I strongly object to the proposed six-storey apartment block in Narrabeen. I have lived in this area for nearly 60 years, and I care deeply about protecting the character and integrity of our community. This development would have a devastating impact — it is completely out of scale, out of character, and entirely inappropriate for Narrabeen.

This project would bring significant issues with parking, congestion, and infrastructure. Our local roads, parking, and public facilities are already stretched to their limits. A development of this size would overwhelm them entirely. It would also block sunlight for surrounding homes, remove native vegetation, and destroy critical wildlife habitats that have been part of this area for generations.

Narrabeen and surrounding areas do not have the capacity for a development of this density. Narrabeen’s identity has always been built around its coastal charm, low-rise buildings, and strong community connection. There are no six-storey buildings in Narrabeen, and there never should be. Approving this project would set a dangerous precedent that threatens the very character of our town.

I urge council to reject this proposal in full.

I object to the scale and size of this proposal for it location. Please see attached letter.

The area can’t handle multi level development roads too small and not enough parking and school nearby

This project is against everything Narrabeen stands for
It will completely ruin the landscape as well as destroying many of the native trees
This type of development does not belong in this area
It is not even close to being in keeping with any other structure in the area
We must stop this type of greed from happening everywhere

This development is completely out of place with the Narrabeen community. Something of this magnitude will change the urban landscape for the worse & set a precedent for future developments.

Why is this classified as seniors housing? Is this attempting to masquerade as age care? What is the average price of an apartment?

Submission attached

Submission of Objection

To: The Secretary, NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure


Re: Objection to SSD-76220734 – Indigo by Moran, 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen

I am writing to formally object to the proposed State Significant Development (SSD-76220734) at 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen – “Indigo by Moran.”

I reside at 140 Lagoon Street, Narrabeen, which is the street adjacent to the proposed development site. I have a direct and ongoing connection to the local area and use Ocean Street and Lagoon Street daily. The scale and nature of the proposed project will have significant and unacceptable impacts on the surrounding residential area, traffic network, and coastal environment.



My specific objections are outlined below under relevant planning considerations:

1. Incompatibility with Local Character and Planning Controls

The proposed six-storey (approximately 21m high) building is grossly inconsistent with the existing built form and low-scale coastal character of Narrabeen.
The surrounding neighbourhood consists primarily of one- to three-storey residential buildings, small shops, and low-density dwellings that reflect the established coastal village setting.
The proposal’s bulk, height and density are inconsistent with the Northern Beaches Local Environmental Plan (LEP) and Development Control Plan (DCP) objectives for this area, which seek to maintain a low-rise coastal environment.
The design does not appropriately transition in scale to surrounding properties, causing visual dominance and an intrusive built form
The development would fundamentally alter the character of the Narrabeen peninsula and set a precedent for future high-rise developments along the coastline, undermining long-term strategic planning objectives.
2. Unsuitability of Site and Environmental Impacts

The site is unsuitable for a development of this scale given its coastal location, flood risk, and proximity to both the lagoon and the beach.

The proposed footprint and excavation are likely to impact natural drainage and groundwater conditions, increasing flood and erosion risks.
The scale of the structure will lead to significant overshadowing of nearby properties and public spaces.
Reflectivity and bulk of the façade may impact the visual amenity of the coastline and public domain, contrary to the objectives of the Coastal Management Act 2016.
3. Traffic, Parking and Accessibility Impacts

Traffic and parking impacts have been underestimated and will directly affect residents of Lagoon Street, Ocean Street, Octavia Street and Loftus Street.

Only 178 on-site parking spaces are proposed for 149 units and staff, which is inadequate for residents, visitors, and service vehicles.
Overflow parking will inevitably occur on surrounding streets, further congesting already limited residential parking in Lagoon Street and neighbouring areas.
Additional vehicle movements generated by residents, deliveries, and support services will increase traffic volume and congestion on the narrow and constrained local road network.
This will exacerbate existing pedestrian safety risks, particularly for children and beachgoers who frequently use Ocean and Lagoon Streets.
The proposal does not adequately address clause 101 of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021, which requires developments to demonstrate acceptable traffic and transport impacts.

4. Failure to Meet Seniors Housing Planning Principles

While the proposal is lodged as “seniors housing,” it functions more as a high-end luxury apartment complex than a genuinely accessible or inclusive seniors living development.

Only 10 assisted-living beds are provided, which fails to meet the intent of Clause 33(2)(b) of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Housing for Seniors or People with a Disability) 2004.
The pricing and configuration of apartments are inconsistent with providing genuine housing diversity or affordability for older residents in the community.
This indicates the proposal does not align with the strategic intent of seniors housing policy and instead represents a commercial overdevelopment.

Conclusion

For the reasons outlined above, the proposed development is inappropriate in height, scale, and intensity for its location and fails to satisfy key planning objectives relating to character, environmental protection, traffic safety, and genuine seniors housing provision.

I respectfully request that the Department refuse SSD-76220734 – Indigo by Moran, 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen, or require significant reduction in height, density, and site coverage to ensure compatibility with the surrounding community and environment.



Sincerely,

Samantha Shallis

140 Lagoon Street

Narrabeen NSW 2101

1. Inconsistent building character
2. Inadequate parking and traffic impact
3. Exploitation of planning permissions