There needs to be a maximum number of student accommodatin in this area
because the traffic and pedestrian flow will be impacted. There is
already Iglu in Regent Street; a proposal for Eveleigh Street of 24
storeys. There are enough student accomm in Abercrombie and Darlington
Road and also Central Park. Enough is enough. The community village
atmosphere is disappearing and we are Isolating our low socio economic
group. Its not always about money but good taste.

As a nearby resident, I'm concerned at the dramatic increase in
population with all the student accommodation that's been built or
approved.
There are several hundred units completed and hundreds more already
approved. So we simply don't yet know their full impact.
While I'm certainly not opposed in principle, I feel we should pause
on further approvals until those already approved are complete,
occupied and we have a better understanding of their impact on the
local area.
I'm also concerned at what may happen if there turns out to be an
oversupply of student accommodation and its use changes.
I note that City of Sydney has approved use of Urbanest on Abercrombie
Street as tourist and visitor accommodation outside term time (in
spite of their original DA having an explicit condition that this
would not happen). I have very serious concerns about student
accommodation intended for full-time occupancy being used for tourist
accommodation with its frequent arrivals and departures. I note that
none of the current or planned buildings have any provision for
off-street vehicle access. So all the arrivals, departures, luggage,
tour groups etc happens on the street (often double-parked). This is
both inconvenient and unsafe. And it's happening right now with
Urbanest on Abercrombie.
Ideally, let's pause before approving yet more of this type of use to
give us time to properly understand its impact.
If not, I would strongly recommend this and all plans include
provision for loading and unloading passengers on the site rather than
on the road to at least reduce the disruption and improve the safety
of this.

I object to the development application on the following grounds:
* it relies on obtaining a GFA uplift pursuant to the State
Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009 (SEPP),
but has not established that the accommodation to be provided within
the development satisfies the definition of `Affordable Housing'
contained in clause 6 of the SEPP;
* the development, should it be deemed affordable housing governed by
the terms of the SEPP, breaches the SEPP in the following respects:
o It proposes boarding rooms (noting that the definition of boarding
room in clause 4 of the SEPP means `a room or suite of rooms') of
greater than 25sqm (see clause 30(1)(b) of the SEPP and the proposed
terrace style accommodation);
o the terrace style accommodation will accommodate more than 2 adult
lodgers, contrary to clause 30(1)(c) of the SEPP;
o it proposes residential accommodation on the ground floor of the
development, in breach of clause 30(1)(g) of the SEPP; and
o it does not demonstrate compliance with the parking requirements in
clause 30(1)(h) of the SEPP;
* it is proposed that the development will provide no on-site parking,
such that significant additional burden will be imposed on surrounding
roads and lanes, with concomitant traffic impacts (and no current
proposal as to how these impacts will be addressed or minimised);
* there is no demonstrated need for additional student accommodation
within the area given the significant number of approved student
accommodation premises within the vicinity of the proposed
development; and
* whilst not a prohibited development, the proposed development does
not advance the objectives of the Business Zone - Commercial Core
zoning of the land on which it is to be constructed under Schedule 3
of the State Environmental Planning Policy (State Significant
Precincts) 2005.

Objections
As the owner of 9/1 Margaret st Redfern, I object to this development
on the following ground

This 18 storey building will cause a significant loss of value to our
property and privacy.

This development is proposed for a side where an existing 5 storey
building stands .There's not near the amount a recreational space for
any more than already here.

There are already several hundreds units been completed and approved
in Regent street, Sussex street and Everleigh street.

This area is unable to accommodate 18 storey building with 488
students, there are not enough parking space.

Already existing students accommodation building in our area ,over
supply as short term rent,will result in significant noise and
problems in the area.

As one of the owners of Unit 16/1 Margaret Street Redfern, which is a
rooftop property and is situated virtually next door to the proposed
development, I strongly object to this development on these grounds:

1.Loss of Privacy: This development fully overlooks the large
recreation outdoor area of the unit, and causes privacy and personal
amenity and benefit to be lost and compromised.

2.The size of the development is far too large for the size of the
site. At 488 apartments the number of persons is too many given the
lack of space around the proposal, skinny footpaths, no parking,
overcrowding at Redfern station and local facilities,
especially as Redfern is becoming overdeveloped.

