MAYORAL candidate Claire Richardson has called for big changes to Toondah, saying mixing residential development and a major ferry terminal could lead to disaster.
It came after Walker Corp released the latest artist impressions of what the harbour could look like.
Ms Richardson said the pictures did not show the full extent of the proposed 3600 units on reclaimed land in Moreton Bay.
She planned to ask Economic Development Minister Cameron Dick to amend the PDA to reflect the 2006 Redland Planning Scheme, which designated the harbour for marine uses.
"I support the Toondah terminal upgrade and precinct on existing land, but am opposed to new land created on protected wetlands."
She said development of new canal estates in New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania was banned or heavily restricted.
Toondah Harbour communications manager Dolan Hayes said earlier this month that it was misleading for candidates to say they could stop or significantly change the project.
"The approvals process for Toondah Harbour involves the federal and state governments, not council," Mr Hayes said.
"Council has a binding development agreement with Walker and most candidates would and should be aware of this."
Ms Richardson said residential developments were often not compatible with ferry terminals, with the potential for serious long-term consequences for jobs and ferry operations.
She said there had been a similar development in north Queensland where a small number of residential blocks were built on reclaimed land.
Once residents moved in, complaints about noise and exhaust fumes from ferry operations started and ferry companies were disadvantaged by limits on the hours and locations of maintenance operations.
"Subject to community consultation, a more low-key development - perhaps a traditional fishing village-type environment - could be appropriate."
Mr Hayes said residential development next to marine activities was common around the world.
"Reclaiming land using the dredge spoil from the harbour and channel upgrades is a sensible, best practice approach that delivers major community benefits."
Mr Hayes said the project would not be viable under Ms Richardson's plan and the region would lose the jobs, tourism and lifestyle benefits it promised to deliver.