In Brisbane, planning restrictions can drive up the price of detached houses by an estimated 42% above their actual construction and land costs—a significant affordability barrier for aspiring homeowners. In this context, house and land packages are emerging as a highly attractive and cost-effective route to homeownership in Southeast Queensland. Unlocking Affordability through Bundled Value When considering the 42% premium that zoning and planning restrictions add to Brisbane home prices, it becomes clear that innovative solutions are needed. House and land packages bundle the land and the build into a single offering, often delivering both at a more competitive rate. Developers—particularly those operating in new estates or suburban growth corridors—can…