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1. This development has increased by approximately 20 extra apartments from the original DA. The section 96 is a notification of change yet to be approved, however Developcorp are currently advertising the property in the Bushtelegraph as a 90 apartments which are 70% sold.

   It is concerning that Developcorp are misleading the consumer or is there a prearrangement between Hornsby council and Developcorp, that this section 96 is only a formality and that the development will proceed.

   The DA/1001/2013/D is not visible on the site. DA/1001/2013/C is the latest that is shown on the council site.

   There is no report provided on the impact of increase traffic and the management of residents permanently parking on Park Ave.

   How does Hornsby council propose to manage the over crowding of the Park Ave in particular during the winter football season?

   As part of the rezoning of Park Ave and Balmoral street it was required that a green corridor be provided to retain and encourage the local animals to remain.

   How does the changes to this development addressed the provision of the the green corridor?

   How do the changes of this development tie into the overall strategy for providing a green corridor for Park ave and Balmoral street?

   The estimated costs of the development seem excessively low for a 90 block development at an average of just over $200,000 per apartment. In fact in 2013, when the original DA was submitted for 72 units the cost of the development was stated as $19,675,176.00. In 2016 the increase to 90 units the construction cost is stated as the same. Considering this developer is currently selling apartments in Park Ave and Balmoral street averaging at about $800,000. It could possibly be $72 million bonanza for the developer. The additional revenue from the extra apartments may almost cover the cost of the whole development.

   Have the developers quoted the correct amount?

   There could be money that the council is missing out on. Money that can be used to look after our beautiful bush shire. Money that can be used instead of increasing the rates of the local residents to cover the costs of additional works to upgrade streets required to cope with the additional traffic and parking. Fixing up of streets damaged by the heavy trucks and machinery using the streets. Providing additional parks and playgrounds for the extra residents.

   In 2015 a tree on this site fell and damaged the road in Park lane. 2016 and the road is still not repaired. Developcorp have still not repaired the road and made it safe for cars and pedestrians. They have not filled the hole properly. They have left debris laying about on the edge of the road. The flimsy wire mesh fence is precariously placed on the uneven and unstable surface.

   Is there a reason why the developer hasn't repaired the road and made it safe for cars and pedestrians? It is impossible for cars to pass and it is dangerous for pedestrians to walk. In this time the same developer has completed 3 large developments and is in the process of starting another 2 large projects in Park ave and Balmoral street but they are unable to repair and make safe the streets that are used by community.

   Park Lane is a major thoroughfare for school children and residents going to local schools and the station. Developcorp have already commenced work on the site with a deep excavation at least 10-15m deep. Such a dangerous site should be completely secure with no possible access for the public to enter the site. However the site has numerous points in its perimeter fencing with holes large enough for adults to easily pass through. There would be no effort for a young inquisitive child to easily gain access to the site and get injured or even fall to their death.

   Developcorp show no responsibility or duty of care for the local community. It is concerning the Hornsby Council rangers, who constantly monitor the surrounding area, have not picked this up. Even if Developcorp are using a private certifier to monitor the development, it should be the councils concern that the local community is kept safe at all times. Should a person or child be seriously injured or killed before Delevlopcorp are made to take responsibility of their works.

   It is a major requirement of any development or building works that the developer, builder or owner is responsible to provide and maintain sediment control barriers. Developcorp have not provided sufficient sediment control barriers to the existing storm water drain in front of the site. They have only provide 2 small damaged sand bags that do not collect or filter debris coming from the site. It is concerning that this lack of site maintenance will lead to the storm water drain getting blocked. Similar to the storm water drain in front of the recently completed development at 40-42a Park Avenue which is another development by Developcorp.

   Other areas that Developcorp have failed on their requirements of properly managing their site and construction works.

   The site fencing located on Park Ave encroaches on the footpath, making the path narrow and making it difficult to walk on. The footpath is badly damage with serious trip hazards which pedestrians being of serious risk of being injured. The grass verge is not maintained, with grass shin high and littered with rubbish from the site and empty food and drink containers making it dangerous to walk, in particular at night in the dimply lit street.

   The council should close down the site as it is unsafe and poses a serious risk to the local community. As there are serious issues with site safety, these concerns and issues will be forwarded on to other appropriate authorities to look into the issues from the site.

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