The Age has written this article, reporting proposed changes to the state’s planning system. Below is the text in full. Is this a good or bad thing for communities? The devil will be in the detail of course. Planning reform blocks appeals Jason Dowling March 15, 2012 A DRAMATIC overhaul to the state’s planning [READ IN FULL]
Today we sent a letter to VCAT requesting direction on a few matters: Despite being ordered by VCAT, the developer has not explained the cost estimates to justify the matter being eligible for the VCAT Major Case List. We have requested the matter be decided upon. Despite during the Direction heading the applicant informing VCAT/Council/Residents [READ IN FULL]
What a fantastic turn out for last Sundays rally in Armstrong Reserve. Thanks to all those who attended, especially considering the spontaneous planning of the rally the rather short notice given to Neighbours and invited guests. More than 100 residents turned out to express growing concern over Victorian planning and arbitration systems, and take action [READ IN FULL]
Let’s show the government and opposition we’re sick of current planning and arbitration policy that only benefits big developers’ profit margins. An open invitation to hear us has been sent to Premier Ted Baillieu, Planning Minister Matthew Guy, local Members of Parliament, Hobson’s Bay Mayor, Councillors, and the press. This may be our last chance [READ IN FULL]
Do you have an hour today and/or tomorrow to hand out flyers to the public? If so, please email admin@protectnewport.com or call Anthony on 0411 312 502.
Let’s show the government and opposition we’re sick of current planning and arbitration policy that only benefits big developers’ profit margins. An open invitation to hear us has been sent to Premier Ted Baillieu, Planning Minister Matthew Guy, local Members of Parliament, Hobson’s Bay Mayor, Councillors, and the press. This may be our last chance [READ IN FULL]
SUNDAY PICNIC IN THE PARK Come to Armstrong Reserve this Sunday for a community picnic and briefing on VCAT current events. Sunday 26th, 12:30 to 1:30 pm. BYO picnic food and drink, picnic rug, family. Donations for VCAT fight… can you spare $10 or $20 to assist the team with expenses?
Issue raised by residents. During the VCAT Directions Hearing on the 6th Feb. a representative for residents pointed out the inconsistent with the development cost estimates submitted by the Applicant (developer). The developer’s Planning Application submitted to Council in 2011 estimated the development cost as $9.5M. The developer’s Major Case List application submitted to VCAT [READ IN FULL]
Here are our notes on last Fridays VCAT Practice Day Hearing. This VCAT session is primarily for VCAT to understand the scope and magnitude of the developer’s application, and schedule future hearing days and time required for them. Attending were the applicant (developers solicitor), Hobsons Bay Councils solicitor, and a representatives for the numerous objectors. [READ IN FULL]
100 Statement of Grounds forms were sent to VCAT today and served on Council and the developer’s Solicitor (Best Hooper). These were the SoG left in neighbourhood drop-boxes over the last week. Additionally, many residents have been individually submitting their SoG to VCAT and serving on the other parties. A second stack of collected SoG [READ IN FULL]