River Road

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100 townhouse medium-density residential development in Bundamba.

Client
AZURE
Location
31–33 River Road, Bundamba QLD
Value
~$40 million (indicative total development value)
Size
100 townhouses (70 Stage 1 + 30 Stage 2)
Timeline
Multi-stage delivery (Stage 1 enabling Stage 2)
Category
Medium Density Residential
Status
Completed
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Project Overview

2 Develop Urban provided end-to-end civil engineeringservices for a 100-townhouse medium-density residential development inBundamba, delivered across two coordinated stages.

The project involved extending an existing developmentapproval while carefully integrating new infrastructure, services, andstormwater outcomes to support long-term residential growth. A key focus wasensuring Stage 2 could be seamlessly delivered once Stage 1 was complete,without compromising performance, compliance, or downstream infrastructure.

Working within Ipswich City Council’s planning framework,the team developed practical, buildable solutions that balanced siteconstraints, servicing requirements, and community outcomes.

Challenges Faced

Staged Delivery & Approval Complexity

The development required a carefully coordinated two stage strategy, with Stage 1 enabling Stage 2. Key challenges included:

  • Extending and modifying an existing Development Approval
  • Coordinating the timing and documentation for multiple approvals with Ipswich City Council
  • Aligning design solutions with both current and future development conditions

Site Constraints & Layout Integration

Delivering 100 townhouses on a constrained urban infill site demanded:

  • An efficient earthwork and retaining strategy
  • Upgraded frontage works along River Road, including new access and pedestrian connections

Our Approach

Planning & Design Phase

  • Delivered Engineering Services Reports for both stages
  • Prepared Site Based Stormwater Management Plans
  • Designed integrated detention and bioretention basin
  • Developed earthworks and retaining strategy that improved constructability
  • Designed compliant internal roads, driveways, and safe River Road access
  • Extended existing approval with clear, buildable engineering solutions

Implementation & Construction Phase

  • Coordinated water and sewer authority requirements
  • Oversaw construction compliance for civil infrastructure
  • Ensured stormwater systems were built to design and protected downstream assets

Stakeholder & Project Control

  • Regular engagement with Ipswich City Council and service authorities
  • Support for MCU and Minor Change applications
  • Delivered accurate, approval ready documentation with proactive problem solving

Results Delivered

This project delivered significant positive outcomes.

Technical & Infrastructure Outcomes

  • Approval ready civil engineering solutions aligned with Council expectations
  • Fully coordinated staged delivery strategy for long term functionality
  • Integrated stormwater system achieving no net worsening downstream
  • Efficient servicing design reducing upgrade costs and construction risk

Development Achievement

  • Smooth implementation across both development stages
  • Integrated detention and water quality treatment for the full development

Community Impact

This development contributes much-needed medium-density housing in Bundamba, supporting local growth while respecting existing infrastructure and neighbouring properties.

Through careful stormwater management, flood-free design, and upgraded frontage works along River Road, including new access arrangements and pedestrian infrastructure, the project delivers safer, more resilient outcomes for both future residents and the surrounding community.

By embedding long-term servicing and environmental performance into the design from day one, 2 Develop Urban helped create a development that supports sustainable urban living and stronger neighbourhoods.

Testimonials

Client ReviewS

"Communication has been clear, timely, and easy throughout the project. The team has been professional and proactive in addressing questions and requirements, with project deliverables that were well structured and aligned with expectations. Collaboration was smooth, and we appreciated the organised approach to managing each stage of the work."

Nathan Belling
IHB One Pty Ltd

"2 Develop Urban identified significant cost savings through efficient engineering design (specifically infrastructure optimisation) and management of complex site ground conditions for our Chambers Green development. Their technical expertise and comprehensive project management proved invaluable throughout the project."

Scott Wacker
QM Properties
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