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poles (evenly spaced) either side of the fence (ie. climbing access for koalas). Existing
vegetation adjacent to the acoustic fence and to be planted will also allow for access over
the fence. It is recommended that gaps along the base of the fence be considered for small
mammal and reptile movement.

A fauna friendly fence with gated access is initially proposed between Lots 1-12, 15 and 24-
33 (development areas referred to as building envelopes in Figure 5) and the private open
space for conservation and waterways protection. Future lot owners may retro-fit this fence
to suit a variety of applications as detailed in the Landscape Master Plan.

Any fence within the private open space for conservation and waterways protection will be
“fauna friendly”.Australian Standards pool fencing should restrict koalas from entering pool
areas. Ropes in pools will provide additional safety measures for koalas.

3.6.2 Residential High Density

A 1.2m high fauna friendly fence (with gated access for authorised personnel) will be
installed between the development areas and the private open space and waterways
protection of Lots 3-9. The fence design is detailed in the Landscape Master Plan, which will
allow for fauna movement (eg. koala) from the development area. The fence will be
designed to allow free movement for smaller ground-dwelling fauna but deter pedestrian
access (eg. 300mm gap along the fence bottom). The approved pathway through the
private open space for conservation and waterways protection within Lots 6 will follow the
existing track and the associated fencing will be of a similar fauna friendly design.

Australian Standards pool fencing should restrict koalas from entering pool areas. Ropes in
pools will provide additional safety measures for koalas.

 

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