Sustainable design code

9.4.6 Sustainable Building Design Code
Table 9.4.6.3 Criteria for assessable development
Energy efficiency Table 9.4.6.3 Criteria for assessment (part)

Performance outcomes                           Acceptable outcomes
Energy efficiency
PO1                                                                             Complies:
Development minimises energy consumption and   No acceptable outcome provided   The residential development is architecturally
the production of greenhouse gas emissions.                                     designed and will mitigate energy consumption
                                                                                through the use of energy efficient (or passive)
                                                                                design features to assist with better energy
                                                                                efficiency. Some these features include:
                                                                                       Weather protection and sun shading
                                                                                        (including eaves and overhangs that are
                                                                                        incorporated into the buildings facades of
                                                                                        the buildings).
                                                                                       Northern or east facing living areas where
                                                                                        possible
                                                                                       Well designed and located windows to
                                                                                        capture breezes and allow cross ventilation
                                                                                       Insulation provided to roof and walls
                                                                                       The development includes roof forms and
                                                                                        muted building colours to reduce solar heat
                                                                                        transfer.
                                                                                       Includes provision for non-mechanical
                                                                                        clothes drying areas for each dwelling.