What is the Queensland Government doing at 1 William Street?
The Queensland Government has commenced moving into 1 William Street, a new $650 million commercial building built and paid for by Cbus Property more than six weeks ahead of its scheduled completion. The 41 storey commercial building will house the Queensland Government Executive office, Ministerial offices and numerous government departments.
What will Brisbane’s new 1 William Street look like?
Plans have been unveiled for the Queensland Government’s new 1 William Street, Brisbane. The winning $653m proposal by Cbus is for a 43 level, 258m high commercial tower with retail at ground level. At 258m high, this will become Brisbane’s second tallest proposed tower behind 222 Margaret Street.
What’s going on at 1 William Street?
The 41 storey commercial building will house the Queensland Government Executive office, Ministerial offices and numerous government departments. The total number of public servants moving into the building will be between 5,000-6,000. The following government departments will progressively move into 1 William Street over the next six weekends.
How long does the lease of 1 William Street last for?
The government’s lease of 1 William Street lasts for 15 years. Cbus Property also have their 443 Queen Street residential tower project which is launching on the 12th of November.
Is 1 William Street Brisbane’s tallest building?
1 William Street is officially Brisbane’s tallest building due to it’s generous 90 metre spire however without the spire, 1 William Street is 224 metres high (AHD) which would make it Brisbane’s third tallest building behind Meriton’s Infinity and Soleil Tower. The government’s lease of 1 William Street lasts for 15 years.
What is it about one William Street?
“One William Street was originally conceived as a building that would be leased to both the Government and the private sector, but by securing the entire building the Government has achieved value for money with competitive commercial terms on both the lease and fitout.