Current status

A new landmark in the heart of North Adelaide will be the catalyst required to assist in the revitalisation of the O’Connell Street precinct.

Project update: 16 December 2020

City of Adelaide is pleased to announce that it has selected Commercial & General to deliver an exciting mix of residential, retail and commercial uses, new public open spaces with connections through the site, all supported by publicly accessible car parking.

Timelines

2018

  • February: City of Adelaide takes ownership of the site
  • May: Community consultation begins
  • June: Guiding Principles created to inform development
  • July: Community consultation on Guiding Principles
  • September: Expression of Interest process commences

2019

  • February: Expressions of Interest submissions evaluated by Council
  • March: Council shortlists developers for Stage 2 – Request for Detailed Proposals
  • April: The Stage 2 – Request for Detailed Proposals commenced
  • November: Council selects a preferred developer to commence commercial negotiations

2020

  • December: Council selects Commercial & General to develop the site and endorses a design concept

2021

  • Commercial & General can now proceed to prepare the development application for the scheme. From there:
    • Construction of the Sales Centre will commence on the site in the first half of 2021, including a complete demonstration apartment
    • A sales launch will occur in Spring 2021
    • Retail and commercial leasing will occur from 2021
    • Construction of the building anticipated to commence in 2022 and be complete in 2025

Information Sessions

Council will be holding information sessions in collaboration with Commercial & General in early 2021 where the community can learn more about the project. Register your interest in attending a session here.

Need more information?

To learn more about the development, intended timelines, next steps up to and during construction, including when apartments will be available for purchase and about commercial leasing, please contact Commercial & General via the project website: www.88oconnell.com

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