- Hilltops Council is consulting on remediation obligations with the Environment Protection Authority.
EPA raises concerns over remediation complexity at Talbot Quarry site
What happened
The Environment Protection Authority expressed concerns regarding the complexity of remediation obligations for the former Talbot Quarry and Landfill site in Oakleigh South. Monash Council stated that the rezoning amendment did not address long-term arrangements for issues such as contamination, landfill gas, and ground conditions. The Minister for Planning's advisory committees also noted a lack of detail or certainty required for residential development of the site.
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Why it matters
The concerns over long-term environmental management and geotechnical issues affect the viability of the site for residential use. The regulatory complexity may influence the costs and timeline for future land development.
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Who's involved
- EPARegulatory body that expressed concerns about remediation complexity
- Minister for PlanningPolitician whose advisory committees found a lack of certainty for residential development
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