It seems incomprehensible that one would contemplate this development proposal. Firstly, destroying 19 trees in a suburb well known for its dearth of trees and green space, in a time of climate change and extensive loss of habitat, appears to be a blatant disregard of these crucial issues. It is a horrific prospect to consider. Even if the developer considered planting a few shrubs or trees as replacement, this would never substitute for the advantages that these 19 trees have long provided, and continue to provide to humans, animals and climate.
Secondly, the destruction of a period dwelling and construction of a two-storey building with 31 total car spaces, will alter the peaceful and rare environment of iconic Dunmore St North. It is Bexley's best heritage and wide-set street, a quiet haven set so close to the noisy, polluted and truck ridden roads of Forest, Stoney Creek and Harrow. Why would one propose this childcare business here knowing that it would increase traffic and noise in a rare section of suburban peace?
Has the applicant not heard of the Heritage Conservation Plan, nor have regard for the vital role the 19 established trees play in providing habitat and the mitigation of concrete hot spots?
Council is urged to reject this application
