Indigo By Moran - 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen

The large size of this project will have a negative impact on many members of the community.
I am apposed the the size of this project building for a number of reasons;
1. Disruption to Aboriginal Burial Grounds and artefacts. Digging to such a depth that are proposed on the plans over such a large area is of great concern regarding the high likelihood of Aboriginal Burial Sites and artefacts.

In 2005, an Aboriginal Ancestral burial was accidentally exposed during cable installations on Ocean Street, Narrabeen. The skeletal remains, belonging to an adult male known as Narrabeen Man, were dated to approximately 4,000 years before present. Seventeen stone artefacts were also recovered from this burial, several of which were found imbedded in the man’s spine. This is one of the most significant sites in Sydney and has informed us of Narrabeen’s deep Aboriginal Past.

The proposed works area is approximately 30 meters from where Narrabeen Man was discovered, and within the same deep sand-body. This landscape has a high potential to contain more burials and other Aboriginal artefacts. It is therefore imperative, as recommended by GML’s (2025) Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment of the site, that further archaeological investigation be undertaken through test excavations. However, it is equally important that any excavations include the engagement of a qualified and experienced biological anthropologist or bioarchaeologist.

This person must have extensive expertise in the identification, excavation, and analysis of Ancestral remains,and work closely with the Aboriginal Community. If Aboriginal Ancestral remains or objects are identified, all measures should be taken to leave them where they have been found and provide long term conservation and protection. This also must be done in consultation with the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council who have a statutory obligation to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage. Too much has already been lost through unmitigated development. It is our responsibility as a community to protect the fragile and important final resting place of Aboriginal Ancestors, and protect what is left of Aboriginal heritage culture in the area.

2. Parking.
The proposed plans are for 149 two to three-bedroom units with only 192 car spaces and 7 visitor spaces. This is extremely inadequate and the development should be required to allow for at least 2 parking spaces per unit and provide a much larger number of visitor parking spaces. There is already a problem with limited street parking with the current residential buildings so a development this size with such limited parking will impact all local residents and, further, visitors to the beautiful beaches.
With government guidelines and policies in place to encourage greater uptake of electric vehicles, the parking plans must ensure that electric vehicles can be charged legally (and safely) within the designated parking areas.

3. Traffic congestion.
The traffic on Lagoon and Ocean Street (and the surrounding streets) is already congested. The addition of an extra 149 people and cars (potentially 300 or 400 people if each unit is filled) permanently with limited access and exit points to the building is of further concern.

4. Affordable Housing
This development does not assist with government efforts to provide affordable housing. This development provides financial rewards to developers pushing through high density living inconsistent with local government guidelines and the unique Northern Beaches area. This development is a reflection on the disgraceful policies that the NSW state government has rushed through to solve the housing crisis. Ignoring local planning and development guidelines and overdeveloping the coastal areas risks losing visitors to not only the Northern Beaches but the wholeNSW coastline which is world renowned.

Edited Version of My Submission objecting to this Development .Please disregard the previous submission as I mistakenly declared that I had made a political Donation and I Have Not.

North Narrabeen is a beautiful place lets not ruin another place for the financial gain of a select few.
This development will change the already over crowded street parking and local infrastructure.
I don't live on any of the properties that surround this development proposal, but I feel for the potential impact this would have on these properties regarding loss of natural sunlight and cooling sea breezes.
This development does not help the low income property housing shortage that i'm sure greedy developers are bending laws to obtain larger scale land usage and profit.

Much needed development for the area to help with housing needs

This is an overdevelopment for this area. It is not in keeping with the area. It will ruin the character of the area and cause traffic congestion in this area.

I wish to lodge an objection to the proposed development being progressed by Retirement by Moran (Indigo by Moran) at 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen. My objection is submitted in my capacity as an owner‐occupier residing in Ocean Street and reflects concerns relating to the scale, impact and process of the proposal.

Grounds of Objection

1. Excessive scale and out of character
The proposal for a 5–6 storey building with 149 units and extensive basement parking is significantly larger than the existing built context and out of scale with the rest of Ocean Street. Such scale risks overwhelming the coastal, open feel streetscape of Ocean Street and setting an undesirable precedent for the neighborhood.

2. Loss of light, privacy, views and character
The building’s height and bulk will block sunlight, reduce privacy and interrupt views for nearby homes. The visual dominance of such a large structure may reduce the open character of the area and impact on the “beachside village” feel of Narrabeen. It goes against the sense of space and light that makes this part of Narrabeen so special.

