Information Request MCU23 0109

           •   45% reduction in total nitrogen.
9.    Clarify if a bioretention basin is to be constructed as part of the proposed development.


Issue - Landscaping
A detailed set of operational works landscape plans prepared by a suitably qualified person
has not been submitted as part of the development application.
Information Required
10.   Provided a detailed set of operational works landscape plans prepared by a suitable
      qualified landscape architect in accordance with the requirements of the PSP2 –
      Landscaping, and that incorporate the following:
      10.1. Vegetation with vertical scale to be provide screening/buffering of the built form
            when viewed from Kauri Street. This landscape should be designed such, that the
            built form will be screened at maturity.
      10.2. Screening vegetation with vertical scale to be provide along the northern and
            southern boundary to buffer the built from when viewed from the neighbouring
            properties. Ensure planting includes appropriate height screening plants
            (minimum 4-5 metres in height at maturity)


Issue – Adjoining Vegetation
There is insufficient information to demonstrate that the large Eucalypt species along the
western boundary adjacent proposed Units 8, 9, and 10 within the adjacent Environment Park
to the west of the development will not be impacted by the development.
Information Required
11.   Provide an Arborist report incorporating detailed dimensioned plans, demonstrating that
      the existing vegetation located on neighbouring properties can be successfully retained
      as part of the development works in accordance with AS4970 Protection of trees on
      development sites and with the Planning scheme policy for development works. The
      report shall include (as a minimum) the following information:
      11.1. tree species identification, assessment of tree health and existing site conditions
            influencing root locations;
      11.2. recommended tree protection zones and critical root zones in accordance with the
            AS4970;
      11.3. design / layout changes required to facilitate retention, e.g., adjustment of unit
            locations, separation distances from the western boundary;
      11.4. pruning and remedial works, and ground surface treatments; and
      11.5. alternative construction techniques where appropriate.
3.    DUE DATE FOR RESPONSE TO INFORMATION REQUEST

The due date for providing the requested information is 4 January 2024. Email your response
to [email protected]. Please advise Council of your response to this information request
in accordance with section 13 of the Development Assessment Rules.
If you do not provide a response before the due date, it will be taken as if you have decided
not to respond to the information request and Council will continue with the assessment of
your application.




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