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Minnamurra Kiama Downs Jamberoo Bombo Kiama Kiama Heights Gerringong Gerroa
[ 11 January - 24 January]
FREE COMMUNITY PAPER Distributed In The Kiama LGA
Kiama Village Car Park Upgrade:
Have Your Say!
Lynne Strong A Development Application has been lodged for significant upgrades to the car park management system at Kiama Village Shopping Centre. According to the application, these modifications aim to improve accessibility and ease of use during peak periods. The proposed changes are now
open for public submissions, with a deadline of 20 January 2025. The application outlines plans to install a ticketless car park management system at the entry and exit points along Terralong Street and the Direct-to-Boot area. The proposed system includes licence plate recognition technology and offers a two
hour free parking period. Other features listed in the application include boom gates, licence plate recognition cameras, exit pay stations, and protective bollards. The application claims that the system is designed to reduce pressure on parking during busy times and provide more equitable access to parking spaces. It
also states that the upgrades will not affect the number of parking spaces or the current operational arrangements. As part of the proposal, the applicant is seeking the removal of Condition 7 under the Occupation Certificate. This condition required 30 spaces to be signposted as “Public Car Parking Space.” The applicant argues that this
requirement is no longer valid due to a deed agreement with the Council. Proceeds from the parking fees will primarily be retained by the owner of Kiama Village Shopping Centre, managed by Woolworths Group. Additionally, Kiama Council will receive a 13.99% share of the overall profits generated by the car park management
system, based on the total number of car parking sites. The Bugle encourages community members to review the Development Application and provide their input. Submissions can be made online, and details of where to access the link will be made available on The Bugle App from 10 January 2025.