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Residential Use Code
RESIDENTIAL USE CODE
For All Residential Uses
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Effects of Use
Electricity supply infrastructure
O1 S1.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
The development does not adversely impact on No solution provided. The development will not affect electricity supply
existing or future electricity supply infrastructure; infrastructure.
AND
O2 S2.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
All uses and works maintain an adequate safe Development for uses adjacent to or within 50m There is an existing electricity substation located
distance from electrical infrastructure including of an existing electricity substation incorporates on the site. The development application material
substations, overhead powerlines, power poles and noise attenuation measures to mitigate noise shows the substation being moved on site to be
transformers. impacts; located closer to the road and away from the
AND residential buildings. The acoustic impacts of the
substation will be limited.
S2.2 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Buildings and structures (including swimming pools, The development is not located within any
sheds, tennis courts or outbuildings) are not electricity easement.
constructed under overhead electricity
transmission lines, or within electricity easements;
AND
S2.3
A minimum separation distance is maintained from
the electricity transmission line to the closest
boundary of habitable buildings and child activity areas,
as follows
a) 20m for transmission lines up to 132kV;
b) 30m for transmission lines between 133kV and
275kV; and
c) 40m for transmission lines greater than 275kV.
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Environmentally Sustainable Building Design
Hot Water Systems17
O3 S3.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Hot water systems are installed and operated to All hot water systems installed are The development will be provided with efficient
support the efficient use of natural resources and a) solar systems; or hot water systems.
minimise consequent pollution such as greenhouse b) electric heat pump systems; or
gas emissions. c) natural gas or LPG systems; or
d) any combination of a), b) or c).
Water supply and conservation Not Applicable
O4 S4.1
On-site water storage is designed and operated to If in a designated rainwater tank area as identified The site is connected to reticulated water supply.
support the efficient use of water; in Map 1 of Schedule 8, residential uses that qualify
as class 1A or 1B structures under the Building
AND Code of Australia have a rainwater tank or tanks in
accordance with Schedule 8.
AND
O5 S5.1 Not Applicable
On-site water storage is adequate for Where not in a water service area a The site is connected to reticulated water supply.
occupants every day use and fire fighting rainwater tank of a minimum of 60,000 litres is
purposes. provided for each dwelling unit, with the
exception of Multiple Housing Type 1.
Erosion and sediment control
O6 S6.1 Complies with Specific Outcomes
Development does not cause erosion or result in No solution provided. The development will be undertaken so as to not
transport of sediments off-site. cause erosion or the transportation of sediments.
Advisory Note
Persons undertaking development, including building work,
are required under the Environmental Protection (Water)
Policy 1997 (EPP) to ensure that sediment and other material
including building waste, sawdust, concrete, cement or paint
are not deposited or released into a roadside gutter,
stormwater drain or waterway, or into a place where it could
reasonably be expected to move or be washed into a roadside
gutter, stormwater drain or waterway and are not washed from
the site. Council enforces the EPP and penalties may apply.
17 This does not apply to buildings which qualify as Class 1A or 1B structures under the Building code of Australia
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Amenity and Built form
Safety and security
O7 S7.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
For Multiple Housing Types 2, 3 and 4, The building entrance is clearly identifiable and The development is already provided with a clear
buildings and outdoor spaces are designed to visible from the street, footpath and driveway; building entrance, which will be provided with a
protect the personal security and safety of residents AND porte cochere, which is sufficiently visible and
by allowing for natural surveillance. signposted. Entry to the new buildings will be
restricted for security purposes.
S7.2 Complies with the Probable Solution
The internal path network has clear sightlines to The internal paths will have clear sightlines.
the dwelling entry and street access points;
AND
S7.3 Complies with the Probable Solution
Visitors have direct access to the entrance without All visitors to the site will not have to pass through
passing through private outdoor living areas. any private outdoor living areas.
Emergency access
O8 S8.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
For Multiple housing Type 3, 4 & 5, site design No solution provided. The development provides clear access for
and layout ensures efficient access and egress for emergency vehicles as well as a designated
emergency vehicles. ambulance bay.
Separation of incompatible uses
O9 S9.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Development is designed to minimise noise Bedroom windows are at least 3m away from All bedroom windows will be located at least 3m
carrying between dwelling units or accommodation units shared driveways or carparking areas of adjacent from driveways and car parking areas.
by locating noise sensitive spaces such as dwelling units or accommodation units.
bedrooms away from noise generating areas of the
development, such as carparking areas or mechanic
plant and equipment or recreational facilities.
