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1. The proposed building is very much out of keeping with the neighbourhood. It will tower over and overshadow the adjacent and nearby dwellings. While it is a good idea to have some higher density in suburban areas, this proposal is poorly conceived and will be a blot upon the neighbourhood like the Tribeca building nearby. It will contribute to the degradation of the West Torrens environment.

2. I object to the proposed multi storey development for the following reasons:
   - the community was never consulted nor supported the changes to the zone that now allows multi storeys on Norma St. The draft development plan that was circulated for public comnent had only proposed multi storey for Henley Beach Rd.
   - there is no policy argument for this type of development in residential streets - what is the benefit to the community? There is none
   - these reforms for urban consolidation had been intended for the arterial roads only and should not be considered for residential streets
   - multi storey is not appropriate for this residential street where there is only single (and a small number of double) storey properties nearby
   -the building is out of step with surrounding houses. The housing stock is predominately of historic character and this development would be an eyesore on the landscape.
   - the development would increase the urban heat footprint, and increase the temperature of the suburb. Something that must be avoided. Instead planning should ensure impacts of urban heat are reduced.
   -There would be privacy impacts on surrounding houses with windows and balconies overlooking neighbours properties.
   -Morning sun would be blocked out for immediate neighbours.
   -The concept plan is ugly - no consideration has been given to aesthetics or design principles sympathetic to the area.
   - There are no positive aspects to this proposal. It would be a disaster.

3. I object to the proposed development for the following reasons:
   - I accept that within the proximity to the CBD there must be urban infill and multi story development along the corridor. This proposed development is not ON the corridor, it is on a residential corner. With some of the issues addressed, this may be an appropriate development if it was on Henley beach road, but not for the residential streets behind it.
   - the essence of the original development plan which was released for public comment was for there to be multi story development along the immediate corridor. This goes against what the community understood was being proposed.
   - the design of the proposed development does not take into account the character homes in the neighbourhood.
   - the development does not take into account the urban heat map, and it will contribute negatively to this.
   - parking is already an issue in the area and this will add to the problems.
   -There will be overshadowing issues for neighbours.

4. I object to the proposed multi storey development for the following reasons:
   - This building is not suitable for Norma St, a largely single-storey residential neighbourhood. The High St development rules apply to Henley Beach Rd appropriately, and I understand that this is what was included in the draft development plan, but this extension of that style of development is out of character
   - I gather from reading the application that the balconies are smaller than required and some rooms are also too small. This kind of scrimping against already minimalist allowances should not be permitted.
   - there is no merit in this proposal, it will detract from, not add to, the amenity of the area
   - it is too high and not in keeping with the style of the surrounding houses which are largely of historic character
   - the development will increase the urban heat load of the area, rather than contribute to ameliorating it
   - surrounding houses will be overshadowed and lose sunlight and privacy.

5. I object to the proposed multi-storey development. This development would change the character of surrounding area as well as impacting on the environment of neighbouring houses. The height of the development and number of dwellings within it really is out of character for a residential corner site. The design is not congruent with the character of the area and what we will have is high density population on a very small space with negative impact on the area.

6. I am supportive of the application. The proposal is for a 4 story development which is in keeping with the urban corridor zone 35 rules. The development is close to public transport and local shops and appears to be a suitable location for a project of this density. The new accommodation will provide additional customers to the local district businesses and will assist to make the suburb a more interesting place to live.

7. I object to the proposed multi story development.

   Such a development does not fit with the surrounding character of the area. The development will negatively impact the existing area in every way, purely to make profit for a developer who does not have to live in it, and provides no benefits. A four story development in a neighbourhood of single story homes is clearly not going to fit in. It is questionable how they can fit 22 dwellings in to this area. Certainly they cannot do so and provide any semblance of what used to be the ordinary Australian lifestyle.

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