Community Consultation – Fingal Street Brunswick Heads

3-5 Fingal Street Brunswick Heads

The proposal is a mixed use development comprising:

• At grade car parking for 47 vehicles (i.e. above ground);
• Ground floor commercial premises, including a café & totalling 435m²;
• Ground floor pedestrian connection between Fingal Street and Balun Lane; and
• 13 apartments above (5 x 2 bed & 8 x 3 bed).

The land is zoned E1 Local Centre in accordance with Byron Local Environmental Plan 2014 (BLEP14).

The design is by CHROFI Architects. Established in 2000, CHROFI is internationally known for their ability to generate clear, captivating, strategic ideas that drive better outcomes for each project and place.

Brunswick Heads mixed use development is part of a growing and connected community where living in tune with the coastal environment connects residents with the essence of the place. 

The CHROFI team draw upon expertise gained from involvement in award winning mixed use residential projects such as The Crossing, Harbord Diggers, Mezzo, Twenty95 in Manly, and Nine by Mirvac, together with their urban design skills, and experience, to deliver excellence on multiple fronts.

CHROFI’S sibling studio on Bundjalung country in the Northern Rivers has been operating for over two years, and the team are thrilled with their growing and diverse portfolio in the region, which began over a decade ago.

The design of the proposed development has been driven by the following principles:

• The provision of housing diversity within close proximity to existing services and facilities;
• Creating a place which makes a positive contribution to the existing streetscape and is consistent with existing surrounding development in terms of bulk and scale;
• Inclusion of through site connectivity to provide a high level of amenity for pedestrians;
• Activation of the rear lane; and
• To create homes that are individual and efficient in their use of resources, while at the same time bring people closer to living with nature and the beautiful surrounds of Brunswick Heads.

The design for the proposed development seeks a variation of the floor space ratio (FSR) control.  An FSR of 0.75 to one applies to the site.  We are seeking an FSR of 0.99 to one.  The grounds for the variation include the benefit of the provision of the through site pedestrian link and the bulk and scale of the proposal in comparison to existing surrounding development.

A minor variation is also sought in relation to the maximum building height.  The ridgeline of the pitched roof exceeds the 9m height limit by approximately 1.5 metres.  The height of the proposed building is lower than the existing adjacent buildings.

Vehicle access to the at grade (above ground) car park is via Balun Lane.

The design team are dedicated to protecting the environment, and are committed to a philosophy of environmental sustainability. By incorporating passively sustainable design such as good solar access, natural cross ventilation, and good access to private and public open space, the design showcases a visible commitment to sustainability.

Further, the development has been designed to strictly comply with Part J of the Building Code of Australia as well as BASIX (The Building Sustainability Index). Compliance with these enforceable building codes ensure best practice is achieved. Part J and BASIX cover thermal energy and water use.

No significant earthworks will be required in the construction of the development.  Whilst existing site vegetation will require removal, a landscape architect has been engaged to provide a detailed landscaping proposal for the site.

The proposed development will deliver employment for local tradesmen during the construction phase, and once completed will employ several staff within the businesses at street level.

The proposal will connect to existing Council sewer and stormwater infrastructure. Electrical services already service the location.

Appropriate waste management practices will be undertaken during the construction and operational phases of the proposed development in accordance with Councils policies. Appropriate waste storage areas are proposed for the development.

Developer contributions and water and sewer levies will apply to the proposed development.  The proposal also requires the provision of, or contribution towards, public art.  The proposal also provides for a through site link for pedestrian access between Fingal Street and Balun Lane.

Yes, you are able to meet with the team creating the proposal on Thursday 12th December 2024 from 3-6pm, with additional after-hours meetings also available.

Meetings will be held at Brunswick Valley Community Centre, 42 South Beach Road, Brunswick Heads.

To book a meeting, provide feedback, or for any other questions, please email: 3.5fingalstreet@gmail.com.

From Wednesday 27th November to Monday 16th December 2024, pre lodgement community consultation will take place, during this time you can share your feedback about the proposal.

To provide feedback you can email your comments and submissions to:  3.5fingalstreet@gmail.com

And/or request to attending a meeting to discuss the proposal by emailing 3.5fingalstreet@gmail.com

If you wish to provide feedback before the Development Application is lodged with Council, you must do so by Monday 16^th December 2024.

This will be determined by the tenants of the premises.

The proposal includes 13 apartments in total with 5 x 2 bedroom apartments and 8 x 3 bedroom residential apartments.

The development provides for residential accommodation.

Yes – in accordance with the provisions of the relevant legislation.