20180497 - NSC MCU Request - Coastal Protection Area · MCU18/0206

 Specific Outcome O16 - : Roof Forms—
                  Specific Outcomes                                                  Supporting Information
 (a) Contribute positively to the local skyline               • The main roof pitch is 7 degrees, in a ‘butterfly’ design.
                                                                Smaller sections of flatter pitched roofing /eaves surround
                                                                the main roof. This ads interest to the streetscape. The
                                                                hardwood timber battens on the façade match the
                                                                balustrade of the ocean outlook platform, so from the street
                                                                it will be difficult to determine if the area has a roof top
                                                                terrace, or if it is a design feature.

 (b)   Complement the low density character of the            • The rooftop terrace expresses a relaxed coastal building
       locality                                                 style that will enhance amenity for users of the premises by
                                                                maximising their ability to enjoy the vista to the beach.
                                                              • Given the nature of the area it would not be unexpected to
                                                                have dwellings with roof top viewing areas in such a locality.

 (c)   do not present an appearance of excessive bulk to      • The proposal has a skillion pitched roof design in keeping
       side neighbours (eg. avoid low pitched roofs or box      with the intent and character of the locality.
       profiles/parapets);                                    • The wide eaves reduce the bulk of the dwelling

 (d)   use simple traditional roof designs                    • The roof will be a variety of pitches, with the main section
                                                                being 7 degrees.
 (e)   offer shading to the walls and windows of the          • The 1200mm wide eaves shade the walls and windows of
       dwelling unit;                                           the dwelling
 (f)   Do not create opportunities for residents to           • The scenic vista is the ocean to the east. The roof has been
       overlook the private open space areas of                 designed to restrict short distance viewing to adjacent
       neighbouring properties.                                 dwellings, yet enable long distance viewing of the ocean.



The development proposal incorporates design elements that respect the character of the area and the difficult site
topography. It is considered to be consistent with the character of the area and will not negatively impact the locality. As
detailed above, this application can be supported on numerous grounds. I look forward to your response and trust you find
the supporting information sufficient for assessment, your careful consideration of the proposal against the relevant
Performance Criteria will be greatly appreciated.

Should you have any further queries please don’t hesitate to contact this office




Liz Woollard
Building Certifier
Accreditation No: A1054226