Brisbane millionaire choppers and changes private helipad plan

“It has been concluded that the access tunnel could have adverse implications for infrastructure servicing and is not warranted, as a mere convenience in the event of inclement weather,” Mr Bell’s planning consultant wrote.

The refuelling tank was also considered unnecessary, the letter continued, as there were airports nearby where refuelling could take place.

The changes also proposed enlarging the hangar from 29m by 18m to 30.6m by 20.6m, to ensure emergency services could use it for community use. The letter noted that lord mayor Adrian Schrinner supported this proposal when the first application was made.

Mr Bell has also asked the court to approve the application being broken up into two stages – first the helipad and then the…