3. Supply: Given the numbers of student housing proposed and being
developed, there is clearly a glut and oversupply developing in the
area.E.G Similar proposals in Regent Street, Sussex and Everleigh
Streets, plus Iglu and Urbanest covering closer to the city, As well
as further student accommodation for Central Park, plus Darlington
Street and Abercrombie Road.

4.This development will cause the following problems for our unit:
a) Loss of Natural Light, on projections of a decrease of up to 60%
during winter.
b) Loss of Value, due to overshadowing and loss of
privacy.
c) Reduced income; Currently leased, with the building and
construction noise, plus general inconvenience, will require a
significant rental reduction to keep tenants.
d)Tenants will be subjected to noise, dust and dirt.
e) The proximity of this proposal means that with Margaret Street
being so narrow, there will be a large 18 storeys tall building only
several metres away causing a loss of privacy, plus extra noise.

5. The unit block slated to be demolished for this development
appeared to be well maintained and in good condition, and we certainly
did not consider that such a proposal would be made when we purchased
our unit.

6.Design. Shows a large building on a small footprint overshadowing
and dominating our building.

7.Access to Margaret Street: This is a narrow street and the only
access to 1 Margaret Street. During demolition and construction there
is no possible way access will not be impeded or blocked for the
duration.

8. Water pressure: has been reduced in the area over some years to
cater for other developments. Another 488 units will cause further
loss of pressure.

9. Building issues:1 Margaret Street has already suffered from
foundation issues, possibly due to other constructions and railway
tunnel vibrations. Constructing an 18 storey building next door , may
not only create further problems, but also cause issues for any new
construction.

10. Another recent objection pointed out another major issue with
student accommodation (Urbanest) being used for tourist accommodation
when out of term. This is an extremely valid point especially when the
DA disallowed this in the first place. Will this set a precedent for
unused student accommodation?
" Quote: I note that City of Sydney has approved use of Urbanest on
Abercrombie Street as tourist and visitor accommodation outside term
time (in spite of their original DA having an explicit condition that
this would not happen). I have very serious concerns about student
accommodation intended for full-time occupancy being used for tourist
accommodation with its frequent arrivals and departures. I note that
none of the current or planned buildings have any provision for
off-street vehicle access. So all the arrivals, departures, luggage,
tour groups etc happens on the street (often double-parked). This is
both inconvenient and unsafe. And it's happening right now with
Urbanest on Abercrombie".Unquote.

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As the owner of 16/1 Margaret Street Redfern, a rooftop property
immediately adjacent to the proposed development, I strenuously object
to this development on the following grounds:

1. Privacy: this 18-storey development will completely overlook my
property which includes a significant outdoor area which is the chief
recreation space in the property. My loss of privacy and amenity will
be absolute.

2. Over-development: this 18 storey building on a very small footprint
comprising 488 apartments is an over-development for the area. The
area is unable to accommodate a further 488 persons: the sidewalks are
too narrow, there is not enough parking space, and the facilities at
Redfern Station and the shopping precinct simply cannot handle this
growth in conjunctions with the remainder of development going ahead
in the immediate vicinity.

3. Over-supply: there is clearly an over-supply of student housing in
the vicinity with similar developments approved in Regent Street,
Everleigh Street and Sussex Street. Iglu and Urbanest service the area
closer to the city with even more student accommodation in Abercrombie
Street, Darlington Road and Central Park. Already other student
accommodation buildings in the area have been approved as short-term
tourist rentals which will result in significant noise and social
problems in the area.

4. Blocking natural light: The projections for natural light
distributed by the developer demonstrate a significant decrease in the
winter months, which will occur two-fold in other parts of the year.
Our property will receive around 60% less natural light and sunlight
if this proposal is allowed to proceed.

5. Loss of value: This development will cause a significant loss of
value to our property which it completely overshadows, especially
giving the complete and total loss of privacy we will suffer.

6. Loss of income: This development will cause me significant loss of
income in relation to this property which is currently lease. The loss
of amenity and privacy ensuing from the development will mean I have
to reduce the current rent by a significant amount.

7. Inequitable: this development is proposed for a site where an
existing 5-story building stood. This building was in good condition
and I could not have imagined it would be torn down to be replaced by
an 18-storey megalith when I purchased my property.

