Council staff are set to recommend councillors approve a controversial drug recovery house, despite fierce opposition from neighbours.

A public forum on the proposed development saw nearby residents strongly object the recovery house.

Council received more than 30 submissions opposed to turning the former bed and breakfast into a drug treatment facility, covering concerns ranging from property values to safety. 

While both sides attempted to sway councillors before Monday night’s general meeting, assessment officer Cameron Collins confirmed the staff recommendation was to approve the development application. 

It’s the third attempt at building such a facility for Debbie Cox, who told The Daily Advertiser before the meeting that neighbours had nothing to fear.

“I would not even entertain the thought of putting anyone in danger,” Mrs Cox said. 

The meeting begins at 6pm.