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above the neighbouring dwelling and towards the coastline. The change in topography
between the two sites assists this element with the adjoining lots being located on the
lower side of the slope.

The provision of rooftop terraces provides additional casual surveillance of the street while
limiting on look into adjoining lots by the setbacks provided from the side of the building
envelope.


5.2.5 Site Cover
The proposal achieves a site cover of 50% of the total site area. This exceeds the prescribed
site cover identified in PO7 of the High Density Residential Code. The Performance
Outcome is worded in a way that cannot be complied with without meeting the 40% site
cover. As the proposal is unable to meet the requirements of the Performance Outcome
assessment is required against the Purpose and Overall Outcomes of the High Density
Residential Code.

The proposal is seen to meet the Purpose and Overall Outcomes of the High Density
Residential Code as detailed in section 6.4.3 of this report. Specifically the proposal:
    provides a design and layout to accommodate permanent residents.
    aligns with the visual characteristics of the street presenting a three storey form
       with comparable setback to surrounding buildings.
    provides a site cover which aligns with the characteristics of the local area (Figure
       9). The site cover when viewed alongside existing site cover areas exhibits
       comparable setbacks and site cover provisions when viewed in this format.
    has a design which aligns with the vegetated character of the locality providing
       suitable ground level landscaping which will help to soften the built form of the
       proposed building and create a well vegetated liveable site. Vegetation within the
       front setback will be able to support local wildlife with a variety of species of varying
       heights and densities.
    has a scale that contributes to the housing options provided in the local area. The
       scale and layout of each dwelling will cater to the needs of a varying demographic
       of households and provide a high level of amenity and local services within close
       proximity to the site.
    provides a high level of residential amenity for current and future residents of the
       site and adjoining lots. The design includes a high degree of landscaping and open
       space providing future residents access to outdoor living. Suitable setbacks are
       proposed in order to achieve separation from adjoining uses and achieve privacy
       for future and current residents. The topography of the locality and design of the
       building further improves privacy and directs views away from adjoining lots and
       towards the coastline to the east.




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