This is an overdevelopment for this area. It is not in keeping with the area. It will ruin the character of the area and cause traffic congestion in this area.

I would love to move into this type of Independent Living complex when I retire – it is ideally located near the beach, shops and has accessible transport. I do not have any objections to the design or height and believe we need more retirement villages given the ageing population. It would free up homes for younger families.

I have lived in an apartment on Ocean Street for almost 9 years and in that time I have come to realise the traffic on Ocean Street has become alot more heavier. This is so high that I need to close my sliding doors otherwise I cannot speak on my phone or hear my television. With all these new apartments in this proposed complex the traffic will be horrendous!

6 storeys is absolutely insane in that spot. I am all for affordable housing and aged care facilities but building 6 storeys high is just greed. We already can’t park anywhere and it’s a nightmare street to get out of and it’s all low rise. Allowing this to go through sets a dangerous precedent for future projects. We must protect our neighbourhood and environment. I strongly oppose this development.

I think it is a wonderful thing - it frees up larger houses for those who need them and bring the elderly into a community environment - which we know is better for everyone, but particularly our older population for whom loneliness is a major issue - and contributor to faster ageing.

Yes, it is big, yes, it is the first building in the area of this height, no, it is not particularly “sympathetic” to the current surrounds - BUT - the build will be high quality and tasteful - not a Meriton square block of bleakness.

And we can no longer ignore the crisis that housing has become in Sydney. And in particular, the Northern Beaches. We live in a beautiful part of the world, who are we to not allow others to do the same.

The beach will still be the same distance from where you are now. Your favourite cafe isn’t going anywhere, Woolies will still be standing, and the lake will still fill with sand and the diggers will still move it all back down to Collaroy.

Change is hard and scary, that doesn’t mean we don’t let it happen.

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.