apartment tower in the Queensland's coastal Palm Beach.

The yet-to-be-named project at 14-18 Twenty Eighth Avenue, Palm Beach been described as "an elegant and visually interesting addition to the Palm Beach precinct" in the proposal submitted to the City of Gold Coast Council.

It is being developed by MGVS Properties, which is ran by the local Dolso family.

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The 45 apartments will be made up of primarily two bed units, with seven one bedroom apartments, 30 two beds and eight three bedders. The rooftop will feature a communal swimming pool and entertaining space.

"This project offers the opportunity to design an innovative architectural building and provide a higher density residential development in the Northern Palm Beach precinct", the proposal's executive summary read.

BDA Architecture have designed the tower which has considered its natural coastal surroundings not far from the Palm Beach sand.

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"The architecture of the proposed development is minimal and fluid, with cantilevered concrete frames and a textured and timeless material palette of white weatherboard, textured concrete, timber look screening and natural stone, creating a rich and layered coastal effect," the design statement read.

The 1,215 sqm site sold for $2.8 million in September last year. Currently on the property is a block of four apartments and a two level brick house. It was marketed as a prime development site.

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Design Intent submission

In its overall massing and composition, the external form of the project has been developed to provide both a respectful acknowledgement to neighbouring buildings; and also to take advantage of the abundant views.

The building has been carefully composed as a tower that touches the ground lightly, with architectural elements and materials that further enhance this. The design intent is to contribute positively to the image, quality and overall identity of Palm Beach, with a resolved and expressive built form and considered street frontage.

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The urban design principles of this proposal include: 
- Create an interesting and dynamic building, especially as viewed from Twenty Eighth Ave. 
• Provide comfortable pedestrian access from Twenty Eighth Ave. 
• Provide safe access to and from the site for pedestrians, motorists and service vehicles. 
• Maximise the opportunity for deep planting at street edges and for additional planting at podium level, as well as up the building. 
• Screen on-site parking areas from viewing in the public domain. 
• Maintain visual and acoustic privacy to and from neighbours. 
• Maximise the opportunity for outlook to the abundant views and the provision of sheltered outdoor recreation for residents. 
• Provide equitable access for those with impaired mobility. 
• Achieve a high standard of design, build quality and finish quality.
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BDA Architecture have designed the tower which has considered its natural coastal surroundings not far from the Palm Beach sand

Tower reveal: New apartment development lodged for Palm Beach

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Developer Paul Gedoun of S&amp;S Projects has lodged a development application with the Gold Coast Council for a luxury Coolangatta apartment complex, just a block away from his Flow triumph at the top of Point Danger.

The project is set for the site currently home to Café Dbar. 

The 506 sqm site at 275 Boundary Street provides three-street frontage on one of the highest elevations on the city’s coastline.

It has a 38-metre building height limit, facilitating a development of up to 12 storeys.

S&amp;S Projects is expected to bring the new project to the market in April, pending council approvals.

The site was successfully negotiated by Antonio Mercuri, of GV Property Group, after more than six parties lodged bids. 

“We think it’s one of the best sites on the eastern seaboard,” says Mr Gedoun, whose love of surfing infused Flow Residences with an inspired beach-house design.

The recent sell-out success of the $74 million Flow Residences at Coolangatta led the Brisbane developer to set about his second boutique luxury project in the sought-after southern beachfront suburb on the Gold Coast.

Gedoun’s S&amp;S Projects outlaid $8 million for a site overlooking Point Danger

Flow is currently under construction with a 2022 scheduled completion date.

Its apartments sold at an average price of $3.5 million appealing to a range of buyers from professional surfers to local downsizers.

<h2>QLD properties now selling:</h2>

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S&S Projects is expected to bring the new project to the market in April, pending council approvals.

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Paul Gedoun S&S Projects set for another Coolangatta apartment complex

