Development discussed

The proposed development on Catholic land at the corner of Veron Rd and Hillview St, Umina, will be discussed at the first council meeting of next year, according to Gosford Council environment officer Mr Gary Chestnut.

Mr Chestnut said that a species impact statement was currently being put together, and as part of the statement there needed to be concurrence between council and the Department of Conservation.

Mr Chestnut said the council had received the assessment from the department which was now being incorporated into the report to council.

Mr Chestnut said the item would be in the first February agenda, as council goes on recess after December 12.

The application proposes a subdivision and a seniors living village.

Lyle Stone, December 8