Sharon Partridge: A cloud hangs over Heatherdale Rd development.

Residents are feeling uneasy over the seven storey apartment complex with ground floor medical centre that is proposed for the corner of Heatherdale Road and Maroondah Highway on the City of Whitehorse's eastern border. The site was previously used by Tom's Tyres. The latest information is that the proposed plans include 76 apartments which would tower over the neighbouring properties.

This busy intersection poses many difficulties daily for residents and commuters who use the nearby Heatherdale railway station. The proposed complex in its present form could impact adversely on neighbouring residences who will have their privacy invaded. Whilst it is an unsightly derelict corner that needs appropriate development because it is the gateway to our beautiful City of Whitehorse, the residents are asking, "WHAT WERE YOU THINKING?!!!!"

During peak hours, the line of cars waiting to turn in to Maroondah Highway can stretch from well before the train track up to the busy corner.

The additional traffic that will result from such a large imposing development is causing great stress to residents who are worried about the impact on their lives.

Cars negotiate the left turn into Heatherdale Rd

The Heatherdale Community Action Group have spoken to a large number of residents to inform them of the process of lodging objections. Submissions need to be made five days before the Special Committee of Council if residents wish to be heard. They should contact the Planning Department to ascertain when the matter is expected to be placed before council and allow themselves sufficient time to register their concern. information about the process can be found on the City of Whitehorse website http://www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/

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