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Medium Density Residential Code
6.3.2 Medium Density Residential Zone Code
Alternate provisions to the Queensland Development Code
For the purpose of Section 10 of the Building Regulation 2006 and Section 33 of the Building Act 1975, nominated provisions in Table 6.3.2.3 below are
alternate provisions to the QDC
Table 6.3.2.3 - Criteria for assessment
Role and function Table 6.3.2.3 - Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes Comment
Role and function
PO1
Development provides for medium density dual No acceptable outcome provided Complies – The proposal is for Multiple dwellings,
occupancy and multiple dwellings in a range of which is made up of a mix of apartment units and
dwelling sizes and styles, which meet the needs of townhouses. The proposal provides a mix of 7 unit
current and future resident populations including types (i.e. layouts) and sizes ranging from 2 or 3
small households, older persons, people on low bedrooms. This mix of unit arrangements and sizes
incomes and people with special mobility needs. has been designed to cater to the needs of current
and future populations, including older persons and
those with special mobility needs.
PO2
Alternative models of housing including housing for No acceptable outcome provided Complies – The development incorporates a mix of
people with special needs are appropriate where housing designs, which also caters for persons with
they are in keeping with the medium density reduced mobility and special needs. This include
residential amenity and density. PWD access provided on ground floor units.
PO3 AO3.1 Not applicable
A secondary dwelling may create permanent No more than one secondary dwelling is provided
housing for an extended family member or other on any site regardless of site area.
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member of the household resident in the dwelling
house while protecting the character of the site and AO3.2 Not applicable
the zone. A secondary dwelling:
1. has a maximum gross floor area of 65m²;
2. has no more than two bedrooms; and
3. does not occur on any property covered by
a Building Unit Plan.
PO4 AO4.1 Not applicable
Sites that are currently used for, or approved for the The following sites are retained as relocatable
use of, relocatable home parks or retirement home parks to the general exclusion of other uses:-
facilities continue to provide such residential
1. ‘Noosa Glades’ at 159 Moorindil St
accommodation into the future.
and 44 Tait St, over Lots 2 and 3 on
RP220959;
2. ‘Bougainvillea Gardens’ at 141 Cooroy
Noosa Road, Tewantin, over part of
Lot 230 on MCH4144; and
3. 'Cooroy Village' at 1 Ferrells Road,
Cooroy, over Lot 9 RP844021.
AO4.2
Not applicable
The following sites are retained as retirement
facilities to the general exclusion of other uses:-
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1. ‘Noosa Outlook Retirement Village’ at
71 St Andrews Drive, Tewantin, over
Lot 5 on SP117231;
2. ‘Riverlands’ at 139 Moorindil St,
Tewantin, on Lot 335 on RP211082;
3. ‘Laguna Retirement Estate’ between
Lake Weyba Drive, Reef Street and
Nannygai Street, Noosaville, over Lot
3 on RP159386, Lot 1 on SP141238
and Lot 1 on RP840222;
4. ‘Noosa Waters Retirement Estate’ at
39 Lake Weyba Drive, Noosaville over
Lot 1 on SP115712; and
5. ‘Noosa Domain Village’ at 35 Walter
Hay Drive, Noosaville over Lot 2 on
SP162077.
PO5 AO5.1 Complies
Land uses are limited to those which are compatible Land uses do not typically rely on people other than The proposed land use is compatible with medium
with medium density living in urban residents of the site to be present on the site density living occurring in the area and does not rely
neighbourhoods. between the hours of 7:00pm and 7:00am. on non-residents to be on-site between the hours of
7am to 7pm.
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AO5.2 Complies
Land uses do not result in adverse changes to the The proposed development is for residential
amenity of the residential neighbourhood by the purposes, and as such, it is not anticipated to result
emission of noise, vibration, smell, fumes, smoke, in any adverse impacts to the residential amenity of
vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, grit, oil, waste the existing neighbourhood.
water, waste products, or radio or electrical
interference.
PO6 AO6.1 Not applicable
Visitor accommodation is limited to formats Home-based businesses allow for up to four short The proposal is not visitor accommodation.
compatible with the character and use of the area term guests to be accommodated within the home
so as not to cause unreasonable loss of residential of the host while the host remains in residence, Home based businesses are not proposed as part
amenity, having regard to: such as traditional bed and breakfast of this application.
accommodation.
