Controversial childcare centre’s boss fights refusal

Developers of a Coast childcare centre are determined not to a let a planning refusal derail their project as they launch court action to bring it back to life.

A developer who wants to build a new childcare centre on Lady Musgrave Dr at Mountain Creek is appealing the refusal of the project.

Developers of a controversial Coast childcare centre are determined not to a let a planning refusal derail their project as they launch court action to bring it back to life.

Sunshine Coast Council last month refused 36-year-old Brisbane developer Byron Griffith's bid to knock down two homes across the road from Mountain Creek State High School to build a 111-place childcare centre.

The proposal, which was lodged in May, was subject to public consultation and received 47 properly-made submissions.

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They raised issues such as there being no need for another centre in the area, carparking problems, zoning conflicts and the proposed building's appearance.

There were also submissions made in support, saying there was a shortage of childcare in the area, the parking was ample for pick-up and drop-off demand and the architectural design was suitable.

Concept designs for a proposed childcare centre at 65 and 67 Lady Musgrave Dr, Mountain Creek.

But they were not enough to convince the council which now faces a Planning and Environment Court challenge to its refusal.

Appeal documents lodged on behalf of Mr Griffith's company sought the development be allowed.

Arguments for that to happen included that the Lady Musgrave Dr development directly supported the day to day needs of nearby residents, was compatible with the residential amenity of the area and was accessible by a major road network.

The council is yet to file confirmation with the court about whether or not it intends to defend its refusal.

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