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OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

I have a personal historical attachment to this area. My convict great
great great grandmother was at the Parramatta Female Factory when she
arrived in the colony in 1827. This colonial historical Precinct
should not be overshadowed by multiple storied highrise buildings.

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include;
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS

Dear Sir/Madam
OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL
I have recently discovered that Parramatta Council is set to approve
an 18 story hotel at the Parramatta Leagues Club site.
This concerns me greatly:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise vistas from
our beautiful World Heritage listed Parramatta Park and Old Government
House. The Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact this proposal
will have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable. Parramatta, on the whole, is a very historical city,
especially the northern end of Parramatta with Prince Alfred Park,
Parramatta Female Factory and the many heritage churches, pubs and
houses dotted through our streets. When I drive through Parramatta
now, I see high rise after high rise. We are losing our skyline and
this city is becoming a 'high rise hovel'. This building, if approved,
will become yet another scar on the skyline of, not only our city, but
the one place in Parramatta where we can (mostly) shut out the
ever-developing city around us and take respite in nature.
* I am a regular visitor to Parramatta Park and currently obtain
access from the northern end around Parramatta Leagues club. I now
fear this may access will be restricted, not only due to this
development but to the development of the whole Parramatta Stadium
complex. It appears that Parramatta Council is not valuing the
residents (rate payers) who live in this area.
I believe there are numerous other factors that have failed to be
considered, such as:
* this proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for, and the potential of extending the heritage precinct
further.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighbouring heritage precincts, such as
Fleet Street, and the former Cumberland Hospital site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

I do not think this Hotel is in fitting with the locale of this area.
We already have a massive stadium and a multi story carpark - the
height and footprint of this hotel are way too much especially as they
are likely to used only for a handful of days each year.

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I oppose the proposed development.


I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hospital site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.
Parramatta Park is supposed to be the "People's Park". This, and other
developments like the new stadium have no benefit for the wider
community. Parramatta Park is gradually being eroded away for private
benefit. This has to stop.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

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OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:

From living in North Parramatta for 4 years from 2012 to 2016, I know
the critical importance of the natural environment along the river
precinct adjacent to the Eels Stadium. I walked there regularly, along
with many other people, and fear the marked loss of the natural &
historic amenity in the eastern part of Parramatta Park if this
development goes forward. The river environs are not currently
overshadowed or dominated by the built environment and this balance
should be preserved.

* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents.

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.
* the proposal makes a number of assumptions that are incorrect. This
includes heights for the neighboring heritage precincts, such as Fleet
Street, and the former Cumberland Hosptial site. While a master
planning process has been underway for these precincts, recent
announcements may see a reduction in the proposed height controls.
* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.
* the pre-lodgement community consultation process did not meet the
requirements set out in the SEARs; i.e. there was no consultation with
the major community group in the area or local residents which is an
integral part of the democratic process .

Please keep me informed about this application.

PLEASE DO NOT PUBLISH MY PERSONAL DETAILS.

I have not made a reportable political donation.

OBJECTION - SSD 17_8800 PROPOSED PARRAMATTA EELS HOTEL

My concerns include:
* the proposed height is inappropriate and will jeopardise World
Heritage listed Parramatta Park and the old Government House.
* the proposal will also jeopardise any potential World Heritage
Listing for Parramatta's Female Factory, and the potential of
extending the heritage precinct further.
* the Visual Impact Analysis identifies the impact the proposal will
have on the Female Factory/Cumberland Hospital site. This is
unacceptable.

* the application seeks to justify the height increase by comparing
the height (RL 75m - actual 66m) with the new Western Sydney Stadium,
and Urban Growth's plans for North Parramatta. This is misguided,
given the government has announced that the planning controls are
being reviewed for the purpose of considering the expansion of the
University of Sydney's campus at Westmead and withdrawal of the
previous DA.
* A Design Excellence Strategy is required to be prepared in
consultation with the Government Architect NSW. However, the report by
the Design Review Panel fails to adequately respond to matters
pertaining to clause 7.10(4), which significance is reinforced in
case, The Uniting Church vs Parramatta City Council [2018] NSWLEC 158,
specifically
* the application indicates `significant consultation' has taken place
with the Park's Trust. In addition, a 'representative' needs to be
appointed as an observer on the Design Review Panel for the project'.
However, the involvement of a representative from the Trust, should
not justify the departure from the application meeting the
requirements under local planning controls. (PLEP). Further, I am
concerned about what appears to be a perceived conflict of interest
given the Chair's previous association with the Wanderers, and current
role as Chairperson for the Manly Sea Eagles.

Please keep me informed about this application.