Dicky Beach mega mansion under construction draws criticism from Sunshine Coast councillor

A four-level beachside mansion which has been described by Dicky Beach residents as a “Super IGA” has drawn criticism from a Sunshine Coast councillor.

The mega mansion under construction on Wilson Avenue, Dicky Beach has drawn criticism from a Sunshine Coast Councillor. Picture: Patrick Woods.

The approval of a four-level beachside mansion referred to by Dicky Beach residents as the “Super IGA” has been questioned by a Sunshine Coast councillor.

The mansion, under construction at 3 Wilson Avenue, has drawn criticism from Division 2 councillor Terry Landsberg.

The building has been underway for more than 18 months and will feature a tennis court, bowling lane and theatre room when completed.

A Sunshine Coast Council spokeswoman said the building was approved by a Queensland Building and Construction Commission licensed private certifier in June 2019.

Mr Landsberg said he had several concerns with the buildings including its height, its visuals and character, its setback and the precedence it could set for the beach strip.

Councillor Terry Landsberg said he had concerns with the mansion under construction at Dicky Beach.

While the building was granted approval long before Mr Landsberg’s term began, he said it was an issue he has raised with the council.

“Locals have voiced their concerns to me but it’s done and dusted,” Mr Landsberg said.

“It’s a concern for me too. It’s definitely changed the character of the beach front.

“It’s such a busy corner and it has caused some interruptions.”

CoreLogic data revealed the property was sold in 2017 for $4m.

The Daily has made several attempts to contact the owners of the property.

The council spokeswoman said it had no role in providing building certification services for the work.

“Private building certifiers are responsible for assessing building work, issuing of building work approvals and conducting compliance inspections,” the spokeswoman said.

“The private building certifier’s legislative responsibility also includes ensuring the building work complies with all relevant provisions of the Building Code of Australia and the Queensland Development Code, such as site cover, setbacks and building height.”

Dicky Beach residents have speculated who the mystery owner of a controversial beachside mansion is. Picture: Patrick Woods.

Mr Landsberg said he had concerns despite the building being compliant.

Dicky Beach shopkeepers and store holders refer to the house as a “Super IGA” and feared it will rob them of the uninterrupted views.

One Beerburrum Street store holder referred to it as an “eyesore” while another labelled it as a “monstrosity”.

The mansion is located on the opposite corner of the Portobello Resort, Dicky Beach. Picture: Patrick Woods.

Bryant Building Contractors has previously estimated the construction budget could hit a whopping $10 million.

The company did not respond to questions posed by the Daily for an update on construction.

The development application, compiled by Adams and Sparks showed provisions for a full-sized tennis court, 40m lap pool, bowling lane and theatre room on the ground floor alone at the 1251sq m site.

Photos taken in November 2019 of the basement level dig at the Wilson Avenue mansion. Picture: Patrick Woods

The home will include a below-ground car park with space for a boat or caravan, with stairs leading to the ground-level entertainment area which will boast absolute beachfront views.

The first level will include a huge kitchen, bar and living areas, as well as two separate indoor decks overlooking the above-ground pool and Dicky Beach.