1. the privacy of residents on the subject
property or adjoining properties; AO6.2 Not applicable
2. any likely increase in noise to Short-term accommodation does not: Short term accommodation is not proposed as part
adjoining properties; of this application
3. the scale of the use and its 1. constitute a party house;
compatibility with the character and 2. create noise that would unreasonably
uses within the property or impact on the residential amenity
surrounding area; enjoyed by the adjoining or
4. retention of the primary residential surrounding properties.
function of an area;
5. the residential function and
arrangement of common property; AO6.3
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6. the impact on the safety and efficiency Buildings are designed and orientated so that the Complies – Buildings have been designed and
of the local road network; majority of outdoor living areas face away from the orientated to avoid looking adjoining or nearby
7. the impact of waste storage areas on habitable areas of adjoining dwellings. areas of private open space.
the visual amenity of the area;
8. the location of waste storage areas in AO6.4
relation to sensitive land uses; and Waste storage areas are screened and located to Complies – waste storage areas are screened and
9. any impact on shared vehicular the rear or side of a building and are not located located to the side of buildings and car parking
access or parking. along any frontage to a public street or space. areas central to the site (refer to Appendix B - site
plan).
Peregian Beach
PO7 AO7
Offices and health care services are allowed for in Offices and health care services are developed in Not applicable
conjunction with small dwellings in a mixed use conjunction with residential units in a mixed use
format on premises located on the western side of format providing:
David Low Way (street numbers 233-245),
Peregian Beach, on land described as Lots 16, 17, 1. no commercial tenancy exceeds
18, 19, 20 and 22 P9315 and all lots on BUP9496. 250m² gross floor area;
2. non-residential use(s) do not
constitute shops;
3. the total gross floor area of the non-
residential use(s) does not exceed the
gross floor area of the residential
use(s);
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4. non-residential uses are limited to the
ground floor;
5. at least one small dwelling is provided
for every 90m² of lettable commercial
gross floor area; and
6. car parking is to be located at the rear
of the building.
Built form Table 6.3.2.3 - Criteria for assessment (part)
Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes
Built form
Building Height
PO8 AO8.1 Performance outcome PO
Buildings and structures: Buildings and structures are no more than 8 metres The development is 2 storey in height and is
generally compliant with the 8m height limit across
in building height; and the site. A few minor non-compliances are evident
1. are low rise and present a building AO8.2 largely as a result of varied roof lines and the use
height consistent with structures on Where excavation is required, the maximum portion “pop up” roof elements, which are intended to
provide visual interest to the roof form. This is
adjoining and surrounding premises; of the exposed external façade of the building
influenced by the need to fill parts of the site to
2. are designed to provide an interesting cannot exceed 8m in building height. manage the site’s topography i.e. the site falls away
streetscape and complement landform to the north east and south east corners. The
intrusion above the 8m height limit is considered
changes and landscapes Editor's note - refer to figure AP3-13A minor, maintains a low-rise built form, which will not
3. do not visually dominate the street or adversely impact adjoining land uses. The
surrounding area; encroachment is limited to a couple of corner ‘pop
Alternative provision to the QDC
up’ roof elements. The architectural plans include a
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height plane perspective prepared to demonstrate
4. maintain a vegetated skyline;
the minor nature of the encroachment (Refer to dwg
5. do not unreasonably obscure views or no. 7186-DA34 in Appendix B).
lead to overshadowing of
Notwithstanding the above, the proposal is
neighbouring properties;
compliant with the performance outcomes as the
6. do not exceed two storeys.
development incorporates the following attributes:
The development presents as low-rise
development consistent with adjoining
premises and the intent of the medium
density zone.
The development seeks to deliver an
improved streetscape outcome, by
providing a contemporary, well designed
residential development with interesting
roof lines, building articulation and suitable
landscaping to the complement the built
form.
The development will not visually dominate
the street or surrounding areas.
The development will introduce a vegetated
skyline to the area and adjoining
streetscape.
The development will not adversely impact
existing views or lead to overshadowing of
adjoining properties; and
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The development does not exceed 2
storeys in height.
