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These drawings are part of our City Plan for use in the construction of municipal infrastructure assets built for, or on behalf of, or to be contributed to, the City of Gold Coast.
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Roadworks index(PDF, 237KB)
Typical cross sections - collector streets - plan 1 of 2(PDF, 175KB)
Typical cross sections - collector streets - plan 2 of 2(PDF, 181KB)
Typical cross sections - laneways and access streets(PDF, 136KB)
Typical cross sections - major traffic routes(PDF, 207KB)
Kerb numbering - urban(PDF, 81KB)
Concrete paths / bikepaths(PDF, 199KB)
Road edge guide posts(PDF, 83KB)
Bridge date plate(PDF, 70KB)
Ghost median island using delineator bars and RRPM's(PDF, 96KB)
New roads – service conduit crossings(PDF, 164KB)
Road crossing – trench restoration – flexible pavements(PDF, 132KB)
Drainage index(PDF, 244KB)
Field inlet and inter-allotment drainage pit(PDF, 117KB)
Median gully - cast in-situ details(PDF, 133KB)
Side inlet gully - cast in-situ details - kerb in line(PDF, 140KB)
Side Inlet Gully – Cast in-situ details – Lip in Line(PDF, 143KB)
Stormwater access chamber 1050 dia to 1500 dia(PDF, 176KB)
Stormwater access chamber 1050 dia to 1500 dia roof slabs(PDF, 142KB)
Stormwater access chamber 1200, 1500 and 1800 square(PDF, 136KB)
Stormwater access chamber 1500 dia roof slabs – extended 600 and 900(PDF, 138KB)
Excavation and bedding of concrete stormwater pipes(PDF, 174KB)
Scour protection bulkhead(PDF, 134KB)
Typical replacement stormwater outlet beach profile – new works(PDF, 165KB)
Hydraulic capture charts barrier kerb and channel lip in line 2400 lintel(PDF, 195KB)
Hydraulic capture charts barrier kerb and channel lip in line 3600 lintel(PDF, 198KB)
Hydraulic capture charts barrier kerb and channel lip in line 4800 lintel(PDF, 193KB)
Hydraulic capture charts barrier kerb and channel sag all lintels(PDF, 139KB)
Hydraulic capture charts roll top kerb and channel lip in line 2400 lintel(PDF, 188KB)
Hydraulic capture charts roll top kerb and channel lip in line 3600 lintel(PDF, 190KB)
Hydraulic capture charts roll top kerb and channel lip in line 4800 lintel(PDF, 210KB)
Hydraulic capture charts roll top kerb and channel sag all lintels(PDF, 142KB)
Beaches and waterways index(PDF, 179KB)
Concrete boat ramp residential use only(PDF, 194KB)
Dune protection fence(PDF, 180KB)
Foreshore seawall type 1 (clay and shale)(PDF, 225KB)
Foreshore seawall type 2 (geotextile)(PDF, 217KB)
Waterways waterfront development cross section(PDF, 298KB)
Open space infrastructure index(PDF, 2MB)
Bikeway path terminal treatment(PDF, 176KB)
Bikeway path terminal treatment bollards(PDF, 112KB)
Bollards installation on pathway(PDF, 114KB)
Bollards overhead view(PDF, 132KB)
Chain wire fencing – 1.8m high(PDF, 131KB)
Cricket facilities – pitch specification and notes(PDF, 136KB)
Cricket facilities – pitch plans and sections(PDF, 107KB)
Dog off leash areas – fence details(PDF, 173KB)
Dog off leash areas – layout(PDF, 272KB)
Dog off leash areas – maintenance tap(PDF, 193KB)
Dog off leash areas – water tap and bubbler with dog bowl(PDF, 136KB)
Double stainless steel BBQ – electrical details(PDF, 89KB)
Double stainless steel BBQ – general arrangement(PDF, 147KB)
Drainage – field inlet pit with grate(PDF, 111KB)
Low profile log barrier fencing – 0.5m high(PDF, 100KB)
Park gate(PDF, 92KB)
Park gate lock box(PDF, 178KB)
Path / boardwalk transition(PDF, 143KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised – tubular fencing(PDF, 122KB)
Pedestrian barrier gate details(PDF, 167KB)
Removable steel bollard(PDF, 126KB)
RPZ device for park irrigation systems – installation detail(PDF, 126KB)
Bicycle parking(PDF, 166KB)
Bicycle parking facilities inverted 'u' and pole ring style racks(PDF, 122KB)
Bicycle parking facilities shelter details(PDF, 103KB)
Bicycle parking facilities triathlon bar style hanging rail on road(PDF, 108KB)
Bicycle parking facilities triathlon bar style hanging rail verge/parks(PDF, 116KB)
Bicycle parking facilities typical base details(PDF, 68KB)
Planting media profiles – turf and garden(PDF, 183KB)
Planting – minimum setbacks road verges, roundabout and median strips(PDF, 266KB)
Street tree planting detail – mulch and cultivation(PDF, 167KB)
Street tree planting setout guidelines for roadworks(PDF, 2MB)
Tree and shrub planting detail(PDF, 258KB)
Tree mulching maintenance detail(PDF, 789KB)
Urban shelter – single framing plan and connection details(PDF, 61KB)
