Residents in Moreton Bay are set to have their say on a major industrial proposal, as plans for the Narangba Innovation Precinct move closer to public consultation.
The City of Moreton Bay is preparing a planning scheme amendment that would support new industrial activity within the precinct, with residents expected to be invited to provide feedback once consultation formally opens.
At this stage, no consultation dates have been announced, with Council still working through the next steps before the community is asked to have its say.
What needs to change
The proposed amendment focuses on a designated area within the existing Narangba Innovation Precinct, aiming to enable around 600 new “special industry” jobs. These industries typically include higher-impact operations such as chemical manufacturing, waste processing and other large-scale industrial activities that require strict regulation.
Council says the changes could also contribute an estimated $129 million to the local economy while supporting employment closer to home for residents.
Mayor Peter Flannery said the proposal would help meet the needs of a growing population while making better use of existing industrial land.
“It’s important that our residents have opportunities to work close to home for lifestyle and affordability factors,” he said in a statement.
The precinct is already an established industrial area and that expanding its use for specialised industries would strengthen investment and job opportunities in the region.
Health and environmental safeguards
Alongside economic benefits, the proposal includes measures aimed at protecting nearby communities.
Planning documents indicate that industries operating in the precinct would need to meet strict standards around air quality, noise, human health and safety risks, particularly for surrounding residential areas. Extensive environmental health investigations carried out between 2020 and 2024 have informed the proposal, focusing on potential impacts such as emissions, noise and hazardous materials.
These safeguards are intended to balance industrial growth with the safety and amenity of nearby neighbourhoods.
Temporary planning controls to remain in place
In the meantime, Council has proposed extending the current Temporary Local Planning Instrument (TLPI) for a further 12 months.
The TLPI, which is due to expire in July 2026, sets interim rules for development in the area while a long-term planning solution is finalised.
Council will now prepare a report outlining the next steps in the formal planning scheme amendment process. This will include a statutory public consultation period, where residents and stakeholders will be able to review the proposal and provide feedback before any final decision is made.
Published 10-April-2026
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