Land acquisition, management and sales

Under the State Development and Public Works Organisation Act 1971, the Governor-in-Council can declare any part of the state a state development area if it is in the public interest, or the general welfare of residents requires it.

A state development area does not change the ownership of the land within the declared area. However, the Queensland Government, through the Coordinator-General, may acquire land or easements (by agreement or compulsorily) within a state development area for purposes that can include:

  • the establishment of industry
  • essential services
  • infrastructure corridors.

Further information

Contact the department for further information on land acquisition.