Town Planning Assessment Report - Rooming Accommodation.pdf

The proposal will facilitate the practical and efficient reuse of an existing vacant building that was formerly
used as a child care centre. The child care centre has ceased operating and the building is currently
underutilised.

The proposed rooming accommodation will require only limited building work, with the majority of works
being internal alterations associated with converting the existing building into a residential dwelling. The
proposal therefore represents a low-impact and practical interim use of the premises.

2.       Compatibility with the Surrounding Residential Context

Although the site is included in the Community Facilities Zone, it is located within an area that is
predominantly residential in character and adjoins existing medium density residential development. The
proposed rooming accommodation will be more compatible with the surrounding residential land use
pattern than the former child care centre use.

The proposal will not introduce a use that is incompatible with the surrounding area and will result in a
reduction in activity, traffic generation, noise and operational intensity compared with the previous child care
centre use.

3.       Planning Intent for Future Medium Density Residential Use

The proposed rooming accommodation is intended to provide an appropriate interim use of the existing
building until such time as the site is rezoned and redeveloped for medium density residential purposes. The
proposal will not prejudice the future redevelopment of the site for a more intensive residential outcome.

4.       Consistency with the Strategic Framework

The proposal is consistent with the broader policy direction of the Strategic Framework, which supports the
efficient use of land within existing urban areas, the reuse of underutilised land and buildings, and the
provision of housing choice in locations with access to existing services and infrastructure.

The proposal will make use of an existing building within the Urban Footprint and will avoid unnecessary
demolition or substantial new building work. It therefore represents an efficient and sustainable use of land
and infrastructure.

5.       Reduced Amenity Impacts Compared with the Former Use

The former child care centre involved operational activities that included vehicle drop-off and pick-up
movements, outdoor play areas, staff and visitor activity, and associated noise impacts. The proposed
rooming accommodation will operate as a standard residential use and is expected to generate a lower
level of activity and fewer amenity impacts.

The proposal will also resolve amenity and safety concerns associated with the former outdoor play area
being overlooked by adjoining multiple dwelling development.

6.       No Adverse Impacts on Community Need

The former child care centre was small in scale and experienced declining demand before ceasing
operations. In addition, a new child care centre has since been approved within the Shire Business Centre,
with capacity for 98 children. This facility will provide a modern child care offering and is expected to absorb
demand within the local area.




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