Plan Intel Brief

Additions to an existing two-storey dwelling house on a 420m² small lot within the Traditional building character overlay. Works include a new open double-width carport (~34.5m²) and a secure gatehouse (~3.7m²) with a concrete roof and integrated rooftop green-roof planters designed by Gockel Architects.Planner: Park Lane Planning
Architect: Gockel Architects
Builder/Developer: Not Stated

• Earthworks, Demo & Concreting: Site is generally flat (~11.0m AHD). Removal of existing concrete pavers, existing boundary wall, awning and front door awning. Existing crossover widened to 4.8m at boundary (in lieu of 4.0m). Concrete (CON01) roof structure to carport/gatehouse. CHS steel column footings likely required.
• Roof & Clad: Proposed carport and gatehouse feature a concrete roof (CON01) with an integrated rooftop 'green roof' planter. External finishes include Timber cladding (TIM01) and Painted Render (REN01). DA Form 2 roof covering marked 'Other' (concrete).
• Plumbing, Drain & Gas: Proposed new sewer line (approx.) shown on carport floor plan. Trafficable strip drain and stormwater grate at the crossover/footpath. Existing crossover to be refurbished and modified.
• Elec & Solar: No solar PV, 3-phase power, EV charging or specific electrical notes listed on the plans. Existing power pole to be removed/relocated at the crossover.
• Carpentry, Joinery & Steel: Timber cladding (TIM01) to carport and gatehouse. New secure vehicular and pedestrian gates (CHS steel columns/posts). Contemporary lightweight architectural structure with open-sided carport form.
• Pools & Landscaping: No pool proposed. Landscaping features an integrated rooftop green-roof planter above the open carport. Existing boundary wall and associated gate partially removed; new secure closable vehicular and pedestrian gates installed. Retained rear/side private open space and garden areas.
• Windows & Glazing: Existing house windows and balcony remain unchanged. No new glazing schedule provided for the proposed carport/gatehouse as they are open-sided lightweight structures.
• Finishes (Paint/Tile/Floor): Finishes legend: TIM01 Timber Clad, REN01 Painted Render, CON01 Concrete. Trafficable concrete surface at driveway/carport floor. DA Form 2 floor material marked 'Other'.

New two-storey dwelling house on a 400m² small lot in Rochedale, comprising ground level garage, guest room with ensuite, kitchen, dining, family, patio and media room, plus an upper level with three bedrooms, sitting area and master bedroom with ensuite and balcony. Total build area is approximately 453m², featuring Colorbond roof sheeting, aluminium batten screens, render finish and feature stone facade.Planner: Amelior Development Services
Architect: William H Wilson & Associates
Builder/Developer: Not Stated

• Earthworks, Demo & Concreting: Flat site following masterplan subdivision. Retaining wall max 0.6m high proposed along boundary. Steel frame construction. Finished ground levels approx 63.5, finished slab level 63.8. Driveway/Road 2 access off Lattanzio Street with sliding gate.
• Roof & Clad: Colorbond roof sheeting at 12.6 degrees pitch. External wall finishes comprise render finish, feature stone, aluminium batten screens and obscure (OBS) glass elements. Steel frame to manufacturer's and engineer's specification.
• Plumbing, Drain & Gas: Bulkheads may be required under upper floor wet areas for pipework. Site has reticulated water, sewer and stormwater services available. No rainwater tanks or gas line extensions explicitly noted.
• Elec & Solar: A/C ducts noted subject to final design and installer's direction; ducted air-conditioning shown. No solar PV, 3-phase power or EV charging provisions explicitly noted on the plans.
• Carpentry, Joinery & Steel: High-end custom joinery throughout: TV cabinetry to media room, display shelves in garage entry, freestanding bath, walk-in robes and multiple ensuites, linen and broom storage, perimeter bulkheads. Feature stone finishes. Selected balustrade to internal staircase (void over lower level). 2340H internal doors throughout both levels.
• Pools & Landscaping: Proposed retaining wall (max 0.6m high) along boundary. Sliding gate at driveway entry. Site cover 57% with generous rear setback dedicated to private open space and landscaping/deep planting opportunities. No pool noted.
• Windows & Glazing: Various aluminium framed windows and OXXO sliding windows (e.g. S1524, S1218, S1518, SC2127). Stacker/sliding doors (D2430 stacker, D2418, D2424). Feature glass (F/GL) with 1500-2427mm head heights. Obscure (OBS) glass to elevations for privacy. Panel-lift garage door (2448).
• Finishes (Paint/Tile/Floor): Living area lower 167.086m², upper 213.290m². Internal finishes include feature stone, render, perimeter bulkheads and ceiling detail. Specific floor coverings not detailed in the schedule.

