Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley will be revitalised under a new plan to deliver thousands of new homes and transform the inner-city lifestyle precinct in preparation for the Brisbane 2032 Games.
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said the Fortitude Valley Sustainable Growth Precinct Plan would allow additional height in a dedicated area to support more homes sooner and economic revitalisation while boosting lifestyle opportunities.
Lord Mayor Schrinner said it would also boast the highest number of live music venues of any precinct in Australia, cementing its reputation as one of the country’s leading cultural and entertainment destinations.
“With the current neighbourhood plan now 15 years old, the updated plan will respond to significant growth and changes in the area.”
He said it would focus on creating mixed-use communities that brought together new homes, retail, entertainment, cultural experiences and more connected public spaces in an area where 28,000 people worked and about 11,500 already called it home.
“The Fortitude Valley area is already a vibrant well-connected area close to transport, jobs and lifestyle opportunities and this plan will build on these strengths.”
Lord Mayor Schrinner said a key feature of the plan was to strengthen connections to nearby Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games venues.
He said improved walking and cycling links, better wayfinding and upgraded public spaces would make it easier and safer for people to move through and experience the precinct, supporting tourism, investment and a stronger economy.
“These updates will reinforce Fortitude Valley’s role as a vibrant mixed-use precinct with a thriving day-and-night-time economy anchored by live music, entertainment, retail and hospitality.
“They will also ensure the precinct is ready to welcome increased visitation during the Brisbane 2032 Games and beyond.”
Lord Mayor Schrinner said the focus area included land surrounding Fortitude Valley Station and sections of Wickham Street, Ann Street and Brunswick Street.
He said building heights currently range from eight storeys in the Warner Street and James Street area, 20 storeys in the Valley Gateway, and up to 30 storeys in the Valley Heart.
“The updated plan will consider greater building heights in some locations to support well-designed urban renewal.”
