A development application has been lodged with Brisbane City Council for a residential-led mixed-use project at 37 and 39 Browning Street, South Brisbane. The proposal, submitted by Culkoa Pty Ltd, outlines plans for a 10–11 storey building comprising 65 apartments, a small retail tenancy and rooftop recreation spaces.
Located within the South Brisbane Riverside Neighbourhood Plan’s Boundary and Vulture Precinct, the development would sit on a 1,836m² site approximately 2 kilometres from the CBD. The site is currently occupied by a three-storey multiple dwelling and a single-storey structure, with access via three existing crossovers to Browning Street.
According to the submitted application, the building would step from 10 storeys at the Browning Street frontage to 11 storeys at the rear due to the site’s sloping topography. The proposal falls within the scope of the neighbourhood plan, which anticipates building heights of up to 15 storeys in the precinct.
A 40m² ground-level tenancy is proposed as a flexible space that could accommodate a shop, food and drink outlet or office use, aligning with the site’s designation under the Active Frontages in Residential Zones Overlay. The tenancy is positioned adjacent to the main residential entry, providing passive surveillance and improved activation of the street.
The residential component consists of:
- 1 one-bedroom apartment
- 11 two-bedroom apartments
- 53 three-bedroom apartments
This mix has been designed to cater to a diverse demographic, including families, students and key workers. Units include large balconies ranging between 12m² and 83m², supporting subtropical living principles.
The development proposes a rooftop communal area that includes a swimming pool, spa, gym, steam room, sauna, and a wellness lawn. Outdoor barbeque and dining spaces are also planned, with landscaping integrated throughout the rooftop level. These elements aim to provide residents with access to shared open space and recreational facilities. At ground level, the design incorporates a small commercial tenancy, lobby access, and landscaped pedestrian entry paths, contributing to the building’s interface with the street and the broader public realm.
Project rundown
| Development Parameter | Proposed Development |
|---|---|
| Address: | 37 and 39 Browning Street, South Brisbane |
| Development Type: | Residential-led mixed use (Multiple Dwelling + Active Frontage Use) |
| Site Area: | 1,836m² |
| Gross Floor Area (GFA): | 7,880m² |
| Height: | 11 storeys / approximately 55.5 metres |
| Apartments: | 1 x 1-bedroom, 11 x 2-bedroom, 53 x 3-bedroom (Total x65) |
| Elevators: | 2 lifts (lift-to-unit ratio 1:32.5) |
| Communal Space: | Rooftop pool, gym, steam room, sauna, wellness lawn, barbeque and dining areas |
| Retail: | 40m² ground-level tenancy (shop, food and drink outlet or office) |
| Car Parking: | 92 spaces (84 residential, 4 car share, 4 visitor) |
| Bike Parking: | 22 resident spaces, 8 visitor spaces |
| Developer: | Culkoa Pty Ltd |
| Architect: | Gatehouse Architects |
| Landscape Design: | Bombax Design |
| Town Planner: | Mewing Planning Consultants |
| Sustainability: | Rooftop Solar: No rooftop solar system is specified for communal power Waste Management: No recycling chute proposed, meaning residents would need to travel to the basement to throw out recycling waste Water Conservation: Irrigation with site-collected stormwater for podium planting Green Landscaping: 809m² landscaped area including 108.8m² deep planting Active Transport Facilities: On-site bicycle parking and proximity to South Bank Station |
| Date Submitted: | May 2025 |
| Assessment Level: | Impact assessable |
| DA Application Link: | A006768592 |
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