A group of concerned Sydneysiders have spoken out against a proposed apartment development which would obscure historic views.

The view to and from Observatory Hill would be impeded by the 21-storey apartment building in Central Barangaroo.

Jim Wilson backed residents describing the development as “heritage vandalism”, and called on Infrastructure NSW and Planning Minister Rob Stokes to reconsider the proposal.

“Stop this madness!

“It’s not progress, it’s ugly, and not befitting of the world’s best city.”

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Images: Millers Point Resident Action Group via The Sydney Morning Herald