Some planning applications attract considerably more community interest than others. In 2016 hundreds of people in the local community opposed the loss of a historic Sydney building. Their efforts succeeded in saving this building, their much loved hotel, due in no small part to their comments on PlanningAlerts.
However you probably would not have heard about this application unless you lived nearby.
Now we bring you the trending applications so you can see what people find most popular or contentious. This page shows you the top 20 recent applications from across Australia that people have made the most comments on.
Commercial - demolition of the existing structures and tree removal. Construction of a three (3) storey mixed use development comprising two (2) levels of basement car parking, commercial premises on the ground floor and 82 residential apartments on the upper floors - Re-notified due to design changes and updated technical reports
Residential - construction of an additional dwelling to create a dual occupancy (existing dwelling to remain) and subdivision - strata title - two (2) lots - re-notified due to amended description
A mixed-use development comprised of the: * Use of land for the purpose of Place of Assembly (Library) * Use of land for the sale of liquor * Construction of buildings and works comprised of six (6) buildings ranging in height between 4-28 storeys plus two (2) basement levels containing a Library, Retail Premises (nine (9) shops and a supermarket), an eight (8) storey Office building, 660 dwellings and associated car parking; * A reduction in the car parking requirement, as shown on the plans accompanying the application.
Development of a Medical Centre
Demolition of existing buildings, and the construction of a 10 storey building above basement levels consisting of a place of assembly (function centre), office, retail premises, cafe, bar and restaurant and dwellings.
Demolition of a heritage building and construction of a development comprising 255 dwellings, use of the land for retail premises and a child care centre, a reduction of the standard car parking requirement and alteration of access to a road in a Road Zone, Category 1
Residential - demolition of dwelling house, consolidation of lots, construction of multi dwelling housing and Subdivision - Strata title - eight (8) lots
Demolition of existing structures and construction of a part 5 and part 16 storey mixed use development with two tower elements comprising ground and first floor commercial with boarding house above comprising 142 boarding rooms and a Manager’s room, two levels of basement car parking, landscaping and associated works (variation to building height of the RLEP 2012).
Tree Removal
Property Alignment Levels Application - Demolition of existing structures and construction of a residential flat development containing 27 units and basement carparking
On Thursday, 17/09/2020, a big trunk of gum tree falled down, nearly hitted people, blocked our gate. I have trouble to drive in and out of the gate, cause two big gum trees growing along both sides of the gate, leaves a tiny space to get in and out. Our neighbours are concerning about their safety because the trees are getting bigger and taller, may fall on their house , and also so much leaves get into their pool. That why for the safety of public and our family, we are asking for these two gum trees be removed. Thanks
Subdivision creating 49 residential lots, five residue lots and one stormwater management lot including new road and demolition
Removal of Tree 1- Angophora costata (smooth-barked apple) tree, Tree 2- Jacaranda mimosifolia tree, Tree 3- Eucalyptus botryoides (bangalay) tree, Tree-4 Eucalyptus botryoides (bangalay) tree. All trees are located at the rear of the property.
Construction of four dwellings
Construction of two (2) dwellings on a lot
Removal of 1 x Jacaranda mimosifolia tree located at the front of the property.
Material Change of Use Code Assessment Multiple dwelling and Short-term accommodation (5 units)
Development of the land for five (5) triple storey dwellings, one (1) double storey dwelling and alteration of access to a Category 1 Road
The tree located at the front left side of the property is too close to the property and is causing obstruction at the location of the electrical underground power feed from the street mains to the dwelling. The tree is too close to the property and branches are overhanging the roof and gutter which limbs a bushfire safety concern.
Material Change of Use - Development Permit for Food & Drink Outlet, Office, Service Industry, Low Impact Industry, Medium Impact Industry, Warehouse and Transport Depot
