Court rejects 'jarring' Gold Coast high-rise

Key points

• A court has overturned the Gold Coast council's approval of a $130 million, 14-storey tower at Kirra. Justice Nicole Kefford found the building would visually dominate the neighbourhood and create a canyon-like effect for residents.
• She said its design lacked coherence and harmony, and that the extent of non-compliance with the height limit warranted refusal. Residents appealed the approval in October 2025.
• The council and developer Immerse Projects were contacted for comment.