New 11-storey (10 residential levels plus rooftop communal open space) apartment building providing 59 multiple dwelling units (14x 1-bed, 30x 2-bed, 15x 3-bed) plus a 52.3m2 ground-floor shop over 2 basement carpark levels (77 spaces). Features include a rooftop communal pool and BBQ area, per-level bin chute rooms, deep planting, and a highly articulated podium/tower form with stone cladding and aluminium screens.Planner: Aspect Town Planning Pty Ltd
Architect: Angelo Patrick Architect (Cerigo Investments Pty Ltd)
Builder/Developer: Not Stated

• Earthworks, Demo & Concreting: Earthworks proposed across the majority of the site to facilitate 2 basement carpark levels; basement excavation expected to extend below 5.0m AHD requiring geotechnical/acid sulphate soil investigation. Basement retention to structural/geotechnical engineers' details. Concrete driveway/crossover 6.5m wide Type B1; existing crossover to be removed and reinstated per BCC standard drawings. Erosion and sediment control plan at detailed design (IECA requirements).
• Roof & Clad: External finishes per Material Legend: Cement Render smooth finish (Dulux Light Rice Quarter), Stone Cladding (SC-01), Aluminium batten screens (Dulux Duralloy Hammersley Brown - Satin), Aluminium laser-cut screens (Dulux Duralloy Monument), Aluminium pergola (Duralloy White). Rooftop garden with pergola over pool area; no specific roof profile/Colorbond noted.
• Plumbing, Drain & Gas: Existing water and sewer connections. Lawful point of discharge to Nundah Street kerb and channel with multiple outlets to maintain 30L/s discharge limit. Potential rainwater tank (27.5m2) noted at ground level. Fire pumps and 2x boosters noted. Twice-weekly refuse collection with 3:1 compaction; bin chute rooms on each level.
• Elec & Solar: Double lift shaft and platform lift noted; services risers on each level. No explicit mention of 3-phase power, solar PV, EV charging or ducted A/C in the DA submission plans reviewed.
• Carpentry, Joinery & Steel: Custom kitchen joinery to all units; built-in robes/WIRs, ensuites and bathrooms throughout; bin chute room joinery on each residential level. Media/study nooks in select units. Rooftop BBQ facilities joinery. Balustrades in clear glass (G-01) and powder-coated aluminium (AL-04 Solid Black C/B Night Sky).
• Pools & Landscaping: Rooftop communal open space with in-ground pool, pergola/BBQ facilities and outdoor area. Deep planting area of 120.8m2 (10%) at rear boundary (4m x 4m subtropical species). 1800H timber screen fencing to boundaries. Landscape Concept Plan by Mark Baldock Landscape Architect.
• Windows & Glazing: Clear glass (G-01) to windows and balustrades; powder-coated aluminium framing. High sill windows along the southern boundary to reduce overlooking of adjoining tower at 27-33 Nundah Street. Aluminium batten and laser-cut privacy screens to facades.
• Finishes (Paint/Tile/Floor): Internal finishes not fully specified in DA plans. External/common finishes include cement render (Dulux Light Rice Quarter), stone cladding, and aluminium screens. Balconies (all >12m2, min 3.0m dimension) provide private open space.

New 18-storey multiple dwelling development (plus rooftop communal area) comprising 64 residential units with a single-storey podium containing enclosed car parking and services. Includes a rooftop communal open space with swimming pool, spa, private dining, full kitchen amenities, and extensive cascading/vertical screen landscaping across podium and building facades.Planner: Therefor Group Pty Ltd
Architect: Bureau Proberts
Builder/Developer: Newstead Maud Pty Ltd