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When we receive a client’s Development Application (DA) Consent it’s always an exciting time.
Receiving council approval is one of the major milestones of a property development and it should be celebrated. But the champagne and toasts can wait because there is one thing you must do immediately.
Should you send it to your builder?  Yes, but it will also need to go to other consultants
Should you file it safely? Yes, it’s a legal document so keep it safe.
But before you do this, the first thing you need to do is check the conditions of the DA.
You’ll see in the Consent a number of conditions. The one I’m reviewing right now; a consent for two attached dwellings and Torrens title subdivision, has 58.
58 Conditions that we need to make sure we’ve allowed for in the building costs, plans and our development processes.
There are usually three main areas that the Conditions relate to and must be satisfied by:
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<li>Prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate (CC)</li>
<li>Prior to the commencement of work and during the construction phase</li>
<li>Prior to the issue of an Occupation Certificate (OC) or a Subdivision Certificate</li>
</ul>
The very first condition that my eyes scan for is the one relating to the Section 94 Contribution.
This is a council charge that goes towards the provision of public amenities and services within the locality. In our area, it’s only charged for a dual occupancy or larger projects, not for a single house build.  
I call it a ‘cost of doing business’ and it’s usually several thousand dollars, this one I’m reading now is for $12,822.53. but we knew it would be about this much and had allowed $12,900 in this client’s feasibility, and so we are covered. This fee will be different not only by council, but by suburbs. Some suburbs (under the same council) need more infrastructure spending and the Section 94 can cost up to $30,000. For obvious reasons, we do not develop in those locations. That is a lot of money to be giving to council for the privilege of building new dwellings. There is no intrinsic value in a Section 94 contribution cost. So the lower the better. Don’t be surprised by this cost, you can find out before you buy a development site what council are likely to charge you, so do your research.
Once I’ve checked this major cost against our allowance, my eye scans the rest of the conditions that must be met prior to the CC being issued, as we don’t want to hold up this process now we have our consent. Property Bloom always uses a private certifier to issue the CC as we know it is much faster than using council.
There are a few relating to the stormwater management and we will have our engineer confirm our stormwater plan is meeting these. The rest of the conditions in this section are standard. We must send this DA Consent to our private certifier as he will be the one making sure they are all covered off on the CC plans.
Next I scan the rest of the conditions. The ones relating to the construction phase are all standard and relate to things the builder needs to cover off like vehicle access crossings to the site and how it should be constructed, signage, waste management on site, work hours etc.
The next section shows the conditions that need to be met before an OC will be issued. This is very important as we don’t want to be holding up tenants moving in on completion. Most of these conditions again are standard but be careful as sometimes there will be particular reports required such as a Works As Executed report which needs to be done by an engineer or surveyor after the drainage system is in place and completed. It takes our surveyor just a few days but if forgotten can hold up your valuable rental income.
The other important condition is to check when you can apply for the subdivision certificate. In this case, it’s at Lock Up stage, which is great and means we can usually have the Torrens title subdivision completed as we finish construction. Very important if you are refinancing as the bank will value the two separate registered titles higher than both dwellings on one title.
There may also be a section where a number of conditions fall under refered to as “Advisory Matters”. These conditions usually relate to state planning policies and work place practice.
Make sure you check your Consent carefully, then send it to all the relevant consultants and get everyone started on the next phase of your development journey, obtaining the Construction Certificate consent.  Then sit back for a few minutes and celebrate passing this exciting milestone.
Jo Chivers is chief executive officer of property development project managers <a href="https://www.propertybloom.com.au/about" target="_blank">Property Bloom</a>.
 
 
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The one thing you need to do when the DA consent is issued: Jo Chivers

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When it comes to developing, we have all heard about the Development Application (DA) and the Construction Certificate (CC), but how and what exactly is involved with each council approval? 
It is important to understand this process before you start developing.    
The DA and CC are two very different approvals. If you find a DA approved site but the CC has not yet been issued, then you should understand that there is still a lot of work to do before you can start to build.
Development Application (DA)
The DA is a request for permission to carry out proposed development. It also categorises the developments as requiring consent, developments not requiring consent (Complying Development, CDC) and prohibited development.  
A development application is required for the following reasons:
<ul>
<li>- Construction of new building or structure, including swimming pools, outbuildings,   retaining wall, jetties, etc </li>
<li>- Add or alter an existing building or structure </li>
<li>- Demolish a building or structure </li>
<li>- Display an advertising sign </li>
<li>- Change the use of an existing building or land </li>
<li>- Carry out excavation, earthworks or adding fill </li>
<li>- Development on or near a heritage listed item </li>
<li>- Development within a heritage conservation area </li>
<li>- Subdivide land or strata subdivide a building</li>
</ul>
A development application must consist of at least:
<ul>
<li>- Completed application form and fees. </li>
<li>- Copies of Site Plans indicating location of the proposed development on the land. </li>
<li>- Copies of Plan/Drawings of the proposed development indicating elevations heights. </li>
<li>- Other supporting documents (if required) </li>
</ul>
 Construction Certificate (CC)
A Construction Certificate is required after the DA Consent is issued and before any building work is carried out.  You can apply for a Construction Certificate only if you have prepared detailed plans, specifications or engineering details.  And importantly, if all the council and other service fees and charges have been paid.  This is where some first time developers may get caught out when buying a DA approved site.  It’s very important to understand the Conditions of the DA Consent and how they will impact the development.
The Construction Certificate certifies that relevant matters are adhered to, this includes:
<ul>
<li>- the construction plans and specification comply with the relevant standards (ie Building   Code of Australia);</li>
<li>- the construction plans and specifications are consistent with the development consent;   and </li>
<li>- all conditions of the development consent requiring compliance prior to the issue of a   construction certificate are finalised.</li>
</ul>
Note: The CC is not required for complying development, where building details are covered by a Complying Development Certificate (CDC).
If you are unsure of the planning process, then use a qualified planning consultant or development project manager.  
Jo Chivers is chief executive officer of property development project managers <a href="https://www.propertybloom.com.au/about" target="_blank">Property Bloom</a><a href="https://www.propertybloom.com.au">.</a>
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Understanding the planning process: Jo Chivers