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Mechanical plant & equipment
O10 S10.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Mechanical plant and equipment associated with Mechanical plant and equipment, including pool The development will not have any mechanical
Residential Uses are designed and located so as and spa pumps, pool heaters, air-conditioning units plant equipment, with the exception of air-
not have an adverse impact on the visual amenity and refrigeration units are conditioning units and kitchen refrigeration units
of the site or surrounding areas. a) where located at ground level, screened by which will be located appropriately.
fencing 1.5m in height or dense vegetation of at
least 1.5m in width incorporating grouped trees The development will be visually integrated with
and shrubs with maximum separation distance the existing buildings on the site.
of 1m measured from the centre of the plant;
and
b) for Multiple housing Type 2, 3 & 4 are visually
integrated into the line and plane of the building
and roof design and do not project beyond the
height or width of the building when viewed
from the street and adjoining properties.
Ancillary recreation uses
O11 S11.1 Not Applicable
Ancillary recreation uses, such as outdoor tennis If the use involves ancillary use of outdoor courts The development does not involve any ancillary
courts and half netball courts, do not have an including tennis courts, half courts and netball recreation uses.
adverse effect on the amenity enjoyed by users of courts the use complies with the requirements in
adjacent or nearby premises. Section 2 of PSP8 Tennis and Other Courts.
Privacy
O12 S12.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
For Multiple Housing Types 2, 3 and 4, Transparent doors and windows are designed and All transparent doors and windows are located in
building and structures are designed and sited to located so they do not directly face transparent excess of 10 metres apart.
ensure the visual privacy of residents of the doors or windows or the private open space areas
development and neighbouring properties is of other dwelling units within 10 metres;
protected. AND
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Figure 14-2 Privacy Measures S12.2 Complies with the Probable Solution
Planter boxes, louvre screens, pergolas, The development will be single level.
landscaping and architectural design of balconies
are used to screen the ground floor private open
space of dwelling units or accommodation units from
upper level units (refer to Figure 14-2 Privacy
Measures which illustrates how trees, awnings,
screens, fences and planter boxes reduce minimise
the ability to directly look into neighbouring homes
and yards).
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Access to Sunlight
O13 S13.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
For Multiple housing, buildings and structures are Development does not reduce sunlight to at least The development will not reduce sunlight to any
designed and sited so as not to unreasonably 50% of the private open space areas of any adjoining private open space areas.
diminish the existing sunlight to adjoining residences to less to than 2 hours between 9am and
residences and associated private open space areas; 3pm on any day of the year;
AND OR
S13.2
Where overshadowing by existing structures and
fences occurs to more than 50% of the private open
space areas of any adjoining residences, sunlight is
not further reduced by more than 20%.
(See Figure 14-3 Preventing overshadowing)
O14 S14.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Multiple housing is designed and sited to No solution provided. The development will not affect solar access to any
minimise the extent of shadows cast on solar adjoining buildings.
photovoltaic cells on roofs of adjoining buildings.
Sloping sites
O15 S15.1 Not Applicable
On sloping sites, buildings and structures are designed Buildings and structures on sloping sites Whilst the site is sloping, the building platform is
to maximise the use of the natural topography and a) have a maximum distance of 3m between the not sloping.
minimise the need for cut and fill. ground and the lowest part of the floor of the
building or the building incorporates undercroft
skirting or screening (eg. timber battens) to the
full height of any undercroft area higher than
3m above ground level at the perimeter of the
building;
b) are of split level design that step down the slope
or have suspended floor construction;
c) limit the amount of cut or fill to less than 1.5m
in depth; and
d) do not result in the spread of fill beyond the
footprint of the building and associated batters.
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Wall length and detailing
O16 S16.1 Not Applicable
Within the Semi-attached Housing, Attached The maximum wall length is 15m; The site is not located within the Semi-attached
Housing and Visitor Mixed Use Zones buildings AND Housing, Attached Housing or Visitor Mixed Use
and other structures provide for visual interest and Zone.
amenity by S16.2
a) staggering or separating continuous walls into Wall planes incorporate design elements to add
smaller sections to vary the elevation; and visual interest and amenity, such as windows,
b) providing well articulated building forms with pergolas, sun shading devices and variations in
strong vertical design features. balcony styles.
