A proposed apartment tower in Lutwyche is set to significantly increase in size, responding directly to new incentives to boost housing supply across the city.
Brisbane-based developer Jadecorp has submitted revised plans for a nine-storey, 55-apartment building at 21-23 Norman Avenue, Lutwyche. This represents a substantial increase from their previously approved six-storey, 38-unit project.
The move comes after Brisbane City Council introduced a Housing Supply Action Plan last October to tackle housing shortages in critical areas. Jadecorp’s site, located within a high-density residential zone, is considered a prime location for new housing due to its proximity to public transport and a major shopping centre.
Jadecorp is keen to take advantage of the incentives, which include reduced infrastructure charges, relaxed building height restrictions in certain areas, and potential reductions in required car parking spaces.
The revised plans, designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects, feature a mix of two—and three-bedroom apartments and communal open space.
While the proposal exceeds height limits and falls short on car parking spaces, the increased density is appropriate given the site’s zoning and access to amenities.
The developers are confident that the project aligns with the city’s housing goals, significantly improving the current site and contributing to the much-needed housing supply.
If approved, the development will replace two pre-1947 houses, marking an important transformation for the site.
Published Date 28-August-2024
