The map shows the location of the Former Port Phillip Woollen Mill - the site of the proposed development by Nelson Place Village had its zone changed by the minister from  industrial and special use to residential RES1. The Developer Nelson Place Village P/L sought the amendment from the minister outside of the local government planning procedures.  The developer is now seeking a height limit of 50 metres as per August 2010 indicative plans before the Advisory Committee which would accommodate a high-rise building of up to 17 storeys.

The current residential height limit is 2 to 3 storeys (DDO4 and DDO8) for Williamstown & Heritage Overlays H01 and H02 as set out in the City of Hobsons Bay Council Planning Scheme. The Development Plan Overlay proposed by the developer before it was removed from Council’s responsibility can be viewed here. This shows quite clearly that the application is seeking to make changes in a zone which is adjacent to the shipyard site occupied by BAE Systems and Mobil Major Hazard Facility as well as other locations designated by Council as an industrial zone.

Below pictures of the site - showing the current height in comparison to the Timeball Tower and views up and down Nelson Place