3. Traffic, parking and local infrastructure pressure
With its size and basement carparks, this project would bring much more traffic, both during construction and once residents move in. Ocean Street is already a busy area, and extra cars, service vehicles and visitor parking demand will make things worse for everyone living here.

4. Construction disruption and noise
A large‐scale development of this sort will generate major construction impacts, including noise, dust, vibration, heavy vehicle movements and prolonged onsite works.

In addition to the incompatibility with the existing neighborhood character, I would also like to raise serious concerns about the proposed balance of residential uses, bed numbers, and parking provision within the development.
Firstly, the planned number of residential care beds — reportedly only 10 — appears inadequate and not reflective of the growing community need for accessible and supported housing options for older residents. This limited provision suggests the proposal has been shaped more by commercial and density considerations than by genuine planning for demographic and social needs within the area.

At the same time, the proposal includes a large number of three-bedroom units, which does not align with current housing pressures. At a time when younger families and first-home buyers are struggling to access smaller, more affordable dwellings, the proposed mix appears poorly balanced and unlikely to contribute meaningfully to local housing diversity or affordability.
Finally, the development’s provision of only seven visitor parking spaces is clearly inadequate for a project of this scale and mixed-use nature. Ocean Street and surrounding roads are already under significant parking strain, and this shortfall would exacerbate congestion and parking conflicts for existing residents, visitors, and service vehicles.

Overall, the proposal fails to demonstrate that it has been planned with the real and long-term needs of the community in mind — both in terms of residential care provision and housing diversity — and does not adequately mitigate the traffic and parking impacts it will generate. From what I’ve seen and heard, there has been little genuine consultation with local residents. Many in the community feel that their concerns about height, traffic and neighbourhood character have not been properly heard or addressed.

While I recognise that providing more housing options for older Australians is a valid goal, this proposal is too large, too dense and too out of place for this part of Narrabeen and gives rise to significant adverse impacts for nearby residents, the local streetscape, amenity and character of Narrabeen. It risks permanently changing the look and feel of our neighbourhood and reducing the quality of life for existing residents. For those reasons I respectfully submit that approval should either be refused or only granted subject to substantial modifications.

Dear Planning Officer,

I wish to formally object to the proposed development to construct a six-storey building on Ocean Street Narrabeen. I am a long-term resident and owner-occupier and my objection is based on serious concerns about the scale, impact, and appropriateness of this proposal for our area.

1. Incompatible scale and breach of local height limits
Our street currently has a three-storey height limit, which is appropriate for its size, character, and location. Allowing a six-storey building would set an unacceptable precedent, completely out of scale with the surrounding environment and the established streetscape.

2. Traffic and parking congestion
Parking and traffic are already strained in this small street. Adding approximately 150 new units will significantly increase the number of vehicles entering and exiting, creating congestion, safety risks, and stress for existing residents. There are already insufficient parking spaces, and this proposal would make the situation unmanageable.

3. Noise and loss of residential amenity
The increase in vehicle and delivery traffic will substantially raise noise levels and disrupt the quiet, residential atmosphere that residents value. This street is currently a calm, family-friendly area, and such a large development would permanently alter that character.

4. Overshadowing and loss of natural light
A six-storey building will cast extensive shadows on neighbouring properties and even the beach, reducing sunlight and affecting both amenity and environmental quality. This impact is contrary to the principles of responsible coastal development.

5. Lack of genuine community support
The only parties benefiting from this proposal appear to be the developers and investors, not the residents who live here. The overwhelming sentiment among local residents is opposition, as we value the unique, low-density character of our street and community.

6. Inappropriate location for high-density housing
While I understand that Sydney faces a housing shortage, this issue should be addressed through responsible urban planning, not by overdeveloping small, already dense coastal streets. There are many other locations better suited to higher-density housing, where infrastructure and transport can support it.

For all these reasons, I urge the Council to reject this proposal and uphold the existing planning controls that protect the character, livability, and environment of our community. Please do not allow short-term profit to destroy what is one of the most beautiful and peaceful streets in the Northern Beaches.

Thank you for considering my submission.

Kind regards,
Diogo Villamur

I would love to move into this type of Independent Living complex when I retire – it is ideally located near the beach, shops and has accessible transport. I do not have any objections to the design or height and believe we need more retirement villages given the ageing population. It would free up homes for younger families.

Please find my submission attached.

