planning report natasha

The setback to this presentation is considered to comply with PO12 of the Medium Density
Residential Zone Code for the following reasons-
 • The frontage of the site slopes down from east to west along the frontage and the proposal
     provides for landscaping at varied heights in front of the fence to screen the pool;
 • The screens are lightweight and adds visual interest to the facades when viewed from
     Katharina St – adding to the streetscape presentation in this Medium Density zoned location
     close to the Junction;
 • Do not create overlooking of the neighbouring properties;
 • No views are obstructed;


4.4 Sustainable Design Code
An assessment against the Performance Outcomes (PO8) of the Sustainable Building Design Code
is provided below.

 Performance Outcome                          Comment
 orientates buildings and windows to make      The design includes large balconies extending from the open kitchen/living
 the most of prevailing winds, natural        areas on the upper level. All bedrooms include natural light and access to the
 ventilation, and cross breezes;              open space areas, while the orientation lets winter light in the outdoor areas
                                              and in most instances on decks and balconies and importantly allows for cross
                                              breezes and natural ventilation.
 maximises shade to east and west walls;      Sunshades and eaves are included to shade walls.
 contains an open and permeable built form    All dwellings have direct access to outdoor areas and large balconies. The
 that connects indoor and outdoor spaces in   balconies connect to the living spaces to provide BBQ and outdoor living
 an integrated design;                        opportunities.
 retains existing vegetation and natural      Although not proposing to retain trees on the sloping sites, the design proposes
 shading where possible;                      large plantings along both frontages to allow for shading and a vegetated
                                              presentation to the street and the internal driveways.
 incorporates passive building design to      The design steps down the sloping site and provides windows and large open
 reduce the need for auxiliary heating and    areas to provide for passive cooling and natural breeze flow through the
 cooling;                                     dwellings.
 uses low toxic internal and                  A mix of low toxic internal and external materials are incorporated for the
 external building materials;                 construction which will ensure long lasting design that does not require regular
                                              maintenance.
 uses natural light rather than artificial    Natural light is provided through byway of window and doors to all levels.
 light, and may include skylights, atriums
 and light wells;
 provides a minimum floor to ceiling height   3m floor to ceiling heights are provided to all dwellings.
 of 2.7 metres; and
 enables efficient operation and use of       The design allows for medium density living and privacy to each of the units,
 the building.                                while also allowing for users to easily flow between the main living and
                                              bedroom levels.




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