We also note that the proposed minor intrusions
above 8m height are consistent with those
approved as part of the existing development
approval (MCU20/0150).
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Building Scale and Bulk
PO9 No acceptable outcome provided. Complies:
Development: The development provides contemporary residential
development that incorporates a scale and bulk
1. is of a scale compatible with surrounding commensurate with that anticipated by the zoning
development and the particular and built form elements of the planning scheme.
circumstances of the site; and
2. does not present an appearance of bulk to The development scale is also considered
adjacent properties, roads or other areas in compatible with the low rise residential and
the vicinity of the site. commercial uses adjoining the site.
The development is also consistent with the nearby
business and industry developments in the locality,
particularly those further to the south of the site.
The design incorporates separation between
building, varying roof lines, stepping of building with
the sites topography, articulation, mix of textured
finishes and generous landscaping to ensure that
the development does not present an appearance
of excessive bulk to adjacent properties, nearby
roads or other areas.
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Site Cover
PO10 AO10 Performance outcome:
Site cover of development: For a dwelling house, site cover does not exceed The development comprises a mix of unit types and
40% of the site area. consist of small dwellings at a ratio of greater than
1. does not exceed 40% of the site area; 3:1. Accordingly, the development’s proposed site
or Alternative provision to the QDC cover of 41%, which is considerably less than the
2. for small dwellings or for development 45% allowable site cover.
which provides a ratio of at least three
small dwellings to one other dwelling,
does not exceed 45% of the site area.
Plot Ratio
PO11 AO11 Performance outcome:
Plot ratio of development: For a dwelling house, plot ratio of development As above the development comprises largely of
does not exceed 0.4:1 small dwellings, the relevant performance outcome
1. does not exceed 0.4:1; or provides a plot ratio of 0.5:1 plot ratio. The
2. for small dwellings or for development proposed development seeks a plot ratio of 0.5:1,
which provides a ratio of at least three which is consistent with the allowable plot ratio.
small dwellings to one other dwelling,
does not exceed 0.5:1.
Building Setback
PO12 AO12.1 Performance Outcome / Complies:
Buildings and structures are designed and sited to: Buildings and structures meet the following The proposed building and structures are generally
minimum boundary setbacks: compliant with relevant setbacks, which include:
1. frontage – 6m
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2. Side – 2m
1. provide a high level of amenity to
1. for frontages — 6 metres 3. Rear 6m
users of the subject site and adjoining
2. for side boundaries—
premises, including provision of visual
1. 1.5 metres setback up to There is a minor intrusion into the 6m front setback
and acoustic privacy;
4.5 metres height; for a small part of Building 01 (dwelling 1) and its
2. not unreasonably obstruct views or
2. 2 metres setback covered private open space. The proposed set back
cause overlooking of private open
between 4.5 metres and of 5m to the covered alfresco area and 4m to the
space or habitable areas of adjoining
7.5 metres height; and north-west corner of dwelling 1 is due to an irregular
premises;
3. 2.5 metres where above lot shape in the north western corner of the site.
3. provide adequate distance from
7.5 metres height The proposed minor setback variation does not
adjoining land uses;
3. for the rear boundary - 6 metres adversely impact on visual amenity, views or
4. preserve existing vegetation that will
landscaping, and is consistent with the original
help buffer development;
approval.
5. allow for space and landscaping to be
provided between buildings including
adequate area at ground level for AO12.2
The front 6 metres of the property is landscaped Complies:
landscaping with trees, shrubs,
open space, provided that uncovered visitor Front 6m setback is predominately used for private
outdoor living and utilities;
parking, or swimming pools protruding no more open space and landscaping. Notable features that
6. be consistent with the predominant
are proposed within the front setback include a
character of the surrounding area; and than 1 metre above the ground level, can be as
pedestrian gate house, uncovered visitor parking
7. protect the natural character and avoid close as 2 metres from the front boundary.
and a partially submerged reuse detention tank (this
adverse impacts on ecologically
tank will not exceed more than 1.4m above ground
important areas such as national
level). These structures are proposed to be suitably
parks, waterways and wetlands.
landscaped as part of the development and
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maintain an appropriate level of amenity to
AO12.3 residential and adjoining premises.
