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A development application for the shopping centre, expected to cost $20,900,000, has been lodged with the Ballina Shire Council but will be determined by the Joint Regional Planning Panel.

The shopping centre, with speciality shops, car parking and other infrastructure, would be built in Hutley Drive in the EPIQ estate at Lennox Head.

The chamber has issued a statement to its members calling on them to make submissions that could be forwarded to the council.

‘Due to the nature of the development the proposal will be determined by the JRPP,’ a spokesperson said.

Chambers members should email their feedback by 8 October, and send their submission to the Ballina Shire Council by 1o October.

To check out the documents go to http://da.ballina.nsw.gov.au/Application/ApplicationDetails/010.2017.00000447.001/

 


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