Please see attached submission.

The instrastructure is not ready to support this project. The Old Northern Road, Terminus Street and Crane Road are so jam every morning and late afternoon.
Since the entrance is going to be located in Cecil Avenue or Roger Avenue, it is foreseeable that the traffic required to turn right into Francis Street would definitely increase significantly, compared to just the 2 lots in Roger Avenue now. This would block the Old Northern Road severely, as there is no right turn bay. Unless the Old Northern Road shall be expanded, I doubt if there other alternative to support this project without impacting the community.
At the same time, the school, library, and other public utilities are with high ratio already, adding another lots of residences would increase the burden.

Please refer to attached PDF document. Also refer to the video link below which is being referred into the attached document. Please read the document and then watch 2 of the attached video clips. They are also located at below URL.
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This is monstrous development which incorporates a small quiet back street (Roger Ave), and is totally out of character with what the surrounding residents originally purchased their properties for! The noise and traffic chaos that this proposal will cause once completed, will be totally extreme. It is very unreasonable to subject the local community on this side of Castle Towers precinct to this over the top development!!! This is a very beautiful suburb and area, but this over-development has to stop!
Look at any past developments and check out the street parking are totally full cause residents own more vehicles than the development caters for! And that is a fact!
My sentiments and objections reflects that of all the residents in the Roger Ave, Lincoln Place, Francis Street area

I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding the proposed mixed-use development located at Cecil Avenue and Roger Avenue, Castle Hill. This development, featuring a 5-25 story building, raises significant concerns for the local community.

Specific Concerns:
Building Height
The proposed building height will likely cast significant shadows on surrounding residential properties, reducing natural light and potentially impacting property values.
The Scoping Report and the Architectural Package contain conflicting information about sunlight duration on June 21st between 9am and 3pm. The Scoping Report (DCP Provision 2.5, page 37) indicates that only one property receives 3.5 hours of sunlight during this period. However, the Architectural Package (page 159) shows three properties receiving 3.5 hours of sunlight and one property receiving 3 hours. Additionally, the legend in the architectural plan states that properties receive at least 3 hours of sunlight, contradicting the Scoping Report's claim that properties receive at least 4 hours. These inconsistencies and conflicting information make it difficult to determine the actual sunlight duration.
The Architectural Package (page 159) also shows that at 12pm-1pm, the shadow of the buildings affect D, E, F, G in the image, but show them receiving sunlight during those times. I would like further clarification as if this is a mistake, D and E would be receiving 2/2.5 hours of sunlight during 9am - 3pm which is unacceptable.
How will privacy be maintained for the residential houses surrounding the building?

Traffic and Transportation
Increased traffic congestion due to the influx of residents and commercial activity.
Changes to parking regulations on public streets, potentially leading to parking shortages for existing residents. The easier access to the metro may lead to an increase in people parking on Roger Avenue and Francis Street.
The addition of traffic lights and roundabouts may not adequately address the increased traffic flow and could create further disruptions.
Access to the building through a small residential street is inadequate and will create traffic hazards.
Construction parking for workers and vehicles will further exacerbate parking issues.
In Appendix 11_Traffic and Parking Assessment Report (2.3 Site-Specific DCP 2012, Part D, Section 21, page 12,14) it states that “Residential vehicles are to have a maximum of two vehicular access points; one on Roger Avenue and one on Cecil Avenue” meaning that Roger Avenue will be an access point into the buildings and also includes adding a roundabout on Roger Avenue and Francis Street. Architectural Plan (page 15-17) scope of work does not mention new driveway for access for Roger Avenue.
Will Cecil Avenue be modified to allow easier access into and out of the building. How will this affect traffic in the surrounding area.
Infrastructure and Services
The existing infrastructure, including schools, may not be able to support the influx of new residents.
Potential strain on local amenities and public services.
Noise Pollution
Increased noise pollution from construction activities, commercial operations, and increased traffic.
Pedestrian Thoroughfare
While the public access pedestrian link between Cecil Avenue and Roger Avenue is intended to be beneficial, its design and management need careful consideration to ensure safety and minimize disruption to residents.
Construction Impact
Disruption during the construction phase, including noise, dust, and traffic diversions.
Community Impact
The scale and nature of the development may not be in keeping with the character of the existing neighborhood.
Potential impact on property values for existing residences.

Additional Issues:

Waste management and disposal for the increased number of residents and commercial tenants.
Emergency vehicle access to the building and surrounding areas.
Potential for overcrowding of public transport.
Impact on local wildlife and green spaces.
Security concerns related to increased population density.

I request that these concerns be thoroughly investigated and addressed before any approvals are granted for this development. I urge the council to consider the potential negative impacts on the existing community and to ensure that any development is sustainable and integrated responsibly into the neighborhood.

I live almost opposite this planned project, in a unit complex (of 5 storeys height) on Old Northern Rd.
The height of the planned buildings in this project is extreme. 25 storeys is not appropriate for Castle Hill.
The buildings would visually dominate a large number of residential houses and low-medium-profile buildings in the area of Cecil Ave, Roger Ave and Old Northern Rd. The shade that these planned buildings would cast would be unpleasant and would reduce the quality of living in our own homes. In my opinion, this development should be scaled back, to be no more than 12-14 storeys high.