Local residents are responding significantly to a proposed 24/7 fast-food restaurant development at Nudgee Road in Hendra.
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The proposed development for 330 Nudgee Road, Hendra aims to transform the existing car rental depot into a modern food and drink establishment. The plans detail a compact facility, featuring a dual-lane drive-through designed for optimal traffic flow. Notable in the design is its focus on takeaway service, with no on-site dining facilities included.
“The design of the proposed development is consistent with the branding, architectural style and materiality of the McDonald’s franchise. However, unlike a typical McDonald’s restaurant which features a 450 sqm floor plate with inside dining, takeaway and drive-through options, the scale of the proposed development has been significantly reduced. Specifically, this development comprises a floorplate that is 65% the size of a standard McDonald’s restaurant, and operates only on a drive-through and takeaway basis,” planners stated.
Community Response
The development application (A006543699), which opened for public notification on 16 October 2024, has already garnered substantial community interest.
BCC has received over 100 submissions during the notification period, which runs until 7 November 2024. Local residents and business owners have been actively engaging in the planning process, sharing their perspectives on how the development might impact the neighbourhood.
Key discussion points raised by the community include potential effects on local traffic patterns, environmental considerations, and the relationship between the proposed development and the existing character of the area. The site’s proximity to educational facilities, including Hendra State School, has sparked conversations about urban planning and community development.
“The introduction of this fast-food restaurant is projected to bring an additional 90 cars daily into our residential area. This increase will exacerbate existing traffic issues, making it increasingly difficult for residents to navigate our streets and potentially heightening the risk of accidents,” one resident said.
For those interested in participating in the consultation process, BCC outlines specific criteria for submissions to be considered ‘properly made’:
– Submissions must be lodged electronically through the Council website or in writing with signatures
– Include complete contact details of the submitter
– Provide detailed reasoning for the position taken
– Be received before the November 7 deadline
All properly made submissions will be eligible for appeal rights in the Land and Environment Court following the Council’s decision.
The proposal represents a significant potential change for the Hendra area, which is currently characterised by its residential nature and local business community. BCC will review all submissions as part of its assessment process.
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Residents seeking more information or wishing to make a submission can do so through https://developmenti.brisbane.qld.gov.au/.
Published 31-October-2024