All recent comments on applications from Brimbank City Council, VIC

There needs to be an sufficient allowance for car park space on the property for this many dwellings as there is no room for on street parking immediately adjacent the road, and there is already congestion on the road when the maltese cultural community club and the Sunshine city club have events or patrons and overfill the street with parked cars, making it a one way street all the way to the baseball club and makes it difficult and potentially unsafe to navigate the street.

The application applies to a recycling facility and resource recovery which has a 1000 metre minimum distance threshold from children's schools. There is a childcare, primary school and kindergarten all in close proximity 400-600m away from the site. The site has been operating the facility illegally and may have been doing so as the owners had knowledge of the site restrictions. It was the owner's responsibility to do the necessary checks. The type of industrial activity being undertaken is inappropriate for the surrounding residential and heritage overlays. Further community concerns around tyre debris seeping into local storm water drains pose local environmental risks. Given the very light nature of surrounding industrial activity and the growing residential nature of surrounding zones this application should be rejected. The site offers little employment value to the surrounding community as only a few people are proposed to work at the site at any time. Increasingly hospitality venues are opening in the zone suggesting community interest in the zone catering increasingly more to recreational activity and less to industrial which would be community's future hopes for the area as the surrounding residential zone population increases. Recommend rejecting the application for the use of the site for recycling as it violated the site's zoning restrictions and failed to apply for the necessary permits, and is inappropriate activity for a low level industrial zone bordering a heritage overlayed residential zone with very young children care and education facilities.

I don't think the construction of new dwelling is safe and productive to do so. Rest the decision is of the owner, I know. But 2 dwelling spaces in that area is too much and that also a double storey can result in privacy issues to the existing dwelling residents. Thats my thinking.

If you are removing native vegetation then it is only fair that you replace it in a more suitable location- this installation should come with a requirement that the developers support regeneration efforts along the ardeer section of Kororoit creek

I would like to add, if you look at streets in the area, take Dubbo street, where a 10 town house development was approved and went through, there is now no street parking available. Each one of those town houses parks in the street which became so dangerous the council had to put no parking signs on one side of the road (which has solved absolutely nothing). This is a very real close by example of allowing this large scale development

Hi BCC Planners,
The biggest issue with his development is that T/H garages are used as "Storage" rooms as there is no storage room inside the T/H.
Look further along the street (heading north) and you will see multiple cars parked on the road (not in the garage) and this is not uncommon for these types of developments.
The developer/architect needs to either:
1) redesign the plans to incorporate double garages for each unit to allow for both 1 x car and storage space or;
2) reduce the overall number of units on the plan to incorporate a double garage

Revenue from rates/development policies cannot be a factor in the decision to grant a BP based on the current plans.

This should not go ahead. It reduces access to the park, and we have very few parks as it is in the west. Building townhouses blocks the open aspect of selwyn Park, closing off a chunk of it to the community. People should be able to walk freely around the whole park and see each other and talk to each other, not feel as though townhouses are looming over them. I'm surprised such a change is even being considered. If anything, the car parks should be converted to a West side picnic area much like eastern side picnic area.

Like others, I am very concerned about the reduction in car parking spaces. Albion is a very family friendly neighbourhood and green spaces are few and far between in Brimbank compared to other parts of Melbourne. Reducing accessibility to an area very important for social and health outcomes whilst posing a safety risk to young children crossing the road makes Mr very concerned about this proposal.

This proposal has multiple concerns and is inappropriate for the area.
It’s an over-development and given it’s location needs additional parking within the properties boundaries as residents will be car dependent.
It lacks housing diversity as all dwellings are 2 storey, which discriminates against those with physical limitations.
Also it ignores the neighbourhood character of single storey dwellings.
Additionally has planning noticed that the applicant has tried to conceal that unit 1 is 4 bedroom and only a single carport? Look closely, they have called it a study, but clearly once the frame is up an internal door will be added to become a 4th bedroom.
Lastly how can unit 2 and 3 turn their vehicles around to exit? Unit 4 can drive-in to their garage and reverse a vehicle westwards before driving forward to to the east to exit. If unit 2 and 3 were to try and exit the same way they would reverse through the fence into the backyard of unit 1.
To address the housing crisis we need diverse well planned functional developments that integrate with the area.
This proposal has multiple flaws and requires a re-think.

