âThe works sit wholly within the Elements of Byron property,â resort owners said.
âIn 2017 we applied to the Department (Coastal Panel) for a permanent approval, which we were informed was not required due to the works being on private land.
âAs landowners and under this regime we are required to maintain the structure for safety and integrity in perpetuity.
âThis is the first time since 2016 that we have needed to carry out any maintenance works. These works are limited to a small section of the overall structure.â
According to Elements, the contractor, Hardingâs, had conferred with the councilâs works department about the work and beach access.
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The owners of Elements of Byron Resort say sandbagging works on the shore at Belongil are being undertaken in accordance with their legislative responsibilities.
Sandbagging has been undertaken on the beach outside the resort.
Elements has cited recent weather events, the dynamic nature of Belongil Creek and erosion as reasons for the ârepair and maintenance worksâ.
âWe are undertaking maintenance and repair on the existing geo-bag wall at the front of the resort due to it becoming unsafeâ Dion McPhee from Elements of Byron said.
âThe works will protect the frontal dunes and ensure public safetyâ.
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The owners of Elements of Byron Resort say sandbagging works on the shore at Belongil are being undertaken in accordance with their legislative responsibilities.
Sandbagging has been undertaken on the beach outside the resort.
Elements has cited recent weather events, the dynamic nature of Belongil Creek and erosion as reasons for the ârepair and maintenance worksâ.
âWe are undertaking maintenance and repair on the existing geo-bag wall at the front of the resort due to it becoming unsafeâ Dion McPhee from Elements of Byron said.
âThe works will protect the frontal dunes and ensure public safetyâ.