Mixed Use Development at 28 Cordeaux Street

I am lodging a formal objection to the proposed mixed‑use development at 28 Cordeaux Street. My concerns relate to significant planning impacts that will negatively affect the safety, amenity, and character of our neighbourhood.

1. Traffic and Parking Impacts
The proposal introduces 139 apartments and a 14‑storey tower, which will substantially increase traffic volumes on Cordeaux Street and surrounding roads. These streets are already under strain, and additional vehicle movements will worsen congestion, reduce road safety, and increase parking pressure. The Traffic Impact Assessment does not adequately address the real‑world conditions residents experience daily.

2. Overshadowing, Privacy and Visual Bulk
A 14‑storey building is entirely inconsistent with the existing low‑rise residential character of the area. The height and scale will cause overshadowing of nearby homes, reduce natural light, and create significant privacy loss for surrounding properties. The visual bulk is excessive and out of proportion with the neighbourhood.

3. Infrastructure Capacity
Campbelltown’s infrastructure — including roads, schools, public transport, and medical services — is already under pressure due to rapid population growth. Adding a development of this scale will further strain essential services without any clear plan for infrastructure upgrades.

4. Neighbourhood Character and Overdevelopment
The proposal represents an over‑intensification of the site. The surrounding area is predominantly low‑density residential, and introducing a high‑rise tower will fundamentally alter the established character of the neighbourhood. This type of development is better suited to areas already zoned and serviced for high‑density living.

5. Safety and Pedestrian Impacts
Increased traffic and population density will create safety risks for pedestrians, including children walking to nearby schools and parks. The proposal does not sufficiently mitigate these risks.

6. Over‑Concentration of Housing Types
While diverse housing is important, concentrating a large number of units of similar type in one location can create imbalance in the local area. A more distributed approach to housing supply would better support community cohesion and long‑term neighbourhood stability.

7. Construction Impacts
The construction of a 14‑storey building will cause prolonged noise, dust, vibration, and disruption to residents. The proposal does not adequately address mitigation measures for these impacts.

For the reasons outlined above, I request that the Department of Planning and Environment reject this proposal or require substantial redesign to ensure it aligns with the existing neighbourhood character, infrastructure capacity, and safety needs of the community.

Thank you for considering my submission.

I support the project, I believe it will significantly improve housing affordability and availability in the area.

I would however like to see the number of units and storeys significantly increased as well as units set aside for essential workers.

I am concerned of the proximity of the project to a Primary School. Will the windows look out onto the Playground?
Will you ensure that prohibited people will not be able to occupy the apartments?
Will there be restriction on photographing children from the appartments?

Please refer to the attached documents.

I lodge this submission pursuant to the public exhibition requirements under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EP&A Act).
My standing is significant due to my proximity and direct relationship to affected land uses:
• I reside at Villa 5, 42–44 Cordeaux Street, a neighbouring dwelling on the same side of the street, placing me within the immediate construction and operational impact zone.
• I am a member of St Peter’s Anglican Church, a heritage listed item that shares a boundary line with the development site.
• I am a staff member at St Peter’s Anglican College, a sensitive land use directly affected by traffic, safety, noise, overshadowing, and construction impacts.
These roles provide me with direct, site specific knowledge relevant to assessment under s.4.15 of the EP&A Act.
Please see attached PDF for extensive details regarding my opposition of this development.

I have attached my letter addressing the concerns of St Peters Anglican Grammar and St Peters Heart.