PM Submission - Luke Lyne - MCU25/0118

                         The scale and bulk of the proposal are not reflective of the rural-residential edge of
                         Cooroy and are inconsistent with community expectations for development in this
                         location.

                         3. Impacts on Wildlife and the Established Kangaroo Corridor

                         The area surrounding Lake Macdonald Drive forms a known and frequently
                         used wildlife corridor, particularly for local kangaroo mobs that move between
                         bushland, open grassed areas, and Lake Macdonald.
                         Increasing density to this level, including the addition of multi-storey buildings,
                         fencing, increased vehicle traffic and lighting, will significantly disrupt:

                                   • Kangaroo movement patterns

                                   • Habitat connectivity

                                   • Nocturnal wildlife behaviour

                                   • Road safety (due to increased vehicle–wildlife collision risk)

                         Protecting these natural corridors is an essential part of the identity and
                         environmental health of Cooroy.

                         4. Traffic, Parking, and Road Safety Concerns

                         Lake Macdonald Drive already carries substantial local traffic. A development of
                         this size is likely to:

                                   • Add considerable vehicle movements per day

                                   • Increase congestion at peak periods

                                   • Create safety risks at entry/exit points, particularly given local curves and
                                     limited overtaking opportunities

                                   • Place pressure on street parking and internal parking areas

                         No traffic solution presented can adequately mitigate the scale of impact caused by a
                         25-unit, three-storey complex.

                         5. Inconsistency with Community Expectations and the Character
                         of Cooroy

                         Cooroy is valued for its small-town feel, open space, and low-rise character.
                         Residents reasonably expect that growth will align with the Town Plan, including




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