I object to this project due to the scale (6 stories) as it ruins the nature of our peninsula. My concern is also the 3 levels of concrete parking underground and therefore how do you disperse of all the drainage and stormwater???
There is a perfect building there ready to be occupied and can be renovated, why would you knock down perfectly good buildings?

Dear Sir/Madam
I object to the height of the Indigo by Moran building in Ocean St. Narrabeen. Six stories is way too high – it is a monster of a building, that looks like one of these huge cruise ships which docks up a little town and takes over the whole vista. This area is predominately single level dwellings and unit blocks of 3 stores only. I understand we need more housing, and thus multi level is now required, but I think 4 stores is more than enough for this area.
Ocean Street is already exceedingly busy (I know how hard it is turn right from Waterloo St, into Ocean street now, often waiting many minutes as they fly though at 50km/hr with no intention of slowing down) - and in the morning, several sets of lights to get out of Ocean st, onto Pittwater Road, 10/15 years ago, this was a deserted street, now it is already a major arterial road - and it cannot cope with anymore traffic. The vehicle movements that will be added by Indigo will turn Ocean st. into a carpark.
The development is all about maximising the number of units on the block, to maximise developer profits – this is evidences as there are no longer the 55 aged care beds and 35 assisted living units which was supposed to be supplied. There are no affordable housing units. Instead, Moran are supplying a miserable quantity of 10 aged care beds - in a huge complex of units filled with over 60's, and in an environment where already aged care beds are in short supply.
Moran have not enough parking spaces in Indigo - all residents know that Council parking ratios for units are under supplied, sending extra vehicles are a unit block is completed looking for street space - there should studies undertaken to determine the actual number of parking spaces Indigo should supply, so that there are not more vehicles fighting over what is already, a situation of exceedingly limited street spaces for cars.
Given most of the over 60's will be retirees - how many of these will have a caravan / motor home / boat that will need to be parked - Indigo has not supplied one space for an over 60's toy.
There is absolutely no local community benefit to this Indigo building. For local residents, there is only negatives – and quite a few of them.

With the current aged care shortage in Sydney being in the tens of thousands of places currently, and the forecast shortage to exceed sixty thousand in the next fifteen years, this proposal fills a sorely needed demand. As demand for quality aged care swiftly outpaces the available supply, families are finding it increasingly difficult to secure appropriate care for their elderly loved ones (especially close to home). This proposed development will help to reduce the current (and extensive) waiting lists and ensure that older residents can access the support they need without being forced to relocate far from their families communities. This would not only provide greater comfort and stability for so many elderly, but also relieve pressure on hospitals and home care services that are currently stretched extraordinarily thin. This proposed development will also likely generate significant social and economic benefits. More care places mean more local jobs for healthcare professionals, carers, cleaners and kitchen staff, strengthening the workforce and stimulating the NSW state economy. Additionally, modern aged care developments can be designed to foster community connection, with shared spaces and programs that bring together residents, families and volunteers. By investing in increased aged care capacity NOW, we can build a compassionate and sustainable system that respects the dignity of its older citizens and prepares us all better for the future. Thank you sincerely for acknowledging this submission.

To: NSW State Planning Team
Subject: Letter of Support – Indigo by Moran Retirement Living Proposal

6th November 2025
Dear Planning Team,
As a long-term participant in the Australian seniors living and aged care property sector, I wish to express my full support for the proposed Indigo by Moran retirement living development.
The Northern Beaches region has long faced a shortage of high-quality, well-located accommodation options that allow older residents to remain in the area they know and love. This project directly responds to that unmet need by providing thoughtfully designed, community-focused homes that promote independence, dignity, and social connection for local retirees.
The proposal also delivers clear social and economic benefits for the broader community. By enabling older residents to right-size locally, family homes are returned to the market for younger families — improving housing turnover and community balance. Importantly, the proponent’s track record of collaboration with the Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter and Bridge Housing highlights a genuine commitment to social responsibility and positive local outcomes.
I believe Indigo by Moran represents the kind of well-considered, needs-based development that strengthens the fabric of our local communities while addressing an urgent demographic challenge. I urge the Department to support its progression.
Kind regards,
Specialist In aged care

I am writing to share my support for the proposed Indigo by Moran retirement village on the Northern Beaches. I think it’s a really positive project that will benefit both older locals and the wider community.

