MCU10/2083 Development Application part 2 - Attachment 3 - Architectural Design Report and Statement of Landscape Intent

Water Sensitive Design Initiatives

The storm water design for the site includes bioretention areas in the car park and rain gardens along the
boundaries with adjoining residences. Both areas will be similarly landscaped, utilising key design and
construction principles developed by the Healthy Waterways partnership. Plant species will include Carex,
Isolepis, Dianella, Gahnia and Juncus, selected for their suitability for their water purifying qualities, general
hardiness and ease of maintenance.

Climatic Considerations
The site is oriented to the north east. Negative influences, predominantly cold westerly winds and hot north-
westerly winds are buffered by the building. The use of clear trunked canopy trees and low understorey
plantings to the northern and eastern boundaries will ensure that any prevailing north easterlies can enter and
effectively cool the site. Canopy trees along the northern alignment will shade the car park area through the
summer months.




                                                                   STATEMENT OF LANDSCAPE INTENT     P2       Issue A 18/10/2010

 DONOVAN HILL                                                                          THE HIVE Noosaville - 980