Town Planning Report

                                             Figure 9: Site cover for adjoining sites



5.2.6 Plot Ratio
The proposal achieves a plot ration of 0.92. This exceeds the prescribed site cover identified
in PO8 of the High Density Residential Code. The Performance Outcome is worded in a way
such that it cannot be complied with without meeting the 0.7 Plot Ratio for site up to
7000sqm. As the proposal is unable to meet the requirements of the Performance
Outcome assessment 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.

The plot ratio proposed does not result in substantial building bulk and provides a design
and layout to accommodate permanent residents. The bulk of the building aligns with the
existing building scale within the street exhibiting a three storey height and comparable
setbacks. The building complies with the building height requirement for the site,
remaining below 12m, and does not present as overly bulky within the existing setting of
the street. Suitable landscaping is provided within the front and rear setbacks, helping to
soften the building form and contribute to the landscape setting of the street.

A reduction in plot ration will only serve to reduce the liveable space within the site and
impact on the future residents of the building. Such a reduction is considered
counterproductive to the planning outcome achieved.




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