A development application (DA) to redevelope the CBD’s Ulster Lane has been submitted by Aria Property Group, reports brisbanedevelopment.com. 

The private laneway is part of Aria’s property at 171 Edward Street. The laneway is currently used as a servicing parking area, with the new plans to transform this underutilised part of the CBD into new tenancies for dining, retail and entertainment. 

The key elements of the DA include:

•  The rear of Ulster lane to have a bar/restaurant tenancy
•  Café that has service window out to Ulster Lane
•  Level 1 building reconfiguration to house a new retail/commercial tenancy (211 sqm)
•  General improvements including landscaping, seating, lighting, and paving.
• Inclusion of new partially-external stairs and landing area
• A new lift
• Gates at two locations in laneway for security and safety.
• A second mezzanine and food venue container for the rear of the laneway 

Hannah Schuhmann said Brisbane’s vibrant laneway culture is adding to the appeal of CBD living. Just a 300 metre walk from this proposed redevelopment is the sought-after Felix building where a buyer can own a 2 bed 1 bath apartment for $435,000. 

Artist impressions of the redevelopment plans can be found at https://brisbanedevelopment.com/redevelopment-plans-lodged-by-aria-for-ulster-lane-in-the-cbd/ 

For a full guide to Brisbane’s vibrant laneways visit  https://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/information/articles/activities/guide-to-brisbane-s-laneways?sc_lang=en-au