Minor Change Request report 16 McA

                                                                    Pivotal Perspective Pty Ltd
                                                   Local and International Development Planning
                                                                        4/59 Mary St, Noosaville
                                                                             QLD, Australia 4565
                                                                [email protected]
                                                                              +61 0406 334 227



 (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.


The proposal complies with PO7 for the following reasons:
   • the proposal is of a lessor scale than the existing building given the overall reduction
       of roof height;
   • the dwelling proposes an improved streetscape with a modern upgrade;
   • the roof does not create any additional overshadowing of the neighbouring property
       as it is lower than the existing roof and downhill;
   • will not impact views as it is downhill of the existing higher roof;
   • the overall roof height is proposed to be reduced;
   • the existing roof is also up to 1m higher than that proposed;
   • the number of storeys remains the same.

Habitable deck within 6m street setback

The proposal seeks to use the roof of the single storey existing garage for a habitable area
and is raised as it is within the front 6m setback.

Performance Outcome PO9 is relevant and provided below for reference.

Setback
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.

The applicant has provided images of the view from the proposal deck and provided as
Figure 8 and 9 below.