An Enquiry by Design Workshop was convened in October 2001 to assist with the preparation of a draft ODP for Precinct 1, with the workshop bringing together the ideas and objectives of all key stakeholders including landowners, the City and relevant government agencies.
Based on the information compiled at the workshop, a draft Outline Development Plan was prepared by Turner Master Planners Australia on behalf of the City. Council at its meeting on 11 June 2002 considered the draft Outline Development Plan for the Southern River Precinct 1 (Holmes Street).
The ODP was formally advertised for comment from government agencies and landowners in August 2003. Following a number of modifications and reports to council, final adoption was granted by council and approved by the Minister on 28 January 2016.