GSA Planning is proud to announce that Development Application approval has been granted by the Sydney Eastern City Planning Panel for the transformative redevelopment of 33 Cross Street, Double Bay (the former InterContinental Hotel site).

Designed by Cox Architecture, this eight-storey, mixed-use development will revitalise a key Double Bay site into a vibrant lifestyle destination. The approved scheme features a curated mix of luxury residences, boutique accommodation, premium commercial offices, and high-end retail and dining experiences, all anchored by a landscaped public courtyard that enhances local amenity and improves pedestrian connectivity.

Key planning outcomes achieved include:

• Successful justification of Clause 4.6 variations to exceed local LEP controls on building height and floor space ratio; 
• Retention of 100% design integrity from concept through to approval; and
• Constructive and collaborative engagement with Woollahra Council and key stakeholders.

We are proud to have played a role in delivering a project that will help shape the future of Double Bay’s village heart and strengthen its identity as a premier destination.

Two approvals from the Land and Environment Court. This four storey apartment building in Bondi Beach incorporates modulated facades, substantial new planting and a diverse palette of materials and finishes which positively contribute to the established residential locality.

The Court supported our Clause 4.6 variation request for Building Height, acknowledging that the proposal achieves a high quality urban outcome.

GSA helped secure approval from the Land and Environment Court for this spectacular development in Vaucluse. The residential harbour estate comprises of four new dwellings designed by Luigi Rosselli. Hillside consists of two six-bedroom houses and two semi-attached four bedroom residences.

All dwellings overlook landscaped gardens and private open space that celebrate the postcard harbour views.

Positioned in the centre of vibrant Double Bay, GSA Planning helped secure multiple approvals from the Land and Environment Court for this site. The new five storey commercial development with basement parking, ‘Ruby House’, designed by Lawton Hurley, will offer expansive new office space at the upper levels, with retail activation on the ground floor facing both street frontages.

GSA successfully justified departures from the Height and FSR development standards of the LEP, with the approved built form offering a contextual fit for the corner site and within the Bay Street and New South Head Road streetscapes.

GSA Planning obtained approval from the Woollahra Local Planning Panel for this elegant new dual occupancy in Bellevue Hill. The residences will provide an enhanced built form that relates positively to the site and surrounding development.

GSA is proud to announce the approval of a revitalised marina development at North Harbour Marina recently approved by Northern Beaches Local Planning Panel.

Delivered by Addenbrooke, the proposal upgrades the existing marina facilities and introduces new public-facing elements that creates a refreshed foreshore interface along Jilling Cove. 

Key features of the approved development include:

• Nine new berths and the removal of 10 swing moorings to facilitate the growing nature of the Marina

• A new ‘hole-in-the-wall’ style kiosk with a deck extension to support both marina patrons and coastal walk users

• Purpose-built racks for 72 dinghies and passive craft

The proposal has been carefully curated to integrate with the surrounding landscape and complements nearby water-based uses such as the Manly Boatshed and North Harbour Sailing Club.

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GSA is excited to announce the recent Land and Environment Court approval of a new eleven storey apartment building with rooftop terrace in Bondi Junction, which incorporates in-fill affordable housing and was able to leverage from the recent LMR uplifts to achieve a greater FSR.

The elegant design by MHNDU and landscaping by Melissa Wilson will see the amalgamation of six allotments to deliver a new eleven storey building. GSA Planning worked with Waverley Council throughout the process to achieve a fantastic outcome on this well-located site. The development will integrate with the surrounding high density area and will deliver 46 new apartments in a range of sizes, including 11 dedicated affordable housing units. This will be a valuable contribution to meeting the community’s growing housing needs.

Congratulations to our clients and all involved in this project!

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GSA Planning worked with Smart Design Studio to successfully obtain two approvals from the Randwick Local Planning Panel for this new residential flat building in Clovelly.

This stunning new contemporary apartment building provides 5 new luxury dwellings within a sophisticatedly designed building reminiscent of the iconic beachside Art Deco apartments found across Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

GSA successfully argued for variations from the building height and FSR development standards of LEP, and demonstrated to Council and the Local Planning Panel that the design from SDS expertly responded to the context, on a site benefitting from existing use rights.

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GSA Planning were able to secure development approval for RH’s luxury design and hospitality Gallery at 19-27 Bay Street, Double Bay. This development will mark RH’s first gallery in the Asia-Pacific Region, with Woollahra Council’s Local Planning Panel approving the five storey building which includes a design studio and rooftop restaurant. Council staff and the Panel supported GSA’s Clause 4.6 variation requests to height and FSR for the site, with the built form being designed to align with the desired future character of the Bay Street South precinct.

“Double Bay represents the ideal Location/Development Type to unveil the RH brand to Australia, while harmoniously integrating into the beautiful and dynamic community of Sydney’s harbourside village.” — Gary Friedman, Chairman and CEO, RH.

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The approval relates to the restoration and sympathetic refurbishment of an elegant heritage property constructed in the 1850s, designed by Hancock Architects. The approved alterations and additions will maintain the heritage significance of the site, while greatly enhancing the amenity and functionality of the existing building.

We are pleased to share the approval of the 81yarranabbe project - comprising 8 elegant, contemporary residences in Darling Point. Designed by Tzannes Architecture, the built form responds to the topography of the site and elevates amenity for future residents in this sought-after waterfront location.

GSA Planning assisted with the provision of planning advice and reports accompanying the DA for this development. The careful siting and design of the building, the contemporary materials palette, and its sympathetic landscaping by Spirit Level Designs ensures the development fits well in its built and natural context.

GSA and Antoniades Architects have made their mark, permanently, on the amended Woollahra LEP. Following our successful Planning Proposal for a Double Bay site, the new LEP has been recently gazetted with uplifted development controls. The increased heights and FSR for the site are a great win for our valued client, who can now build essential housing. Subsequently, GSA Planning have prepared the development application for our client to utilise the additional height and FSR for a new residential flat building.