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1. My understanding of a heritage overlay is that this protects the particular heritage aspects of the area and this will be respected. So why are we seeing the destruction of homes and fences within a designated heritage overlay zone over and over again?

   In Pauline Hanson's words "please explain"

2. Rules are in the planning scheme.

   Demolition is not prohibited nor is the construction of 2 dwellings but they do require a permit to be issued.

   Unless you enjoy your rates increasing year on year then I suggest increased density is the answer because cost cutting is clearly not on Councils agenda given the fees paid to update their website.

3. Mae, my point is demolition in a heritage overlay should be prohibited. There are so many options. Boroondara is well on the way to losing it's much loved character and historic buildings.
   High density is already the hallmark in Boroondara just look around it's horrific.
   We do not have the infrastructure to cope with the increased population. Gridlock on main roads and side streets. I just don't think planning can cope with the influx. I agree the cost of the "paperless" office was exorbitant and came as a huge shock to ratepayers.

4. Well said. We fought against inappropriate developments in Mont Albert - all without success. Those of us who maintain gardens and pay for their upkeep make nice neighbourhoods for developers to pillage. Sadly the developments don’t include any garden space or somewhere to hang washing let alone play backyard cricket.
   The Supreme Court have a lot to answer for. It’s one thing to tear down a quality home but look at the sentences the judges hand out for murder! They have cloth ears and no consideration for people’s lives.

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