The Potts Point restaurateur, the ‘interrogation’ streetlights and a $7000 bill
Nahji Chu, the owner of Lady Chu in Potts Point, is in a dispute with the City of Sydney council over street lights she deems excessive. After painting over the lights to reduce their brightness, she was warned by the council that she could face a cleaning bill. Chu has expressed her frustration with council officials and is considering legal action if a bill is issued.
- ▪Nahji Chu has been vocal about her issues with the City of Sydney council for over a year.
- ▪The conflict escalated when Chu painted over bright street lights that she found intrusive.
- ▪Chu has threatened to take legal action against the council if they send her a cleaning bill.
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