Application lodged to build two eight storey unit blocks along Redcliffe foreshore

A vacant block of land opposite a popular beach north of Brisbane could soon be transformed into two residential unit towers but it is not the first time the owner has lodged an application for this spot.

Render of the street view of the proposed unit development at 59-67 Marine Pde, Redcliffe. Image: Ellivo Architects

A vacant block of land opposite a popular north side beach could soon be transformed into two residential unit towers but it is not the first time the owner has lodged an application for this spot.

The block at 59-67 Marine Pde Redcliffe is opposite Suttons Beach, with frontage also on Sutton St.

It is proposed to feature two towers, each eight storeys tall and a total of 122 three-bedroom units.

Horan Developments lodged the application on behalf of owner Jonathan Selim from Sutton (Qld) Pty Ltd in December last year.

Mr Selim had previously lodged an application with Moreton Bay Regional Council, through a different developer, in 2016 for a similar development — featuring 136 units in an eight storey building.

A street view of 59-67 Marine Pde, Redcliffe. There are plans to build two multi storey unit complexes on this block. Photo: Google Maps

Residents in surrounding homes and apartments were not fans of the original proposals, forming an action group and lodging more than 50 objections with the Moreton Bay Regional Council.

Residents raised concerns about increased traffic, shadowing, privacy, noise and negative affects on property values.

Redcliffe residents Allan Shoemark, Dennis Day and Nat Vidulich are concerned over development at 59-67 Marine Parade. Picture: Richard Walker

Despite the objections council approved the development in December 2016.

A render of what the proposed units at 59-67 Marine Pde, Redcliffe would look like if approved. Image: Ellivo Architects

The new proposal is for two towers — one with 60 units, the other with 62.

It will also feature large balconies, private courtyards, a communal open space and carparking.

The application states the building will not exceed the council’s planning scheme height restriction of 27m.

Render of what the courtyard will look like at the proposed unit development at 59-67 Marine Pde, Redcliffe. Image: Ellivo Architects