response to information request MCU · MCU20/0073

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   7. Provide updated plans complying with the 10m setback requirements for the
      Second Floor; and
   8. Provide updated plans showing the proposed and required setbacks in
      accordance with the height of the western elevation at that point; and
   9. Provide details of the proposed height and setbacks of the Ground Floor
      swimming pools, complying with the 2m setback requirement.

The plans have been updated including the relocation of the pool to be setback more than
2m from the front boundary, with further detailed landscaping of this area to be provided
as part of the Operational Works applications. Updated plans are also provided showing
the western setback of 3m in accordance with the planning scheme requirements.

The 3rd floor decks are setback an average of more than 10m, however small setback
encroachments are present along the southern and northern deck areas to 9m.
Considering the large frontage of the site and the open deck areas that are encroaching
within the setback, the building is well designed to not look out of scale and is appropriately
setback so as not to obstruct neighbours views. The deck encroachments into the 10m
setback are consistent with the setback of other multiple dwelling units in the street and
also allow for landscaping to be provided on the edges of the balconies in accordance with
the corresponding Performance Outcomes PO10.

   10. Provide updated plans which demonstrate the varying colours and materials
       proposed to reduce the appearance of bulk associated with the western
       elevation. A render of this elevation would also be suitable.

A render of the western elevation is provided with the amended plans showing breaks in
the building, windows and awning treatments. This is to be complemented by the
landscaping along this boundary to provide for a buffer between the adjoining residential
units.

   11. Provide updated plans that soften the bulk and scale of the dividing wall and
       comply with setback requirements.

The ground floor dividing wall has been reduced in its height and extent. Further
landscaping is to be provided between the buildings to ensure privacy between
neighbours, while also complementing the built form.

   12. Provide a schedule of proposed building materials, finish, textures and
       colours for the entire development; and
   13. Provide Renders clearly showing the proposed building materials, finish,
       textures and colours.

A material palette is provided by the architect with lighter sandy coloured tones and glass
balustrading to complement the lightweight battens and sunshades along the balconies.

   14. Provide a Landscape Concept Plan (noting that an Operational Works for
       Landscaping will also be required).

A landscape concept plan is included, with 5 x feature pandanus plantings to be planted
along the frontage, screening vegetation along the boundaries with the adjoining buildings,
and large opportunities for deep landscaping to complement the built form. A detailed
landscaping plan will be provided as part of the subsequent Operational Works approvals.




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   15. Provide updated plans relocating the waste storage area so as not to be
       located on the road frontage and impact of the visual amenity of the area.

The waste storage areas have been relocated inside the basement garage. Two bins are
provided for each unit, with appropriate bin wash facilities to be provided. There is ample
area on Park Cres for bins to be located within the road reserve for collection with waste
management requirements to also form part of the Community Management Statement.

   16. Provide clarification in regard to the proposed direction of traffic entering
       and exiting the site
   17. Provide a longitudinal section of the access driveways. The section must
       extend from the centreline of the formation of Park Crescent to the garage
       level. The section must also include any services, overhead or underground,
       that will cross the proposed driveways
   18. Indicate on the relevant plans the extent of cut/fill in the road reserve
       required to construct the proposed driveways. Please note that the works
       must not include any retaining structures in the road reserve or create trip
       hazards in the road reserve.
   19. Provide a plan of the sight lines/distances at the northern driveway and an
       indication of any works necessary (excavation, clearing etc) to provide the
       required sight lines/distances

See attached plans from SCG Consulting engineers with detailed levels, sections and
swept paths. No retaining works are proposed within the road reserve and appropriate
sight lines are provided to allow for safe access.

   20. Provide a site-specific geotechnical investigation and report for the subject
       site prepared by a suitably qualified person (RPEQ). The investigation and
       report must include recommendations for the foundations for the subject
       development and any measures required to protect the stability of the
       adjoining land/buildings/structures/services during construction and in the
       longer term.

Although the site is not mapped on the steep land hazard overlay, SCG provide a slope
stability report concluding a Low Risk of Landslide hazard across the site. Appropriate
stability recommendations are proposed by the RPEQ also overseeing the construction
works. Further construction management plans and specific piling requirements will be
provided as part of the Operational Works details and when the contractors have been
appointed.

   21. Indicate on the relevant plans the location of the footpath across the frontage
       of the site. The plans must indicate the extent of works required for the
       construction of the path (cut and fill etc). Retaining structures in the road
       reserve are to be avoided where practicable. It is noted that works may be
       required beyond the frontage to connect to the existing pathway network.

A 1.2m wide footpath is included as part of the preliminary engineering design plans to
match in with the footpaths on the surrounding properties. The footpath alignment varies
to ensure clearance of existing infrastructure and is of a width suitable to the narrow road
reserve width between the kerbline and the property boundary.




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Pursuant to the Development Assessment Rules, the applicant has given the assessment
manager the information requested. It is therefore requested that Council proceed with its
assessment of the development application at their earliest convenience.

If you have any further queries in relation to the above, please do not hesitate to contact
myself.

Regards,




Jack Lewis B.Sc Hons UNSW M.Plan Otago
Planner/Director
Pivotal Perspective Pty Ltd




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