Residents of Carseldine could witness a significant transformation as plans for a new housing development and community hub have been released.
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The project, part of the broader Carseldine Village initiative, promises to bring 152 new dwellings along with a retail and commercial “Village Heart” to the area.
The development application for this ambitious project has been lodged with Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) by St George Community Housing Ltd (SGCH), marking their first venture into Queensland.
This $87 million undertaking, situated within the Fitzgibbon Priority Development Area (PDA), is poised to make a substantial impact on both the local housing market and economy.
Construction is slated to commence in early 2025, generating approximately 200 jobs for the region. Upon completion, expected towards the end of 2026, the housing component will be operated by Bric Housing, a leading community housing provider in South East Queensland.
Designed by DKO Architecture, the proposed multiple dwellings are a crucial element of the larger 15-hectare Carseldine Village development being orchestrated by EDQ. When fully realised in 2028, this 5-Star Green Star community will boast over 600 dwellings, significantly boosting the suburb’s residential capacity and sustainability credentials.
Joe Achmar, Acting Group CEO of SGCH, expressed enthusiasm about the project, stating, “The housing crisis transcends borders, and we are committed to delivering more homes for the most vulnerable in our communities.” He emphasised the unique partnership between SGCH and Bric Housing, highlighting their complementary strengths and shared vision for increasing sector capacity nationwide.
Jane West, CEO of Bric Housing, echoed this sentiment, adding, “Providing good quality social and affordable housing is vital to ensuring that people have a safe and affordable place to call home.” She noted that this project would add to the hundreds of homes already managed by Bric Housing in the Greater Brisbane area.
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As Carseldine prepares for this significant development, residents can look forward to not just new dwelling options, but also enhanced community facilities and potential economic growth stemming from the Village Heart’s retail and commercial spaces.
Published 25-September-2024
