The Submissions Report for the Darling Point Wharf has been completed.
During consultation on the Woollahra Municipal Council received 35 submissions. The key feedback topics raised included:
proposal design
transport, traffic and access
landscape character and visual impacts
social/amenity
noise and vibration
Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal heritage
wharf management
consultation
proposal justification
climate change
biodiversity
During detailed design development and following community feedback, some changes to the design:
A new pathway in Darling Point Reserve that meets accessibility standards and provides a level connection with the park gate
Removing the proposed stairs next to the lift in Darling Point Reserve and upgrading the existing steps instead
Relocating the entry of the waiting area to the end that is closer to the lift
Changing the kiss-and-ride zone to an informal drop-off zone and repositioning to the eastern side of the cul-de-sac
Progressing with a glass lift façade for customer safety and security
Lowering the lift height by approximately one metre to reduce visual impact of the lift
Providing more seating for customer comfort
Additional options for site shed locations within Darling Point Reserve and/or McKell Park to reduce the area needed in the cul-de-sac
Undertaking work to protect the existing sewer line in Darling Point Reserve, resulting in the removal of three trees
Upgrading the existing wharf power supply through McKell Park; trenching work will result in the removal of one tree.
Trees will be replaced in consultation with Woollahra Council.
