Stockwell RFI Response Letter Final 22.12.21 · MCU21/0175

AO7.1                                                development where it facilitates seamless
                                                     integration to the existing streetscape.
Development takes the form of small separate
buildings rather than large single bulky             In response to AO7.1 and AO7.5, the proposed
buildings and does not visually dominate the         Building 1 façade has been revised to provide
street, riverfront, adjacent properties,             the following:
surrounding spaces or the existing skyline.
                                                      ▪   clearly defined upper and lower levels of
AO7.2                                                     the buildings;
                                                      ▪   significant overhangs that create shadows
Buildings and structures have a scale and                 and interest in the built form;
building height consistent with development           ▪   panoramic windows that look out to the
on adjoining and surrounding land.                        street;
                                                      ▪   green wall along the façade wall; and
AO7.3                                                 ▪   natural timber battens and cladding
                                                          which protrudes the ground level façade.
Buildings and structures preserve the amenity
of adjoining land including sunlight to
neighbouring properties.                             The protruding features allow the proposed
                                                     development to have vertical and horizontal
AO7.4                                                ‘breaks’ between building façade which
                                                     minimises the bulky appearance and achieves
Development respects the scale of                    small separate building forms.
surrounding vegetation and maximises the
opportunity for retention of existing                The vegetation and timber battens on the
vegetation and incorporates soft landscaping         building façade allow harmonious assimilation
between buildings.                                   with the streetscape.

AO7.5                                           With regards to AO7.2 and AO7.4, a review of
                                                surrounding developments has identified that
Buildings and structures:                       6-9m height buildings are common within the
                                                area. On this basis, the proposed office and
    a. incorporate articulated roof forms       showroom buildings are determined to have a
        which are visible from the street and   consistent scale and building height. Please
        have a pitch of no less than 5 degrees; refer to the figures below.
    b. incorporate a mix of lightweight and
        textured external building materials
        or materials that reflect the natural
        environment such as timber and rock
        face;
    c. provide variation through
        articulation, texture and detailing;
    d. incorporate verandahs, open
        balconies or shaded patios for
        outdoor living, with open,                  Figure 1. Noosa Civic Shopping Centre Source: Google
        transparent or semi-open
        balustrades;
    e. use understated colour schemes and
        low-reflective roofing and cladding
        materials.