Hurstville REF - Transport for NSW - NSW Government

oute or storage area). The immediate neighbouring land uses are mainly residential andcommercial.Potential ImpactsThe proposal will not affect or alter the current use of the site or the immediate surrounding areaas a rail corridor. It will not have effects on the use of the neighbouring properties.Control MeasuresNo specific control measures are required.4.12 Socio-Economic EffectsExisting SituationThe proposed site is in the Hurstville LGA which, according to the 2011 census the suburb ofHurstville has a population of around 26,040. Hurstville is a residential and commercial suburb.The railway line bisects the suburb of Hurstville in an area where there are number of differentland uses. Residential receivers, commercial facilities and Hurstville Station are in closeproximity to the proposed DBS site.Potential ImpactsSocial and economic considerations typically focus on the effect on the local community as awhole, and on local businesses. Amenity issues such as noise, visual impacts and traffic aresome of the key areas that can affect the community and are discussed in detail in sections 4.5,4.10 and 4.14.Construction is unlikely to have an adverse effect on nearby businesses, as work will be withinthe rail corridor. Noise impacts will be temporary (less than six weeks). There will be no traffic oraccess changes for businesses or residents.The site will be appropriately fenced off during construction. In operation, the facility will befenced off and pose only a minimal risk to public safety.There will be positive long term effects resulting from the proposal, as the new DTRS willprovide a more effective communication service and improve the safety of the rail network.There may be minor short-term positive impacts for the surrounding area as a result of the needfor materials, transport, food, services and accommodation.The DTRS project has a capital value of approximately $225 million and will generate over 100jobs over the life of the project.Control MeasuresIn addition to the control measures proposed in the noise, traffic and visual sections, othercontrol measures are outlined below.Page 49 of 75