Background
The Shire has received a development application for which comments are sought for a Change of Use from ‘Industry-Extractive’ to ‘Trade Supplies’ over the subject Site. The site currently operates for the purpose of sand extraction, along with treatment of material through a wash plant that washes sand that has been excavated.
The proposal would involve the following operational processes:
(a) Sand being sourced offsite and trucked in;
(b) Sand being washed, blended and graded onsite to be made into either a fine or a course material, commonly purchased for applications that include:
(i) wet blasting, as part ofContinue reading
Background
The Shire has received a development application for which comments are sought for a Change of Use from ‘Industry-Extractive’ to ‘Trade Supplies’ over the subject Site. The site currently operates for the purpose of sand extraction, along with treatment of material through a wash plant that washes sand that has been excavated.
The proposal would involve the following operational processes:
(a) Sand being sourced offsite and trucked in;
(b) Sand being washed, blended and graded onsite to be made into either a fine or a course material, commonly purchased for applications that include:
(i) wet blasting, as part of automotive repairs;
(ii) building and construction, including as part of tile adhesives, non-slip flooring,
paints, water proofing, grout and the like;
(iii) foundries and casting;
(iv) landscape gardening, including paving, artificial turf and sandpits;
(v) filtration uses by medical services; and
(vi) horse stables, as well as filtration media for fish farms, wineries and other primary production operations,
- The final sand material will be stockpiled on Lot 422, prior to retail sale from the site, or wholesale transport to purchasers.
- The proposal is intended to maintain the existing hours of operation, which are 6:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.
The total number of permanent staff anticipated on site at any one time is between 1 and 2.
Where can I view the information?
The documents setting out and explaining the development application are available to view under the "Documents" section of this page.
How can I comment?
Submissions on the Proposed development may be lodged by one of the following ways:
- Email your feedback to info@sjshire.wa.gov.au stating the following reference number: PA24/82
- A written submission, submitted by mail or in person to 6 Paterson Street, Mundijong, including the reference number: PA24/82
- Completing an online form below.
Submissions close 5pm Wednesday 12 March 2024
How can I find out more information?
The assessing teams contact details can be found on the right of this page. You can also contact the Shire's Administration Centre on 9526 1111.
