Rosebery Seniors Living Development

The traffics are terrible on the turns to Epsom Rd, it takes forever to turn to Epsom Rd and go to the city direction. especially with the new Meriton buildings finishing up, more people and cars crowded the area already. Please no more instructions and population. I believe it’s beyond what this area can take. Also, Rosebery is known for modern young suburb with famous cafes and restaurants, senior house doesn’t seems to be the right fit for the vibe.

This project is good in principal. However it will add a significant traffic burden on to Dalmeny Ave. There is currently a private driveway on the proposed site that connects Rosebery and Dalmeny Avenues. In addition to the pedestrian walk through, this should be turned into a small 2-way laneway with no parking to allow residents of Kimberly Estate, the Meriton, the Galara St apartments, Jolyn Place and the Baniling St apartments to have a thoroughfare to Rosebery Ave and on to Rothschild/Botany Rd/the Inner West; or for left turn access to Epsom Rd. This would significantly reduce pressure on the intersection of Dalmeny and Epsom, making it easier for residents and for the future workers/visitors to the residential care site. It will also make it safer for the elderly residents by removing some of the traffic flowing to Epsom, where I imagine they will go for public transport access.

It would need to be accompanied by a pedestrian crossing across, and traffic calming speed bumps on, Rosebery Ave to improve safe acess to shops for the centre residents (this should be added regardless of anything else as there are often cars speeding at the widest section of the road around Confectioner's Way later in the evening).

I don't know if it is under consideration but I would not recommend opening Dalmeny Avenue at Kimberly Grove, as that will open the street to significant pass-through traffic from Gardiners Rd to Epsom Rd and make the street less safe.

I would like to object this project due to the following reasons:

1. Dalmeny Ave in this address does not have any street towards Rosebery Ave, and the only traffic exit from Dalmeny Ave will be towards Epson Road. This will cause traffic jams, accidents and significant delays for driving in Dalmeny Ave towards Epson Road.
2. Also there is already not street parking or very limited in Dalmeny Ave and Rosebery Ave. So this project will make much more difficult to drivers to find a parking spot and make it more chaotic driving in Dalmeny Ave and Rosebery Ave towards Epson Road. This situation is based on the proposal in regards to building 192 car spaces with access and exit of cars towards Dalmeny Ave.
3. There is not relevant and new green areas along Dalmeny Ave and Rosebery Ave towards Epson Road. There are many families living in this area with young kids with no much playground and green areas to relax. Note that there is a called Kimberley green area next to Kimberley State but it is hidden and not safe enough, there were reported incidents in that vicinity.
4. NSW state will have to be in front of further expenses for safety and road infrastructure.

I will recommend to make new building in a place with less cars circulations, to facilitate a peaceful living within the community and reduce any significant problems in the vicinity.

Objection to Proposed Height of New Development Due to Road Congestion, Privacy, Light, and Infrastructure Concerns/ Aplication # SSD-49320959/ 22-40 Rosebery Avenue & 108 Dalmeny Avenue

Attention Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure,

I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed height and other issues for the new development at 22-40 Rosebery Avenue, Rosebery, NSW. 2018. While I understand the need for development, this proposal raises several significant concerns that must be addressed:

Privacy: The height of the buildings will overlook neighboring properties, significantly reducing the privacy of current residents. The higher vantage point will allow occupants of the new building to see into homes and gardens, intruding on the personal space of existing community members.
1. In their ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT STATEMENT stated: E4.15.2 Residential Care Facility The individual rooms and communal areas have been designed to maximise the outlook on the surrounding landscape while providing privacy and dignity to all residents. Ironically, these individuals can have their privacy and dignity, but the adjacent neighbours are going to lack privacy if this development goes ahead.
2. EIS Stated 4.15.1 Independent Living Units Both internal and external facing units maximise views of the communal courtyard and tree-lined streetscapes beyond. Ironically, the adjacent neighbours will have the views of brick walls, not views of sky light or tree lined as they are going to knock down 33 trees that at the present time can give shape and privacy to the rest of the neighborhood.
3.EIS stated 4.15.2 Residential Care Facility The individual rooms and communal areas have been designed to maximise the outlook on the surrounding landscape while providing privacy and dignity to all residents. screened terraces that overlook the central courtyard while providing semi private spaces for individuals or small groups to sit in the sun. Each suite has a generously proportioned and thoughtful window, allowing for ample daylight, a view to the outside world, and natural ventilation. Ironically, the buildings surrounding the new development are not going to be able to sit in the sun in their own private space due to lack of sun and daylight without any view to the outside world and natural ventilation caused by the new development.

