Notice is hereby given that Council proposes to close the council lane behind 20-28 Montauban Avenue, Seaforth, between Montauban Avenue and Phillip Avenue.
The purpose of the proposed road reserve closure is to enable the sale of the subject land to the adjoining owner, to facilitate the redevelopment of the site, with the proceeds of the land sale to be used to fund other public road infrastructure needs in the local community.
Any person is entitled to make submissions concerning the proposal within 28 days of the date of this public notice.
You can make a submission in one of the following ways:
- Complete the Submission Form below.
- Email: council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
- In writing: Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82, Manly NSW, 1655.
Once the submission period is completed, Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the road reserve closure proposal.
This public notice is in accordance with Section 38B of the Roads Act 1993.
Submissions close 15 June 2025
What is the purpose of this proposed road reserve closure?
Council has received a Road Reserve Closure and Purchase of Land application from the owner of 20-28 Montauban Ave Seaforth (SP35526). The purpose of the proposed road reserve closure is to enable the proposed sale of the subject land to the adjoining owner, for redevelopment of the site for shop top housing.
Where is the proposed road reserve closure?
The area of the road reserve closure is the unformed laneway that runs behind 20-28 Montauban Avenue, between Montauban Avenue and Phillip Avenue. Please refer to notification plan.
What are the proposed road reserve closure dimensions and area?
The road reserve has an area of 347.8sqm, as detailed in the survey accompanying the application. Please refer to the notification plan identifying the proposed road reserve closure.
Do local residents currently use this road reserve area?
This road reserve is currently being used by local residents for storage of vehicles and occasional pedestrian access.
How did Council gain possession of this road reserve land?
This road reserve land was set aside as a laneway in 1957 with the creation of the subdivision under Deposited Plan 36493.
What is the section of the Roads Act 1993 that allows road reserves to be formally closed?
Section 38A of the Roads Act 1993.
What happens after the public notification closes?
- Council staff will review all submissions from the public, as well as internal and external stakeholders.
- This proposal including a summary of all submissions received will be reported to a future Council meeting for consideration.
What happens to the funds from any future sale of a former public reserve road owned by Council?
If the land is disposed of by sale, the proceeds of sale (less the costs of the sale) are to be paid to Council. Money received by Council from the proceeds of sale of the land is not to be used by Council except for acquiring land for public roads or for carrying out road work on public roads.