For Multiple housing Type 2 - Duplex
O17 is not appropriate as the development is not for Multiple housing type 2- Duplex
For Multiple housing Type 3 Retirement & special needs
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
Effects of use
Amenity
O18 S18.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
The development is designed to minimise potential A screen fence of a minimum 1.8m height is The existing fences will be retained. This provides
conflicts with surrounding uses and provide erected on all side and rear boundaries; sufficient privacy for adjoining buildings.
privacy for the residents. AND
S18.2 Not Applicable
Communal recreational facilities such as swimming The development does not involve any communal
pools, tennis courts, bowling greens or play recreation facilities.
equipment are located at least 15m from bedrooms
of dwelling units or accommodation units and avoid
adverse impacts on neighbouring properties.
O19 S19.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Development provides for adequate night lighting No solution provided. Adequate night lighting will be provided along all
along all driveways and footpaths throughout the walkways and driveways.
site such that the full path of travel is illuminated;
AND
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
O20 S20.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Lighting is shielded so as not to adversely impact No solution provided. All lighting will be directed internally to the site so
upon neighbouring residents. as to not cause nuisance to any neighbouring
properties.
O21 S21.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Development is located within reasonable access to The development is within 500m (measured along The development is within 500m of both a service
a variety of essential services and facilities, a sealed footpath with grade of no more than 5% station (retail business use) and a golf course (open
including retail and medical facilities and public or 1:20) of at least 2 of the following space use).
transport services. a) Retail business uses;
b) Medical centre;
c) Open space uses; or
d) Wellbeing uses;
OR
S21.2 Complies with the Probable Solution
Public transport is located within 250m (measured There is a bus stop located on Golf Course Drive
along a sealed footpath with grade of no more than on the far side of Carramar Street. It is serviced by
5% or 1:20) of the development. the 628 bus.
Built Form
O22 S22.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Individual dwelling units or accommodation units No more than 4 adjoining or consecutive dwelling The development is for one large accommodation
are clearly identifiable for residents and visitors units or accommodation units have the same external building on site as opposed to separate units. The
such that buildings are varied in their architectural materials, colours or finishes. building will be different to the existing buildings
style, construction materials, colours and finishes. on site and easily recognisable.
O23 S23.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Buildings are designed to visually address internal The main entry and approach to the dwelling unit or The development is for one large building on site
roads, or if no internal roads, the external roads. accommodation unit are clearly defined and visible as opposed to separate units. The entry point to
from the internal road and footpaths; the building will be defined and visible.
AND
S23.2 Complies with the Probable Solution
The windows of living areas face the internal road The windows of the living areas will open onto the
or communal outdoor recreational spaces. courtyard.
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COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2 ASSESSMENT
SPECIFIC OUTCOMES PROBABLE SOLUTIONS (if code assessable)
O24 S24.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
The development is designed to encourage No solution provided. The development provide ample communal areas,
interaction between residents by providing both internal and external, for residents to meet.
comfortable seating within communal areas and in
the areas where residents are likely to encounter
each other such as along pedestrian paths.
Accessibility
O25 S25.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Development is sited and designed such that all Paths of travel to and throughout the The development utilise appropriate grades for
paths of travel are accessible by wheelchair. development, including to all common areas and wheelchair accessibility.
facilities, have a maximum gradient change of 1:8
over short distances (max 1.5m) and 1:14 over
longer distances.
Parking & access
O26 S26.1 Not Applicable
Parking for boats, trailers and caravans is provided No solution provided. The development is for aged care and parking for
on-site; these types of vehicles is inappropriate.
AND
O27 S27.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Visitor parking spaces are located conveniently No solution provided. The development is provided with sufficient visitor
accessible to all dwelling units or accommodation units. parking which is located adjoining the
administration block, which is most appropriate.
Site facilities
O28 S28.1 Complies with the Specific Outcome
Waste storage areas, letter boxes and external No solution provided. The waste storage area is located appropriately
storage areas are sited and designed for attractive where it can be readily accessed. There are not
visual appearance and function, and complement additional letter boxes or external storage areas
the architecture and environs; proposed.
AND
O29 S29.1 Complies with the Probable Solution
Areas of high pedestrian traffic, such as driveways, Hard surfacing such as paving or concrete is Hard surfacing (concrete, bitumen or the like) will
walkways, entries, outdoor patios, and in the provided to high traffic areas including driveway, be provided on all high traffic areas.
vicinity of waste storage areas , letterboxes and walkways, entries, outdoor patios, and in the
clotheslines, are provided with a safe, smooth vicinity of waste storage areas, letter boxes and
surface accessible for people across a range of clothes lines.
abilities and ages.
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For Multiple housing Type 4 Conventional
O30-35 are not appropriate as the development is not for Multiple housing type 4 - Conventional
For Multiple housing Type 5 Relocatable
O36-42 are not appropriate as the development is not for Multiple housing type 5 - Relocatable
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