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One of SA’s richest families, On The Run owners the Shahins, plans new seven-storey HQ in Kensington
The Advertiser / Messenger News
October 2, 2016 8:32pm

A SEVEN-STORY building with penthouse suites is planned for Peregrine Corporation’s head office in Kensington, a new report has revealed.

The Development Assessment Commission has released new details about the Shahin family-owned company’s $50 million plan for the corner of The Parade and Portrush Rd. The new DAC report stated the owners of the On The Run franchise were planning a seven-storey “mixed-use building” in place of its one-storey head office.

Plans include offices on six levels and “accommodation suites”, a restaurant, gym and pool on the seventh floor. Close to 300 carparks over four levels are planned for the site according to the report.


On The Run chief operating officer Michaela Webster said regional staff, and interstate and international visitors would stay in the accommodation suites.

In November, Peregrine Corporation announced plans for a “multi-storey, mixed use” development to cater for up to 400 workers at its head office — but did not disclose details about the proposed building’s height.

The State Government declared the project a development of “economic significance to the state”, meaning Planning Minister John Rau would assess the plans directly. Since 2008, 29 projects in SA have been assessed as major developments, including the $1.8 billion Port River desalination plant and $600 million Holdfast Shores development.


Peregrine Corporation’s Sam Shahin. Pic: Mike Burton
As part of the application process, Peregrine Corporation has submitted a development report — including details on potential traffic, as well as economic and employment effects — to the Minister, with a three-week public consultation period expected to start “shortly”.

Ms Webster expected work to start mid next year, subject to approval.

Norwood, Payneham & St Peters Mayor Robert Bria first learnt of the proposed development’s height when contacted by the Eastern Courier Messenger.

He was “frustrated” at the lack of public information about the project.

“Time will tell if this type of development is appropriate for this site, given it is at a major intersection,” Mr Bria said.

Buildings of up to two storeys are allowed in the area — which is zoned for business use — under NP&SP’s planning rules.

Mr Rau has not yet responded to requests for comment.

claybro wrote:"buildings of up to 2 storeys are allowed in the area"....

What about the 7 storey water tower building on the opposite corner Mr Bria?

A SEVEN-STORY building with penthouse suites is planned for Peregrine Corporation’s head office in Kensington, a new report has revealed.

“Time will tell if this type of development is appropriate for this site, given it is at a major intersection,” Mr Bria said.

The State Government declared the project a development of “economic significance to the state”, meaning Planning Minister John Rau would assess the plans directly. Since 2008, 29 projects in SA have been assessed as major developments, including the $1.8 billion Port River desalination plant and $600 million Holdfast Shores development.