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Selling may not be the only option available to a landowner. Arc Urban Developments assesses carefully selected residential development opportunities across Brisbane and South East Queensland, including subdivisions, duplexes and townhouse projects. We work with landowners and project partners from initial site assessment and feasibility through planning, consultant coordination, construction and completion.
Selling may not be the only option available to a landowner. Arc Urban Developments assesses carefully selected residential development opportunities across Brisbane and South East Queensland, including subdivisions, duplexes and townhouse projects.
We work with landowners and project partners from initial site assessment and feasibility through planning, consultant coordination, construction and completion.
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A successful development depends on more than finding a block and appointing a builder.
Before a project proceeds, the site must be assessed against planning requirements, market demand, likely construction costs, finance conditions, delivery timeframes and the expected value of the completed dwellings. Arc begins by examining whether an opportunity is commercially and practically worth pursuing. Potential constraints and risks should be identified early—not after significant money has already been committed
Every successful development starts with the right numbers.
Understand What May Be Possible
Your property may be suitable for subdivision or residential redevelopment, but zoning alone does not determine whether a project is viable.
We assess the site, relevant planning controls and likely development options before considering the commercial numbers. Depending on your circumstances, the available pathways may include selling the property, developing independently or exploring a joint venture.
Participate in Carefully Assessed Opportunities
We may work with suitable capital or project partners on selected residential developments.
Before a potential partner is asked to make a commitment, the proposed opportunity should be supported by detailed feasibility, an appropriate legal structure and clearly documented roles, responsibilities, funding requirements and commercial terms.
Development involves risk. All potential participants should obtain their own legal, financial and taxation advice before proceeding.
At Arc Urban Developments, we know what the Brisbane market wants. We work with local architects and town planners to ensure each project maximises the site while creating homes that buyers love.
We focus on:
Each project is built with thoughtful design, high-quality craftsmanship, and finishes that stand the test of time—balancing lifestyle, functionality, and a sense of belonging.
Arc focuses on small- to medium-scale residential projects where the opportunity can be understood, actively managed and supported by local demand.
We assess whether an existing property may be capable of being divided into additional lots, taking into account planning provisions, access, services, site dimensions, overlays and likely market demand.
Where a viable pathway is identified, Arc can coordinate the required consultants and manage the process through approvals and delivery.
A duplex can provide an effective way to create additional housing and value on a suitable residential site.
Arc assesses the site, target market, likely product, planning pathway and project economics before determining whether a duplex strategy is appropriate.
Selected sites may support a small townhouse development. These projects require careful consideration of density, access, parking, private open space, design, construction costs and the needs of the likely end buyer.
Arc works with appropriately qualified consultants to develop and evaluate the proposed project.
Subject to the agreed project structure, Arc can coordinate the development process from feasibility and concept design through approvals, consultant management, finance coordination, construction and sales. Arc does not personally perform every specialist service. Qualified town planners, designers, architects, engineers, surveyors, certifiers, builders, valuers, lawyers, accountants, finance professionals and selling agents are engaged where require
Get in touch to explore our current development opportunities.
A Disciplined Approach to Development
Every development contains uncertainty. The purpose of a disciplined process is not to pretend that risk can be eliminated, but to understand it, price it and manage it as effectively as possible.
Feasibility Before Commitment : A preliminary commercial assessment is completed before Arc recommends progressing an opportunity.
Carefully Selected Projects: We are not seeking to undertake every available development. A project must suit the site, market and commercial objectives of the parties involved.
Boutique Project Attention: A deliberately focused project pipeline allows each opportunity to receive direct involvement and oversight.
Local Market Focus: Arc Urban Developments is based in Brisbane and primarily targets opportunities in Brisbane and selected parts of South East Queensland.
Clear Communication: Project partners should receive understandable information about progress, decisions, costs, changes and emerging issues.
Independent Professional Advice: Joint Venture and investment arrangements should be properly documented, with each party encouraged to obtain independent legal, financial and taxation advice
Step 1 — Initial discussion: We begin by understanding the property, the owner’s circumstances and the objectives of the parties involved.
Step 2 — Preliminary site review: The site is reviewed for location, dimensions, access, zoning, overlays, services and other apparent development considerations.
Step 3 — Professional and planning input: Where warranted, suitable town planning, design, surveying, engineering or other professional advice is obtained.
Step 4 — Feasibility assessment: Estimated acquisition or land value, professional fees, approval expenses, construction costs, finance, contingencies, sales costs, taxes and anticipated end values are considered.
Step 5 — Structure and agreement: If the opportunity remains viable, the proposed ownership, funding, responsibilities, decision-making arrangements and distribution of proceeds are documented with appropriate professional advice.
Step 6 — Approvals and design: The project proceeds through design development, consultant coordination and the relevant approval process.
Step 7 — Construction and delivery: Subject to approval and finance, construction is coordinated and project progress is monitored.
Step 8 — Completion and exit: Completed dwellings may be sold or retained in accordance with the project strategy and legal agreements.
**Actual steps and timeframes will vary according to the site, approval pathway, finance arrangements and project structure.
Arc Urban Developments was founded by Jason Payne, a long-term Brisbane northside resident with an extensive background in business ownership, leadership, management and property investment.
Jason’s experience includes property acquisition, buyer’s agency training and participation as a capital partner in property development projects managed by others. Jason has previously invested in traditional long-term ‘buy and hold’ properties, and in Airbnb properties, in NDIS properties and in property duplex developments.
Arc was established to bring together carefully selected sites, suitable project partners and experienced professional consultants under a disciplined development process.
Jason remains directly involved in assessing opportunities, coordinating relationships and overseeing the commercial direction of Arc Urban Developments projects.
Founder
Arc Urban Developments project portfolio will be presented here as opportunities progress through assessment, planning, approval, construction and completion.
Seeking Joint Venture partners!
1560 sqm site in Brisbane northern suburb 8km to CBD
The site will fit 5-7 townhouses.
This deal is still being put together. The above numbers are indicative only. More accurate numbers in a feasibility will be provided before any requirement to commit. Now seeking expressions of interest for 2-3 JV partners to contribute $700k-1M each, the rest is financed through a construction loan by the JV.
Contact jason@arcurban.com.au or 04447774304
Whether you own a potential development site or would like to discuss participation in a future project, the first step is a straightforward conversation. Tell us a little about the property or opportunity, and we can determine whether it warrants further investigation.
Arc Urban Developments assesses and coordinates carefully selected residential subdivision, duplex and townhouse opportunities across Brisbane and South East Queensland.
Information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, taxation, planning or investment advice. Development and investment outcomes are not guaranteed. Independent professional advice should be obtained before entering any transaction or project arrangement.
