I note that only 7 visitor parking spaces are to be available for 149 units.Current parking in Ocean and Lagoon Streets and all surrounding streets is virtually non-existent due to local demand.This project will significantly impact traffic and parking in the local area.Such impacts increase safety issues for the neighbourhood especially for our children.

Please find my submission attached.

To whom it may concern,

I’m writing in support of the proposed Indigo by Moran development at 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen. My support comes from both a community perspective and a personal one. This project represents exactly the kind of opportunity my parents — and many others like them — need to downsize locally, free up the value tied up in their home, and maintain a comfortable lifestyle close to family.

Supporting older residents to stay local

My parents have lived on the Northern Beaches for a decade and have built their lives, friendships, and family connections here. Like many in their generation, the majority of their financial security sits in their home. Projects like Indigo by Moran provide a way for people like them to unlock some of that equity, move into purpose-built housing that meets their needs, and stay within the community they’ve helped shape.

Having the option to downsize locally — instead of being forced to relocate away from family and friends — is hugely valuable. It helps older residents remain connected to their children, grandchildren, and social networks, which is proven to have significant positive effects on health, happiness, and longevity.

Flow-on benefits to families and the wider community

When older homeowners can access the equity in their home, it doesn’t just benefit them — it benefits the whole family. For my parents, releasing this equity would help:

Support their living and healthcare costs as the cost of living continues to rise.

Contribute to the wellbeing of their extended family, including helping younger generations with education, housing, and everyday expenses.

Reduce the emotional and physical burden of maintaining a large family home.

It’s an outcome that improves financial security and family stability across multiple generations — something that’s becoming increasingly important as housing affordability pressures grow.

Why Indigo by Moran is a good fit

Indigo by Moran isn’t a typical development. It’s designed specifically for older residents, with the right mix of comfort, accessibility, and social engagement. The inclusion of 24/7 carers, health and wellness spaces, and community facilities means my parents — and others like them — could continue to live independently with peace of mind, knowing support is on hand when needed.

The Moran Group has a strong reputation for creating high-quality, caring, and well-managed communities. Their projects, such as Mark Moran Vaucluse and Hyegrove Willoughby, demonstrate they deliver on both design and resident experience.

Economic and community positives

Projects like this also make sense from a broader perspective:

They free up family homes for younger families in the area.

They create local jobs during construction and ongoing operations.

They revitalise existing sites — in this case, one already used for seniors living — without putting pressure on new greenfield land.

Final thoughts

I believe Indigo by Moran will provide my parents, and others in similar situations, the opportunity to downsize without leaving their community, access the value they’ve built up over a lifetime, and continue to live with independence and dignity. It’s a forward-thinking project that balances individual, family, and community benefit.

I strongly support the approval of this development and encourage Council and the Department of Planning to see the long-term social and economic value it will bring to Narrabeen and the broader Northern Beaches area.

I am worried about the traffic that is going to come onto ocean street, there is already a lot of traffic
Why do the norfolk pine trees need to be removed on both sides of the property - we should be keeping these
Parking issues, there is already no parking around this building and where are these extra cars going to go, a lot of people don't always use their garages.

Dear Secretary DPHI,

I wish to formally object to SSD-76220734- 156 Ocean Street, Narrabeen.

I live in Narrabeen and my family also live adjacent to the southern boundary of the proposed development site and am concerned about its potential impact on my family home and the broader neighbourhood.

1. Overshadowing and loss of privacy
The proposed building is excessive in heritage and footprint. It will cast significant shadow of my family’s property, reducing natural light and affecting the amenity of the home. The upper level balconies overlooking the property will create visual intrusion significantly compromising residential privacy. This is inconsistent with the principles outlined in the Residential Flat Design Code, which emphasises the importance of protecting and the privacy of adjoining properties.

