“People want the same thing: homes to live in, in developments done right; ecologically significant areas not left as scorched earth; clarity instead of red tape holding up applications for years with federal referrals or courts; and growth in places where people are crying out for it,” Cr Vonhoff said.
“We have heard community concerns around tree clearing, particularly the extent of vegetation removal in the Highfields area, and strengthening our environmental protections in line with similar measures employed across South East Queensland local authorities.
In turn, this will minimise the conflict between the need for housing and preserving existing trees.”
There will be a chance for public feedback on the proposed TLPI before any amendments are submitted for the State Government’s approval.
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