Before you lodge a Development Application with council you can request a prelodgement meeting, at your cost, to go through your plans or development concept. Some councils still offer a free service whilst for others this can come at some expense. So is it worth your time and money? Most councils offer this service to… Continue reading The pros & cons of Prelodgement
In development certainty is a beautiful thing but unlikely given that its inherently a endeavour of calculated risk. Town planners can be particularly vague and in most cases this should not be confused with inexperience. Their depth of experience in many cases is why they approach advice and constraints the way they do. By the… Continue reading 50 shades of grey: Why your town planner can’t guarantee an outcome
There is a common term used in real estate and development being “splitter” blocks. This article explores the differences between the two and implications in Queensland. Depending on who you talk to this could mean two entirely different things. Some people mean a site that is already 2 lots but on 1 title, whilst others… Continue reading What is the difference between a “splitter” and a “subdivision”?
Brisbane has experienced many floods since European settlement, with events in 1841, 1890, 1893, 1931, 1974, and most recently 2011. Floods are the most expensive natural disaster type in our country and it is reported the 2011 Brisbane event cost the country’s economy about $30 billion. You can check your property’s flood risk with Brisbane… Continue reading Coastal hazard overlay and Brisbane development
You may have come across these four little words in your search for the perfect property: Subject to Council Approval (STCA). Usually these words come directly after claims about future development opportunities on real estate marketing signage or flyers. Do not fall for this marketing jargon and potential trap. The reason you see it in… Continue reading Subject to Council Approval (STCA) | Consult Planning
The property development game is one of calculated risk. Developers assess all the variables in order to model its financial feasibility. While risk can come with great reward, it pays to know what those risks might be, and if you can manage them effectively. Here are some tips we’ve rounded up on-site acquisitions. 1. Call… Continue reading Look before you leap: Site acquisitions
Knowledge is power, and never more so than in the context of purchasing a property. For the purposes of this blog article we’ll focus on residential property. Most people hit open houses with an idea of what they are looking to buy. Their top priorities might be 4 bedrooms, a pool, or perhaps a nice… Continue reading Property buying: It pays to do your research
Residential property subdivision has become increasingly popular, particularly since land values have skyrocketed in Brisbane’s inner suburbs. Larger blocks present an opportunity to split, or in planning speak “subdivide”. It sounds easy to slice and dice a residential lot, but there are a number of factors you need to consider. Site-specific advice from a Town… Continue reading Property Subdivision Overview
