The Crisafulli government has defended its decision to extend relaxed rules allowing CBD-height skyscrapers in South Brisbane, and to axe affordable and diverse housing requirements for the area.

Planning minister and deputy premier Jarrod Bleijie renewed the Kurilpa Sustainable Growth Precinct Plan – a temporary local planning instrument, or TLPI – for a further two years just as it was due to expire on October 9.

Multiple major developments, including a 50-story tower next to the Skyneedle , have already been approved within the area. About 5000 new units are in the pipeline.

The government is encouraging significant development in South Brisbane, with several major projects already approved – including the tallest building outside the CBD, this 50-story tower.

These include reside

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