Relocatable homes are set back not less than:
(a) 6 metres from a road frontage; Not applicable.
(b) 1.5 metres from any other site boundary; and
(c) 3 metres from an internal road
AO12.4
Buildings and structures on premises with frontage
to the Noosa River system are set back not less Not applicable
than 10 metres from mean high water spring as
shown in Figure AP3-15A.
Alternative provision to the QDC
Setback to a watercourse in the Noosa Waters AO13 Not applicable
estate, Noosaville For premises adjoining a watercourse within the
PO13 Noosa Waters estate no building work, filling or
Land adjoining the revetment wall and for a width of excavation works occurs within 4.5 metres from the
4.5 metres serves flood detention and amenity centre line of the top of the concrete revetment wall.
functions, free of structures and impervious
surfaces. Editor's note refer to figure 6.3.1.5
Alternative provision to the QDC
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes
Design
Streetscape
PO14 AO14.1 Complies:
Development: Development provides visual interest to the street The proposed multi dwelling residential
and surrounding areas through: development provides visual interest to the street
1. contributes positively to the locality; and surrounding areas through the provision of the
2. addresses and enhances the 1. highlighting individual dwellings and following key design features:
streetscape by incorporating land uses; the development presents as a number of
articulation and individual design 2. an asymmetrical design presentation separate buildings when viewed from the
elements that add visual interest to the to the street; street
development; 3. offsetting or staggering dwellings to buildings incorporate protrusions, external
3. has a form and architectural scale that provide variation in the frontage; articulation and balconies to provide
does not dominate the streetscape or 4. varying the roof form additional visual interest to the street
the surrounding properties; varied roof lines are provided to all
4. does not detract from the visual elevations and proposed buildings
amenity of adjoining properties The revised design incorporates an
through the impact on views, access asymmetrical design when viewed from the
to sunlight or overlooking; street. This is demonstrated via the four
5. takes the form of small separate separate buildings and individual dwellings
buildings, rather than large single that front the street.
bulky development; and general landscaping is provided through
6. sits within a landscaped setting. the development to soften and compliment
the built form when viewed from the street.
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AO14.2 Complies:
Buildings have the main entrance easily The development provides an easily recognisable
recognisable from the street and include design arbor/gate entry for pedestrian access from the
elements in the front façade such as verandahs, street. All buildings fronting the street include
external stairs, awning or shade structures and windows, shade structures and devices and
window openings. avariety of building materials to assist in providing
visual interest to the street.
AO14.3 Complies:
Buildings and structures are designed to: The development is designed to ensure compliance
with the following key features:
1. have a maximum wall length of 15 No walls exceed 15m in length and
metres and external walls incorporate incorporate design elements to add visual
at least one design element to add interest and amenity.
visual interest and amenity; Additional building separation has been
2. allow for landscape treatments to proposed to facilitate landscaping between
soften the development; buildings to soften the built form
3. avoid more than six dwellings No more than 6 dwellings are attached in a
attached in any one plane; and plane
4. have no more than four dwellings are No more than 4 attached dwellings present
attached along a street frontage. to the street.
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AO14.4 Not applicable
For corner sites, the building design addresses both Not a corner lot
street frontages by:
1. including doors and windows that front
each road; and
2. providing separate vehicle access
points to each road.
Editor’s Note—for examples of designs see
Figure 6.3.2.4 and Figure 6.3.2.5
AO14.5
Not applicable
For a dwelling house, development provides visual
Not a dwelling house
interest to the street and the surrounding area
through:
1. limiting the vertical distance between
the ground and the lowest suspended
floor to no more than 3 metres;
2. limiting the length of any external wall
in one plane to 15 metres; and
3. ensuring each external wall includes
at least one design element such as
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verandahs, external stairs, window
openings, awnings or porches.
Garages and Carports
PO15 AO15.1 Complies:
Garages, garage doors and carports do not Garage doors that face the street are no more than No garage doors front the street.
dominate the street or the building design. 6 metres in width or 50% of the frontage, whichever
is the lesser.
AO15.2
Not applicable
Where multiple garages face the street, they are
separated by a minimum of 2 metres or are
staggered in setback by a minimum of 1 metre.
