Unlocking Opportunity in One of Melbourne’s Most Prestigious Suburbs
Project Overview
Mollard Property Group (MPG) successfully delivered a high-quality childcare development in the tightly held and prestigious suburb of Kew, Victoria. This project is a prime example of MPG’s ability to uncover rare, high-performing development opportunities in Melbourne’s most desirable inner-east locations.
Following extensive research and location analysis, MPG sourced and secured a high-exposure site with exceptional connectivity and proximity to Melbourne’s elite private schools. Despite its tight site constraints, MPG created an innovative concept design and obtained development approval for a 104-place childcare centre—balancing design excellence, operational efficiency, and community sensitivity.
To enable construction, the project involved the demolition of outdated commercial buildings, the removal of easements, and the relocation of existing sewer infrastructure—all expertly managed by the MPG team. The approved three-level design features a contemporary childcare centre with undercroft car parking, maximising use of the site without compromising on function or aesthetics.
Throughout the town planning process, MPG proactively engaged with neighbouring property owners to address concerns around traffic and access. Through intelligent design modifications, including a reimagined access strategy, all issues were resolved prior to submission, resulting in zero objections—a rare achievement in such a tightly developed urban setting.
The planning permit conditions were straightforward and uncontentious, with plan endorsements issued just four weeks after submission, reflecting the strength and quality of the planning application. MPG’s building design team delivered a tailored solution that met the unique operational objectives of the childcare provider, while being respectful of the local residential and commercial character.
Key Highlights
- Prime Inner-Eastern Location: Positioned in the heart of Kew, surrounded by top-tier private schools
- Design Excellence: Three-level, 104-place childcare centre with undercroft parking
- Zero Objections: Neighbour concerns addressed through proactive design and engagement
- Efficient Planning Process: Council plan endorsement achieved within four weeks
From complex urban sites to premier education precincts, MPG delivers visionary early learning environments that balance operational success with architectural integrity and community integration.
