Code Assessments · MCU21/0015

CODE ASSESSMENTS

Flood Hazard Overlay Code
Flood Hazard Overlay Code
Performance outcomes                                    Acceptable outcomes                                      Response

Floodplain protection, immunity and safety - for development areas
PO1                                                     AO1                                                      Complies
Development provides that for all flood events          The finished flood level is not less than the
up to and including the DFE :                           minimum design levels specified in Table 8.2.6.4         The proposal has a flood level of 2.4 m AHD, a finished
                                                                                                                 ground surface level of 2.4 m AHD, and a habitable
                                                                                                                 floor level of 2.7 m AHD
          1.   the safety of people on the site is
               protected; and
          2.   the risk of damage to property on
               the site is avoided or minimised as
               far as practicable.
PO2                                                    AO2                                                      N/A
All lots have sufficient area that is                  The minimum area above flood level (flood free area) for The proposal is not a proposal for subdivision
above the DFE flood level or where modelling is not each lot, is in accordance with Table 8.2.6.5.
available, the highest recorded flood level, to safely
and adequately accommodate the intended use.


PO3                                                     AO3                                                      N/A
For reconfiguring a lot or operational works,           Development areas are not filled to reduce flood risk.   The proposal is not a proposal for subdivision
development is undertaken in a manner that
ensures:


          1.   natural hydrological systems are
               protected from erosion, scour or flood
               damage on the premises or other
               premises;
          2.   natural landforms and drainage lines
               are maintained to protect the
               hydraulic performance of waterways
               and flood plain; and
          3.   development integrates with the
               natural landform rather than


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