Three developments rejected

By Lachlan Ellis

Three applications for two dwellings on each block in Ballan have been unanimously rejected by Council, in line with the Planning Department’s recommendations.

The applications at 1, 2, and 16 Alexander Drive came before the Development Assessment Committee (DAC) meeting last Wednesday 16 February and were all similar, with two single storey dwellings with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and double garages in each of the plans.

There were two objections to the 1 Alexander Drive application, while those at 2 and 16 Alexander Drive did not receive objections.

Council Planners argued the applications contradicted the Moorabool Planning Scheme, did not meet neighbourhood character objectives, did not respect the spacious character of the area, and did not provide adequate space for the growth of new canopy trees.

All Councillors present agreed with the Planning Department, voting in favour of the recommendations to reject all three applications.

In May 2020, two-lot subdivision applications for the three sites were also rejected by Council.

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