response to information request 33 ross · MCU24/0094

The proposal satisfies the performance outcome by stepping the form down the slope of
the site to minimise cut and fill, while remaining below allowable height limits. The design
also retains and relocates natural vegetation to screen and visually softening the built from.
The materials reflect colours found within the local geology and vegetation, with earth-
toned finishes and textures that blend in seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
The proposed roofs are all designed to be masked by cascading landscaping elements,
which the architect considers contributes to the overall aesthetic appeal of the
development. These combined approaches ensures the residence does not stand out,
rather the design integrates smoothly into the natural environment - consistent with the
relevant Performance Outcomes.

       3. Amend the design to reduce the appearance of bulk to more successfully
          respond to PO8 of the Low Density Residential zone code (below).

Further renders are provided to comprehend the scale of the size relative to the
surrounding environmental context. This site is largely hidden from the street; has no
immediate neighbours to the south; and sits behind the primary dune, as shown in the
updated renders below.




Figure. 3 Updated Renders

The town planning address of this Performance Outcome is provided in the original
application report, and the architectural address of each of the relevant Performance
Outcomes is provided below.




The proposal satisfies PO8(a) as the proposed development and is designed to be
compatible with the scale of surrounding development and the unique circumstances of
the site. Given the expansive nature of the lot, the size of the dwelling is appropriate and
maintains a harmonious relationship with neighbouring properties.




The proposal satisfies PO8(b) as the development prioritises a low site impact to maximise
the retention of existing site characteristics, including native vegetation and natural
landforms. The careful placement of the building minimises disruption to the landscape
and allows for the preservation of important ecological features. The proposed
development preserves the existing vegetation and relocates where possible.
Identified trees have been retained and indigenous planting species remain in place that
contribute to screening and visually softening the development. These natural elements
have been retained and or relocated within the site to provide natural buffering and
enhance the visual continuity between the built environment and the surrounding
landscape.

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The proposal satisfies the performance outcome by stepping the form down the slope of
the site to minimise cut and fill, while remaining below allowable height limits. The design
also retains and relocates natural vegetation to screen and visually softening the built from.
The materials reflect colours found within the local geology and vegetation, with earth-
toned finishes and textures that blend in seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
The proposed roofs are all designed to be masked by cascading landscaping elements,
which the architect considers contributes to the overall aesthetic appeal of the
development. These combined approaches ensures the residence does not stand out,
rather the design integrates smoothly into the natural environment - consistent with the
relevant Performance Outcomes.

3. Amend the design to reduce the appearance of bulk to more successfully
respond to PO8 of the Low Density Residential zone code (below).

Further renders are provided to comprehend the scale of the size relative to the
surrounding environmental context. This site is largely hidden from the street; has no
immediate neighbours to the south; and sits behind the primary dune, as shown in the
updated renders below.

 

igure. pdated Renders

The town planning address of this Performance Outcome is provided in the original
application report, and the architectural address of each of the relevant Performance
Outcomes is provided below.

‘a) _ is of a scale compatible with surrounding development and the particular circumstances of the site;

The proposal satisfies PO8(a) as the proposed development and is designed to be
compatible with the scale of surrounding development and the unique circumstances of
the site. Given the expansive nature of the lot, the size of the dwelling is appropriate and
maintains a harmonious relationship with neighbouring properties.

(b) has a low site impact to maximise the opportunity to retain site characteristics, such as native
ion and natural landforms;

 

The proposal satisfies PO8(b) as the development prioritises a low site impact to maximise
the retention of existing site characteristics, including native vegetation and natural
landforms. The careful placement of the building minimises disruption to the landscape
and allows for the preservation of important ecological features. The proposed
development preserves the existing vegetation and relocates where possible.

Identified trees have been retained and indigenous planting species remain in place that
contribute to screening and visually softening the development. These natural elements
have been retained and or relocated within the site to provide natural buffering and
enhance the visual continuity between the built environment and the surrounding
landscape.

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