This restaurateur gave his new eatery a colourful paint job. Now he faces a $6000 fine
But the new look drew the attention of Woollahra Council, which has ordered Fegent to repaint the Heeley Street property or risk a $6000 fine.
Fegent, who owns the terrace building at the Five Ways intersection, said he wanted to bring warmth and vibrancy to the area. 'Yellow is the prominent colour of the Venezuelan flag, and I chose a colour listed as a heritage by the paint supplier,' he said.
The restaurateur said he had no idea the paint job required prior approval, but felt he was being singled out nonetheless. 'There are lots of terrace houses in the Heritage Conservation Area with vibrant colours, including yellow – have they been issued notifications from council?' he said. He declined to name specific properties, to save them from facing the same issues he is.
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