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
Saddles teams up with site across the road
Mt White restaurant Saddles is looking for Council permission to expand by adding tourist attractions and accommodation across the road. The Planning Proposal seeks to allow Saddles Restaurant, the main tourist attraction of the site at 20 Ashbrookes Rd, to operate as an Additional Permitted Use (APU) under the zoning rather than its current ancillary use to Saddles Garden … [Read more...] about Saddles teams up with site across the road