Appendix C - Code Assessment · RAL24/0003

Reconfiguring a Lot Code



                                                                        AO7.9                                                              AO7.9 – Performance outcome
                                                                        Ecologically important areas are formally protected for the long
                                                                        term through environmental covenant or transferal to public        The development will not introduce any new impacts to the
                                                                        ownership or through gazettal of a nature reserve.                 important vegetation, which is located in the western portion of
                                                                                                                                           the site.

Climate Responsive Design                                               AO8.1                                                              AO8.1 – Complies
PO8                                                                     The lot design maximises the number of lots where the longest      The lot design maximises an east-west long axis orientation for
The street design and lot orientation facilitates the construction of   axis of the lot has a general east-west orientation.               the future dwellings.
energy efficient buildings that respond to the local climate
conditions by:                                                          AO8.2
                                                                        The street pattern maximises the number of streets running in a
                                                                        general north-south direction.                                     AO8.2 - Not Applicable
     a)    maximising solar access to the north;
     b)    minimising solar access to the west;                                                                                            The proposed subdivision does not involve any new streets.
     c)    proportioning lots and building envelopes to                 AO8.3
           accommodate energy efficient building orientation;           For development within the Low density residential zone each lot   AO8.3 – Not Applicable
     d)    maximising access to any prevailing summer breezes;          contains a rectangular house site area where the long axis faces
                                                                        true north or is no more than 20 degrees off true north and has    The site is not within the Low-density residential zone.
           and
     e)    minimising exposure to prevailing winter winds.              minimum dimensions of 10 metres x 15 metres.

Neighbourhood Design                                                    AO9.1                                                              AO9.1 – Not applicable
PO9                                                                     Lots are arranged to front streets and public open space.          The proposal relates to a rural residential subdivision.
Development provides for a lot layout, land use and infrastructure
configuration that:                                                     AO9.2
                                                                                                                                           AO9.2 – Not Applicable
                                                                        Development maximises opportunities for casual surveillance
                                                                        and avoids areas of concealment by ensuring pathways               The development is for a rural residential subdivision and CPTED
     a)    provides for an efficient land use pattern;                                                                                     responses are not relevant.
     b)    creates compact and walkable neighbourhoods that             and public open space have defined edges and are visually
           are well connected to centres, employment, education         exposed to roadways.
           facilities, community services, open space and
           recreation facilities;                                       AO9.3                                                              AO9.3 – Not Applicable
     c)    creates useable and interconnected movement and              Neighbourhoods (including roads, pathways and open space)          The development is for a rural residential subdivision.
           open space networks;                                         are designed with a high degree of legibility with public spaces
     d)    effectively connects and integrates the site with existing   and corridors easy to find and recognise.
           or planned development on adjoining sites;
     e)    provides for moderate and large size developments to
           have multiple access points;
     f)    promotes a sense of community identity and belonging;
     g)    promotes a variety of streetscapes;
     h)    provides for a high level of amenity, having regard to