Orange site for 33-lot development proposal revealed

The 2.8 hectare site off Torulosa Way would be converted into a 33-lot subdivision under plans submitted to Orange City Council.

A ring road would also be built through the complex to provide access to the proposed 33 homes.

Fire broke out on the land in 2017 and came close to neighbours' back fences.

There have also been complaints about long grass on the site creating potential hazards.

The plan has been submitted on behalf of the developers and owners of the land Tangarra Holdings Pty Ltd.

It has not been revealed whether the site would become private, public or social housing.

OCC manager of development assessments Paul Johnston said the proposal only covered subdividing the land.

"There has been no indication by the applicant as to the proposed future use within each of the resultant lots," he said.

"Social and affordable housing would be permissible development on the land.

"The application is currently being processed by council staff.

"It is anticipated at this stage that this matter will be considered at the next Planning Development Committee meeting scheduled for February 2."

The DA states six of the blocks would front Torulosa Way.

"The proposed lots are all greater than 500 square metres. Most of the lots are larger than 550 square metres" it said.

The DA said each site would be fully serviced with power and telecommunications and the subdivision would be built in one stage.

It said the subdivision would not include a public open space area.

The DA said there was a large open space area to the east side of the subdivision site.

It said the area contained many other homes and was suitable for residences.

it said it was "one of the last infill sites left undeveloped in the locality".

"The proposal is considered compatible with the surrounding area and will have minimal impact in regard to impacts on adjacent properties and land uses; and interruptions of important views and vistas."

Cr Glenn Taylor said he was aware the development application had been lodged but did not know further details of the plan.

He said the site had not been developed since the area was cut up for housing.

However, he said neighbours had expressed concerns to him about long grass at times.

Maintenance of the site has been a concern for nearby residents for many years.

The fire in March 2017 burned much of the site.

Police Inspector Linda Bradbury said at the time the fire spread quickly and came dangerously close to houses.

"It could have been worse if it wasn't for the good work of firefighters," she said.

Hundreds of people flocked to the area to watch the fire, forcing police to cordon off parts of Glenroi.

Residents claimed the blaze was the third grass fire in the neighbourhood in as many weeks.

In 2013 residents also complained about long grass on the site stating it posed fire risks to neighbours.