A significant new development featuring 12 townhouses is set to enhance housing diversity within the Ferny Grove community, following a recent application lodged with Council for a multi-dwelling project and land subdivision.
Project Overview
The plans, designed by Red Door Architecture, outline the creation of 12 new homes, each featuring three bedrooms. These new residences will contribute to the low to medium-density housing options available in the area, with a mix of both detached and attached townhouse designs.
The project is planned to reach a maximum height of three storeys and will sit on a substantial 10,618 square metre site. Alongside the dwellings, the development includes provisions for 24 resident parking spaces and an additional five spaces for visitors.
Design and Green Spaces
A key aspect of the design focuses on integrating green spaces and private outdoor areas for future residents. The plans allocate 17 per cent of the site for deep planting, amounting to 514 square metres, to enhance the natural environment.
Each townhouse is also planned to have its own private open space, ranging from 35 to 38 square metres, which includes alfresco areas and balconies designed to meet residents’ recreational needs. Vehicle and pedestrian access to the development will be via a private internal road connecting directly to McGinn Road. The overall site will also be subdivided into two separate lots, measuring 3,020 square metres and 7,595 square metres respectively.
Community Integration and Planning Perspective
Planners from Ratio Consultants have expressed that the proposed development is well-suited for its location, both in terms of statutory planning guidelines and the existing neighbourhood context. They indicated that the project provides a high-quality, architecturally designed residential offering, noting the thoughtful details such as on-site refuse collection and varied building designs.
The planners believe the townhouses will present an attractive appearance due to their diverse setbacks, roof styles, building heights, and choice of materials. According to their assessment, the development is expected to contribute to creating contained, sustainable, and functional communities by providing housing diversity and choice for different household types and individuals throughout various life stages.
Published Date 12-Jun-2025