Changes to building heights and zoning are reshaping the proposed development framework for Mount Gravatt, with several areas set for lower maximum heights following community feedback on the precinct plan.
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The Mt Gravatt Centre Suburban Renewal Precinct Plan aims to increase housing choices around existing shops, services and public transport, while supporting the revitalisation of the Logan Road corridor.
The original draft included high-density residential zoning and building heights of up to 12 storeys along Logan Road between the Mount Gravatt Showgrounds and Glindemann Park.
Lower heights proposed in several areas
The proposed 12-storey maximum has been reduced to 10 storeys in northern parts of the centre. Along parts of Tenby Street, proposed maximum heights have also been cut from 10 storeys to eight.
In selected areas within the centre, proposed heights have fallen from eight storeys to five. Some locations originally considered for higher-density housing will instead retain medium-density residential zoning under the revised plan.
The changes followed community feedback on the draft precinct plan, including calls for lower building heights and lower-density development. The revised plan continues to support additional housing around an established centre, while also seeking better walking, cycling and public transport connections.
Residents’ feedback influences revised plan
Cr Adrian Schrinner said the focus was on creating more homes in locations where residents could access public transport, jobs, shops, schools and other services.
City Planning, Suburban Renewal and Economic Development Chair Cr Adam Allan said the revised plan demonstrated that residents’ concerns about proposed building heights had been heard. The revised plan sets lower proposed maximum heights in several parts of the precinct than those outlined in the draft plan.
The broader renewal strategy also includes support for local businesses, public spaces and improved connections through the centre.
Planning process remains underway
The updated draft plan will now be reviewed by Queensland officials and may be subject to further changes, according to Brisbane City’s project information.
The same information states that, if the plan is approved, Brisbane will make its final decision on adopting the amendment into Brisbane City Plan 2014 to guide and assess future property development.
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The community will then be able to view the final adopted amendments once that stage of the process is complete. Attention is also turning towards Upper Mount Gravatt, where consultation on a separate suburban renewal precinct around Westfield Mt Gravatt is due to open on Friday, August 21.
The revised Mount Gravatt plan sets out proposed changes to building heights and zoning along Logan Road and surrounding streets. The proposed framework is lower in several locations than the original draft, while the planning process continues through the remaining review and approval stages.
Published 20-August-2026