2015-09-15 Planning & Organisation Committee Agenda

PLANNING & ORGANISATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                           15 SEPTEMBER 2015


REPORT
1.   PROPOSAL
The proposal is for a Men’s Shed facility located on a triangular portion of State Forest land near
the intersection of School and Reserve Streets, Pomona. It is proposed that members will use the
existing 84m² forestry shed until funding is secured for an 96m² extension to the existing shed;
giving a total planned area of 180m². Figure 1 below shows a floor plan and an architectural
rendering of the proposal.




Figure 1 – Existing building, extension and artists impression

The Australian Men’s Shed Association is a community based, not for profit organisation accessible
to all men. Its primary purpose is to provide a safe and friendly meeting environment with the
objective of advancing the well being and health of its members.

The applicant indicates the group will meet approximately 3 half days per week to undertake
projects, enjoy tea, coffee and conversation. The applicant also indicates that it is unlikely the
number of meeting days will increase in the future.

The Men’s Shed steering committee have explored numerous sites around Pomona but all have
significant obstacles for a community group.

The application is before Council as the Men’s Shed use is an inconsistent use in the zone.




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