Road Congestion: The additional height and resulting increased number of tenants will exacerbate existing traffic congestion in the area. The current road infrastructure is already struggling to handle the volume of traffic, and further densification without corresponding improvements to the road network will lead to severe congestion, negatively impacting both residents and businesses.
Pedestrian Safety: The proposal to add a new road for pedestrian/bike/vehicule is inadequate in terms of width. The proposed narrow road will not provide sufficient space for vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles, with more space, there would be less likelihood of collisions and more room for pedestrians and cyclists, thereby enhancing overall safety for all road users, also ensures that emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks, ambulances, and police cars, can navigate quickly and efficiently.

This new development casts longer shadows, which can severely limit the amount of natural light reaching adjacent properties. This can lead to a gloomy environment and negatively affect the quality of life for existing residents, as well as potentially harming local flora due to reduced sunlight. Also the new development, if it reaches the proposed height, would significantly affect the property values of current residents who purchased several million-dollar apartments and penthouses, with the understanding that there was a height limit in Rosebery Avenue.

The development in question is intended to provide high-quality homes and care for older adults. However, it has come to light that the developer is attempting to exceed the maximum building height stipulated by the SLEP 2012. The plan is to allocate these units to wealthy older Australians. Unfortunately, the developer is exploiting this arrangement to justify increasing the height of the buildings and the size of the units, aiming to maximize profits by selling these units for millions of dollars. The proposed development features some three-bedroom units, which clearly do not align with the downsizing needs of older adults. Typically, this demographic is looking for smaller, more manageable living spaces, often with one or two bedrooms, to simplify their lifestyle and reduce maintenance requirements.

This approach shows a blatant disregard for the existing residents of the area, who will be highly negatively impacted by the development’s excessive height equivalent to almost 9 metres higher than the SLEP. I would like to point out that a significant proportion of these residents are also older adults who deserve the same quality of life that the development aims to provide for all its residents.

CONCLUSION: In this submission we are strongly requested to maintain the maximum building height under the SLEP 2012. The central portion of the site is afforded a maximum building height of 12m under the SLEP 2012 whilst the northern and southern portions of the site are subject to a maximum building height of 25m and 22m, respectively. REJECT the development proposal made pursuant to the Housing SEPP, which affords a maximum building height of 15.8m. The northern and southern portions of the site are subject to maximum heights of 28.8m and 25.8m, respectively, in accordance with clause 87(2)(c). A wider proposed road that will provide sufficient space for vehicles, pedestrians, and bicycles and will reduce the likelihood of collisions, also considering future urban expansion and increased traffic volumes, a wider road would better accommodate growth and prevent the need for costly modifications later on.

In light of these issues, I urge the planning committee to reconsider the approval of the proposed height for the new building. It is crucial that any development prioritises the well-being and safety of current and future residents, maintaining a balance between growth and the quality of life.

Thank you for considering my submission.

