My husband and I are owners at 300A Burns Bay Road.
* We are concerned about the height and mass of the proposal. Given that it is on the upslope of 300A-C Burns Bay Road, it will present as towering over the buildings downslope.
* We are particularly concerned about overshadowing to the apartments at 300A-C Burns Bay Road as a result of the height of the proposal. For many apartments in the block including ours, the kitchen and bedroom windows are the sole source of direct sunlight, which is highly valued. This currently provides light and warmth (the north facing facade acts as a heat bank) to the kitchen, dining, bathroom and bedroom areas. Our concern is that overshadowing will reduce the access to sunlight, making the home dark, cold and more expensive to heat in winter.
* The concern regarding overshadowing also extends to Hughes Park, which is an important community asset. We are concerned that the overshadowing will make the park darker and less amenable.
* A further concern is privacy and overlooking. The proposal is in very close proximity to the apartments at 300A-C Burns Bay Road. This will impact the privacy that is currently afforded, and which is valued, in particular to the kitchen, dining and bedroom of north facing apartments.
* A final concern is the impact to amenity potentially generated by the proposal during construction and when occupied. Again, the proposal is in very close proximity to apartments 300A-C Burns Bay Road and impacts could be expected in terms of noise and dust on an ongoing basis during construction and occupation.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide these concerns.

I object to this massive 15 story building. Many big buildings will mean more traffic in this busy are, making it harder for us, residents to move around in this area. These buildings are almost twice the height of the existing ones, making there be a lot of view losses and privacy. This will also ruin the Lanecove character. This is an area with lots of school children living and walking around and more cars and machinary will endanger the children's life. If this massive construction begins, Hughes Park will be significantly affected as it is close to the site and not many children will be able to go there and have fun. I've lived here for about 10 years and I like the views and how it matches the Lanecove vibe. There will also be less green in the area if 300 Burns Bay Road is built. I urge you to reconsider the plan.

The excessive height of planned structure will completely block the water views from my apartment. 15 stories is twice the height of any existing structure in this area.
220+ new residences will have a huge impact on the local area which is already highly populated.
The addition of 300 car spaces will overburden an already extremely busy roadway.300 hundred spaces wont be enough for 220+residences and there is no where for cars to park on existing local streets.
The structure will completely block my existing water views and have a serious impact on the value of my unit. It will cause massive overshadow and a complete loss of the privacy of my home.
As a long term resident of 288 Burns Bay rd the devaluation of my property will be a huge loss for me.
The structure has been planned to be built to the edge of the allotted space,this will cause problems for local residents trying to access the local parks that lay below structure.
The structure is completely out of context with all buildings in the surrounding suburb and will be an ugly addition to the area. The access road is narrow and already very busy. Many people use this road and footpath to access the local parks.These parks include a children’s playground, community garden and very popular pet friendly green space. The danger that trucks will pose to local residents during excavation and construction is ridiculous.The burden these trucks will place on such narrow streets is ill conceived.
The anxiety and stress of such a construction willl have implications on my mental health,I’m 83 years of age and have enjoyed living in my home for over eight years.
This monstrosity needs serious reconsideration as it does not belong in this area.
Regards,
Valerie Gibson

I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed 15‑storey residential building at 300 Burns Bay Road. The key issues for objecting this development are:
* Excessive height - twice as tall as existing building
* Major density increases to busy area
* Traffic blowout - no new roads
* Residence impact - overshadowing neighbour properties
* Precinct impact - loss of local character
* Scary precedence
The height and scale of the development are completely out of character with the surrounding neighbourhood, where no buildings exceed six storeys. Positioned near the top of the hill, the proposed tower would dominate the skyline and appear as an oversized high‑rise in an area that has always been low‑ to mid‑rise.
The overshadowing of Hartman Hill Reserve and nearby green spaces would significantly reduce the environmental quality and amenity that residents rely on. The proposal would also increase density far beyond what local infrastructure and environmental resources can reasonably support.
As a resident of the Best Street community, I would be profoundly affected by the construction and long‑term presence of such a large structure. The development would diminish the natural beauty, character, and liveability of the area — qualities that define why people choose to live here.
For these reasons, I oppose the development and urge that it be reconsidered or substantially reduced in height and scale.

I am the owner of Unit 80, 300A Burns Bay Rd, Lane Cove. I am objecting to this project for the following reasons.
The height of the proposed structure is 15 storeys and will tower above our complex blocking northerly light to our complex and making it gloomy, colder, darker and more inclined to damp. This and the obliterated northerly view will depreciate the value of all the properties in 300A.
The addition of 220+ units all trying to exit Waterview drive to Burns Bay Rd will cause severe congestion and difficulties both at the roundabout and at the traffic lights. There will be increased time pressure stress and potentially accidents from the increase of traffic to a road infrastructue that is not designed for this. Parking is another consideration. car parking in this area is already under pressure and with additional 220 units parking will become almost impossible
For all the above reasons I object strongly to this development.
Regards Tanya Gebbie

I oppose this development due to the consequences and negative effects on the surroundings and people. It is obvious that the cons will outweigh the pros. Creating homes for 500- 1000 people is positive BUT at the cost and health of many thousands of residents that will be affected.
To endure 3 years of noise and debris then be stripped of sunlight will cause health issues for many surrounding residents,Hughes park visitors and vegetation of 300ABC. Mould issues from having no or minimal sun will cause health issues for people and pets. Who will be responsible for this? Lawsuits will follow if masses of people become ill or get mesothelioma/cancer.

People's daily lives are affected e.g the 300ABC clothing lines are on the rooftop- if no sun because your monster tall development blocks the sun, residents cannot dry any clothes outdoors. Even indoors the sun cannot get inbecause it gets blocked by the height of the new development. More mould and respiratory issues for people.

And of course all the other issues relating to traffic at peak times, loss of privacy being too close to the Towers in front. Fire hazards would be high with the close proximity of such high buildings which puts the Towers in front and behind at risk e.g London and Hong Kong fire incidents. Access by fire brigade would not be sufficient if a fire broke out on such a tall development.

It would be best for the community to keep the height low at maximum 8 levels to fit the character of the surroundings. It would be an eyesore already.
There are quality of life effects for current residents with many older people e.g in winter a neighbour brings his chair to the north of the building to read a book each morning. Plants will not get the sunlight and trees will die off thus the wildlife especially birds will not have habitats.

Parking is already an issue in the area for other buildings. It is plain stupid and greedy for the developers to have insufficient parking in the design.