8. Design impact: this 18 storey building will be opposite an area of
5 storey buildings. It will give that area of Gibbons Street a
cliff-like appearance going abruptly from 18 storeys to 5 with no
graduation. In addition, the building is unattractive and poorly
designed.

9. Access: access to our Margaret Street property will be
significantly impeded during construction. It has a single narrow
entrance-way via Margaret Street. Unimpeded 24-hour access while
construction, while absolutely necessary, will be difficult to
achieve.

10. Water pressure: the water pressure in the area is low - another
488 unit will put severe strain on already limited resources and
infrastructure.

11. Construction concerns: the area on which our property is built
already suffers foundation issues due, possibly, to the adjacent
underground rail line. Construction of a major 18-storey building in
very close proximity will only exacerbate these issues.

12: Proximity: Margaret Street is very narrow, and the design will
mean that 18 storeys of small, unattractive apartments will be only a
scant few metres away overlooking our property with all the noise and
privacy problems that occasions.

Please do not disclose personal identifying information.

Dear Sirs

I write as a residential neighbour to this application's location in
Redfern (less than 300m).

At the time of writing, there are already 6 high density buildings (up
to 18 storeys each) in the block between Marian Street and Lawson Sq
in Redfern - adjacent to this applicant's property - comprising about
775 units, with annother approved development at 80-88 Regent Street
(also in the same block) to be built comprising commercial and 185
residential units. This brings the current total number of residential
units alone in one block to 960!

None of them however are near the numbers of SSD 9194 - seeking 488
student units in an area a quarter of the size of the block referred
above. I doubt there are even 500 units between Margaret St, Redfern
down to McEvoy Street, Alexandria along Wyndham Street.

To put it in persepective, all other neighbouring units are between
3-5 storeys. The 18 storeys proposed encroaches on the lower density
side of the street (split between Gibbons St, Redfern and Wyndham St,
Alexandria). The height of the building will cast a large and forever
morning shadow across the road to the Gibbon St Reserve adversely
impacting what little fauna there is.

If this application is approved, the increase in resident numbers will
adversely impact the quiet of the neighbourhood and also the look of
the street. I fear this is merely a creep of higher density buildings
into an area that does not need it. Why not build closer to the metro
on Botany Road or even on Redfern Street? Gibbons St is a major and
very busy artery for transport heading into the city/north. Redfern
station is already overpacked. The closest uni is 1km away, not
exactly next door. In summer, during the uni semester break, we feel
this building may be an AirBnB for visitors, increasing the transient
traffic in our neighbourhood.

We hope you will reconsider the density of this development.

Sincerely.

I object to this proposal on the following grounds:
1. Population density in the area has increased dramatically over the
last few years, particularly due to the rise in student accommodation.
Given other proposed developments in the immediate area this new
building will further increase density and place added strain on all
local amenities and infrastructure.
2. If the building is to go ahead, the height should be adjusted down
to perhaps 12 storeys to be more in keeping with the buildings further
along Gibbons Street. This would provide a staged decrease in height
and allow the building to fit in with the surroundings.
3. More student accommodation is not required in Redfern. In close
proximity, on Regent Street, there is an 18 storey Iglu building and
another currently under construction. The two buildings provide
approximately 1,000 student beds, not to mention the proposed student
accommodation in The Block redevelopment. This would take available
student accommodation to well over 1,500 beds.
4. Is there a market for this or are developers creating a market?
Over the last two years there is a current downturn in the numbers of
international students travelling to Australia for education, another
building is probably unnecessary and could lead to an oversupply of
beds.

No part of the development should not be higher on the skyline than
channel 7 as viewed from Wilson St or the Eastern side of Redfern
Station on Little Eveleigh ST.

The Block is proposed to have around 500 students. This is proposing
around 500. There is another student housing proposal for Regent St.
Surely there is enough student housing in the area already with the
Iglu project on Regent just recently built.

How does this demonstrate a mix of residents for the area?

The foot paths walking down Lawson street towards USyd or UTS are
unbearable with the amount of people walking along them. There are NOT
well established pedestrian facilities in the area. The assessment of
the numbers in conjunction with other proposed student accom projects
needs to be considered. And this should be undertaken during class and
not in holidays.

The community consultation appears significantly underwhelming.

The wind tunnels are terrible. It is not clear how this will "improve"
them.