Planning Report - 9 Kauri · MCU22/0144

4.2 Building Design
The proposed development provides a building design that is in keeping with the developed
character of Kauri Street. The roof pitch and form and the external appearance are akin to a
traditional style of building which complements the Cooroy look and feel without mimicking the older
style heritage elements. Buildings on the site provide good internal separation allowing for a high
standard of privacy and amenity for residents.

While there is some moderate cuts required, all retaining walls are setback from the boundary to
allow sufficient space for landscaping to all boundaries. The overall provision of landscaping is
generous and the layout provides well designed and useable private open space areas (exceeding
code requirements). The development will not present an appearance of bulk to adjacent properties,
roads, or other areas in the vicinity of the site.


The proposed development meets the intent of the Medium Density Residential and Multiple
Dwellings Codes. The dwellings are all less than 100m² and will contribute to Cooroy’s housing
diversity and will be more affordable than a similar product in other areas of the Shire.


It is important to note an early childhood centre is adjoining to the south. The development has been
designed so that minimum windows face that direction and if necessary, screening devices on the
windows are proposed. Figure 6 demonstrates that privacy is maintained between the sensitive land
uses, noting that Block C unit 8 is the only dwelling that has the potential to impact the childhood
centre.




Figure 6 - Block C




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