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1. Good evening,

   Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this application.

   Given the scope and nature of the development, I would like to express my strong (extremely strong, in fact) objection to this proposal.

   Please find below the reasons a development of this nature would detract from the positive future development of Belconnen Town Centre / and the wider Belconnen community.

   1) The sheer size and scope of this development does not complement the existing streetscapes or community in any way. While I understand the Territory Plan has stipulated the "densification" of town centres like Belconnen, this type of "densification" is at odds with the general characteristics of the local community. Such highrises may be appropriate in major cities, but they do not have a place in what is proudly, the Bush Capital.

   2) The impact of a construction / development of this size is not fair or equitable to the people who reside in and around the Town Centre, and surrounding suburbs. Existing and future residents should not be subjected to increased noise pollution from additional vehicles, shadows created by the development, the works, long hotel operating hours etc. This, again, is not consistent with the Territory Plan's objectives of maintaining our bush-setting appeal.

   3) Belconnen is not the place to have a highrise building of this nature. The local residents enjoy the outdoor spaces, such as around the Lake, as well as the local skate park. These outdoor areas may not directly be affected by a development of this nature, but again, it detracts from the overall enjoyment local people have when interacting with their environment.

   By allowing a development like this to go ahead, it sets a terrible precedent - and one that will ultimately damage the reputation of this area in the long term.

   Thank you for considering my objections. I welcome being contacted to discuss this further.

   Kind regards, Tiffany Bonasera (local resident)

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