Logan’s residential developers are coming under increasing pressure to dedicate bigger portions of land towards parkland and green spaces.
Master-planned communities at Yarrabilba and Flagstone have strict requirements for green space under the banner of state government control and guidance.
Developers too, are being guided by Logan City Council planning guidelines.
But it would seem they’re seeing the attraction, going above and beyond to spend big on parks, ensuring it’s a point of difference which makes their development more attractive to families.
Orchard Property Group has incorporated a $3.5 million-dollar mega park into their Pebble Creek estate at South Maclean.
Pebble Creek Parklands spans over 15 hectares and links four developments together. It features a large play tower, a flying fox, a learn to ride precinct, two dog parks, a ping pong table and an adventure bike track and it’s not even finished yet.
The final stage of the park will be finished mid-2023 and include three fitness nodes, similar to those you see on the Gold Coast beachfront and additional cycleways.
Orchard Property Group CEO Ted Cronin said green spaces are an important part of any residential development.
“Orchard chose to increase the scope of the parks inclusions above the minimum standards required under the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area planning scheme,” he said.
“It’s important to retain as much active or green spaces as it is integral to creating a sense of community.
“It’s a place to meet away from the properties, let the kids play and the pets run.”
Orchard isn’t the only one spending big.
Just down the road is Flagstone Parklands another mega park, designed by developers Peet.
Worth over $12 million, the park spans over 10 hectares and features a water park, a competition grade skate plaza for BMX bikes, scooters and skateboards and an interactive dog park.
Others like Everleigh at Greenbank are investing in community event lawns and regional sports fields to boost resident activity.
Mr Cronin said with residential lots getting smaller, green spaces add value to surrounding properties.
“With lots becoming smaller in size, as required in many instances under planning schemes, active spaces allow for recreation and exercise that may not be possible in a back yard,” he said.
“Great parks without a doubt add value to properties in the immediate area.”
