08/0242 - MCU - Detached House [As Published] · 132008.242

 

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2. THE DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION

This application seeks approval for a new detached house as shown in the enclosed proposal plans
prepared by Chris Clout Design Pty Ltd. The proposed detached house includes the following

features:

Four levels of contemporary curved architecture with timber, stone and glass
features and a disconnected pitched roof form. The main structure is formed around
the terraces, reflection ponds and central pool area, and is stepped down the site
such that the building obtains a maximum height above natural ground level of less
than 8 metres;

Entrance, study and double garage within the front section of the entrance level,
with the laundry located so as to provide direct access to an outdoor clothes drying
area along the southern boundary. The main bedroom and associated with walk-in
wardrobes, a double ensuite and private terrace are located at the rear of this level
and obtain views to the ocean;

Bedrooms 2, 3 and 4 and the associated bathroom and toilet facilities are located
upstairs of the entrance level to overlook the pool area and reflection ponds. These
bedrooms feature large north facing windows to improve solar access and privacy;

The formal lounge and entertaining areas including an open kitchen, dining and
living room is located downstairs of the entrance level and predominantly feature
east, north and west facing windows to maintain privacy, obtain adequate solar
access and excellent views of the ocean. This level also contains a guest suite as
well as the pool area, reflection pools and surrounding terraces including a BBQ and
Spa area;

A family/media room, gym, additional bathroom and store room are located on the
bottom leve! and accessed from the formal lounge and entertaining areas located
above. This level also features an east-facing terrace area and reflection ponds
along the northern and eastern elevations. A steam room is also provided on this
level and obtains direct access to the beach in this location; :

The design has a total gross floor area of 509m? which exceeds the 350m? provision
outlined in the Plan of Development for this site;

The design incorporates a total of 4 levels rather than the maximum of 3 levels
designated in the Plan of Development for this site;

The design has a total site cover of 296m? which is less than the 40% requirement
outlined in the Plan of Development for this site;

The design meets the maximum height nominated with the Plan of Development for
this site; and,

The building is located wholly within the designated building envelope detailed in the
Plan of Development for the subject site.

Proposal plans for the detached house are included in Attachment 1.