Town Planning Report · MCU23/0078

 (m) Ancillary structures such as shelters, amenity facilities, picnic tables, playgrounds and playing courts Compliant
     are provided where appropriate;                                                                          The proposed mixed-use development incorporates Landscaped areas
                                                                                                              through the middle of the civic spine with central seating areas and Lawn
                                                                                                              for picnics and relaxation as well as playing areas to promote ongoing use
                                                                                                              of the area.

 (n) Limited other uses such as food and drink outlets and periodic markets are ancillary to recreation Compliant
     uses and support the use and enjoyment of open space;                                              The proposed mixed-use development’s civic spine is fronted by food and
                                                                                                        drink outlets amongst other retail and entertainment uses to support the
                                                                                                        use and enjoyment of open space.

 (o) Low impact telecommunication facilities and utility installations are compatible with, and do not Not Applicable
     impact on the supply, quality, useability and function of open space;                             The proposed mixed-use development does not incorporate
                                                                                                       telecommunication facilities and utility installations through the Civic Spine
                                                                                                       and plaza areas.

 (p) Development displays a high quality built form and landscape design;                                   Compliant
                                                                                                            The proposed development and creation of Civic Spine and plaza along the
                                                                                                            area zoned for Recreation and open space zone is supported by high quality
                                                                                                            landscaping and building design.

 (q) Development is supported by transport infrastructure designed to provide and promote safe and Compliant
     efficient public transport use, walking and cycling.                                          The proposed development is supported by transport infrastructure that is
                                                                                                   designed to provide and promote safe and efficient public transport use,
                                                                                                   walking and cycling.

 (r) Development does not adversely impact on the Shire’s environmental values or reduce the quality of Compliant
     recreational experiences provided by land or waterways within this zone;                           The proposed mixed-use development highlights and integrates with
                                                                                                        environmental values for improved recreational experiences through the
                                                                                                        use of landscaping throughout the development and connections to the
                                                                                                        adjacent Environmental Zone.

 (s) Adverse impacts on ecologically important areas, including natural habitats, bushland, wetlands and Compliant
     waterways are avoided or minimised;


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