The controversial Fed Sheds development returned before Byron councillors at last Thursday’s meeting.
The proposal, sitting directly opposite the Federal Hall in the heart of the village, came before Byron Shire Council in December last year and was refused.
The plans include three buildings to use for light industrial purposes, comprising eight tenancies of varying floor areas, six with mezzanine levels and car parking for 26 vehicles.
The applicant subsequently appealed Council’s decision in the Land & Environment Court, with the matter proceeding through the compulsory conciliation conference process.
With this conciliation process failing, the matter was set to proceed to a full hearing in April 2024.
Legal advice says to approve
However, after receiving legal advice from Council’s external solicitors as to the prospects of success in the case, staff have recommended that Council approve the development.
The developer has significantly amended its plans from the original proposal which came before Council, including changes to its storm water plan, and a revised wastewater management solution.
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