79-81 Tucker Street Machans Beach QLD 4878

Material Change of Use Multiple Dwellings

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(Source: Cairns Regional Council, reference 10722/2021)

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  1. Mellisa Trommestad commented

    Hello, I am writing to express my disapproval of the medium density housing proposal for this lot in Machans Beach. As a long term resident of this unique character precinct, I am disappointed to learn of this medium density housing project that is awaiting approval. The established, well-treed block is home to many critters already and following on from Ergons recent reckless destruction of the oldest recorded native Bloodwood in Machans Beach, destruction of habitat is forefront on many residents minds. I implore council to visit the site for yourselves and realise the value in retaining the existing low density housing nature of this character precinct, noted as Cairns' oldest established beachside suburb. I feel that the proposed dwelling is unnecessary and inapropriate for the street and the character precinct and should not set a precedent. The Existing zone is I believe A, this development proposes to change this lot to C, in my opinion, to the demise of the peaceful green nature of the street and area/precinct. Thank you for your Consideration.

  2. Brett Hitchens and Martha Goldman commented

    Dear Cairns Council,
    I am writing to voice my objection to the proposed development for multiple dwellings on the property Lot 1 on RP736477.

    The application is for 4 high set houses instead of single lowest house that is on the property at present. The applicant is seeking approval for “material change of use”. The application is one single title of 1,079 square metres.

    The title is zoned Res A. The applicants are seeking to change it to a Res C medium density. The gross Floor Area of the footprint of the current house is a stated 230sq metres.

    The footprint of the additional dwellings will bring the overall GFA to 788 Sq metres, this may not include all driveways, bin storage and footpaths etc ‐ Which will impact the Green space.

    As residents of Machans Beach and frequent users of Tucker St we have a few objections to the planned development.

    1. The proposed development will intrude on the quiet enjoyment of the neighbourhood.

    2. Surrounding privacy will be violated due to the height and number of Buildings. Looking into neighbouring gardens and creating a vista over neighbouring pool.

    3. The green space will be removed and sanitize the locality. Machans beach is a leafy suburb that is enjoyed by residents and wildlife alike.

    4. The residential zoning will be changed from a zone A to C. Machans beach Community Association Lobbied to zone down to a Res A about 20 years ago.
    This re zoning was approved to fit in with the character and quiet enjoyment of the suburb a feature highly valued by those who reside here and many who have more recently purchased here.

    5. The published plan shows double car spaces for each unit, however the car space of the front LHS building allows no room for a car door to open once the 2 cars as shown are parked in it.

    Many thanks for considering our objection to the proposed development.
    Yours sincerely

  3. Tom Reid commented

    I am writing in response to Development Application 10722/2021 for a rezoning of the properties at 79-81 Tucker Street, Machans Beach.

    The Development Application is requesting approval for a medium density housing development for a property whose zoning overlay permits only low-density residential housing. I object strongly to this planning application.

    Low-density residential zoning was approved over 20 years ago in response to widespread community support to preserve the character of Machans Beach through the Machans Beach Community Association. The current zoning laws are highly valued by those who live at Machans Beach.

    Neighbouring beach side suburbs have undergone multi-unit development with medium density housing having considerable impact on the communities. Machans Beach has been able to preserve its highly desirable and unique neighbourhood character because of its zoning overlays.

    Such character is typical of other desirable areas in Cairns such as the hill slopes of Freshwater, Edge Hill and Whitfield in which unit developments are prohibited because of zoning laws. The zoning laws are there for the protection of the neighbourhood character of these areas and exceptions should not be made to developers.

    Importantly, if approval is given to change the zoning for one property, the precedent is immediately and irrevocably set for others to apply for zoning changes.

    If there is to be a change to the zoning overlays, this needs to be done in consultation with the community and not at the discretion of the Council and developers.

  4. Chauncey Millard commented

    Thia goes against the character or Machans Beach and the community does not want it.

  5. Sam Stevens commented

    This is not in the zoning so no. This would be a horrible impact on the machans community.

  6. Anne Mobarak commented

    To:
    Cairns Council
    I am writing to voice my objection to the proposed development of multiple dwellings on this site.
    Four units require ample street parking for visitors and this end of Tucker street is already overcrowded with parked vehicles.
    Turning left into Tucker street from David street often results in near head on collisions with buses and other vehicles.
    I am also opposed to the development as I consider it inappropriate for the area for all the reasons mentioned by Martha Goldman and Brett Hitchens.

  7. Jana Fogarty commented

    Good afternoon

    Re : Development Application 10722/2021 for a rezoning of the properties at 79-81 Tucker Street, Machans Beach.

    1. The Development Application is requesting approval for a medium density housing development for a property whose zoning overlay permits only low-density residential housing. I object strongly to this planning application.

    2. Low-density residential zoning was approved over 20 years ago in response to widespread community support to preserve the character of Machans Beach through the Machans Beach Community Association. The current zoning laws are highly valued by those who live at Machans Beach.The zoning laws are there for the protection of the neighbourhood character and exceptions should not be made to developers.

    3. If approval is given to change the zoning for one property, the precedent is immediately and irrevocably set for others to apply for zoning changes.

    4. The proposed development will intrude on the quiet enjoyment of the neighbourhood.

    5. Surrounding privacy will be violated due to the height and number of Buildings. Looking into neighbouring gardens and creating a vista over neighbouring pool.

    6. The green space will be removed and sanitize the locality. Machans beach is a leafy suburb that is enjoyed by residents and wildlife alike. Its the oldest Cairns beachside suburb

    7. Four units require ample street parking for visitors and Tucker street is already overcrowded with parked vehicles, partly because of the community hall and th vents held there.

    8. Turning left into Tucker street from David street often results in near head on collisions with buses and other vehicles.

    9.The published plan shows double car spaces for each unit, however the car space of the front LHS building allows no room for a car door to open once the 2 cars as shown are parked in it.

    As a long term resident of Machans Beach (23 years) I strongly object to the proposed development.

    Thank you

  8. Jana Fogarty commented

    Re : My strong objection to the Development Application 10722/2021 for a rezoning of the properties at 79-81 Tucker Street, Machans Beach and my conversation with Jane Carter, planning officer.

    I understand my application is considered not properly made as it was outside the public notification period which finished 14th April, by 6 business days.

    For the record, I have been significantly injured and unwell and in and out of hospital for the past 4 months. Hence I only became aware of the development application today. I immediately stated my objections which I implore Council to consider.

    Kind regards

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