Hertford Street Transformation: 199 New Apartments Headed to Mt Gravatt

A massive 199-apartment residential precinct spanning three towers is set to transform the local landscape of Upper Mt Gravatt following a formal development application for a nearly 7,000-square-metre site on Hertford Street.



A New Chapter for Hertford Street

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The proposal involves three separate buildings ranging from two to seven storeys in height, positioned at 30, 34, and 36 Hertford Street. If the plans move forward, the project will replace existing lots with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom homes. 

Tower B is designed to be the largest of the trio with 84 units, while Tower A and Tower C will house 40 and 75 units respectively. This layout aims to distribute the population across the site rather than concentrating everyone into a single high-rise block.

Balancing Density with Nature

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Developers have focused on keeping the ground level accessible, with roughly 20 per cent of the total site area dedicated to deep planting and landscaping. While the buildings will cover about 75 per cent of the land, the inclusion of significant greenery is intended to help the project blend into the surrounding neighbourhood. 

Residents will also have access to various outdoor areas, including individual rooftop recreation spaces for each tower and a large shared garden located on the central podium level.



Infrastructure and Neighbourhood Fit

To manage the influx of new residents, the plan includes two levels of underground parking providing 370 spaces, with 50 of those specifically set aside for visitors. The planning team from Urbicus has indicated that the scale of the towers fits within the current expectations for the area’s growth and infrastructure. 

They suggested that the extra height and size are supported by a genuine need for more housing and economic activity in this part of Brisbane. Access to the entire complex would be managed through a primary entrance on Hertford Street to keep traffic flow organised.

Published Date 28-February-2026

Expanded Living Plans Proposed for Upper Mt Gravatt

A revised development application for Upper Mt Gravatt aims to increase local housing density with a proposal for 150 townhouses and apartments split between two buildings on Dawson Road.



Rising Heights and Housing Mix

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The project at 36 Dawson Road is designed by Prospect Apartment Architecture and signals a shift towards taller living spaces in the area. The updated plans show an increase in height for both structures on the site. Building one is set to rise from seven to eight storeys, while building two will grow from five to seven storeys. 

This upward expansion allows for a total of 150 dwellings, offering a mix of unit types to suit different households. The majority of the residences will be two-bedroom units, totaling 112, alongside 12 one-bedroom and 26 three-bedroom options.

Design and Community Spaces

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Planners from Mewing Planning Consultants stated that the project focuses on a high standard of construction. They noted that the design uses a variety of materials, finishes, and screening to create visual interest and break up the building’s exterior appearance. Beyond the apartments themselves, the site covers 4,856 square metres and includes significant shared areas. 

Residents will have access to an 800-square-metre rooftop communal area, and 10 per cent of the site is dedicated to deep planting to maintain greenery. Each dwelling also includes its own private balcony.



Traffic and Parking Upgrades

To support the increase in residents, the development includes a substantial boost in parking facilities. The number of car spaces has risen from 194 in previous plans to 272, which includes a new visitor parking area at ground level. 

Active transport is also a priority, with bicycle parking spaces increasing to 188. Vehicle and pedestrian entry to the complex will be managed through a private internal road that connects directly to Government Road, aiming to keep traffic flow organised within the site.

Published Date 10-December-2025