Neighbors who could soon live near two high-rise buildings are expressing concerns about a proposed development on King Street East in Kitchener.

The twin-tower development project located at 4611 King Street East includes two mixed-use buildings. One tower would reach 30 stories while the other could reach 25 stories.

“I don’t think this is the right site for any development,” said Wendy Johnston, a woman who lives on a nearby street.

If the buildings proceed as planned, the development would include 748 rental units including commercial, office and residential space.

But the project is not yet complete.

“We’re always looking to hear from residents and get their feedback,” City of Kitchener Senior Planner Eric Schneider told CTV News.

Residents have the opportunity to voice their concerns to the city, and directly to the developer, at a meeting Wednesday evening.

“It always makes our job easier when we hear the concerns loud and clear and we’re able to focus on the issues and look for a way forward,” Schneider said before the meeting. “I look forward to continuing discussions with residents and also involving the developer and applicant.”

Water was a major concern for some residents.

“We are deeply concerned about the potential contamination of our private wells as well as the interruption of our water supply. We rely directly and solely on our private wells for our water,” Johnston said.

Other residents worried about possible traffic jams.

“It’s too close to the 401 to run traffic lights. It’s totally impossible,” said neighbor Rollie Galbraith.

“You can see the paint lines halfway through the development, that’s where they start to merge for the on-ramp to the 401. Very difficult, if not impossible, to turn right during rush hour,” Galbraith said. “Totally impossible, impractical, to try to turn left at any time.”

Urban planning applications to amend the official plan and amend the zoning by-law are currently under study.

The proposal is expected to be submitted to the city council on December 2.

CTV News has contacted LJM Developments for comment.