A proposed 98-apartment development within a well-known Sunshine Coast resort is expected to be in high demand from prospective buyers because of its “coastal location and premium design”.
Cube Developments has lodged an application to build “low-maintenance, high-end” units in the Oaks Oasis Resort.
The planned two-storey PALMS, designed by local architects JSTN, is set to be part of an “integrated tourist accommodation development” in the growing residential and tourism area of Golden Beach.
The application seeks approval for units for permanent and short-term accommodation.
Residents would have full access to the Oaks facilities.
It’s proposed that the resort’s existing playground, mini-golf course, jumping pillow and tennis court facilities be relocated, and that changes are made to the waterpark, to essentially make room for the development.
Cube’s senior development manager Daniel Ryan said the apartments complex would hold plenty of appeal to prospective property buyers.
“It will feature a unique terrace design, offering a mix of two and three-bedroom apartments, catering to diverse lifestyle needs,” he said.
“Residents will like its coastal location and premium design.”
He said the development would create employment opportunities and bring more workers, residents and tourists to the region.
“With the construction industry facing increased pressures on multi-storey residential developments, we expect this low-scale density development to fill a niche in the market,” he said.
“PALMS will be a much-needed boost for the Caloundra economy with a forecasted 100-plus jobs during construction.
“The project is set to elevate the destination’s economy and tourism appeal.”
He said that the resort and the area were perfectly suited for the development.
“It’s a prime location with excellent infrastructure.
“Cube is aiming to create a sought-after address on the southern Sunshine Coast, following the tradition of the highly successful One Prosperity Birtinya, which sold out $28 million worth of apartments within just three months.
“Given the track record of our previous releases, PALMS apartments are expected to be in high demand.
“Once approved, stock will not last long.”
He said a construction timeline would be announced if the development is approved.
A development assessment report, compiled by development consultancy service Project Urban, outlined the planned layout.
“Five separate buildings are proposed,” it stated.
“Units within these buildings are orientated either towards Landsborough Parade or the resort’s central amenities area.
“The development contains 49 two-bed and 49 three-bed (apartments) in a one-up, one-down arrangement.
“Setbacks to Landsborough Parade are 6m to building walls.
“Each ground-level unit is provided with a terrace in excess of 20sqm. First-floor units are provided with a balcony that achieves 12sqm and 3sqm.
“Carparking areas are integrated into the building designs and are generally screened from Landsborough Parade.
“The proposal includes 172 car parking spaces.
“The proposal provides an attractive architectural design to Landsborough Parade that is consistent with the preferred character of Caloundra.”
The planned development, which would not exceed a 21m height limit, is within a tourist accommodation zone.
“The proposed buildings are low rise and will not intrude upon views to the Glass House Mountains, Pumicestone Passage and Point Cartwright,” the report stated.
“The units fronting Landsborough Parade are designed and orientated to have living spaces, courtyards and balconies overlooking Landsborough Parade.
“The development also retains existing mature palms along Landsborough Parade and provides new landscaping areas adjoining the verge, which will provide shade and amenity. Existing street trees in the verge are to be retained.
“The proposal will have no adverse impact on any ecologically important areas or the physical characteristics and constraints of the site.
“The development addresses the frontage with private open spaces, habitable rooms, pedestrian entrances and deep landscaping. These features will result in positive streetscape outcomes and will integrate the development into the public realm.”
Stage one of the development would include relocating the recreation facilities. Stages two to four would include the building of 28 units, 30 units and 40 units respectively. Access roads, visitor parking and pedestrian links would also be built during those stages.
The land owners are Oasis Caloundra Management Pty Ltd and the Body Corporate For the Oasis on Golden Beach.
Oaks Hotels, Resorts and Suites was contacted for comment.
The company, which has a headquarters in Maroochydore, provides residential-style accommodations at more than 60 locations around Australia and New Zealand.
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