Following the end of the consultation period for 111 new flats in the town, the feedback received has been largely positive - despite concerns from residents nearby regarding light.
In August, plans were submitted to Ipswich Borough Council for the new flats to be built opposite Ipswich Railway Station in Ranelagh Road.
The plans included 111 flats with commercial units and parking which would be spread across three separate blocks that are "high quality and contemporary".
The consultation period has ended, with a number of organisations having their input into the plans.
Network Rail said it "strongly recommends" that should the application be approved, developers comply with their comments and requirements to maintain the safe operation of the station and railway.
It said that the developer "must ensure" that the proposal, during construction and following completion, "does not encroach onto Network Rail land, affect the safety, operation or integrity of the company's railway and its infrastructure or adversely affect any railway land or structure".
Suffolk police said the force did not object to the application but they did request a couple of measures.
One of these being CCTV coverage, with all communal entrances, stairwells, doors onto the access decks, the decks themselves, the entire underground parking, the walkways and rear entrances needing to be covered.
Police also recommended that the CCTV is capable of being monitored remotely.
They also that that it is a "common problem across the town for the communal areas of apartments to be used by those wishing to take drugs".
They said: "It is therefore very encouraging that the architect has confirmed that the building will be subject to compartmentation, with residents only being able to access the terrace of six flats."
Five residents nearby sent in their thoughts as well.
One said that the development "is a good addition to the area, bringing much-needed housing".
Others, however, objected, stating they would lose "direct and natural light" from entering their flats/houses.
There were also concerns about the area being overcrowded and a lack of parking spaces in the area.
The plans are to be discussed soon by the council.
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