Green light for Inverloch
INVERLOCH is a step closer to a $70 million residential development on the Broadbeach Resort site.
New management of Broadbeach Resort Richmond Property Holding Pty Ltd was thrilled to hear Bass Coast Shire Council would amend the existing development plan to allow residential housing to be constructed.
Originally, council had approved a development plan for a retirement village, which never came to fruition under the resort’s previous management.
Richmond Property Holding Pty Ltd proposed amendments to the approved development plan to allow for a residential subdivision which will create a boom in housing opportunities for families and holidaymakers, as well as retirees.
Deputy mayor Cr Bradley Drew was in favour of the amendment, as it promised to deliver a less intensive development.
“This application has been sitting in front of us for some time. The amendment shows the number of dwellings will be reduced from 239 to 136, which shows me the development will be less intensive,” he said.
“The development complements the lifestyle of Inverloch and may result in future employment opportunities down the track.”
Richmond Property Holdings Pty Ltd director Mark Stenhouse said the development was expected to create 400 jobs, starting from construction.
Mayor and Townsend ward councillor Cr Jordan Crugnale welcomed the plan, believing it would be a healthy development for Inverloch and the shire.
“This is a great initiative for Inverloch and responds to council’s visions of economic development, environmental sustainability and growth. It raises the bar for a quality building development,” she said.
Cr Andrew Phillips said the downsized development would deliver some excellent outcomes to the Inverloch community.
“The footpaths would link the housing to the town, which would encourage active lifestyles. There are still some issues with access to the site, but the development achieves what it needs to,” he said.
However, Cr Neil Rankine was not convinced by the development plan and feared the inundation overlay had not been addressed.
“The original development plan had the housing on stilts, which have not been considered in this plan,” he said.
“Stormwater may affect the plan dramatically. I would’ve preferred more time and consideration before going ahead.”
Regardless, council voted in favour of the amendment, with only councillors Rankine and Phil Wright voting against the recommendation.
Mr Stenhouse said the development plan application was informed by preparation of a coastal hazard vulnerability Assessment.
“This included extensive hydrological modelling of the proposed development over time, in consideration of anticipated sea level rise. Council’s planning officers supported the application on the basis of the hydrological assessment and the report was prepared in consultation with the West Gippsland Catchment Management Authority who remained supportive of the now approved development plan,” he said.
Richmond Property Holdings Pty Ltd will now apply for a planning permit, with hopes construction will begin this year.
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