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Port Stephens Council development disputes

Overview

Port Stephens Council is managing various controversial development applications involving environmental and community concerns.

In Raymond Terrace, council staff recommended rejecting a mixed-use commercial proposal by Vanreid Industries due to significant flood risks. Assessment reports indicated that proposed floor levels were insufficient, with modeling suggesting the site would flood during most one-in-20-year events and face over a metre of water during one-in-100-year events. The report also cited inadequate evacuation procedures.

In Anna Bay, a proposed $4 million three-storey oceanfront residence at 13 Ocean Avenue has faced substantial community opposition. Residents have raised concerns regarding the loss of neighbourhood character, privacy, traffic, and impacts on community amenity. Although council staff recommended approval, the matter was escalated to a full council vote to decide the issue in the ‘public interest’ following requests from councillors.

Entities

Port Stephens Council · Anna Bay · Birubi Point Aboriginal Place · Raymond Terrace · Vanreid Industries

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Port Stephens Council to vote on controversial Anna Bay oceanfront home

    Port Stephens councillors will vote on a controversial $4 million three-storey oceanfront home in Anna Bay following significant community opposition and petitions.

  2. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Port Stephens Council staff recommend rejecting Raymond Terrace development

    Port Stephens Council staff recommend rejecting a Raymond Terrace commercial development due to severe flood risks that could inundate the proposed restaurant and warehouse areas.

Sources

dungogchronicle.com.au · gloucesteradvocate.com.au · lakesmail.com.au · portstephensexaminer.com.au