A minor change application has been submitted by North Development for a multi-residential project at 97 Swann Road, Indooroopilly. The proposal seeks to deliver a six-storey apartment complex featuring 55 dwellings, designed to integrate with the site’s existing topography and surrounding residential character.
The design, prepared by Rothelowman, retains the architectural intent of the previously approved development while refining key aspects of the built form and site layout. The proposal consists of three distinct buildings separated by landscaped terraces and recessed balconies. The revised design increases setbacks along Burns Street and Rennie Street, reduces excavation, and incorporates additional deep planting zones.
A second vehicle crossover has been removed to improve pedestrian activation along the street frontage. According to planners Urbis, these amendments are intended to improve streetscape integration and resident amenity while maintaining the overall density and apartment mix of the previously approved scheme.
The site is positioned on a ridgeline in Indooroopilly, approximately five kilometres from the Brisbane CBD. The elevated location provides views of the city skyline, Mount Coot-Tha, and the surrounding western suburbs.
According to Rothelowman, the design aims to maximise these outlooks by incorporating large balconies and extensive glazing. The material palette is inspired by Queensland’s masonry and timber construction traditions, with variations in architectural treatment across the three buildings to create a distinctive yet cohesive appearance.
The development includes a mix of two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments, with a single penthouse on the upper level.
Communal spaces comprise a landscaped outdoor terrace, shared recreation areas, and deep planting zones integrated across multiple levels. The ground plane is designed to activate the surrounding streetscape, with increased landscaping and passive surveillance opportunities.
Project rundown
| Development Parameter | Proposed Development |
|---|---|
| Address: | 97 Swann Road, Indooroopilly |
| Development Type: | Residential apartments |
| Site Area: | 2,311m² (post-road dedication) |
| Height: | Six storeys / approximately 22.3 metres |
| Apartments: | 55 apartments total (37 two-bedroom, 17 three-bedroom, 1 penthouse) |
| Elevators: | 2 elevators (lift-to-unit ratio of 1:27.5) |
| Communal Space: | 286m² external recreation area, 88m² landscaped terraces. Rooftop deck includes pool & bbq area. |
| Retail: | No planned retail |
| Car Parking: | 109 spaces (98 residential, 11 visitor) |
| Bike Parking: | 29 resident spaces |
| Developer: | North Development |
| Architect: | Rothelowman |
| Landscape Design: | Urbis |
| Town Planner: | Urbis |
| Sustainability: | – Rooftop solar: No proposed rooftop solar system – Recycling: No recycling chute or dual chute diverter meaning residents have to take recycling down to the basement separately, discouraging building recycling – Energy efficiency: Natural ventilation, passive solar shading – Water conservation: Deep planting zones, water-efficient landscaping – Green landscaping: Integrated green terraces and planters – Active transport facilities: Bicycle parking spaces |
| Date Submitted: | December 2024 |
| Assessment Level: | Code assessable |
| DA Application Link: | A006675925 |
Vehicular access is proposed via Burns Street, leading to a multi-level basement car park with 109 spaces, including 98 for residents and 11 for visitors. The development also provides 29 resident bicycle spaces. The site is located within walking distance of bus services and Taringa train station, offering high levels of connectivity to surrounding areas.
North Development has undertaken multiple projects across Brisbane, including residential and mixed-use developments in inner-western suburbs. The proposed amendments for this site seek to refine the original approval while aligning with the area’s evolving residential landscape
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High Frequency bus stop (less than 10min frequency during peak to link to Indro train station, and 400m walk to Taringa train station (yes up and down a massive hill so not ideal). Just trying to understand why it has been approved with so many car parks, over two per apartment. Would love to see some common sense from council approvals while we try and create more affordable housing (every carpark costs approx 100k to build). Shaving 100k of every apartment is a pretty good place to start, especially with the quality of PT service provided at the front door.