• Earthworks, Demo & Concreting: Development includes 3 basement levels plus ground level parking, requiring excavation. Raised ground floor level to achieve flood immunity (site subject to flooding). Pedestrian paths in broom-finish standard portland grey concrete to comply with BCC Neighbourhood Street Minor standards. Tapered curved precast concrete facade. Podium construction with containerised/raised planters. Potential acid sulfate soil testing and management to be conditioned. Refer to Filling and Excavation and Engineering Services Reports by Edge Consulting Engineers.
• Roof & Clad: Tapered curved precast concrete facade forms a key architectural element. Rooftop designed primarily as communal open space with lift cores/services screened. Building features formal arches and curved facades reflecting Newstead vernacular. Tinted high-performing glazing to eastern/western facades. R-values/insulation not specified.
• Plumbing, Drain & Gas: Connected to reticulated water supply and sewerage (trunk sewer infrastructure available). Rainwater tank approx 20,000L at roof services level for irrigation. Reticulated drip irrigation system to all containerised podium planting with drainage connected to stormwater system. Basement fire pump room and fire hydrant/booster assembly at front boundary (approx 2.6m wide). Refer to Engineering Services Report and Stormwater Management Plan by Edge Consulting Engineers.
• Elec & Solar: Electrical substation, MSB/Comms room, and main switchboard located at ground level. Services include lift cores and mechanical plant integrated into rooftop and building core, appropriately screened. No specific solar PV, EV charging, or 3-phase details noted in documentation. Rainwater tank (approx 20,000L) noted at roof services level for irrigation.
• Carpentry, Joinery & Steel: Rooftop communal amenities include a full kitchen facility, private dining room and outdoor dining area. Penthouses on Levels 16-17. Balconies on each level with palisade aluminium balustrades (solid balustrade at Level 1 terrace acting as a landscape planter). Concrete sleeper planters and containerised podium/facade planters. Interior fit-out joinery not detailed in planning documents.
• Pools & Landscaping: Extensive landscaping designed by LatStudios. Deep planting areas (min 10% of site) along front and rear boundaries with large subtropical shade trees. Podium and balcony planters with cascading/spilling species and vertical screening across facades to Level 17. Rooftop communal area features a swimming pool and spa with panoramic river/city views, sun beds, private dining, outdoor dining/kitchen. Boundary fence to architects detail; no retaining walls other than basement support. Native and exotic subtropical planting palette (sunny and shady mixes).
• Windows & Glazing: Extensive glazing with curves and openings; more than 50% of units with direct north orientation. Tinted high-performing glazing to eastern and western facades combined with curved precast slab edges and forward-projecting balconies for solar shading. Generous balconies (26m²-90m²) offering natural ventilation and river/city views. Acoustic glazing performance: Rw 35 for glazing over 1.8m², Rw 32 for glazing under 1.8m². Skylight to ground level.
• Finishes (Paint/Tile/Floor): High-quality durable material palette that enhances variations in textures, finishes and colours; pre-finished low-maintenance materials for built-to-boundary walls. Recessions and variations in wall plane to create articulation. Specific internal floor coverings not detailed in the planning documents. Landscape mulch, imported topsoil and drainage cell systems to podium planters.

Internal fitout and repurposing of an existing single-storey industrial factory into a trade/vocational training school (SITS College) accommodating approx. 150 adult students and 6-8 staff. Includes new internal partition classrooms, PWD-compliant amenities, kitchen, and reconfiguration of the front hardstand to formalise a 6-space carpark.Planner: Willowtree Planning Pty Ltd
Architect: Michael Wang
Builder/Developer: HCR Constructions Pty Ltd t/as SITS College

• Earthworks, Demo & Concreting: No filling or excavation proposed. Existing concrete slab-on-ground retained (existing SHS columns). Existing asphalt surface (320m²) retained/reconfigured. Threshold ramps with edge protection to entries. Site falls from 12mAHD to 11mAHD, average grade 2.3%.
• Roof & Clad: Type C construction, Class 9B building. Existing concrete block and brick external walls retained throughout. External wall FRL to be verified by RPEQ structural engineer (core-filled blockwork); existing openings to be infilled to achieve -/90/90 FRL. Roof sheeting (RSH) noted on legend; ceiling height 3350mm.
• Plumbing, Drain & Gas: Existing servicing to be utilised: existing 150mm gravity sewer main and 80mm water main along Annie Street. New wet areas (toilets, PWD amenities, kitchen) to be waterproofed per NCC Vol2 Part 3.8.1. New hot water unit (HWU), floor wastes, and mechanical exhaust to all sanitary facilities. No new onsite wastewater treatment proposed.
• Elec & Solar: Existing power lines and power poles noted on site plan; existing electrical switchboard (MSB/DB-T) and NBN broadband noted. New emergency lighting, exit signage, and smoke detectors to be installed per NCC/AS3000. No solar PV or EV charging noted.
• Carpentry, Joinery & Steel: New internal partition walls (64mm steel stud and track, insulated, 13mm plasterboard both sides). Timber door jambs in selected paint finish, solid core lever handle doors. Joinery height 2600mm noted on elevations. Commercial carpet to ancillary offices. Grab rails, shower seats, and coat hooks to PWD/ambulant facilities. Practical training involves bricklaying, carpentry, painting.
• Pools & Landscaping: Minor external works only. New landscaping strip to front, closure of western crossover, retention of eastern crossover, and formalisation of a 6-space carpark (including 1 PWD space) plus loading bay. Bollards installed. No pool proposed. Existing lawn area retained.
• Windows & Glazing: All new glass to comply with BCA Section J1.5, AS 1288-2006, AS/NZS 1170 series. Aluminium screen (SCR-1) noted. Existing roller doors to front (retained). Threshold ramp with edge protection to comply with AS 1428.1.2021 at entry.
• Finishes (Paint/Tile/Floor): Existing concrete slab-on-ground floor. Commercial carpet to ancillary offices/admin. Tile Type 1 (CT1) and Tile Type 2 (CT2) to wet areas. All flooring to comply with AS/NZS 4586, HB 197 and HB 198. Internal walls plasterboard/painted finish to match existing.