BCC and planners,

I would like to add my voice to disagree with these proposed plans.

I to think that these plans do not tally with the roads, on street parking and layout of the surrounding area regarding safety when walking and driving. Blind corners, sightlines and narrow streets will make this a compounded problem very quickly. I feel like not enough care has been taken when considering the downstream impacts of the proposed plans.

I also feel that these plans don't meet BCC commitments to retaining and growing green spaces in residential areas. Gardens trees and canopy cover are being replaced with a volumous building footprint.

With the delapidation of unfinished new builds on neighbouring plots, I fear this might be another ambitious project with little care for the surrounding community, doomed to create a slab of unwanted housing unfit for purpose.

Thank you for taking the time to scrutinise the reality of these awkward plans.

I find it concerning that 10 units with no visitors parking would even be considered. The streets are too narrow for on street parking, every household has 2 cars these days (or more!).
It is clear that the only thing these developers care about is cramming residences on to the land to make the most profit.
We need to maintain the liveability of our suburb and that includes being able to drive on the road without it being clogged with parked cars.

Like others here I have concerns about the reduction in visitor parking for this development
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From the permit application document Section 05.5 Access and Car Parking, in particular "c) the car parking reduction relates to visitor parking only, with the
overflow of 2 visitor spaces is only expected during the evenings and on
weekends, with reduced demands during weekday daytime,"
I would like to make the point that these expected visitor times are in fact when the park and surrounding on-street parking are likely to be already under pressure.
Families, young children, kids and commuters on bikes as well as sporting clubs use these facilities and the Selwyn Street "during the evenings and on weekends".

The provision of only 2 visitor carparks for 10 dwellings is a very minimal base requirement. I think it is quite clear that this development is already going to put pressure on on-street parking. It is likely the 2-bedroom houses will still have two resident vehicles where only one space is mandated. Given its location opposite a park, on a very narrow and winding street, and at a corner where parking is reduced, a further reduction in parking is contra-indicated.

Any parking on narrow Selwyn Street is already a danger, requiring drivers to cross the midline close to a bend in the road as well as near to street corners. This takes drivers' attention away from additional hazards there, including pedestrians crossing between parked vehicles to access the park, and cyclists.

I implore BCC to make an in-person visit to understand the impact of increased parking pressure on this site before making a decision.

This area is a high traffic area for both cars and pedestrians. It is frequented by many kids of all ages riding bikes and scooters (or learning to)
This is not suitable for such a build that will only increase issues to such a congested area.
Please do not proceed.

The streets in Albion are becoming progressively harder to negotiate due to continued development of townhouses without adequate parking.
Developing the land at a greater density is fine. Development without provision of services - in this case adequate parking for each new dwelling - is not.
The reduction in parking requirements puts the burden for a new development into the community and neighbours, rather than on the developer and new resident. Increased profit for a developer (by making a dwelling with more rooms and fewer car spaces) does not improve the local area, and reduces road space for existing residents.
Please reject this development unless adequate parking requirements are reinstated.

Hello Brimbank CC Planners
Please please visit this site at multiple times of the day (especially after school hours when the park is populated with children and families) and spend time there absorbing the traffic and people. Children are frequenting the wonderful oval, playground, Kororoit Ck Neighbourhood House and surrounds, and crossing the road constantly... and should be able to do safely.
Some years back (15 or so??) the road (bitumen) was re-done and it slopes significantly. More often than not, speeding cars come around that bend on the wrong side of the road - adding MORE cars will only increase the risk of more accidents, as more parked cars will push people over more than they already veer. Its awful- and there is no white line painted down the middle of the road either- which doesn't help. I have witnessed multiple accidents along this stretch.
I object to the number of units being proposed with reduced car parking. Car parking should be increased in this section not reduced.
How does the previously proposed 9 get rejected and now its proposed for 10?? Please do better for our area and reject this proposal.