To whom it may concern,

I’m writing in support of the proposed Indigo by Moran development at 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen. My support comes from both a community perspective and a personal one. This project represents exactly the kind of opportunity my parents — and many others like them — need to downsize locally, free up the value tied up in their home, and maintain a comfortable lifestyle close to family.

Supporting older residents to stay local

My parents have lived on the Northern Beaches for a decade and have built their lives, friendships, and family connections here. Like many in their generation, the majority of their financial security sits in their home. Projects like Indigo by Moran provide a way for people like them to unlock some of that equity, move into purpose-built housing that meets their needs, and stay within the community they’ve helped shape.

Having the option to downsize locally — instead of being forced to relocate away from family and friends — is hugely valuable. It helps older residents remain connected to their children, grandchildren, and social networks, which is proven to have significant positive effects on health, happiness, and longevity.

Flow-on benefits to families and the wider community

When older homeowners can access the equity in their home, it doesn’t just benefit them — it benefits the whole family. For my parents, releasing this equity would help:

Support their living and healthcare costs as the cost of living continues to rise.

Contribute to the wellbeing of their extended family, including helping younger generations with education, housing, and everyday expenses.

Reduce the emotional and physical burden of maintaining a large family home.

It’s an outcome that improves financial security and family stability across multiple generations — something that’s becoming increasingly important as housing affordability pressures grow.

Why Indigo by Moran is a good fit

Indigo by Moran isn’t a typical development. It’s designed specifically for older residents, with the right mix of comfort, accessibility, and social engagement. The inclusion of 24/7 carers, health and wellness spaces, and community facilities means my parents — and others like them — could continue to live independently with peace of mind, knowing support is on hand when needed.

The Moran Group has a strong reputation for creating high-quality, caring, and well-managed communities. Their projects, such as Mark Moran Vaucluse and Hyegrove Willoughby, demonstrate they deliver on both design and resident experience.

Economic and community positives

Projects like this also make sense from a broader perspective:

They free up family homes for younger families in the area.

They create local jobs during construction and ongoing operations.

They revitalise existing sites — in this case, one already used for seniors living — without putting pressure on new greenfield land.

Final thoughts

I believe Indigo by Moran will provide my parents, and others in similar situations, the opportunity to downsize without leaving their community, access the value they’ve built up over a lifetime, and continue to live with independence and dignity. It’s a forward-thinking project that balances individual, family, and community benefit.

I strongly support the approval of this development and encourage Council and the Department of Planning to see the long-term social and economic value it will bring to Narrabeen and the broader Northern Beaches area.

I have lived in an apartment on Ocean Street for almost 9 years and in that time I have come to realise the traffic on Ocean Street has become alot more heavier. This is so high that I need to close my sliding doors otherwise I cannot speak on my phone or hear my television. With all these new apartments in this proposed complex the traffic will be horrendous!

6 storeys is absolutely insane in that spot. I am all for affordable housing and aged care facilities but building 6 storeys high is just greed. We already can’t park anywhere and it’s a nightmare street to get out of and it’s all low rise. Allowing this to go through sets a dangerous precedent for future projects. We must protect our neighbourhood and environment. I strongly oppose this development.

I think it is a wonderful thing - it frees up larger houses for those who need them and bring the elderly into a community environment - which we know is better for everyone, but particularly our older population for whom loneliness is a major issue - and contributor to faster ageing.

Yes, it is big, yes, it is the first building in the area of this height, no, it is not particularly “sympathetic” to the current surrounds - BUT - the build will be high quality and tasteful - not a Meriton square block of bleakness.

And we can no longer ignore the crisis that housing has become in Sydney. And in particular, the Northern Beaches. We live in a beautiful part of the world, who are we to not allow others to do the same.

The beach will still be the same distance from where you are now. Your favourite cafe isn’t going anywhere, Woolies will still be standing, and the lake will still fill with sand and the diggers will still move it all back down to Collaroy.

Change is hard and scary, that doesn’t mean we don’t let it happen.

I am worried about the traffic that is going to come onto ocean street, there is already a lot of traffic
Why do the norfolk pine trees need to be removed on both sides of the property - we should be keeping these
Parking issues, there is already no parking around this building and where are these extra cars going to go, a lot of people don't always use their garages.

I note that only 7 visitor parking spaces are to be available for 149 units.Current parking in Ocean and Lagoon Streets and all surrounding streets is virtually non-existent due to local demand.This project will significantly impact traffic and parking in the local area.Such impacts increase safety issues for the neighbourhood especially for our children.

Dear Secretary DPHI,

I wish to formally object to SSD-76220734- 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen.

