News & Discussion: Other Metropolitan Developments

[Nathan]

I am no fan of Atkinson. But as a resident of the inner-west now, I gladly signed that petition to reopen Barton Terrace because it's ridiculous it was closed in the first place.

It's just another example of some North Adelaide residents acting like they live in a private quint village and not in a busy inner-city thoroughfare. With so much development happening in Bowden/Brompton these days, there is now even more reasons to open this road up.

Why do you want to get through there? Is it really much of an imposition to go a bit further up the road and enter North Adelaide via Jeffcott St?

[[Shuz]]

Why do you want to get through there? Is it really much of an imposition to go a bit further up the road and enter North Adelaide via Jeffcott St?

As someone who lives nearby, and doesn't drive a car. Yes, it is that much of an imposition.

[crawf]

And I've agreed with something you've said today aswell

According to something I read the other day, one of the reasons why the road connection was closed back in the 1980s was due to North Adelaide residents kicking up a fuss on having a road connection to the slummy western suburbs (p.s not my words), mainly Bowden/Brompton. Back then the area wasn't as attractive as it is today

Why do you want to get through there? Is it really much of an imposition to go a bit further up the road and enter North Adelaide via Jeffcott St?

It makes logical sense. Barton Terrace > Hawker Street

[metro]

i read in the messenger that there's a proposal to build an 8 level ~30m apartment building at Elizabeth on the corner of Phillip Hwy and Ridley Rd.

[Xaragmata]

i read in the messenger that there's a proposal to build an 8 level ~30m apartment building at Elizabeth on the corner of Phillip Hwy and Ridley Rd.

That proposal surfaced some time ago, and was mentioned here somewhere - the article doesn't add much in the way of confirmation.

[Howie]

Urban renewal focus for new SA Government agency
New authority will find public housing areas and land for renewal projects Photo: New authority will find public housing areas and land for

The Opposition says a new urban development authority announced by South Australian Premier Jay Weatherill will need to focus on the remediation of contaminated land at Bowden, where new Adelaide housing is planned.

The Premier says the authority will have the task of finding land and public housing areas in Adelaide for urban renewal projects.

It will combine agencies including the Land Management Corporation and Housing SA.

Mr Weatherill says the authority will have the responsibility for development of the former Clipsal site at Bowden, the Port Adelaide waterfront and Woodville West.

The Government says it will be spending about $250 million at Bowden to make the former industrial land safe for housing.

Former industry users were Clipsal, Origin and SAGASCO.

Opposition frontbencher David Ridgway says he has reports showing the Bowden site has dangerous levels of contaminants.

"Last week Premier Weatherill announced $264 million over 10 years for Bowden. It seems like an awful lot of money," he said.

"Clearly there is a huge contamination issue with that site, so people need to be reassured by the Government that the contamination will be dealt with before we start building houses there.

"It's a particularly toxic site that will require quite an investment plus a high level of expertise to remediate it to a level that will be suitable for housing. South Australians need to be reassured by Premier Weatherill and Minister Conlon that this [area] will be safe for people to live."

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-11-09/u ... section=sa

And from the PCA

‘Urban development authority’ the final piece of the urban development puzzle



Today’s announcement that the Government will move to create an urban development authority represents a quantum leap in Adelaide’s urban development that will eliminate barriers to the 30-Year Plan for Greater Adelaide.



According to Property Council of Australia (SA Division) Executive Director Nathan Paine, this urban development authority is the final piece of the urban development puzzle which will give critical momentum to the state’s infill targets.



“After years of global and national research on effective governance regimes necessary to deliver successful urban infill development, the Property Council is convinced that the urban development authority model is the right one for South Australia,” Mr Paine said.



“We commend Premier Weatherill and the Government for embracing this bold, new approach to South Australia’s urban development.”

[crawf]

I was very 50/50 when I heard that Jay Weatherill would be taking over Rann, but I am extremely with what he has achieved in under a month. City public holiday trading to now this . Woodville West is becoming a great example of good urban renewal.

[Omicron]

Oh god, the Liberals with secret reports again. Haven't they learnt yet?