2. Parking and Traffic Impact
Lagoon Street is a residential area already experiencing a high parking demand And the addition of 149 residential units will significantly increase traffic and parking pressure. This will cause increased congestion, safety concerns, and reduced access accessibility to homes in the area. These concerns mirror those raised during the planning and exhibition phases of the indigo by Moran development, where community members highlighted the lack of adequate transport planning and consultation. The current proposal appears to repeat these oversights risking long-term strain on local infrastructure and diminishing the livability of the area.

3. Height, Scale and Visual Impact
The proposed building is excessive in both height and overall scale, especially in the context of the surrounding low rise residential character of Lagoon Street. It’s bulking massing dominant the streetscape, creating a stark visual contrast that undermine the established aesthetic and sense of place. The development represents as overbearing and intrusive, diminishing the visual amenity and altering the character of the neighbourhood.

I respectfully request that the department consider these concerns raised and reassess the proposal considering its impact on the neighbourhood, local infrastructure and the character of the area. I’m extremely concerned of the impact this will have on the area and community now and in the future. I believe a more balanced and community-sensitive approach is needed to ensure that future development enhances, rather than diminishes, the quality of life in Narrabeen.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback.

Dear Secretary
I Object to the proposed development SSD-76220734 – 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen.
I own an apartment at 144 Ocean Street only 150 metres to the south.

LOCAL AREA INCOMPATIBILITY
The size of this development is totally out of place for its location only one street from the beach and is not in keeping with other developments in the local area.

TRAFFIC
The location of this oversized development is a suburban street with only one lane in each direction. The increase in size and number of occupants will adversely affect local traffic which is already under strain.

PARKING
It is already extremely difficult to find parking on Ocean St and other local streets. The number of occupants in the proposed development will only add to this difficulty. Being located only one street from the beach also means beach goers as well as residents compete for parking. Only 7 visitor spaces for 149 independent living units and 10 residential care beds is also highly unrealistic for an aged care development of this magnitude.

This development is not in keeping with the local area. There are no developments so close to the beach anywhere near this size. I understand we must have new developments, however this development is unsuitable due to its size, proximity to the beach and already congested traffic and parking.

I urge you to reject this proposal in its current form.

This is a well throughout project to not only provide the care seniors require as they age but it releases housing for the younger generations.

The proposed development at 156 Ocean St Narrabeen is excessive for the area. The 6 storey building height is out of character with the rest of the area where nothing is above 3 storeys. The streets surrounding the site are narrow and parking is already quite difficult. There have also been proposals to change these streets to one-way streets - an indication that traffic conditions are already excessive for the current infrastructure.
The Visual Impact Analysis also shows the shadowing that will impact houses on Ocean St, Octavia St, Lagoon St & Loftus Street. This contravenes solar access provisions of the PIttwater LEP 2014. There is also concern for privacy of residents in existing dwellings - having upper floor residents of the proposed development able to look directly into their yards.
I am not wholly opposed to the development but think the scale of it needs to be changed. 6 storeys is too high.

I object to the project.
#1 Community consultation was insignificant, only asking for comment on fixtures and fittings there were no questions allowed and the moderator became quite aggressive with her responses
#2 The height of the proposed structure is not in keeping with the local environment, there are only 3 storey unit developments locally and this is excessive, attempting to flaunt the planning laws
#3 The lack of onsite parking provided for residents and visitors and support staff meaning a loss of on street parking for locals and local beach goers
#4 Increased traffic on local streets during both construction and completion
#5 The loss of old growth Norfolk Island Palm trees for both the native fauna and destroying the known Northern Beaches ambience
#6 Construction noise in relation to the EIS noting the train tracks on the southern side? (Where's the train)
We are not Narrabeen residents but walk along the beaches every morning and this development is clearly a cash grab from Moran, it is not providing much needed affordable housing, it is removing a much needed aged care facility and domestic violence hostel. It is clearly targeted at the wealthy Northern Beached community and not providing any respite for the hard-working essential service providers in our community.