I would like to raise concerns related to traffic on Dalmeny Avenue currently and how this 2 years building project and subsequent 191 car parking spaces will impact an already difficult situation.
- As Dalmeny Avenue can only be exited through Epsom Road, at peak hours the traffic is very dense in both directions.
- currently the no parking 7am-9am near the traffic light at the corner of Epsom is not followed. There are cars prked there every morning and the queue to the traffic light is often all the way to where Dalmeny Avenue is cut off (near Kimberley grove). The congestion will not be helped by neither the construction, nor the near 200 new users afterwards.
- furthermore, as demonstrated on epsom with the current development, the construction will cause the road to be not only congested with heavy construction vehicles, but also very damaged by those. The state of the road on Epsom road currently is testament.
- also to be noted a brand new Meriton development exactly opposite Dalmeny Avenue on epsom road will also increase the traffic for the foreseeable future.
I would like to see some solutions proposed to ease the traffic on Dalmeny Avenue as it seems a number of units (100s if not 1000s) built since a decision was made to close Dalmeny Avenue towards Gardeners road. Maybe reopening Dalmeny, maybe opening a new road through, as opposed to a simple lane way (which is already provided opposite Galara Street).

Looking forwards to feedback on my concerns.
Kind regards,
Stephanie Spencer

I object to the project.

I urge the council to reconsider this project in light of the potential negative impacts on safety, community stability, and overall harmony. Alternative locations or smaller-scale developments might better serve the needs of seniors without compromising the well-being of our existing community.

Hi there, I am writing to express my strong objection to the proposed senior living project in Rosebery.

As a resident of Rosebery, I have deep concerns about the potential impact of this project on our community. While I understand the need for senior living facilities, I believe that the proposed location is inappropriate for several reasons.

Firstly, the proposed site is located in close proximity to residential areas, which could lead to increased traffic congestion and parking issues. This could disrupt the peaceful residential character of our neighborhood and pose safety concerns for both residents and pedestrians.

Secondly, the project fails to adequately address environmental concerns. The construction of such a facility could result in the loss of green spaces and habitats for local wildlife, further exacerbating the environmental challenges already facing our area.

Additionally, there are safety concerns regarding the proposed project. With increased traffic in the area, especially near residential zones, there is a heightened risk of accidents and potential harm to pedestrians, including children and seniors.

Furthermore, it appears that the proposed project has not undergone sufficient consultation with the local community. As a resident, I feel that my voice has not been adequately heard in the decision-making process, and I urge you to reconsider the approval of this project.

I respectfully request that you take my objections into consideration and reassess the suitability of the proposed senior living project in Rosebery.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

I live in Kimberley Estate, which includes 799 apartments and a childcare centre. There are multiple recent residential developments consisting of high-rise residential buildings on both sides of the street all exiting onto Dalmeny Avenue. Due to high density of the area there is constant high traffic on Dalmeny Avenue, in particular around 108 Dalmeny Avenue, which is close to the traffic light onto Epsom Road. Due to high volume of cars and no pedestrian crossing, there are already safety concerns about crossing Dalmeny Avenue.
As part of the Rosebery Seniors Living development 2 levels of parking totalling 192 car spaces accessed from Dalmeny Avenue is proposed. This will heavily impact the traffic and increase the risk of street crossing.
In overall, the infrastructure around Dalmeny Avenue does not have enough public transport to cover additional residents.
Please consider the current circumstances prior to commencing the development.
Thank you

The area is becoming too busy and crowded with all the development projects happening around.

The existing road infrastructure is already struggling to handle the current traffic volume, particularly during peak hours. Adding a large number of new residents will exacerbate this problem, leading to severe congestion.

Increased traffic can lead to higher risks of accidents, especially in areas near schools, parks, and residential zones. Pedestrian and cyclist safety is a significant concern that has not been adequately addressed in the development plans.

While development is necessary, it should not come at the cost of the current residents' quality of life and the overall functionality of our community.

