MCU25.0067 Response to Further Advice

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As per Council’s request, the applicant has undertaken amendments to the concept to address concerns
relating to plot ratio and site coverage, which are demonstrated on the updated architectural plans
prepared by Studio Workshop Architects.

Meaningful changes have been made to both the site cover and plot ratio for the development, as detailed
further below.

Site Coverage
The site coverage for the amended concept has been calculated at 40%, in compliance with Performance
Outcome PO7 of the High density residential zone code. A further breakdown of the site coverage
calculations for each floor level can be seen on DWG DA04 of the attached updated architectural plans.

GFA & Plot Ratio
The total Gross Floor Area (GFA) of the development has also been reduced to 376m 2 with the plot ratio
being a total of 0.75:1. A breakdown of the GFA calculations for each floor level can be seen on DWG
DA07 of the attached plans.

It is acknowledged that a plot ratio of 0.75:1 is proposed. However, as detailed in our response to the
Information Request, the proposed plot ratio is consistent with the overall outcomes, as the built form
aligns with the intended character of the area and broader policy intent to support accommodation for key
workers.

The proposed development delivers a land use that aligns with the intent of small dwellings, providing an
affordable housing typology and arguably more affordable than a small multiple dwelling format.

Furthermore, the development generally complies with the relevant built form parameters, including site
cover and setbacks, consistent with the expectations of the High Density Residential Zone Code. On this
basis, the proposal represents an appropriate and well-resolved outcome that satisfies the purpose and
overall outcomes of the Code.

2.   Issue - Waste

 The applicant’s response to Item 5 – Waste of Council’s Request for Information does not include a Waste
 Management Plan pursuant to SC6.10.2 of Planning Scheme Policy 9 Waste Management.

 Council acknowledges that the opportunity to provide an on-site, bulk bin waste arrangement is limited and is
 supportive of kerb-side collection.

 Information Required
 Provide a Waste Management Plan in accordance with Planning Scheme Policy 9 Waste Management. The
 Waste Management Plan must be prepared by a suitably qualified person and include, but not be limited to:
      a) the waste generation per unit, with justification where generation per unit is less than 120L
               ▪ Note that Council’s Waste Department have indicated support for a reduced waste
                   generation rate of 60L per unit
      b) either of the following servicing arrangements:
             i)    2 x 360L bins serviced 3 times a week; or
            ii)    3 x 360L bins serviced 2 times a week.
               ▪ Note that Council’s Waste Department have indicated that option “i.” is preferred and that
                   the option to revise the number of bins and collections can be revised upon commencement
                   of the use
      c) details of how servicing will occur (i.e., on-site manager to present and collect bins each servicing day)

Please see the attached Waste Management Plan prepared by Rhodium Environmental which addresses
the above matters. To summarise:
    a) A waste generation rate of 60L/unit has been adopted, as supported by Council’s Waste
        Department.



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     b) The servicing arrangement of 2 x 360L bins servicing 3 times a week is proposed, as preferred by
        Council’s Waste Department.
     c) Servicing details as follows:
            ▪ Residents will be responsible for transporting waste to the dedicated wheelie bin storage
                area at ground level.
            ▪ Site management will ensure bins are presented for collection by Council’s service
                provider (and will also be responsible for cleaning of the bins and storage area).
            ▪ Council collection contractor will undertake weekly servicing of the bins.

For further details, please refer to the attached Waste Management Plan.

3.   Issue – Earthworks

 The applicant’s response to Item 6 – Earthworks of Council’s Request for Information does not include any
  new information for Council to assess. Council remains unable to accurately assess how the proposed
  earthworks will impact adjoining properties.
 It remains that the Bulk Earthworks Sections (DA.02, Rev. A) prepared by MPN Consulting do not reflect what
  is shown on MPN Consulting’s Bulk Earthworks Plan (DA.01, Rev. A) or Studio Workshop Architects’ Ground
  Floor Plan (DA100, Rev. 1) and Cross Section – Sheet 1 (DA301, Rev. 1).

 For example:
      a) the proposed retaining walls shown in Section 3 protrude ~0.55m and ~0.85m above the adjacent
         natural surface levels to the north-western and south-eastern, respectively – it is unclear how the
         area between the walls and property boundaries will be treated.
      b) Section 3 details a second retaining wall on the south-eastern side of the subject site, however a
         retaining wall is not shown in this section on the Bulk Earthworks Plan
      c) Section 2 details a retaining wall on the north-western property boundary, however a retaining wall
         is not shown in this section on the Bulk Earthworks Plan
      d) Section 2 details a top of wall height that is ~2.33m above the adjacent natural surface level to the
         south-east – it is unclear how the area between the wall and property boundary will be treated.

 Information Required
 Provide revised Earthworks Plans and Sections that are consistent with the application material. The revised
 plans must be prepared by a suitably qualified person (RPEQ) and include, but not be limited to:
      a) demonstrate compliance with the Earthworks Code;
      b) details of all retaining walls (including levels, areas of backfill, etc.); and
      c) levels of adjacent lots.

Please refer to the attached Further Information Response prepared MPN Consulting. To summarise the
response, neighbouring owners’ consents have been sought to pickup further levels through the
neighbours property as requested by Council, however no consent has been provided to date.

It is considered that for the purposes of the development application, sufficient information has been
provided. The additional survey data request by Council will be provided as part of the detailed design.

4.   Issue – Landscaping Plan

 The landscaping plan has not been amended reflect the increased landscaped setbacks.

 Information Required
 Provide revised landscaping plan.

Please see the attached Landscaping Plan prepared by LAUDink which has been amended to reflect the
increased landscaped setbacks.




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We have now fully responded to Council Further Advice in accordance with section 13.2 of the
Development Assessment Rules under the Planning Act 2016 and request that Council proceed with the
assessment of the application.

Should you wish to discuss the matter further, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

Yours faithfully
TOWN PLANNING ALLIANCE PTY LTD




Cheri Hill
DIRECTOR

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