Application lodged to transform block into ‘contemporary coastal’ unit complex

A waterfront site nestled between two high-rise buildings could be
redeveloped into a new residential tower following an application to a local
council.

The material change of use application is seeking to build an eight-storey
apartment complex at 116-118 Duporth Avenue, Maroochydore.

Two single-dwelling homes are currently located on the 1378sqm block, which
is 15 metres wide and sits between the existing Trafalgar and Botanica
apartments.

Adams and Sparkes Town Planning submitted the application to Sunshine
Coast Council on behalf of the applicant, Scott Property Group.

A town planning report stated the building would be 25 metres high and
include one apartment on each floor, plus communal outdoor areas.

“The development comprises eight units in total, each containing four
bedrooms, four bathrooms plus powder room (and) three living areas,
together with front and rear terrace/balcony areas providing seamless
integration between indoor and outdoor living to take advantage of the site’s
riverfront location,” the report stated.

“A communal recreation building is proposed towards the front of the site and
will contain a mix of indoor and outdoor facilities including a rooftop pool,
seating and barbecue areas, sauna, steam room, amenities, entry lobby/lounge
area and shared meeting/office space facilities.”

The development would also include a basement level with 20 resident car
spaces, two motorcycle spaces and one visitor space, plus storage and services.

Access to the development is proposed via a new driveway crossover off
Duporth Avenue, which extends into the site before descending to the
basement.

The design will emulate “contemporary coastal themes” using neutral tones for
the residential tower plus lightweight timber and cascading plants and
landscaping throughout the communal area.

“The proposed development presents a high-quality architecturally designed
outcome encompassing contemporary coastal themes and attractive
landscaping to visually integrate the development with the streetscape and
surrounding locality,” the report stated.

The site is in the high-density residential zone and is within the boundaries of
the Maroochydore/Kuluin Local Plan Area.

The application requires referral to the State Assessment and Referral Agency
as the site is within close proximity to Duporth Avenue, which is a state
transport corridor.

According to the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Duporth Avenue
is part of the Maroochydore-Noosa Road Route Strategy and Link Plan, which
encompasses the 28km road network from Maroochydore to Peregian
Springs.

The development application is code assessable and not subject to public
notification.