12-Storey Residential Tower in West End Approved by Council

28 Beesley Street, West End, Brisbane

Last updated: 11/10/24 at 4:28 PM

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Architectural rendering of 28 Beesley Street, West End

Highlights

The project by Tocu Properties has received approval from Brisbane City Council for a 12-storey residential building with a total of 42 apartments.
The building features a facade that promotes natural light and cross-ventilation through integrated planter boxes, aligning with sustainable design principles.
The development includes a landscaped rooftop terrace for residents, providing outdoor seating areas and recreational spaces.
The development offers 59 car parking spaces (including 3 visitor spaces) and 53 bicycle parking spaces, catering to both vehicle and cycling needs.
Designed by Woods Bagot, the apartments focus on livability with 12 two-bedroom units, 18 two-bedroom plus units, and 12 three-bedroom units, creating diverse housing options.

A development application by Tocu Properties has been approved for a 12-storey residential tower at 28 Beesley Street, West End, Brisbane. The approved project includes high-density residential apartments with ground-level retail spaces and basement-level car parking facilities.

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Project rundown Information Request Response Conditions of Approval Plans

Woods Bagot, the architectural firm behind this project, has crafted a modern design that incorporates natural elements along the street frontages of Beesley and Filmer Streets. Their approach to the facade integrates planter boxes and promotes cross-ventilation, aiming to create a sustainable living environment. According to the design statement, the building’s aesthetic seeks to “harmonise with the evolving urban character of West End,” while providing access to ample natural light and fresh air for residents.

The building also includes a rooftop terrace designed as a communal space for residents, featuring landscaped gardens, seating areas, and recreational amenities. Podium-level planted areas and ground-floor communal facilities further enhance the living experience by offering green spaces for social interaction and relaxation.

Project rundown

Development Parameter	Approved Development
Address:	28 Beesley St and 4-10 Filmer St, West End
Development Type:	Mixed-Use Residential and Retail
Site Area:	1,648m²
Gross Floor Area (GFA):	895m²
Height:	12 storeys / approximately 35 metres
Apartments:	2-Bedroom Units (2B): 12 units 2-Bedroom Plus (2B+): 18 units 3-Bedroom Units (3B+): 12 units Total Units: 42 units in the development.
Elevators:	x2 elevators (lift-to-unit ratio of 1:21)
Communal Space:	Rooftop terrace with landscaped areas, ground-level communal facilities
Retail:	No planned retail
Car Parking:	59 spaces
Bike Parking:	53 spaces
Developer:	Tocu Properties
Architect:	Woods Bagot
Landscape Design:	RPS
Town Planner:	Saunders Havill Group
Sustainability:	Deep planting, natural light and ventilation, energy-efficient glazing, retention of street trees, cross-ventilation through facade design. – There is no recycling chute or diverter proposed for this building meaning residents will need to manually carry all recycling down elevators into the basement, discouraging building recycling. – No planned rooftop solar PV system
Approval Date:	May 2024
Assessment Level	Code Assessable
DA Application Link	A006494917

Landscape design for the development is being led by RPS, which has integrated a variety of natural elements to enhance the site’s connection to the urban fabric. Key landscape features include deep planting around the perimeter to soften the building’s edges, retention of mature street trees along Filmer Street, and rooftop garden spaces for communal use. These green spaces are designed to improve the residents’ quality of life by providing shaded, natural areas for relaxation and social gatherings.

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Information Request Response

In response to Brisbane City Council’s information request, several revisions were made to the design. These include a reconfigured basement to allow for more deep planting along Beesley and Filmer Streets, the retention of a key street tree along Filmer Street, and the addition of facade planters to improve airflow and natural lighting in the building’s corridors. Additionally, the driveway width was expanded to accommodate larger service vehicles.

Conditions of Approval

Brisbane City Council has granted approval with specific conditions:

Maintain Approved Development: The building must comply with the approved drawings and any additional Council requirements.
Protection of Infrastructure: Public infrastructure like roads, footpaths, and utilities must be safeguarded, with any damage promptly repaired by the developer.
Flood Compliance: Due to the flood hazard overlay, the building must meet structural standards designed to withstand flood impacts.
Completion of Operational Work: All construction and landscaping must be finalised before the Certificate of Occupancy is issued.

Tocu Properties specialises in boutique residential projects across Brisbane. According to their website, they focus on creating high-quality homes with excellent natural light, ventilation, and well-thought-out landscaping. Notable projects include The Archer Residences in Sherwood and Fulcher Lane in Red Hill.