Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU24 0094 [As Published] · MCU24/0094

               and or relocated within the site to provide natural buffering and enhance the visual continuity
               between the built environment and the surrounding landscape.
               The northern portion of the dwelling will locate generally within areas of the site which contain
               either the existing dwelling or lawned areas around the dwelling and will have a reduced impact on
               site vegetation. In contrast however the southern and eastern building envelope (shown below in
               yellow shade) will require removal of vegetation to towards the site’s southern extent. It is also
               noted that no part of the site is contained within Council’s Biodiversity, waterways and wetlands
               overlay.
               A site inspection notes a number of larger specimen trees set amongst relatively sparse vegetation
               and a ground level comprising mown lawn, exotic landscaping and weed growth (see Figure 10).
               Discussions with the Senior Environment Officer provides no objection to the vegetation removal.
               In accordance with AO5 of the Coastal Protection and scenic amenity overlay code the seaward
               rear setback is required to be planted with ground covers, shrubs and trees. No information has
               been submitted by the Applicant regarding landscaping within this setback and therefore the length
               of the eastern boundary will be conditioned to ensure a net site improvement of landscaping
               adjacent to the coastal dunes.




                              Figure 10 - Extent of existing landscaping within the site to be removed [red plants].
                                       Lower images taken looking to the south and existing vegetation


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