Town Planning Assessment Report · MCU23/0139

             5.3.3.1.     Alternative Outcomes

Setbacks – Medium Density Residential Zone Code

AO12.1
Buildings and structures meet the following minimum boundary setbacks:

a)    for frontages — 6 metres
b)    for side boundaries—

       (i) 1.5 metres setback up to 4.5 metres height;
      (ii) 2 metres setback between 4.5 metres and 7.5 metres height; and
     (iii) 2.5 metres where above 7.5 metres height
c)     for the rear boundary - 6 metres

Unit 2 provides a deck roof that is setback 4m from its outermost projection to the road boundary with
Olivine Lane, and the existing carport associated with Unit 1 is setback 0.515m from the northeast side
boundary. Consequently, the structures do not comply with AO12.1 of the Medium Density Residential Zone
Code. Despite not complying with the acceptable outcome, it considered that the structures comply with
Performance Outcome PO12 of the Code for the following reasons:
     + they are existing and approved structures that provide enhanced amenity for users of the site
         including a covered deck area and a covered car parking space;
     + the structures do not result in overlooking opportunities or impact on views or amenity of the
         adjoining premises as they relate to an existing deck roof and garage;
     + they maintain adequate separation to the adjoining land uses including a minimum separation of
         approximately 5m from the garage to the walls of the dwelling at 17 Olivine Street.
     + adequate landscaping is maintained throughout the site;
     + they are consistent with the predominant character of the surrounding area as the structures are
         existing and will not be changing as a result of the development; and
     + they do not result in adverse impact to ecologically important areas.

Front Fences – Medium Density Residential Zone Code

AO17.2
Where located on the boundary:
   a) the solid portion of front fences and walls is no more than 1.2 metres high; or
   b) the walls contain openings or materials that ensure it is 50% transparent and has a height not
        exceeding 1.8 metres.

The proposal seeks to maintain a front fence to Olivine Lane that has a height of 1.8m and is approximately
25% transparent. While not complying with the acceptable outcome, it is considered to comply with PO17 of
the code for the following reasons:
    + it is an existing timber fence that contributes to the character and attractiveness of the streetscape;
    + it does not cause an impediment for the flow of surface water; and
    + it still allows for casual surveillance of the street as to is 25% transparent;


Car Parking – Driveways and Parking Code

AO6.1
The number of car parking spaces, motor cycle spaces, bicycle spaces and loading bays is not less than the
minimum number specified in Table 9.4.1.4 Minimum parking requirements including end of trip facilities.



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