Logan City Council Discount Scheme for Granny Flats Rejected by Mayor
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Updated Oct 7
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What happened
The Logan City Council proposed halving infrastructure charges for building one-bedroom granny flats, which would grant a $13,500 discount to tackle the housing crisis. Mayor Jon Raven voted against this measure on October 7, 2026.
From 4bc.com.au
Why it matters
The council's plan aimed to increase housing supply in Southeast Queensland. Mayor Jon Raven argued that the discount scheme primarily benefits investors rather than families and risks returning suburbs to overcrowded conditions without proper amenity controls.
From 4bc.com.au
Who's involved
- Jon RavenMayor of Logan City Council who voted against the discount scheme
- Logan City CouncilLocal government body that proposed the discount scheme for housing development
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The entities involved
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Jon Raven
Australian politician
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Logan City Council
local government for Logan City, Queensland, Australia
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