2023-01-16 General Committee Meeting Agenda

GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                                               16 JANUARY 2023


Low Density Residential Zone Code:
Purpose and Overall Outcomes
The overall outcomes sought for the Low density residential zone are as follows:
(c)    The distinct look and feel of existing residential neighbourhoods is retained, and
       development makes a positive contribution to the streetscape, maintaining the low density
       and low scale character.
PO7
Buildings and structures:
a)     are low rise and present a building height consistent with structures on adjoining and
       surrounding premises and with the predominant character of the area;
b)     are designed to provide an interesting streetscape and complement landform changes;
c)     do not visually dominate the street or surrounding area;
d)     respect the scale of surrounding vegetation and maintain a vegetated skyline;
e)     do not unreasonably obscure views or lead to overshadowing of neighbouring properties;
       and
f)     do not exceed two storeys.
PO9
Buildings and structures are designed and sited to:
a)     provide a high level of amenity to users of the subject site and adjoining premises,
       including provision of visual and acoustic privacy and access to sunlight;
b)     not unreasonably obstruct views or cause overlooking of private open space or habitable
       areas of adjoining premises;
c)     provide adequate distance from adjoining land uses;
d)     preserve existing vegetation that will help buffer development;
e)     allow for space and landscaping to be provided between buildings including adequate area
       at ground level for landscaping with trees, shrubs and outdoor living;
f)     be consistent with the predominant character of the streetscape; and
g)     protect the natural character and avoid adverse impacts on ecologically important areas such
       as national parks, waterways and wetlands.
AO9.1
Buildings and structures have a setback of 6 metres from the road frontage, provided
that setback to one frontage may be reduced to 4.5 metres where the lot:
a)     has frontage to more than one road; and
b)     is less than 600m2 in area; or
c)     is less than 15 metres in width.
PO16
Roof designs:
a)     contribute positively to the character of the streetscape;
b)     incorporate eaves and roof overhangs;
c)     avoid boxy elevations on the front facade of the building;
d)     do not present an appearance of excessive bulk to the street or neighbouring properties;
e)     do not create opportunities for residents or building users to overlook the private open
       space or view into habitable windows or doors of neighbouring properties.
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