In May 2022 Council approved a development application DA/1017/2021 seeking the demolition of an existing dwelling and the erection of a purpose-built childcare centre at 94 David Road, Castle Hill. The consent has been granted subject to conditions of approval (in part) requiring the proponent to install a pedestrian refuge in David Road near the proposed childcare centre. The pedestrian refuge is to assist pedestrians, to safely cross the road.

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION condition 13 states: 1. Pedestrian Refuge Approvals

a) A pedestrian refuge is to be designed on David Road in the vicinity of the proposed development site in accordance with TfNSW Technical Direction TDT 2011/01a, including all signage associated with the refuge.

Key features of the proposal are:

1. Installation of two concrete islands in David Road near No 94 to form a pedestrian refuge
2. Reconstruction of adjoining path and kerb ramps
3. Installation of ‘No Stopping’ restrictions to ensure visibility between pedestrians and vehicles at the refuge location. Note that approximately 5 on-street parking spaces will be removed
4. Installation of warning signs and delineation of roadway.

A plan of the proposed pedestrian refuge is attached.

Council invites your comments on the proposal by close of business Monday 3 July 2023. The results of the consultation will be referred to the Hornsby Local Traffic Committee for consideration and recommendation to Council.

Please mark your submission “Proposed Pedestrian Refuge - David Road, Castle Hill -Reference No F2005/00058”.

Have your say in three ways:

• completing the form below
• emailing hsc@hornsby.nsw.gov.au
• writing to the General Manager, Hornsby Shire Council, PO Box 37, Hornsby 1630.

Exhibition closes: Monday, 3 July 2023.