Urban and waterside shelter – general notes(PDF, 74KB)
Urban shelter – double elevations(PDF, 98KB)
Urban shelter – double plan(PDF, 91KB)
Urban shelter – double framing plan and connection details(PDF, 112KB)
Urban shelter – double section(PDF, 125KB)
Urban shelter – double single detail(PDF, 85KB)
Urban shelter – double slab and footing details(PDF, 100KB)
Urban shelter – single section(PDF, 117KB)
Urban shelter – single elevations(PDF, 49KB)
Urban shelter – single plan – Open Space Infrastructure(PDF, 91KB)
Urban shelter – single sign detail(PDF, 84KB)
Urban shelter – single slab and footing details(PDF, 60KB)
Waterside – double plan framing plan and connection details(PDF, 60KB)
Waterside shelter – double plan(PDF, 91KB)
Waterside shelter – double section(PDF, 124KB)
Waterside shelter – double sign detail(PDF, 84KB)
Waterside shelter – double elevations(PDF, 97KB)
Waterside shelter – double slab and footing details(PDF, 108KB)
Waterside shelter – single elevations(PDF, 97KB)
Waterside shelter – single framing plan and connection details(PDF, 108KB)
Waterside shelter – single plan(PDF, 89KB)
Waterside shelter – single section(PDF, 113KB)
Waterside shelter – single sign detail(PDF, 84KB)
Waterside shelter – single slab and footing(PDF, 107KB)
Approved logo plate(PDF, 177KB)
Generic foundation pad details(PDF, 655KB)
Spigot(PDF, 210KB)
Urban suite – seat(PDF, 246KB)
Urban suite – bench(PDF, 243KB)
Urban suite – bench armrest(PDF, 175KB)
Urban suite – extended bench(PDF, 222KB)
Urban suite – extended picnic setting(PDF, 197KB)
Urban suite – extended picnic table(PDF, 209KB)
Urban suite – picnic platform(PDF, 219KB)
Urban suite – picnic setting(PDF, 195KB)
Urban suite – picnic table(PDF, 164KB)
Urban suite – seat armrest(PDF, 177KB)
Urban suite – timber slat(PDF, 205KB)
Urban suite – 240L wheelie bin enclosure(PDF, 325KB)
Waterside suite – bench(PDF, 202KB)
Waterside suite – extended bench(PDF, 207KB)
Waterside suite – extended picnic setting(PDF, 208KB)
Waterside suite – extended picnic table(PDF, 207KB)
Waterside suite – picnic platform(PDF, 216KB)
Waterside suite – picnic setting(PDF, 205KB)
Waterside suite – picnic table(PDF, 201KB)
Waterside suite – seat(PDF, 251KB)
Waterside suite – seat and bench armrest(PDF, 174KB)
Waterside suite – timber slat(PDF, 190KB)
Bollards – timber(PDF, 162KB)
Bollards – metal(PDF, 150KB)
Continuous rail barrier fence type 1(PDF, 228KB)
Horse step through panel type 1(PDF, 219KB)
Horse step through panel type 2(PDF, 231KB)
Natural areas type 1 gate(PDF, 181KB)
Natural areas type 1 gate lock box(PDF, 194KB)
Parks - farm gate(PDF, 177KB)
Pedestrian access control devices(PDF, 234KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded mesh fence gate(PDF, 179KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded mesh fencing(PDF, 200KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded pool fence gate(PDF, 185KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded pool fencing flat top rod(PDF, 176KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded pool fencing flat top wire(PDF, 174KB)
Pedestrian barrier galvanised welded pool fencing roll top wire(PDF, 171KB)
Squeeze point type 1(PDF, 234KB)
Standard fence panel (two rail)(PDF, 232KB)
Star picket and wire strand(PDF, 179KB)
Star picket and wire strand fencing type 1 (stock fence)(PDF, 113KB)
Strainer post and corner post(PDF, 231KB)
Bike track dual use as footpath(PDF, 723KB)
Class 1 – bike track general notes(PDF, 128KB)
Class 1 – concrete(PDF, 198KB)
Class 2 & class 3 – earthen indicative cut & fill(PDF, 169KB)
Class 2 & class 3 – walking(PDF, 243KB)
Class 2 & class 3 – walking general notes(PDF, 128KB)
Class 2 – bike track general notes(PDF, 127KB)
Class 2 – multi-use trail cycle & equestrian/pedestrian & cycle(PDF, 652KB)
Class 2 – multi-use trail general notes(PDF, 129KB)
Exit point to shed water behind run of treads(PDF, 111KB)
Pedestrian paths – class 1/2 asphalt(PDF, 485KB)
Pedestrian paths – class 1 earthen(PDF, 483KB)
Placement of toe stones to maximise water shed from track(PDF, 258KB)
Track grading and drainage(PDF, 370KB)
Tread footings(PDF, 141KB)
Tread laying sequence(PDF, 154KB)
Type 1 treads(PDF, 140KB)
Type 1 & type 2 precast stone retaining wall(PDF, 393KB)
Type 2 cast stones water bar construction & edge retention(PDF, 165KB)
Exercise equipment surface and siting(PDF, 253KB)
Playgrounds edge details(PDF, 1MB)
Playgrounds fencing and sight line requirements(PDF, 818KB)
Playgrounds soft fall details(PDF, 245KB)