10. Sustainable design code

Performance outcomes                                    Acceptable outcomes
         6. uses low toxic internal and external        development comply with PO8.      The development incorporates passive
             building materials;                                                           building design to mitigate reliance of
         7. uses natural light rather than artificial                                      mechanical cooling and heating techniques,
             light, and may include skylights,                                             by embracing natural breezes and light;
             atriums and light wells;                                                     Each habitable room includes a minimum of
         8. contains a minimum of two openings                                             2 openings through the use of windows and
             per habitable room;                                                           openings above doors where necessary;
         9. provides a minimum floor to ceiling                                           Each dwelling includes a minimum 2.7m
             height of 2.7 metres; and                                                     floor to ceiling height;
         10. enables efficient operation and use of                                       Incorporates light shades and muted
             the building.                                                                 colours on the buildings to reduce solar
                                                                                           heat transfer; and
                                                                                          Includes non-mechanical clothes drying
Editor's Note: Refer to Figure 9.4.6.4.                                                    areas to each dwelling.