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Darebin Appropriate Development Association Charter (November, 2022)   Since 2005 Darebin Appropriate Development Association DADA, is a group of residents of Darebin concerned with inappropriate development. DADA represents and provides assistance to residents who might feel unheard and powerless when development is happening near them. DADA acts to preserve the nature and character of our welcoming community and influence planning at all levels of government to ensure appropriate … Read More.. about About DADA

“Greenwashing” in Darebin, a cautionary tale

A cautionary tale for those who seek to buy apartments off the plan.

DADA is very concerned about the rise of development applications that include green and sustainable features that fail to appear in the final building.

This problem is, in part, is due to failure of oversight by Councillors. Variations and amendments to the approved designs are decided ‘in house’ in the planning department alone. They are usually approved automatically and buyers, if not diligent only discover the missing green features, if they are lucky, just before they hand over final payment.

The article below mentions developments heartily supported by Darebin Councillors for their green credentials.

DADA would like to hear from anyone who has been a victim of ‘greenwashing’.  Contact: Dada <darebinada@gmail.com>

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