Code Assessments · MCU21/0015

CODE ASSESSMENTS

Landscaping Code
Performance outcomes                    Acceptable Outcomes                                  Response
        8. separating and defining      AO5.8                                                N/A
           pedestrian and vehicle       Root guards are utilised around species with
                                        potentially invasive roots to avoid trip hazards.
           circulation routes.
                                        AO5.9                                                Complies
                                        Landscaping allows for safe vehicle sight lines at
                                        driveways.
                                        Editor's Note— Refer to Figure 9.4.5.4
Energy efficiency                                                                            Complies
PO6                                     AO6.1
Landscaping assists in passive          Landscape elements are positioned to shade
solar access, the provision of shade,   walls, windows and outdoor areas from
microclimate management and energy      afternoon (western) sun.
conservation.                           AO6.2                                                Complies
                                        Landscapes facilitate winter sun access to
                                        living areas, north facing windows and public
                                        spaces.
                                        AO6.3                                           Complies
                                        Landscapes, fences and walls allow exposure
                                        of living and public areas to prevailing summer
                                        breezes and protection against winter winds.
                                        AO6.4                                          Complies
                                        Landscape elements do not shade solar
                                        collector devices during the middle 6 hours of
                                        the day.
Stormwater Drainage                                                                          Complies
PO7                                     No acceptable outcome provided
Landscaping integrates stormwater


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