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Minor Change Existing Approval MCU25 0057 01, OPW25 0078 01 & RAL25 0010 01 [As Published]
18. Electrical conduits or other services proposed to be installed within existing and proposed
road reserves under existing sealed carriageways, concrete pathways, concrete/sealed
driveways or significant vegetation must be installed by boring. Trenching is not permitted,
unless specifically approved by Council.
Pathways
19. All pathways must be constructed in accordance with the following requirements:
a. All footpath/cycleway must comply with Council’s Standard Drawing SEQ R-065.
b. Provision must be made for disabled access at all kerb crossings associated with
pathways, in accordance with Council's current standards.
c. All paths must have a slip resistant surface.
d. Expansion and contraction joints must provide a flush finish. Installation of joints by
saw cutting is preferred to ensure a smooth ride for cyclists.
e. The required work includes any modifications to ensure the footpath finishes flush with
all existing service covers and the like, or alternatively these services are raised or
altered, so as not to create a pedestrian safety hazard.
20. Pathways must:
a. terminate in a manner that ensures smooth transition to existing surfaces for public
safety.
b. be designed and constructed to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA),
Access to Premises Standard, Austroads and relevant sections of AS1428 Design for
access and mobility.
Site Access and Driveways
21. Driveway crossovers must be constructed in accordance with council’s Standard Drawings
RS-049, RS-050 and RS-051 and any associated addendum.
22. Any existing unnecessary or redundant property accesses must be removed, and the kerb,
footpath and verge area reinstated to match the existing footpath and/or verge treatments.
Grassed verge areas to be reinstated must be provided with 100 mm topsoil and grass seed
or turf, and must be maintained by the developer until established.
23. The following must be complied with during the construction of the required
crossover/driveway:
a. The driveway surfacing must consist of either an approved hot mixed asphaltic
concrete or patterned/plain concrete.
b. The driveway must be constructed so as not to concentrate stormwater runoff onto
neighbouring properties.
c. Underground service conduits for water supply, electricity and any other services must
be provided as part of the access driveway
d. Where there is an existing pedestrian path, a matching crossfall must be provided for
the driveway on the alignment of the path, for the full width of the path.
e. The property access must be located a minimum of 1m clear of existing power poles,
streetlights or other signage. The developer is responsible for any necessary relocation
of existing services to provide this clearance and must contact the relevant service
authorities and comply with their requirements in relation to these works.
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