The footpath on this street is barely wide enough for a single person and so it cannot safely accommodate the volume of foot traffic that a building of this size would bring. This is a safety concern that exists today, and will only get significantly worse.

While the street is currently manageable, an apartment block will introduce a level of traffic it cannot handle. More cars, more movement, more pressure on a residential street and that creates real danger for the people who already live here.

We are also concerned about the loss of natural light to our home. Currently there is a small residential building in front of us but a building of this height would be a completely different situation and would deprive our home of the light we currently enjoy.

I am an owner at 27 Station Street West, Parramatta, and I wish to raise concerns regarding the proposed development at 33–43 Marion Street.
While I understand the need for development and housing growth in Parramatta, I believe the scale and design of this proposal will have a significant negative impact on neighbouring residents and the surrounding streetscape.
Overshadowing
The height and scale of the proposed building appear likely to result in substantial overshadowing to neighbouring buildings, including apartments and common areas at 27 Station Street West. Loss of natural sunlight would affect residents’ amenity, wellbeing and the liveability of existing homes.
Privacy
Given the proximity and height of the proposed structure, there is concern about increased overlooking into nearby apartments and balconies. This will reduce privacy for residents who currently enjoy a reasonable level of separation between buildings.
Traffic, Access and Safety
The proposed driveway access via Peach Lane is particularly concerning. Peach Lane is narrow, lacks footpaths and is already used by pedestrians. Introducing access for a large development with 189 car spaces will significantly increase vehicle movements and create safety risks for pedestrians and residents using the lane.
Construction activity will also likely cause increased noise, disruption and traffic congestion in surrounding streets.
Visual Impact and Scale
The proposed development appears large in scale compared to surrounding buildings and may negatively affect the character and visual amenity of the area. Consideration should be given to reducing the height or bulk of the project so it integrates more appropriately with neighbouring developments.
For these reasons, I respectfully request that the Department of Planning carefully review the proposal and consider the impacts on existing residents. In particular, stronger consideration should be given to building height, setbacks, traffic access arrangements and protection of neighbouring amenity.
Thank you for considering my submission.

Traffic and Noisy:
Proposed driveway for entry into parking space is from Station Lane which is extremely small and hazardous for pedestraians as there is no footpath for current residents like us and others on this lane to access their Units. Total carpark size proposed is 189 cars (Motorcycles and bicycles are additional) which is extremely high considering the size and current capacity of Station Lane.