Delegated Report - Code - Planning MCU26 0012 (As Published) · MCU26/0012

               While the proposal does not strictly comply with Acceptable Outcomes AO2.1 and AO2.2, which
               seek to avoid incompatible development within agricultural land, the proposal is considered to
               satisfy Performance Outcome PO2, which requires that development does not result in the loss or
               diminished productive capacity of Agricultural Land Conservation Area.
               The development involves the establishment of a large dwelling house located within a previously
               disturbed and cleared portion of the site occupying a negligible proportion of the overall
               landholding. The balance of the land remains available for ongoing rural and agricultural activities,
               including grazing and domestic animal keeping.
               The siting and scale of the dwelling avoids productive agricultural areas, does not fragment rural
               land, and maintains substantial separation distances to adjoining properties, thereby minimising
               potential land use conflict. Accordingly, the proposal does not result in an irreversible or material
               loss of agricultural land and is consistent with the intent of PO2 and the broader purpose of the
               Rural Zone.


               Landslide Hazard Overlay Code
               Assessment
               A site‑specific Slope Stability Assessment has been prepared by a suitably qualified geotechnical
               consultant to support the proposed development. The assessment identifies that while parts of the
               site are mapped within landslide hazard areas, the proposed dwelling is located outside the most
               constrained areas and within a previously disturbed portion of the site. The assessment concludes
               that, subject to compliance with the recommended design parameters and construction controls,
               the proposed development presents a low risk of slope instability and will not increase landslide
               risk on the subject site or adjoining land. Earthworks have been designed to manage cut and fill
               appropriately and to maintain long‑term site stability.


               4.     CONSULTATION
               4.1. Referral Agencies
               Not Applicable
               4.2. Internal Council Referrals
               The application was forwarded to the following internal Council officers for review and/or comment:
               •      Development Engineer, Development Assessment
               Access
               An internal concrete driveway is proposed to service the amenities demonstrating appropriate
               manoeuvring area. No upgrade to the existing crossover is proposed or considered necessary as
               the driveway is located at the end of Lukes Rd, the driveway being a private continuation of the of
               the public road with no intersection and appears in a suitable condition.
               Earthworks
               Engineering plans have been prepared supported by a Slope Stability Assessment, confirming a
               low risk of slope instability. The proposal does not introduce any drainage issues.
               Effluent Disposal
               A Site and Soil Evaluation Report has been prepared. A nominated Land Application Area of 320m²
               is required, a suitable location has been nominated.




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