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

My wife and I strongly support this project.
There is simply not enough home care or age appropriate housing on the Northern Beaches for the population.
It is impossible to get reliable home care because there are not enough staff given their wages compared to the cost of living in our part of the world. This makes living at home until true old age extremely unsafe and makes for an almost certain faster death with many extra trips to hospital that are already clogged. This is only going to get a lot worse.
This fast tracking of us into an aged care home is costly for the community when we are prepared to pay for our own accommodation and care with a project like this one.
And we do not have to leave the area we know and where we have friends, family and support like GPs and dentists.
We have a big house that we want to downsize from but we need somewhere that is safe and supportive of us. This development is perfect.
We support it 100%.

Submission in Support of Proposed Seniors Housing Development

This proposal addresses a critical and growing need within our community: the shortage of appropriate, accessible housing for older residents. Many seniors remain in long-term family homes that no longer meet their physical, social, or lifestyle needs. As these homes become increasingly difficult to maintain, residents may experience reduced quality of life, isolation, and barriers to independence. At the same time, the lack of suitable downsizing options limits housing availability for younger families seeking to establish themselves locally.

The proposed development enables older residents to “right-size” within their own community—remaining close to familiar services, friends, and support networks. By providing thoughtfully designed, age-friendly dwellings that incorporate accessibility, safety, and comfort, this project supports ageing in place and enhances long-term wellbeing.
Importantly, facilitating local downsizing has wider community benefits. Each senior household that transitions into appropriate accommodation typically releases a family-sized home back into the market, helping to ease housing pressures and promote generational renewal. This contributes to a more balanced, sustainable housing mix that reflects the needs of residents at all life stages.

Beyond its housing outcomes, the project is designed to foster social connection and inclusion. Communal spaces, landscaped areas, and proximity to local amenities encourage active participation in community life, reducing loneliness and supporting mental and physical health.

In summary, this proposal delivers a well-considered, socially responsible response to demographic change. It supports older residents to live independently and comfortably, strengthens neighbourhood cohesion, and contributes positively to housing supply and diversity across the area.

To the Secretary, DPHI,
Objection to SSD-76220734 – 156 Ocean Street Narrabeen INDIGO

I live at 1 Albemarle St Narrabeen, a block from the proposed development. I am a lifelong resident of Narrabeen and believe a 6 storey building is not in keeping with the look and feel of our beloved beachside suburb. A multi-storey quadrangle apartment building is incompatible with the planning design of the area. It is a dangerous precedent to set, which I strongly object to.
I have a young family and believe the traffic along Ocean St will become more dangerous - not only due to the construction and service vehicles but ongoing with the hundreds of new residents and their visitors.
There will also be insufficient parking, especially as the proposal does not include enough car spaces for the intended apartments. Albemarle St, Ocean St and the neighbouring cross streets are already full to the brim with beach-goers parking their cars all day in our residential streets, it will impossible to accommodate another 120+ residents and their cars and visitors.
I want to protect Narrabeen's community, residents and character and I believe this proposed development is unsafe, unsuitable, and incompatible.
Thank you