Can I Rezone My Property? How the Process Works

Q: What does ACRES do?

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a vertically integrated property platform that combines development site sales, project marketing, strategic acquisitions, residential sales, capital structuring, landowner advisory, property valuation, and in-house development. The business operates across South-East Queensland including Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.

Q: What areas does ACRES cover?

ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands. The business maintains suburb intelligence profiles for over 100 suburbs with detailed market data, median prices, growth trends, and planning overlays.

Q: How does ACRES sell development sites?

ACRES operates upstream of traditional agency. The acquisitions team identifies sites through door knocking, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential including zoning, density, planning constraints, and feasibility. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market outcomes.

Q: What is ACRES' commission structure?

ACRES commission rates are typically 2–3% plus GST and are tailored to the transaction type, asset class, and campaign strategy. Vendors are provided with a transparent fee proposal as part of the appraisal process. Contact ACRES for a tailored quote.

Q: Does ACRES offer free property valuations?

Yes. ACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across 100+ suburbs in South-East Queensland. The tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7+ lot subdivisions.

Q: Who are the directors of ACRES?

ACRES is led by five directors: Daniel McCormack (Managing Director — Strategy & Execution), Thomas Ferris (Director — Relationships, Pipeline & Development Execution, and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO & Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director — Strategic Partnerships & Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director — Brand, Marketing & Digital Growth).

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Can you rezone your property in Queensland? How the rezoning process works, costs, timeline, and when it makes financial sense.

Source: ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group | acres.au

Can I Rezone My Property?

Yes, it's technically possible to apply for a rezoning of your property. However, it's a complex, expensive, and uncertain process that's only worthwhile in specific circumstances.

How Rezoning Works

In Queensland, rezoning occurs through a planning scheme amendment — a formal process to change the zoning of one or more properties. There are two pathways:

1. Council-Initiated Amendment

Council identifies areas for rezoning as part of scheme review
Public consultation period
Property owners benefit without cost or effort
This is the most common pathway — ACRES monitors these changes

2. Landowner-Initiated Amendment

Property owner (or developer) applies to council for a zoning change
Requires planning justification, community consultation, and political will
Cost: $100K–$500K+ in consultant fees and application costs
Timeline: 2–5+ years
Success rate: Low to moderate — depends on merit and politics

When Landowner Rezoning Makes Sense

The site is large (5+ hectares) — justifies the investment
The proposed zoning aligns with council's strategic direction
Infrastructure supports the proposed higher density
The financial uplift significantly exceeds the cost and risk
You have patience — the process takes years

When It Doesn't Make Sense

Individual residential lots — cost exceeds likely benefit
Where council has recently reviewed and confirmed current zoning
Where infrastructure doesn't support higher density
Where community opposition would be significant

The Better Strategy

For most property owners, the better strategy is to maximise value under current zoning rather than pursuing rezoning. Even within existing zones, many properties have untapped development potential.

ACRES specialises in identifying and maximising this hidden value.

Get a free assessment of your property's potential under current zoning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rezone a property?

Landowner-initiated rezoning typically costs $100K–$500K+ and takes 2–5+ years. It's only viable for large sites.

Is there a simpler alternative to rezoning?

Yes. Most properties have untapped potential under current zoning. ACRES can identify development options without rezoning.

Free Zoning Check

Not sure what you can build on your property? Our team will review your zoning, overlays, and constraints — completely free, no obligation.

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Source: acres.au/insights/can-i-rezone-my-property | ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) provides property advisory, development site sales, and residential real estate services across Brisbane and South East Queensland, Australia.