The Local Planning Panel has reaffirmed its previous refusal for a development application at 1 and 3 Alfred Street and 315 West Street, Umina Beach. The applicant wanted to construct commercial premises and shop top housing to a height of five storeys when the planning controls allow for four storeys. The panel stated that there was no compelling reason to justify the … [Read more...] about Three peninsula developments knocked back
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Nareen Gardens redevelopment approved
A redevelopment of Uniting Nareen Gardens Bateau Bay was approved by the regional planning panel on November 30. The application for 180 new retirement and independent living apartments and a 160-place residential aged care home will include a village green, barbeque area, children’s playground and resident clubroom. The admin for Bateau Bay Community Collective facebook page … [Read more...] about Nareen Gardens redevelopment approved
Whale Rock to be protected in steel works proposal
A steel fabrication business wants to set up shop in Somersby. The property, at 7 Ainslie Close, includes Whale Rock, an area registered as an Aboriginal Ceremony and Dreaming site. The business is seeking Council approval to erect a new industrial building with overall dimensions of 30m X 12m and a maximum height of 8.06m, including a mezzanine level in one corner. Access to … [Read more...] about Whale Rock to be protected in steel works proposal
Ettalong height restrictions under review
A rezoning proposal that would allow additional floor space and height to buildings along The Esplanade at Ettalong Beach between Memorial Ave and Picnic Parade is now open for public comment. Called a Planning Proposal, the rezoning for 43-46 The Esplanade, Ettalong Beach proposes to: Change the building height from 11.5 metres to 17 metres (3 storeys to 5 … [Read more...] about Ettalong height restrictions under review
Rezoning would allow more houses
A rezoning proposal for land at Forresters Beach is currently open for public comment. The rezoning is for all the land bound by the intersection of Bakali Rd and The Entrance Rd all the way up to the intersection with Forresters Beach Rd. It is generally triangular in shape with an area of 12.261 Ha. This Planning Proposal is in effect a review of the urban fringe zoning … [Read more...] about Rezoning would allow more houses
