DA Report · MCU21/0015

leopard tree not shown on the survey plan and is located in the frontage closer to power
pole located near the eastern most corner of the site. The proposal will remove these palm
trees and non native leopard trees and replace them with 2 more appropriate tree species
selected by council in locations yet to be defined.

The property is surrounded by medium density developments, including a large retirement
village complex to the rear (Weyba Gardens and Koel Gardens). There is a separate small
retirement complex of four houses neighbouring the site to the north west. These units are
2 storeys and very similar to the proposed development. Across the road there are more
duplex, and a motel, and other multiple dwelling units of a scale consistent with the
proposed development.




(Retirement units next door – north west side)




(Duplex across road.)

Planning Considerations
The land is zoned Medium Density Residential. The 607 m2 lot size permits a duplex
development. There is a requirement for 40% site cover and 40% plot ratio which is met by
the proposal.

The proposal is located on the outer edge the area identified as having a potential for
flooding and inundation. Council has identified the site as having a potentially flood level of