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building developments, and alterations and additions to existing buildings, that are respectful of, and maintain the integrity of, the heritage area’s cultural heritage significance, its established character and visual amenity. (iii) To conserve the cultural significance of the heritage area, which is significant for the reasons explained in the statement of significance for the area "
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The area was first developed by James
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