164 Edwards St - Duplex MCU App - Planning Report

         (c)      Development makes a positive contribution to the look and feel of residential
                  neighbourhoods by maintaining a low scale character with well-designed buildings
                  and landscaping that enhance the streetscape.

         (d)      New uses are located, designed and managed to be compatible with surrounding
                  uses.

         (f)      Development caters for both the current and projected demographic and socio-
                  economic profile of the area, including one and two-person households, households
                  on low to moderate incomes and residents with reduced mobility.

         (g)      Small dwellings and co-housing models are integrated within the medium density
                  residential built form to increase housing choice.

         (j)      Development maintains a high level of residential amenity having regard to traffic,
                  noise, dust, odour, lighting and other locally specific impacts.

         (k)      Development provides for an efficient pattern of land use and infrastructure that
                  creates walkable and legible residential neighbourhoods that integrate with active
                  transport networks and are well connected to activity centres, employment nodes,
                  open space and recreational areas, community facilities and educational
                  opportunities.



Applicant’s Response:

The proposed development provides for two 2-bedroom units of 102m2 each. The units are accessed
via a vehicle crossover from Edward Street, with understorey carparking provided for the residents.

The proposed duplex is under the maximum building height of 8 metres and is of a scale that is
compatible with surrounding development. Roof overhangs, eaves and timber battens are included
design elements to add visual interest, in addition to the variety of building materials proposed.

The proposed configuration of the units allows for a high level of amenity for the residents as well as
to the adjoining premises. Landscaping treatments including dense planting are proposed (as
represented in plan WD.2.07) to create a landscaped setting and positively contribute to the
streetscape. A variety of trees, shrubs and ground covers are proposed which will achieve a varied
landscaped outcome.

Minor filling and excavation is required for the proposed duplex, and these details will be lodged as
part of the application for operational works.



Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code
The purpose of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple Dwelling Code is to ensure dual occupancies are
of a high-quality design which appropriately respond to local character, environment and amenity
considerations.

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