2022-07-12 Planning & Environment Meeting Agenda

PLANNING & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                          12 JULY 2022


2.    CONCLUSION & REASONS FOR DECISION
The application was originally reported to Council recommending the application be refused due
to non-compliance with site cover, plot ratio, setbacks and landscaping. After meeting with Council
officers, the applicant amended the proposal so that it is now proposed to develop 10 x dwelling
units, with 8 of the proposed dwelling units to be small dwelling units. As the ratio of small dwelling
units is at a ratio of at least 3:4 bonus provisions apply. The bonus provisions allow for increased
site cover and plot ratio and reduced landscaping. The amended proposal now complies with site
cover and plot ratio.
The amended proposal has increased the front setback to 5.0 metres, with some part of the
building’s setback up to 7.0 metres. The proposed setback is supported and is consistent with an
outcome that was agreed between the parties.
Whilst the application remains short of the required landscaped area the variation is minor, noting
that the soft landscaping exceeds the scheme requirement.
The amended proposal results in reduced setbacks to the rear boundary which are generally
supportable. The reduced setback to 2 upper-level decks, at 1.5 metres, requires treatment to
address overlooking
The amended proposal plans are short of 1 visitor car space it is recommended that a condition
be included to require the provision of this space.
The application is recommended for approval.
Departments/Sections Consulted:
     Chief Executive Officer          Community Services                      Corporate Services
     Executive Officer                Community Development                   Financial Services
     Executive Support                Community Facilities                    ICT
                                      Libraries & Galleries                   Procurement & Fleet
                                      Local Laws                              Property
                                      Waste & Environmental Health            Revenue Services

     Executive Services           x   Environment & Sustainable Development   Infrastructure Services
     Community Engagement             Building & Plumbing Services            Asset Management
     Customer Service             x   Development Assessment                  Buildings and Facilities
     Governance                       Economic Development                    Civil Operations
     People and Culture               Environmental Services                  Disaster Management
                                      Strategic Land Use Planning             Infrastructure Planning,
                                  x
                                                                              Design and Delivery




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