Development Application part 2 of 2 Report and Plans MCU13/0030

    KHA DEVELOPMENT MANAGERS                                                         TOWN PLANNING REPORT 11428




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    4.0 PROPOSAL


    It is proposed to undertake extensions and alterations to the existing Kabara Aged Care Facility          in
    accordance with the Architectural Plans prepared by Foster Designs included in Attachment B.


    The proposal will be undertaken in the following stages:
          .   Stage 1: Extensions to existing building A (8additional beds)
          .   Stage 2: Demolition of existing building C (20 beds); and replacement with new building (32
              beds) totalling 12 additional beds.
          .   Stage 3 or 4: Internal alterations to existing buildings A and B (3additional beds)


    Design! Built Form
    The proposed extensions and alterations will include an additional 23 beds taking the overall site total
    to 94 beds. Communal facilities including lounge rooms, dining areas, balconies are provided along
    with staff rooms, kitchens and treatment areas. A new building will be constructed (building C) while

    buildings A and B will be extended and altered. The proposed extensions to Kabara will integrate
    with existing buildings and facilities on site.


    The   proposed development is two storeys in height and has been designed to complement the
    existing facility and the surrounding town character.        The building design incorporates pitched roofs
    and is well articulated and uses large overhang areas to create depth and visual relief.


    The proposed extensions comprise a gross floor area of 3,278m2, which combined with the existing

    gross floor area of 2,l72m2, results in a total gross floor area of 5,450m2. Site cover of the total
    existing and proposed development is 29.75%. The development has a maximum height of 2 storeys.

    A typical rooming unit will include a bedroom area along with a bathroom, toilet and shower.
    Communal dining and lounge areas are provided.



    Landscaping
    Landscaping areas to soften the built form and enhance site amenity are proposed in accordance with
    the Proposal Plans prepared by Foster Designs.


    Access and Parking

    Existing site access will be retained with a new driveway crossover and carpark from Topaz Street in
    the north western corner of the site.        The new carpark will provide 19 car spaces including 1 disabled

    space. All vehicles will be able enter and leave the site in a forward motion.


    Stormwater
    Stormwater will be collected and treated onsite and           discharged to a lawful point of discharge in
    accordance with the Integrated Stormwater Management Plan prepared by callaghan & Toth included
    in Attachment C.


    Waste Disposal
    A central bin store and wash down area is currently provided.          The existing arrangement for waste
    will be maintained with the location of the waste area to be slightly relocated to a more appropriate

    position.




    Development Application For Material Change of Use
    Kabara aged care facility
    20 Topaz Street, Cooroy