Town Planning Report

5.2.7 Landscaping / Open Space
The proposal ensures landscaping zones are situated along all boundaries, resulting in a
total of 45.4% of the site being dedicated to landscaping outcomes. A mix of hard and soft
landscaping outcomes are achieved with 67.5% of the ground level landscaping being
defined as soft landscaping. The total provision of 45.4% and soft landscaping percentage
of 67.5% complies with the requirements of AO10.1 of the Dual Occupancy and Multiple
Dwelling Code.

A 6 metre deep landscape strip is provided within the front setback, with only the areas
used for vehicle manoeuvring not being landscaped. The driveway and manoeuvring areas
are setback at least 2m from the side boundaries, ensuring appropriate landscaping
outcomes and compliance with AO9.2 of the High Density Residential Zone Code.




                                     Figure 10: Breakdown of hard and soft landscaping


A secondary provision of landscaping is achieved as a result of the rooftop terrace. The
terrace provides an additional 308sqm of landscaping. The combined landscape outcomes
within the site result in the equivalent of 75.6% of the sites area being dedicated to
landscaping. The additional landscaping element includes predominantly hard landscaping
but includes elements of soft landscaping, providing screening and softening the built form
of the rooftop terraces.




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