Burpengary East has been officially declared a Priority Development Area (PDA), unlocking the North Harbour marina precinct and setting the stage for thousands of new homes, local jobs, and the region’s largest riverfront parkland.
Read: Priority Development Area Planned for Burpengary East to Boost Housing Supply
The declaration, made by Queensland through Economic Development Queensland (EDQ), establishes a new planning framework for the suburb. The PDA status is designed to accelerate planning and streamline approvals, ensuring the $2.74 billion North Harbour masterplan can move forward at pace.
Housing supply and economic lift
At the heart of the PDA is a commitment to deliver more than 3,700 homes across a mix of housing types. Around 200 dwellings will be delivered first in an Early Release Area within the PDA.
The development is also expected to generate nearly 2,000 ongoing jobs, supported by construction, marine industries, retail and tourism. The precinct is forecast to add an estimated $456 million to the regional economy each year once fully operational.
This growth forms part of Queensland’s broader housing strategy, which aims to deliver one million new homes by 2044. The PDA designation allows streamlined planning and supports housing supply and job creation in a high-growth corridor.
Marina and lifestyle precinct
In addition to housing, the PDA includes planned lifestyle and recreation facilities. Plans feature a marina with 400 wet berths, a dry stack facility for 500 boats, and more than 500 private pontoons. The development also proposes retail spaces, dining, hotel accommodation and public waterfront areas.
The PDA also secures delivery of what is set to be the region’s largest riverfront parkland. The open space is intended to provide a balance between urban growth and environmental amenity, offering families new opportunities for recreation along the Caboolture River.
Planning framework
The PDA declaration applies to more than 420 hectares of land in Burpengary East, bounded by the Bruce Highway to the west and the Caboolture River to the north and east.
An Interim Land Use Plan (ILUP) now guides development while a more detailed Development Scheme is prepared. The ILUP divides the PDA into two precincts: one enabling the Early Release housing area, and another “investigation precinct” where development will be limited until further planning is complete.
The Development Scheme is expected to be finalised within 18 months. During this period, it will be publicly notified and open to community submissions, giving local residents and stakeholders a formal opportunity to have their say.
Local impact
The PDA is expected to bring growth to Burpengary East and surrounding suburbs such as Caboolture, Narangba and Morayfield. New homes, jobs and amenities including parklands, shopping and marine services are planned for the precinct.
Read: Thousands of New Homes Planned for Burpengary East in Major Development
The process of consultation will give the community a voice in shaping how this development unfolds. With the Brisbane 2032 Olympics on the horizon and ongoing population growth across Southeast Queensland, the North Harbour PDA is planned to support population growth and provide new housing and employment opportunities in Burpengary East.
Featured image credit: northharbourmarina.com.au
Published 29-September-2025
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