12. Code Assessment

Performance outcomes                               Acceptable Outcomes
Natural Drainage
PO8                                                AO8.1                                                Not applicable
Landscaping maintains or enhances the quality of   Landscaping works maintain and enhance natural       There are no notable natural drainage lines on the
surface water and groundwater.                     drainage lines (including creeks, gullies, waterways site.
                                                   and wetlands) to convey stormwater


                                                   AO8.2
                                                   Riparian buffers are maintained and rehabilitated.   Not applicable


                                                   AO8.3
                                                   Within paved or sealed surfaces, tree grates         Not applicable
                                                   provide for water and natural air movement
                                                   however are not to be used as drain.

Bank stability
PO9                                                AO9                                                  Not applicable
Works or structures do not impact on erosion or    Structures and recreational facilities (including
bank stability.                                    playgrounds, pergolas, barbeques etc.) are setback
                                                   a minimum of 30 metres from the top of the bank of
                                                   any watercourse and 10 metres from the top of the
                                                   bank of any drainage line.
Species selection
PO10                                               AO10.1                                               Complies:
Plant species:                                     Plantings—                                           The development is not located within a landscape
                                                                                                        character area. The proposal seeks to avoid
                                                                                                        undesirable plant species as identified in PSP2