[Songsting]

Perhaps most of the building work is finished, but there is a lot of final bits and pieces, plus entire shop fit-outs that need to happen... could be a while yet before it opens, I think.

[Will]

From the Messenger:

Six-storeys planned for Findon

Local News21 Nov 11 @ 09:29am by Lia Harris

AN APPLICATION to build a six-storey retirement village in Findon is expected to be considered by Charles Sturt Council’s Development Assessment Panel next month.

The DAP has received written representations from 13 residents living near the Warner Ave development site, who have raised concerns about aspects of the development including the height of buildings, increased traffic, overlooking onto other properties and noise.

The development, proposed by Epic 2000, would include three six-storey buildings with 149 apartments, seven two-storey townhouses, administration and communal areas, a swimming pool and cinema.

It would be built on a former dump site near the Findon Shopping Centre.

A decision on the application is expected to be made at a DAP meeting early next month.

[eslampar]

Does anyone have any information on the proposed Kilkenny TOD at the recently closed Bianco site? Or what is happening with the recently abandoned Bianco site. http://dcw.flinders.chimo.com.au/webdat ... -10-06.pdf + http://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/webda ... -09-26.pdf for those who are interested. Thanks

[rev]

Would be interested to see any artists impressions/renders if any exist for the Kilkenny TOD.

[eslampar]

Likewise, pretty confident nothing has been released though. I did however read somewhere that the large deralict building on the NE side of the Kilkenny train station is heritage listed and would potentially be converted into student accommodation as part of the redevelopment. Just dont understand, either:

1. Bianco is presumably paying rent on a site they havent used for the past 6 months or;
2. The owner, Peter Gregg ( http://eoy.ey.com.au/peter-gregg-the-gr ... /i1134693/ ), is happy to be paying holding costs without any rental income.

Hopefully, no.2 is the case and he is in negotiations with the appropriate parties for the redevelopment.

[Will]

From the Messenger:

Traders taking to the streets

Council30 Nov 11 @ 07:30am by Lisa Bachmayer



AN ECLECTIC MIX: Traders James Peeble (left) and Will Schulz from Arriba Grill on Prospect Rd say the council's footpath plan will be beneficial to the area. Picture: Luke Hemer.


STREET vendors, artists and outdoor diners will soon flood Prospect Rd’s footpaths, under new council plans to help revitalise the strip.

Prospect Council last week adopted a new footpath trading policy, which would allow new and existing traders to lease space in front of shops.

Existing traders will be given first preference, while new vendors, such as fairy floss or hot dog stands, can apply to set up shop on any unwanted footpaths.

The plan follows a $4 million revamp of Prospect Rd, which has widened footpaths to make room for alfresco dining.

Licence fees will be waived for the first 12 months to encourage traders to use the footpaths, but will be charged per square metre from January 2013.

Mayor David O’Loughlin hoped outdoor trading would help breathe new life into the street.

“I’m really encouraging an eclectic, kooky mix of street-based activity,” Mr O’Loughlin said.

“Cafes and restaurants are already itching to use the space and shops will be able to move some of their stock to the footpath on display.

“It’s open to any of the traders to do anything. If you see Don and George get their barber chair out there one day and start shaving, don’t be surprised.”

Harringtons Hair owner Don Violi was unlikely to set up his barber’s chair, but supported other traders using his space.

“If anything, it might make people more aware of my shop,” Mr Violi said.

“They might buy a hot dog or coffee, spot our shop and call in for an inquiry.”

Arriba Grill co-owner James Peebles was interested in using his path to offer outdoor dining.

“Even in the event we don’t take it up, I see it as beneficial to the area to have vendors outside businesses,” Mr Peebles said.

“I just think it provides more pleasure to people who come past.”

Art gallery owner Geoffrey Stapleton said he wanted to work on his next exhibition with other artists on the footpath.

“It’s a great atmosphere and it’s something that could be quite unique to Prospect.”

Cafes and restaurants will still need to get Liquor Licensing approval.

[Omicron]

I approve of this. An excellent move.