AO15.3
Not applicable
Garages that are visible from the street, but do not
face the street, include a landscaped setback to the
street and provide articulation, windows or a mix of
materials to provide interest to the garage facade.
Basements
PO16 AO16 Not applicable
Basements: Basements: No basement is proposed
1. visually integrate with the building; 1. are limited to one access a maximum
of 6 metres wide; and
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2. do not dominate the street or building 2. do not encroach into building setback
design; areas.
3. are screened through landscaping;
and
4. do not present as a storey to the Editor's note— refer to Figure 6.9.2
street.
Front fences and walls
PO17 AO17.1 Performance outcome:
Front fences and walls are designed and sited to: Front fences or walls are set back an average of 1 The development provides fencing which is set
metre and are articulated to provide visual interest back a minimum of 2m in from the front boundary
1. contribute to the attractiveness of the by stepping the design at a maximum of 5 metre and stepped in at 8m intervals. The fence varies in
streetscape; intervals. height between 1m to 1.5m due the fall of the land.
2. be compatible with the existing The fence is screened by landscaping which will
streetscape character; contribute to an attractive streetscape, enhance the
3. avoid interference with movement of existing character, avoiding interference of
surface stormwater; stormwater movements and allow casual
4. allow for casual surveillance of the surveillance. Proposed fencing is consistent with
street; AO17.2 that originally approved.
5. provide planting in front of solid fences Where located on the boundary:
and walls; and Not applicable
6. ensure plantings between the front 1. the solid portion of front fences and
fence and the footpath does not create walls is no more than 1.2 metres high;
an impediment for pedestrians using or
the footpath
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2. the walls contain openings or
materials that ensure it is 50%
transparent and has a height not
exceeding 1.8 metres.
AO17.3
Solid front fences and walls may be 1.8 metres in Not applicable
height if the property has frontage to an arterial
road or a distributor road.
AO17.4
The area of land between the front fence and the Not applicable
boundary is landscaped to screen the fence from
the street however landscaping does not encroach
more than 500 millimeters into the road reserve or
within 1.5 metres of a sealed footpath.
Editor's note— for examples refer to figure AP3-
4A and figure AP3-4B
Materials and finishes
PO18 AO18 Complies:
Development incorporates: Buildings and structures use: The building and structures utilise natural finishes
as described in the ‘materials and finishes palette’
1. materials and finishes that 1. natural finishes wherever possible; prepared by Blackburne Jackson (Refer to 7186-DA
complement the surrounding area and 30 in Appendex B).
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integrate with the surrounding natural 2. a mix of lightweight and textured The palette and the attached perspective views
and built environment; and external finishes; (refer to 7186-DA35 in Appendix B) demonstrates
2. a variety of external finishes to provide 3. masonry construction where variation the uses of natural finishes, a mix of lightweight and
an interesting built form and avoid is provided in texture and the façade textured external finishes, masonry construction
bulky single plane finishes uses a variety of finishes to break up throughout the development. These perspective
the surface; and drawings also demonstrate the use of open natural
4. open or transparent balustrades. hardwood balustrades.
Editor's note—refer to Figure AP3-3B
Roof forms
PO19 AO19.1 Complies:
Roof forms: With the exception of Noosa Heads and Coastal The proposed roof pitch is no less than 5 degrees
Communities Local Areas, the main roof of the and includes a minimum 600mm eaves to at least
1. contribute positively to the local building has a roof pitch no less than 5 degrees and 75% of the perimeter of the building.
skyline; has minimum 600 millimetre eaves to at least 75%
2. complement the character of the of the perimeter of the building.
locality and the topography of the site;
3. avoid box profiles/parapets; and AO19.2 Complies:
4. do not create opportunities for Development does not include rooftop terraces. The development does not include roof top
overlooking the private open space or terraces.
internal spaces of neighbouring
properties. AO19.3 Not applicable
The total width of any parapet wall does not exceed
50% of the width of the front facade of a building.
