Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU25 0067 (As Published)

                   e. allow for space and landscaping to be provided between buildings including adequate area
                      at ground level for landscaping with trees, shrubs, outdoor living and utilities;
                   f.   be consistent with the predominant character of the surrounding area; and
                   g. protect the natural character and avoid adverse impacts on ecologically important
                      areas such as national parks, waterways and wetlands.
               Front Setbacks
               The Acceptable Outcome prescribes front boundary setbacks on a per-storey basis. While the
               lower-level car parking area is located 1 metre below natural ground level, it does not meet the
               definition of a compliant basement as it is not backfilled to natural ground level. Accordingly, the
               car parking area constitutes Storey 1.
               Second Storey
               Storey 2 encroaches marginally protrudes into the 6-metre setback, comprising a architectural
               element of approximately 400mm, as illustrated below. Given its minimal extent, this variation is
               considered negligible and does not materially impact the intent of the setback requirement.




                                              Figure 9 – Second Storey Setback Variation

               Third Storey
               The third storey provides a front setback ranging from 5.3 to 6.3 metres. This minor intrusion arises
               primarily from the classification of the lower level as a storey rather than a basement, rather than
               any substantive increase in the building’s scale or visual presence. Importantly, the existing
               development approval for the site accepted a comparable setback at this level. In this context, the
               encroachment is considered appropriate and consistent with the established development pattern
               of the site, while maintaining the intent of the setback requirement.
               Fourth Storey
               The uppermost level provides a varied front setback of 8.05 -12 metres and relates to a balcony
               and a portion of Unit 14, as illustrated below. This level incorporates a range of materials, finishes,
               and articulated building elements, with a staggered design that effectively reduces the perceived
               bulk and scale of the development. The area of variation also largely relates to a balcony, which is
               predominantly an open structure and therefore has limited visual impact when viewed from the
               street.




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Version: 14, Version Date: 13/08/2026