A chance to have your say on a draft plan for a retail and commercial centre in Kurunjang has arrived
Residents are invited to have their say on a draft Urban Design Framework (UDF) that will help guide the development and use of land for a new supermarket and commercial centre in the suburb. Community consultation will open on Monday 3 November.
The proposed plan outlines a vision for a supermarket, supporting shops, a town centre plaza, a medical centre, childcare, a community centre, and land for new homes in the future.
At the 27 October council meeting, Melton director of city futures Sam Romaszko said these homes will be medium density residential options.
Councillor Ashleigh Vandenberg said that when she was a Coburn Ward councillor, local residents often said that they wanted a supermarket and shops within driving or walking distance.
The UDF is a requirement of the Melton North Precinct Structure Plan and will guide the future development of the Neighbourhood Activity Centre and provide Melton Council with direction for assessing and considering future development proposals.
Melton mayor Steve Abboushi said Kurunjang and Harkness have seen significant residential development and population growth over the past 15 years, resulting in demand for a local retail and service offering.
“It is important we hear from residents, particularly those living in the Kurunjang and Harkness areas, what they think of the draft UDF to ensure the proposal meets the needs and expectations of the community,” Cr Abboushi said.
“I encourage residents to take the opportunity to review the draft UDF during the consultation period and let us know your thoughts and what you would like to see in your future Neighbourhood Activity Centre,” he said.
Feedback is open until 1 December.
The draft UDF can be viewed online, and feedback submitted via a short survey once consultation opens on Monday.
Following the consultation period, council will review feedback and make any required amendments to the UDF before it is presented at a future council meeting for consideration.
Details: conversations.melton.vic.gov.au