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Emerging integrated property group Top Spring Australia has announced their latest project in the company’s Sydney portfolio, with the submission of a development application for a site in Elizabeth Bay.
Located at <a href="https://www.commercialrealestate.com.au/property/11-13-greenknowe-avenue-elizabeth-bay-nsw-2011-2015655477" target="_blank">11-13 Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay</a>, the disused 1,347 sqm site has most recently been occupied by SHMH Group Australia and is the former headquarters of the NSW Country Women's Association.
SHMH previously planned to develop the property themselves.
Top Spring Australia's plans for the site include the construction of a six-storey residential development comprising 30 luxury one, two and three-bedroom residences, above a single level of basement car parking accommodating 31 vehicles.
Sydney Ma, Director and General Manager of Top Spring Australia said, “as property in this suburb is traditionally very tightly-held, with very little new stock coming to market, we expect there to be significant interest in this project.”
With multiple smart and adaptable living spaces, including outdoor communal areas, Top Spring Australia hopes buyers will recognise the proposed residences. 
The project’s landscape architects Taylor Brammer have also curated a series of landscaped elements intended as an urban oasis, with green walls and privacy screening, plus an outdoor entertaining terrace for residents with water features, a BBQ and a kitchenette, and a sensory garden with productive garden beds and in-built work pods.
A more detailed vision of the project will be released in the coming months, with expected completion by 2023.
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Top Spring Australia unveil Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay CWA redevelopment proposal

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Developer The Saade Group, who bought a 500 sqm key Albert Park site for $5.67 million planning a knock down and rebuild have found themselves blocked.
They planned to build seven apartments, a 100-seat restaurant, two shops and a basement car park in place of the Albert Park building (picture from application below).
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The City of Port Phillip says a new report found the heritage overlay of the 1 Victoria Avenue building is structurally sound and ruled it cannot be demolished.
Council received more than 500 objections after it was revealed that the 1880s building, which was remodeled in the 1920s and 1930s, faced demolition.
It was previously owned by filmmaker Paul Cox. 
Saade issued eviction notices to all its tenants despite the council having announced it will refuse an application to knock it down.
The move has led to fears that the owners might leave it empty to deteriorate to the point where demolition is the only option, Fairfax Media suggested.
The developer now has 60 days to lodge an appeal at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal against the council’s decision.
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Developer plans for heritage building put on hold by Port Phillip City council

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GUEST OBSERVER
PIA supports the thrust of the proposed reforms to the NSW planning system to improve the impact of strategic planning, strengthen community engagement and build community trust.
The NSW Government today foreshadowed a different direction to the exhibited reforms by seeking to mandate independent planning panels of experts to determine high value development applications in every council.
The previously exhibited reforms included a power for the Minister of Planning to order the establishment of a panel for a particular council – rather than a general requirement for every council.
PIA continues to support the selective introduction of Local Planning Panels with determinative authority especially in urban areas with a high development assessment volume and in circumstances where there is no delegation of assessment or determination to appropriate council officers.
This is consistent with our submission to the reforms. However, they should not be mandated in circumstances where there is an effective and harmonious alternative delegation system in operation.
PIA continues to support a streamlined and effective process of decision making for planning applications. If there are councils where there are resources, and there is an effective and harmonious alternative delegation system in operation, PIA NSW believes that Planning Panels should not be mandated.
PIA continues to support an effective role for elected councillors, particularly in making strategic planning policy for the LGA to achieve outcomes for communities and places.
The administration function relating to approvals/refusals should be managed either by delegation to staff, or in the case of more substantial matters by a panel who are equipped to take on technically complex assessments.
Panels are good for their detailed expertise, complex development assessment, and independent assessment and they do reinforce the fact that good governance is needed in the development application process.
Jenny Rudolph is president, PIA NSW, and can be contacted <a href="https://www.planning.org.au/nsw" target="_blank">here</a>.
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