Councillors will consider an alternative location for a partially-constructed maintenance shed in Crescent Head Holiday Park at the August Ordinary Meeting of Council.
Following the resolution at the July Council Meeting, Council has continued to investigate options regarding the partly constructed maintenance shed in Crescent Head Holiday Park.
Leo Hauville, Mayor of Kempsey Shire Council said concerns expressed by residents of Crescent Head have not gone unnoticed.
“We have listened to the widespread community concerns about the placement of the shed,” said Mayor Hauville.
“Council has apologised for some decisions and committed to improving consultation. I applaud Council staff for seeking a better resolution of the issue.”
Council has worked with the shed builder, planning consultants and park managers to explore alternative options and will put these to Councillors at the meeting on Tuesday 15 August.
Stephen Mitchell, Director of Corporate and Commercial at Council said he believes the recommendation is a win for all parties.
“Since the July meeting, we’ve considered the feedback in the wider context of the park’s scheduled upgrades and have prepared a more detailed report to Councillors,” said Mr Mitchell.
“The report addresses the visual, practical, and financial impacts of the shed and other future changes planned at the Crescent Head Holiday Park.”
“Among the five recommendations within the report, it is suggested that the shed be moved southwest of its current location. This proposed location is set below the street and tucked in behind trees, minimising its impact on the outlook.”
The proposed alternative location would result in the loss of some powered campsites and as a result, reduces park revenue. However, the report suggests that future accommodation improvements be considered to offset these losses.