The suburb CAN NOT handle more traffic and high density housing

I live on Dalmeny Avenue which is becoming a very busy street with all of the development happening at the Epsom Road end and multiple workers looking for parking on a daily basis, it is becoming dangerous to pedestrians and very noisy, I have seen some near misses with pedestrians and cars. I would like to propose that the entrance to this development is placed on Rosebery Avenue and not Dalmeny Avenue, as this road doesn’t need more traffic and with the largest housing estate traffic it will be impossible for people to turn out into the avenue, it is already a challenge and there are so many families with young children so it is potentially dangerous if there are ambulances and all the additional vehicles coming and going. Rosebery avenue is a main road with more movement of traffic and it makes sense to have the main entrance accessing this road. Please consider this seriously as we do not need the hazards and noise of more traffic on Dalmeny Avenue. I am in support of the development however do not support the entrance and access from
Dalmeny Avenue. Please reassess this. Thank you.

The residents within the Kimberley Grove community have already been severely impact by all the traffic and roadworks that are going on in the area. I have been living in Rosebery since 2006 and since the building developments have started, traffic and human congestion has significantly increased, litter has significantly increased and the overall quality of community life decreased. The place is full of take away delivery drivers, Ubers, cars and people carelessly crossing roads

Epsom road has now become a digging ground for utilities and the holes on the road are continuing to increase. The 306 bus (the only bus close to the Kimberley estate) is now becoming more and more congested every morning. With this new development there are discussions that the cul-de-sac will be opened up to allow traffic flow - a huge burden on residents that have lived in Kimberley Estate for decades and one of the reasons why they have stayed there for so long - due to the low traffic and peace that encompasses the estate. It makes me extremely sad seeing a close-knit community living in peace now being broken up due to developer greed and continuing to build in already heavily congested areas.

We do not need any more residential or corporate developments in the area. You will continue to drive long-term existing residents out of Rosebery and decrease the quality of life in the suburb. Soon the prized houses near the golf courses will be taken over and the park at the southern end of Kimberley Estate will also be developed. The only developments we need in the area are more parks and public spaces. Not buildings.

I am writing to express my full support for the proposed Rosebery Seniors Living Development. My family and I wholeheartedly approve of this development, recognising the critical need for senior living facilities, especially given the significant growth in the Rosemary area and the surrounding suburbs such as Zetland and Green Square.

We acknowledge the necessity for such developments to accommodate our growing senior population, and we fully support the proposal to increase the building height if required. Providing adequate and quality living spaces for seniors is essential, and the proposed development aligns well with this objective.

However, I would like to highlight a few areas for potential improvement:

1. Bicycle Parking: The current proposal for five bicycle parking spaces seems inadequate considering the scale of the development. With the rise in bike lane installations and the increasing popularity of cycling as a mode of transport, especially among workers, it is crucial to future-proof the development by incorporating more bicycle parking spaces. This would not only cater to the current demand but also encourage sustainable and healthy commuting practices.

2. Pedestrian Crossing: I propose adding an extra pedestrian crossing on Rosebery Avenue, opposite the building and running across to the bus stop. The current crossing distance is quite long in certain areas, and an additional crossing would greatly enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility, particularly for seniors who may have mobility challenges.

The architectural design and the use of local colours inspired by Aboriginal heritage are commendable. The overall aesthetics and thoughtful integration with the local environment are impressive and appreciated. This design should be the standard for other buildings in the city & in New South Wales.

In summary, my family and I fully support the Rosemary Seniors Living Development. We believe it is a vital addition to our community, addressing the urgent need for senior housing. We urge the council to consider the suggestions regarding bicycle parking and pedestrian crossing to further enhance the project’s overall functionality and accessibility.

Thank you for your attention to these matters. We look forward to the positive impact this development will have on our community.

Sincerely,

Robert Wood

I couldn't help but noticing the Rosebery area is really overdeveloped and very cramp in the last 10 years. The idea of building another new six buildings (up to eight storeys) for seniors people just does not add up. Definitely it is not the right area as Rosebery, Zetland, Alexandria are close to CBD and fit for the young family living not for the seniors. Transports and infrastructure such as hospitals are not next door and best to develop this project in area like Randwick or eastern suburb area.