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Safety and amenity
PO20 AO20.1 Complies:
Development: Buildings and structures: Building and structures have been are sited and
orientated to avoid the likelihood of overlooking
1. provides a high level of residential 1. are sited and orientated to minimise private open spaces of adjoining residential
amenity to users of the subject site; the likelihood of overlooking the premises. In addition, the low rise development will
and private open space of adjacent not result in a 40% loss of sunlight to private open
2. does not unreasonably impact on the residential uses; space areas of adjoining residences. The
amenity enjoyed by users of adjoining 2. avoid reduction of sunlight to at least development also incorporates 1.8m high fence and
or nearby premises, including privacy 40% of the private open space areas a 2m landscape buffer to all boundaries to assist in
and access to sunlight. of any adjoining residences to less mitigating potential impacts on adjoining residential
than two hours between 9:00am and premises.
3:00pm on any day of the year;
Editor's note—Provisions for sill height, glazing, 3. incorporate fencing, landscaping and
screening and window openings are to improve the screening to mitigate impacts on
residential amenity for occupants. Thermal adjoining residential uses.
performance requirements are contained in
Queensland Development Code MP4.1 Sustainable
Buildings. Energy efficiency requirements are Editor's note— refer to figure AP3-1A and figure
contained in the National Construction Code. AP3-2A
AO20.2 Not applicable
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Transparent doors and windows are designed and
located so they do not directly face transparent
doors or windows or the private open space areas
of other dwellings within 10 metres;
AO20.3 Complies
Where windows, balconies, terraces, verandahs or Where potential overlooking is possible, the units
decks overlook or have the potential to overlook the are generally well setback from the adjoining
private open space of nearby properties or view into boundary. Notwithstanding this, they have been
habitable room windows within 10 metres: designed to incorporate a combination of vertical
blades and horizontal batten screens on bedroom
1. windows have a sill height of not less windows.
than 1.7 metres above finished floor It should also be noted that the development
level; proposes to include a 2m landscape buffer around
2. windows and other openings are the perimeter of the site that will assists in avoiding
permanently screened to a minimum potential opportunities for overlooking.
height of 1.7 metres to avoid
overlooking;
3. windows and doors use translucent
glazing to obscure views; or
4. windows or balconies are offset by 45
degrees or more.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1A
and figure AP3-1C
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AO20.4 Complies
Planter boxes, screens, pergolas, landscaping and The development is generally designed to avoid
architectural design of balconies are used to screen overlooking of ground floor private open space
the ground floor private open space of dwellings areas from upper levels. Proposed landscaping
from separate upper level dwellings. and screening will assist to screen ground floor
private open space areas below.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1A
AO20.5 Complies:
Permanently fixed external screening devices Permanent fixed external screening is proposed to
complement the building's external materials and complement the building external materials and
finishes and may incorporate solid translucent finishes. Refer to materials and finishes palette
screens, shutters, perforated panels or trellises (Dwg No. 7186-DA30) and elevations are provided
which have a maximum of 50% openings. in Appendix B.
Editor's note—refer to figure AP3-1B
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PO21 AO21.1 Complies:
Mechanical plant, vehicle manoeuvring, utilities and Communal outdoor recreational facilities including The communal open space area comprising a small
communal outdoor recreation uses: swimming pools, spas and sports courts are: residential scale swimming pool is located a
minimum of 25m from the nearest property
1. do not have an adverse effect on the 1. setback at least 12 metres from the boundary. The pool is also located centrally to the
amenity enjoyed by users of adjacent boundary of land in a residential zone site (refer to 7186-DA02 in Appendix B).
or nearby premises through emission and screened by a 5 metre wide buffer The use of the pool is also proposed to be limited to
of noise, light, fumes or smoke; and densely planted with trees and shrubs outside the hours of 9:00pm and 6:30am the
2. do not cause unreasonable including species from 1 metre to 8 following day.
disturbance to local fauna through metres in height; or
light or smoke emissions. 2. located internally to the arrangement
of buildings on the site; and
3. not used between the hours of 9:00pm
and 6:30am the following day.
AO21.2
Not applicable
For a lit sports court:
1. the court is located at least 60 metres
from the external wall of an existing or
approved dwelling on adjoining or
nearby premises (as measured from
the centre line of the court); and
2. the vertical illumination resulting from
direct, reflected or other incidental
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light emanating from the site does not
exceed 8 lux when measured at any
point 1.5 metres outside the boundary
and at any level from ground level
upward; and
3. any floodlighting is restricted to the
types that give no upward component
of light were mounted horizontally (i.e.
a full cut off luminaire).