From what I’ve seen of the plans, the design looks fantastic — modern, welcoming, and in keeping with the area. I like the greenery, open balconies, and outdoor spaces for residents and families to enjoy. The five-storey height seems totally reasonable — if anything, pretty modest compared to other Sydney developments. I know locals can get nervous about “taller” buildings, but honestly, five storeys isn’t exactly a skyscraper!

My parents have been looking for somewhere nearby to downsize for a while now, but there are hardly any retirement villages in the area with available units. They’d love to stay close to the beach and the community they’ve been part of for decades, but finding something that’s both supportive and well-designed has been nearly impossible. This development would finally give people like them a chance to stay local, while living somewhere safe, comfortable, and easy to manage as they get older. It also keeps them closer to our family, which will be so important as they get older and need more support.

I’ve also seen how much of a difference moving into a retirement village can make. My grandparents moved into similar places in other parts of Sydney, and it was life-changing for them. They’ve made new friends, have access to great facilities, and feel much more supported day to day. It’s really nice to see that kind of positive change, and I think a development like this would bring that same sense of community for elderly people to the Northern Beaches.

As a first-home buyer, I have to admit I’m also cheering this on for selfish reasons — when older residents have better downsizing options, it helps free up family homes for people like me who are trying to get a foot in the door. With how tough the housing market is right now, developments like this make a real difference for everyone, not just retirees.

Overall, I really hope this project goes ahead. It’s something the Northern Beaches genuinely needs — more retirement living options for locals, a boost to the housing supply, and a well-designed community that fits beautifully into the area.

This is a necessity due to the housing crisis. This is one of the many projects that are going to be needed to deal with the over immigration that we are experiencing at present.

1. I have taken this information from the Northern Beaches Council website today and as
the Indigo development is in Narrabeen the proposal therefore does not fit in with the new controls.

On the Northern Beaches, the new controls will apply to all residential zoned land within 800 metres walking distance of:
Balgowlah Stockland Shopping Centre
Dee Why Town Centre
Forestville Town Centre
Forestway Shopping Centre
Frenchs Forest Precinct (Warringah Road)
Manly Town Centre
Manly Vale Town Centre
Mona Vale Town Centre
Warringah Mall Shopping Centre
Following Council staff submissions, four town centres that had originally been proposed to be included in the Stage 2 Reforms have been excluded: Warriewood, Narrabeen, Newport and Belrose. 

2. The original Wesley Taylor Mission is only two storey and is appropriate for the character of this low lying beach community. Ocean street originally was surrounded by farms and weekenders.
The development by Moran is not within the development controls and is unsuitable for a coastal environment.

The Northern Beaches is one of Sydney’s most desirable places to live – beautiful, community-minded and well-connected. But for older residents, it’s becoming increasingly hard to stay in the area they love. That’s because there simply aren’t enough seniors housing options to meet local demand.

Many people who have raised families here, volunteered here, and built lifelong friendships are finding themselves priced out or forced to move away once maintaining a large home becomes too much. They don’t want to leave the surf club, the neighbours, or the local café scene — they just need housing that suits their stage of life.

Right now, downsizers on the Northern Beaches face limited choice: a few retirement villages with long waiting lists, or apartment developments that don’t necessarily cater to accessibility, social connection, or ageing-in-place needs. This imbalance isn’t just a personal issue — it’s a community one. When people can’t stay local, we lose mentors, volunteers, and grandparents who play a vital role in the social fabric of our suburbs.

More seniors housing – well-designed for ageing in place and close to local services – means people can keep living where their lives are rooted. It also frees up family homes for the next generation, easing housing pressure across the board.

In short, the Northern Beaches doesn’t just need more housing – it needs the type of purpose built housing Indigo by Moran offers.

My wife and I are interested in moving into the new Indigo Moran project to be built in Ocean Road Narrabeen as we need to move in the near future due to our age and disabilities. The Northern Beaches are desperate for the facilities Indigo Moran offer and we support their application for the proposed project.

I feel this project can only add to the community of Narrabeen. It will be an attractive addition to the suburb. As a result of this project it will provide much needed homes/units to be available to the market as people move to an alternative type of accommodation.