Dismissed
Refusal of Development Application for Commercial Marina at Mosman
Case No.
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⚖️ What tends to weigh in cases like this
✅ Tends to be accepted
- The proposal provides some benefits to the general and boating public, such as improved facilities and accessibility.
❌ Tends to be rejected
- The proposal is inconsistent with the aims of SEPP Sydney Harbour, particularly regarding the public good having precedence over the private good.
- The proposal is inconsistent with the objectives of the W5 zone, failing to enhance public use of the waters and harmonize with the planned character of the locality.
- The proposed marina will reduce the current level of access to the public for open water activities.
- The proposal does not meet a justified demand and does not result in a visual outcome that harmonizes with the planned character of the locality.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
Was the decision for or against the person who brought the case?
The decision was against the person who brought the case, as the development application was refused.
What evidence or documents mattered?
The evidence and documents that mattered included expert testimony regarding the impact of the proposed marina on public access and use of the foreshores and waterways.
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