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

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4. CONCLUSION

The development proposal is considered to represent an appropriate design for a new detached house,
which respects the characteristics of the site, integrates well with the nature and form of existing
development, incorporates varying design elements to create visual interest and allows a significant
amount of existing vegetation to be retained within the site.

As such, the proposed detached house is considered to be compatible with the existing settlement pattern
of Marcus Dunes Court and contribute to the existing character of this gated community which forms part
of the Castaways Beach locality.

This application can be supported on a number of grounds as previously detailed. These grounds include:

The design provides a site specific solution to address the slope and cross fall
constraints of the lot; .

The proposed development complies with the requirement for site cover;

The proposed development is wholly contained within the designated building
envelope for the site;

The proposed development complies with the requirement for height and number
of storeys;

The proposal incorporates four levels of living within a stepped design which
complements the natural fall of the site and is viewed as two levels from the road
frontage;

The proposal incorporates a large amount of covered terraces and enclosed
access ways which increase residential amenity, provide convenient access into
and out of the detached house and between levels and contribute to GFA;

The proposal incorporates a pitched roof form and a range of building materials
which are desirable in this locality;

The proposed structure incorporates excellent vertical and horizontal articulation
which minimises bulk and improves the appearance of the building from the
street frontage, the beachfront and adjoining residences;

The proposal is consistent with the form and character of existing detached
houses within the immediate vicinity of the site; and,

A reduction in the gross floor area and number of levels through the removal of
rooms would create some significant voids within the design and reduce the
amenity and character of the design, without affecting the impact or footprint of
the building on the site.

As such, the Assessment Manager's favourable consideration of the above development application is

tecommended.

Please contact our Sunshine Coast office if you require any further information and/or clarification with
respect to the above application.

Yours sincerely

arodlen

Zana Larikka

Town Planning Intern
martoo consulting pty Itd