planning report 45 Maple St -v1-2023

 •    To the north and east of type A dwelling building, carparking is located adjacent to the POS
      with the proposed landscaped garden providing a buffer between uses;
 •    There is no habitable spaces adjoining the site to overlook from type A building and norht of
      type C & D building;
 •    Consistent with other side setbacks in the surrounding area as most of the CF zone is still
      dwelling houses that are constructed in accordance with building code provisions in the
      superseded planning schemes (1.5m / 2m)


4.5.2 Landscaping

All dwellings have more than the minimum of 20m² of private open space, an important element of
the landscaping provision demonstrating that residents have sufficient outdoor space for activities
and clothes drying. Important to note there is also a communal shaded area for social gatherings.


4.6 Sustainable Design Code
An assessment against the Performance Outcomes (PO8) of the Sustainable Building Design Code
is provided below.

 Performance Outcome                          Comment
 orientates buildings and windows to make      The design includes an open kitchen/living areas with most facing east/west
 the most of prevailing winds, natural        and northern light provided into the dwelling via high light windows and
 ventilation, and cross breezes;              skylights. All bedrooms include natural light and access to the open space areas,
                                              while the orientation lets winter light into the outdoor areas and in most
                                              instances on decks and balconies and importantly allows for cross breezes and
                                              natural ventilation.
 maximises shade to east and west walls;      Sunshades and eaves are included to shade walls.
 contains an open and permeable built form    All dwellings have direct access to outdoor areas. The alfresco areas connect to
 that connects indoor and outdoor spaces in   the living spaces to provide BBQ and outdoor living opportunities. A large
 an integrated design;                        shaded communal area is provided in a green space to the west of type B
                                              building
 retains existing vegetation and natural      There is no mature vegetation worth retaining. Large shade trees will be
 shading where possible;                      provided in strategic locations to provide natural shading to the development.
 incorporates passive building design to      The layout is required to be level to accommodate those living with a disability
 reduce the need for auxiliary heating and    while windows and large open areas provide for passive cooling and natural
 cooling;                                     breeze flow through the dwellings.
 uses low toxic internal and                  A mix of low toxic internal and external materials are incorporated for the
 external building materials;                 construction which will ensure long lasting design that does not require regular
                                              maintenance.
 uses natural light rather than artificial    Natural light is provided through byway of window and doors.
 light, and may include skylights, atriums
 and light wells;
 provides a minimum floor to ceiling height   2.7m floor to ceiling heights are provided to all dwellings.
 of 2.7 metres; and
 enables efficient operation and use of        The accessible design allows for medium density living and privacy to each of
 the building.                                the units, while also allowing each participant to easily flow between the main
                                              living and bedroom levels.




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