As more and more units are added in this area parking will get worse, most couples have at least 2 cars and some of these units only have one car space, also as those units that have 2 spaces have it as one car in front , one behind, that means that one car might be parked in street to avoid have to move cars from tandum garage when the front car wants to get out, i know that i would rather park in street to be able to just get in my car and go when i want rather than needing to move the car behind me to get out. So the garages should not be tandum but rather alow for side by side parking

1. Very concerned by reduced parking, which will inevitably reduce access to the Selwyn Park sporting amenities.
2. The lack of individual parking for each unit means that families with cars and with children need not apply. Even families with environmentally friendly electric cars need parking space. Families with children need cars, despite the assumptions of certain politicians.
3. The Selwyn Park area is currently a very pleasant and human place to live in Brimbank. When it’s overcrowded, with overflowing rubbish bins defiling the narrow streets, we’ll have lost not only dignified housing, but one of most beautiful and breathing green spaces. Please don’t do this.
4. What is the developer’s target market? Not families, not the elderly, but…?

Brimbank City Council,

The number of town houses proposed with the reduction of parking for this street is concerning. This is already a high traffic area with sports and other community activities.
The reduction of public parking combined with the increase of high-density housing will have a detrimental impact on both the local community's enjoyment of Selwyn Park and traffic navigating an already narrow street.

This street is very narrow, this amount of housing will drastically reduce street parking and create further congestion and dangerous blind spots. This poses danger to local kids going to the park.
Also consider rubbish collections with this number of housing in a narrow stretch.
It simply won't work. The number of housing needs to be significantly reduced and all need to have their own parking on site plus visitor parking to reduce the inevitable impact to locals.

Hi BCC planners, didn't this application come up before?
A reduction in the standard car parking requirement (visitor spaces) ??

Not sure if planners have ever visited this area as Selwyn Street is very narrow and there should be an INCREASE in standard car parking requirement (visitor spaces) as where will ppl park?

Just a thought to consider before approving. Thank you. Regards, David.

Dear Members of the Brimbank Council,

I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to express my strong opposition to the approval of a bottle license within the Brimbank community. Additionally, I would like to draw attention to the already high number of existing bottle shops in the area, emphasizing that we do not need another establishment of this kind.

The prevalence of bottle shops in our community has already reached a point where it raises concerns about the potential negative impacts on public health and social well-being. The proliferation of such establishments increases the accessibility and availability of alcohol, creating an environment that can foster excessive consumption and contribute to the harms associated with alcohol misuse.

Allowing another bottle shop to operate would not only add to the saturation of the market but also perpetuate an environment that promotes alcohol consumption as a primary source of recreation and relaxation. This can lead to a normalization of excessive drinking habits and disregard for responsible alcohol consumption practices.

Rather than approving another bottle license, I encourage the Brimbank City Council to take a proactive approach to address the existing challenges posed by the high number of bottle shops in our community. This may include implementing stricter regulations, conducting thorough assessments of licensing applications, and considering the overall impact on public health and community well-being before granting any new licenses.

By taking measures to limit the number of bottle shops, we can shift our focus towards supporting alternative recreational activities and promoting a more diverse and balanced social landscape. This approach would align with the principles of fostering a healthy and vibrant community that prioritizes the well-being of its residents.

I appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to making decisions that consider the best interests of our community. If you require any further information or would like to discuss this issue in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours sincerely,

Michael Owen

Can we please have more detail on the business description? What kind of bar, and what are the intended operating hours?

Hi there

Re:74 Glengala Rd, permit/liquor license

Having a licensed premise in the middle of the shopping strip could be a concern. Sunshine Social (20 metres away) already serves alcohol & plays music in breach of it's license conditions every weekend. (So much for conditions & amenity)

I'm fine with a BYO license - people can bring their own wine or ouzo. After 2 years, go for an upgraded license if there's no issues.

But will a restaurant liquor license include the seating outside the shop front?
Will it include the backyard?
Will the entrance to the unit above the premises be through the redline area? How exactly can a resident take alcohol into their own residence if the staircase is in the middle of the backyard?
Will there be a smoking area in the backyard? Don't they serve food currently in the backyard?
The only place they could smoke & drink is out the back lane way or out the front of the shop. If it's illegal to consume alcohol in public in the Brimbank Council, how will this be controlled? The shop is very small

Finally, I'm not opposed to licensing per se. But a great outcome would be consumption of alcohol & playing of music inside the premises only. Otherwise it could get out of control

Building more houses in the area will be great. More houses for more families, which will bring more people to the community.

Dear BBC, please ensure this development has a minimum of 14 car spots made available (ex garages) as Rockbank Rd does not have any capacity for on street parking as there are many multiple unit developments. Garages are not used to park cars, rather for storage. Thanks