AS PUBLISHED _Information Request MCU25 0146 · MCU25/0146

Issue – Northern and southern side setbacks
The proposed roof profiles along the northern and southern side boundaries are substantially
within the side setback and conflicts with PO9 of the Low Density Residential zone code by
limiting opportunities for vegetation between buildings. This is particularly relevant to the
Lorikeet Drive streetscape by resulting in a building form which essentially occupies the entire
width of the site. The current encroachments are not supported.
PO9
Buildings and structures are designed and sited to:

     a. provide a high level of amenity to users of the subject site and adjoining premises,
        including provision of visual and acoustic privacy and access to sunlight;
     b. not unreasonably obstruct views or cause overlooking of private open space or habitable
        areas of adjoining premises;
     c. provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses;
     d. preserve existing vegetation that will help buffer development;
     e. allow for soft landscaping to be provided between buildings and the site boundaries to
        provide for trees and shrubs;
     f. contribute to open streetscapes by avoiding buildings and structures within the front 6 metres
        of the property; and
     g. protect the natural character and avoid adverse impacts on ecologically important areas such
        as national parks, waterways and wetlands.

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2.   Amend plans and elevations which reduces and removes areas of roof profile within the
     1.5 metre set back to the northern and southern side boundaries.


Issue – Streetscape
AO12.1 of the Low density residential zone code requires that buildings are oriented towards
the street by incorporating design elements within the front facade. This can include features
such as verandahs, porches, external stairs or awnings.
The current design maintains an austere presentation with a number of walls presenting to
the street on both levels which does not provide a positive contribution to the streetscape.




      3.
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4.   Amend the front facade of the dwelling in accordance with AO12 and PO12 to ensure the
     dwelling more successfully addresses and contributes towards streetscape character.




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