I live in Narrabeen and my family also live adjacent to the southern boundary of the proposed development site and am concerned about its potential impact on my family home and the broader neighbourhood.

1. Overshadowing and loss of privacy
The proposed building is excessive in heritage and footprint. It will cast significant shadow of my family’s property, reducing natural light and affecting the amenity of the home. The upper level balconies overlooking the property will create visual intrusion significantly compromising residential privacy. This is inconsistent with the principles outlined in the Residential Flat Design Code, which emphasises the importance of protecting and the privacy of adjoining properties.

2. Parking and Traffic Impact
Lagoon Street is a residential area already experiencing a high parking demand And the addition of 149 residential units will significantly increase traffic and parking pressure. This will cause increased congestion, safety concerns, and reduced access accessibility to homes in the area. These concerns mirror those raised during the planning and exhibition phases of the indigo by Moran development, where community members highlighted the lack of adequate transport planning and consultation. The current proposal appears to repeat these oversights risking long-term strain on local infrastructure and diminishing the livability of the area.

3. Height, Scale and Visual Impact
The proposed building is excessive in both height and overall scale, especially in the context of the surrounding low rise residential character of Lagoon Street. It’s bulking massing dominant the streetscape, creating a stark visual contrast that undermine the established aesthetic and sense of place. The development represents as overbearing and intrusive, diminishing the visual amenity and altering the character of the neighbourhood.

I respectfully request that the department consider these concerns raised and reassess the proposal considering its impact on the neighbourhood, local infrastructure and the character of the area. I’m extremely concerned of the impact this will have on the area and community now and in the future. I believe a more balanced and community-sensitive approach is needed to ensure that future development enhances, rather than diminishes, the quality of life in Narrabeen.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback.

I support this project

I strongly object to the project due to the following reasons:
- The project is very out of keeping with the local environs, and massively out of scale. The majority of residences in the streets are 1-2 storey high. The project is very out of scale to current zoning regulations.
- The parking, especially for guests is very inadequate. There are only 7 visiting car spaces for 149 units. It is already difficult for street parking in the area and would become impossible, especially in Summer.
- The street traffic would overwhelm the streets.
- There has been inadequate consultation by Moran. I live in Lagoon Street and the only information I received were sales orientated brochures, not full disclosure of the proposed development.
- There is no provision for low cost housing.

Subject: Concerns Regarding Proposed Housing Development at 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen NSW 2101

To the NSW Government and honourable members,

I am writing to express my significant concerns regarding the proposed plans for the new housing complex at 156 Ocean street Narrabeen NSW 2101. Let me state from the outset that I support the need for new housing in our community. However, for this project to be successful and sustainable, it must be designed in a way that respects the existing character and scale of the neighbourhood.

The current proposal, as I understand it, does not achieve this. The building's proposed height and density are not in keeping with the established development pattern of our community.

A fundamental principle of good planning is that new development should be contextually appropriate. The prevailing building height throughout our area is a maximum of three storeys. Approving a project that exceeds this scale would set a problematic precedent, undermine the community's existing character, and could negatively impact the amenity of adjacent properties through issues of overshadowing and overlooking.

Therefore, I strongly urge the committee to require that the plans be revised to limit the building height to a maximum of three storeys. This would bring the project into line with the surrounding community, making it a harmonious addition rather than an intrusive one.

Thank you for considering my perspective on this important matter.

Sincerely,

John Rogers
169 Ocean Street Narrabeen

Dear Secretary
I Object to the proposed development SSD-76220734 – 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen.
I own an apartment at 144 Ocean Street only 150 metres to the south.

LOCAL AREA INCOMPATIBILITY
The size of this development is totally out of place for its location only one street from the beach and is not in keeping with other developments in the local area.

TRAFFIC
The location of this oversized development is a suburban street with only one lane in each direction. The increase in size and number of occupants will adversely affect local traffic which is already under strain.

PARKING
It is already extremely difficult to find parking on Ocean St and other local streets. The number of occupants in the proposed development will only add to this difficulty. Being located only one street from the beach also means beach goers as well as residents compete for parking. Only 7 visitor spaces for 149 independent living units and 10 residential care beds is also highly unrealistic for an aged care development of this magnitude.

This development is not in keeping with the local area. There are no developments so close to the beach anywhere near this size. I understand we must have new developments, however this development is unsuitable due to its size, proximity to the beach and already congested traffic and parking.

I urge you to reject this proposal in its current form.