THA boss calls for city vision

TASMANIAN Hospitality Association chief Steve Old says job opportunities from any new development had to be weighed against the future vision for the city to see “if the development fits”.

Mr Old said a plan reflecting what Tasmanians want for Hobart and the rest of the state was desperately needed.

“What is the vision for our state and cities?” Mr Old said.

“Where do we see ourselves in five, 10 and 20 years?

“They are key questions that need to be asked and an- swered and then it is clear for everyone, when a development comes forward, when it fits the vision and when it doesn’t.”

Shadows cast from the buildings were a significant concern for RACT boss Harvey Lennon.

“We are at a lower latitude, and for a big part of the year the sun is pretty low in the sky, so big buildings are going to cast a big shadow,’’ Mr Lennon said.

“Just that element takes away from the beautiful winter days we have in our city — the beautiful blue skies and the clear, crisp mornings.

“If you’ve got a big building casting a massive shadow for blocks in our city — that would be a shame.”

Fragrance also has entered into a contract with UTAS for prime CBD real estate on Sandy Bay Rd which includes the main conservatorium building, a warehouse, three brick buildings on Heathfield Avenue, three heritage-listed conjoined cottages on Wilmot St and a communications tower.