AO21.3 Complies:
Mechanical plant is- Mechanical plant and equipment will be suitably
located to ensure that it does not adversely impact
1. located at least 2 metres from the side
adjoining premises or is visible from the street.
or rear property boundaries;
2. where located at ground level,
screened by fencing 1.5 metres in
height or dense vegetation of at least
1.5 metres in width incorporating
grouped trees and shrubs with a
maximum separation distance of 1
metre measured from the centre of the
plant;
3. where located above ground level,
enclosed or screened such that it is
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not visible from the street frontage nor
adjoining properties; and
4. visually integrated into the line and
plane of the building and roof design
and does not project beyond the
height or width of the building when
viewed from the street and adjoining
properties.
Editor’s Note— Mechanical plant includes
generators, motors, compressors and pumps such
as air-conditioning or pool equipment.
AO21.4 Complies:
Waste storage areas, clothes drying areas and All waste storage areas, clothes drying and external
external storage areas are screened from the storage areas are designed to be visually screened
street. from the street.
AO21.5 Complies:
Letterboxes and detached carports complement the Letterboxes and detached carports are designed to
architecture and landscaping of the site. complement the development’s architectural
features and landscaping.
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes
Environment, heritage and scenic amenity
PO22 AO22.1 Complies
Development: For landscape amenity reasons, cut or fill is less The development does not involve fill above 1.5m
than 1.5 metres in depth relative to the ground above natural ground level. The development does
1. has minimal impact on the natural level. involve filling the site to manage the sloping terrain
landform of the site; and create flat building pads. Refer to conceptual
2. does not lead to erosion or the earthworks plan as part of Appendix E.
transport of sediments off site; and AO22.2 Complies
3. does not lead to the disturbance of Development does not result in sediment or other An erosion and sedimentation plan will be prepared
natural features, buildings or material including building materials or waste and submitted as part of the Operation Works
structures of cultural heritage products being deposited or released into the road application.
significance. reserve, stormwater drain or adjacent properties.
AO22.3 Not applicable
Development on a site adjoining a local heritage The site does not adjoin a local heritage place.
place respects the cultural heritage significance of
the place by mitigating any adverse impacts on the
setting or integrity of the heritage values.
Editor’s Note— Local heritage places are identified
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes
on the Heritage and Character Areas Overlay maps
in Schedule 2.
PO23 AO23.1 Complies:
Development on sloping sites: Building and structures are not constructed on land The development is not located on land that
with a slope greater than 25%. exceeds 25% slope.
1. is visually responsive to the natural
topography and sits within the landscape AO23.2 Complies:
rather than dominating it; and On sloping sites, split level buildings with small As the site is gently sloping, extensive benching
2. steps down slopes or uses suspended floorplates, that step down the slope are used as an and split level buildings are not required for this
floor construction, minimising cut or fill and alternative to standard single or double storey development. Stepping of the buildings will be
avoiding benching of the site. construction to minimise building bulk and benching incorporated across the site to minimise the extent
of the sites. of earthworks required, as far as possible.
Editor's note- refer to Figure 6.9.1A and Figure
6.9.1B
AO23.3
The distance between the ground level and the Not applicable
lowest part of the floor of the building does not
exceed 3 metres.
Earthworks and drainage Table 6.3.2.3 Criteria for assessment (part)
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Performance Outcomes Acceptable Outcomes
Earthworks and drainage
PO24 AO24 Complies:
Filling and excavation for operational works do not Filling and excavation for operational works is Filling has been designed to ensure overland flow
directly, indirectly or cumulatively cause adverse designed and constructed to ensure overland flow and flooding is not worsened as a result of the
impacts external to the development site by: and/or flooding is not worsened, impeded, or development. A stormwater management plan has
otherwise diverted to adversely affect other been prepared to demonstrate this and is included
1. causing ponding of water on the site properties or downstream environments. as Appendix F.
or nearby land;
2. increasing flooding, which adversely
affects the safety or use of any land
upstream or downstream; or
3. adversely affecting the flow of water in
any overland flow path.