Information Request MCU24 0120 OPW24 0143 · MCU24/0120

                      •    The identified laundry areas are ¾ enclosed with the presentation of an enclosed
                           outdoor room and function as such. This approach is consistent with recent Tribunal
                           findings which support Council’s interpretation. The spaces are to be included in the
                           developments gross floor area.
                      •    The landing/steps contained on the lower and upper levels do not provide access
                           between levels and therefore are to be included in the developments total gross floor
                           area.
                 Information Required
                 7.       Provide revised gross floor area calculations in compliance with the Performance
                          outcome PO11 of the Medium Density Residential Zone Code and administrative terms.
                 Issue - Site Cover
                 Plan DA.19 shows void areas as being excluded from the developments site cover. While the
                 final calculations do not appear to exclude these areas, please note the development’s
                 coverage is calculated from birdseye view.
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                 8.       Provide revised plans showing the developments site coverage from a birdseye view
                          rather than per storey for clarity.
                 Issue – Landscaping
                      •    Noting the extent of fill on the site, it is likely that the areas of landscaping along the
                           northern and eastern side boundary of Unit 1 will not be capable of supporting the
                           establishment of species.
                      •    There are several areas identified on the site included in soft landscaping calculations
                           that is solely gravel i.e., outdoor seating area and area surrounding the swimming pool
                           of U2. These impervious areas do not contribute to soft landscaping.
                 soft landscaping means trees, shrubs, grass, garden beds and impervious surfaces that
                 occur naturally such as rock outcrops. Soft landscaping is not located on top of a constructed
                 slab or other structure and is capable of supporting the establishment and growth of canopy
                 trees as well as other species.
                 The term does not include swimming pools or impervious surfaces such as driveways,
                 vehicular access lanes, vehicle parking and manoeuvring areas, pathways, stormwater
                 structures, tennis courts, decks, balconies, roof terraces and the like. It also does not include
                 areas over which balconies cantilever unless there is a vertical height of 4 metres between
                 the ground and the balcony to allow for significant planting.



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Version: 2, Version Date: 10/10/2024