Council Minutes 21 January 2008 - Waratah-Wynyard Council

Planning Authority Reports
As discussed above, the perceived impact on surrounding residential property
values is not a matter addressed by the Planning Scheme.
Wayne and Melissa Singleton
Issue Raised:
The proposed subdivision will undermine the investments that people have
made in the area.
Planning Comment:
As discussed above, the perceived impact on surrounding residential property
values is not a matter addressed by the Planning Scheme.
Wayne and Melissa Singleton
Issue Raised:
The proven detrimental impact that blanket subdivision of this nature have on
the occupants of those subdivisions needs to be considered.
Planning Comment:
It is assumed this comment is in reference to the fact the land is owned by
Housing Tasmania. As discussed above, the location of Housing Tasmania’s
assets is not a Council matter. The subdivision needs to be considered on its
land use planning merits or otherwise.
Philip and Melissa Browne
Issue Raised:
Strongly objects to subdivision. If subdivision is to proceed, would like to see
the entrance off Inglis Street rather than York Street. The main concern with
the access off York Street is that there are a lot of families with young children
that have moved into the Inglis Park Estate and this would cause more excess
traffic and this will not be a safe environment for children.
Planning Comment:
The addition of 11 lots having direct frontage or access to York Street is not
considered to raise any traffic safety concerns. Council is obliged to consider
the application before it, and can only make minor changes to the design as
part of any permit issued. The subdivision design, as submitted, is considered
appropriate. It is noted the land is zoned Residential therefore development on
the site is envisaged at some stage.
Waratah-Wynyard Council – Ordinary Meeting Minutes – 21 January 2008 Page 22