On the agenda for the Yarra Ranges Council Meeting for 22 February is the planning application for the Dan Murphy’s store set to replace the former Kilsyth Coles.
18 objections to the application have been received by the council so far.
The objections range from the impact on the local community from the loss of Coles supermarket, that an additional bottle shop is not needed, and concern about the potential for impacts from alcoholism on mental health, crime, and anti-social behaviour associated with the proposed retail liquor store.
However, an assessment of the development against the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme has deemed the application to be suitable and likely to be approved.
The site was marked for redevelopment last year after Endeavour Drinks Group bought it from Savills real estate.
Residents can tune into the livestream of the meeting at 7pm to stay updated on plans and updates for the area by visiting the Minutes and Agenda page of the council website: https://www.yarraranges.vic.gov.au/Council/Council-meetings/Minutes-and-agendas
