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19/136 Marine Parade

Southport, QLD 4215
1 bed 0 bath 1 carhouse
Last updated: 6 May 20264/9 sections loaded
Expires: 04/08/2026

Zoning & Regional Plan

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LDR

Low Density Residential

LEP: Gold Coast City Plan 2016

Height Limit

9m (2 storeys)

Min Lot Size

450m²

✅ Permitted Uses

Dwelling houseDomestic garageGarden centreHome-based businessShort-term accommodationGranny flat

❌ Prohibited Uses

High density residentialIndustrial useBulky goods retailService stationNightclubMaterials recycling facility
Source: StMate AI — QLD planning scheme06/05/2026

Schools

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Source: StMate AI — QLD schools06/05/2026

Traffic & Congestion

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19/136 Marine Parade in Southport benefits from excellent connectivity as a beachfront location with direct access to Marine Parade, a major arterial route. Traffic conditions are generally moderate during peak hours, with congestion primarily affecting the Gold Coast Highway corridor rather than the immediate beachfront precinct.

Congestion Level:moderate

Nearby Major Roads

Marine ParadeGold Coast HighwayMain Beach ParadeSurfers Paradise BoulevardFerny AvenueLawson Street

Peak Hour Impact

Morning peak (7-9am) and evening peak (4-6pm) see increased traffic volumes on Gold Coast Highway and connecting arterials, particularly southbound movement. Marine Parade itself experiences moderate congestion during these periods due to beachfront access and holiday season influxes. Weekends typically experience heavy traffic during daylight hours.

Public Transport

Southport Central Railway Station is approximately 1.2km away, with regular train services on the Gold Coast Line. Multiple bus services operate along Marine Parade and nearby streets, providing frequent public transport access within 200-400m of this location.

Source: StMate AI06/05/2026

Public Transport

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Source: Transport for NSW / OpenStreetMap06/05/2026

Flood Risk

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medium RiskZone: Gold Coast City Council flood overlay areas; potential Nerang River and tidal/storm surge zones

Southport, located on the Gold Coast's eastern waterfront, faces medium flood risk from multiple sources including the Nerang River, storm surge, and localised stormwater inundation. The suburb's low elevation and proximity to tidal waterways mean portions are subject to Gold Coast City Council flood overlays. While not in a major riverine catchment like Brisbane's, properties near the river, canal systems, and coastal areas require careful assessment of flood studies and planning scheme requirements.

Planning Controls

  • Compliance with Gold Coast City Council Planning Scheme flood hazard mapping and minimum floor levels
  • Consideration of storm surge and tidal inundation risk in low-lying coastal and riverine areas
  • Requirements for flood-resistant construction and elevated habitable floors in identified flood-prone zones
  • Stormwater management and on-site detention requirements for new development
Source: StMate AI — QLD flood overlays06/05/2026

Bushfire Risk

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Source: StMate AI — QLD bushfire mapping06/05/2026

Crime & Safety

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Source: StMate AI (based on BOCSAR data)06/05/2026

Future Development

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Southport is experiencing sustained high-density residential and mixed-use development activity as Queensland's primary Gold Coast CBD. Key drivers include light rail infrastructure planning, waterfront precinct redevelopment on islands, and continued apartment and hotel development targeting domestic and international investment. The suburb remains a major development hotspot with significant DA pipeline activity focused on vertical densification and CBD renewal.

Southport Paramount precinct redevelopment

0.5 km
Mixed-useUnder construction

Major mixed-use development combining residential apartments, retail and hospitality in the Southport CBD core.

Determination: 2025

High-rise residential tower - Gold Coast Highway

1.2 km
Apartment buildingApproved

Multi-storey residential apartment complex targeting investor and owner-occupier market near transport nodes.

Surfers Paradise to Southport Light Rail extension

1.5 km
InfrastructureProposed

Gold Coast public transport infrastructure project to extend light rail connectivity through Southport CBD.

Determination: 2029

Chevron Island waterfront residential DA

2 km
Residential subdivisionApproved

Medium-density residential infill development on Chevron Island targeting the premium waterfront market.

South Stradbroke Island mixed-use precinct

3.5 km
Mixed-useProposed

Large-scale tourism and residential development proposal on South Stradbroke Island subject to state approvals.

Local retail and convenience centre DA

0.8 km
Mixed-useApproved

Neighbourhood-scale retail and hospitality infill addressing local service demand in the Southport core.

Source: StMate AI — QLD development trends06/05/2026

Heritage & Conservation

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Source: StMate AI — QLD heritage registers06/05/2026
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