Angela Camardi, the owner of Mrs Pasta, a family-run Italian restaurant in Balmain, Sydney, has criticized the Inner West Council for demanding she pay $15,000 to rectify a non-compliant awning. Installed last year to shield diners from weather and debris from a nearby pine tree, the awning has become a point of contention following complaints about noise from patrons dining outside. Camardi has launched a GoFundMe campaign, aiming to raise $2,800, and has so far collected $635. She argues that the council's requirements for removal and reconstruction are excessive, especially since other local establishments have not encountered similar issues. Additionally, the council has flagged her kitchen range-hood as unapproved, with compliance costs projected at $25,000. While many community members have rallied to support her, some have questioned why she did not seek the necessary approvals before installation. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by small businesses amid strict council regulations.