Development Application - MOD2023/0030 - 19 Strand Street, Forster NSW 2428
Property description: 19 Strand Street, Forster NSW 2428
Applicant: Forster-Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ltd
Proposal: Conduct five outdoor functions per year for a five-year period
On exhibition until: 4:30pm Tuesday 23 May 2023
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Please ensure you provide feedback by 4:30pm Tuesday 23 May 2023.
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