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| EnviroDevelopment - November 2009 |
| ULDA’s Fitzgibbon Chase Joins Environmental Elite | |
The Fitzgibbon Chase development in Brisbane’s north has received top marks for its commitment to environmental sustainability.
The Fitzgibbon Chase development, being undertaken by the Urban Land Development Authority (ULDA) incorporates vast open space, energy efficient house design, advanced waste minimisation and recycling strategies, extensive ecological assessment and flora and fauna management strategies to gain certification and ensure future residents a genuine environmentally friendly environment.
Once completed, the entire Fitzgibbon Chase development will contain up to 1,700 homes in a range of styles to suit all household types, as well as parks and a 40-hectare piece of bushland.
The Fitzgibbon Chase development has been awarded full EnviroDevelopment certification, recognising outstanding achievement across the six key areas of sustainability - ecosystems, waste, energy, materials, water and community.
Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Stirling Hinchliffe said to be accredited in all six key areas is a significant achievement.
“The EnviroDevelopment certification demonstrates that Fitzgibbon Chase has met rigorous sustainability standards set by scientists, academics and industry professionals,” Mr Hinchliffe said.
ULDA CEO Paul Eagles said the certification means that people who are looking to buy in Fitzgibbon Chase can be assured that the home they are purchasing meets a significant range of environment standards.
“It is a testament to the work the ULDA has been undertaking with our builder partners that we have been able to achieve this while at the same time ensuring that we meet our housing affordability requirements,” Mr Eagles said.
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| Queensland Version 2.0 EnviroDevelopment Standards Launched | |
The announcement of the Fitzgibbon Chase success coincides with the release of version 2.0 EnviroDevelopment technical standards by the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA), which significantly increases the standards required to achieve EnviroDevelopment certification.
UDIA (Qld) CEO Brian Stewart said the new standards were developed in light of changes to Queensland legislation, community expectations and the certification of nine projects throughout the state.
“The standards review ensures EnviroDevelopment continues to inspire and reward high performing sustainable developments,” he said.
To download a copy of the new Queensland standards, please click on the standards booklet image on the right, or visit: http://www.envirodevelopment.com.au/01_cms/details.asp?ID=2. To request a hard copy of the standards, please contact Kirsty Chessher (07) 3229 1589 or email kchessher@udiaqld.com.au.
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| HopgoodGanim Join EnviroDevelopment as a Technical Standards Sponsor | |
HopgoodGanim provides sophisticated legal advisory services for the urban development industry, and is at the forefront of advising on the legal aspects of sustainable development.
HopgoodGanim practitioners have expertise in the areas of planning and development, environment, property, and building and construction and provide a complete front to back end service at all stages of the development process, from strategic advice at the beginning of a project to dispute resolution.
HopgoodGanim understands the climate change and sustainable development provisions of planning laws encompassing all levels of regulation, from Commonwealth to local government and can assist developers to be at the forefront of sustainable development in Queensland.
As a long-term sponsor of the UDIA, HopgoodGanim is proud to be associated with EnviroDevelopment and is an active supporter of social, environmental and economic sustainability.
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| Victoria Gears up for EnviroDevelopment Launch | |
Plans are well underway for the launch of EnviroDevelopment in Victoria in the new year, with the Board of Management Victoria established and customisation of standards for local conditions near completion.
EnviroDevelopment is supported in Victoria by three Foundation Partners – Boral, City West Water, and Sustainability Victoria - who are integral to the successful introduction of EnviroDevelopment in Victoria and their continued involvement, encouragement and support is greatly appreciated.
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| EnviroDevelopment Gaining Momentum in Western Australia | |
Western Australia’s leading EnviroDevelopments have received great media coverage following recent announcement of their certification. Increasing consumer awareness of certified EnviroDevelopments is paramount and recognition of the EnviroDevelopment brand in WA is growing quickly through the support of our Foundation Partner, The West Australian. Uptake of the program is continuing with more projects to be certified over the next six months.
“… pleased to be involved in this exciting initiative setting new benchmarks and providing widespread recognition for the delivery of environmentally sustainable projects. UDIA are to be congratulated in establishing the EnviroDevelopment program and allowing the development industry the opportunity to showcase environmental excellence in Western Australia.”
Alex Gregg, Managing Director, Richard Noble
“…delighted to be one of the first WA developments to receive an EnviroDevelopment Certification. The EnviroDevelopment program is a great initiative that showcases to the homebuyer those developments achieving truly outstanding sustainability goals. Educating WA’s homebuyers that developments are being created sustainably is a positive aspect of the EnviroDevelopment program and, amongst other benefits, provides Capricorn with a point of difference in the market. …EnviroDevelopment certification recognises that sustainability has been intrinsic in the planning, design and implementation of Capricorn – a very satisfying feeling for a team passionate about sustainable development.”
Russel Perry, CEO, Capricorn Village JV
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