11. Transport Code

Performance outcomes                         Acceptable Outcomes

   3. provide for compensatory habitat       minimise interference with the vegetation.
      establishment and maintenance;
                                                                                                 Not applicable.
   4. minimise changes to the hydrological   AO12.3
      regime, including drainage patterns,   Roads avoid native vegetation and provide
      run-off and water quality;             appropriate fauna movement corridors and
   5. avoid crossing watercourses, drainage protection measures.
      lines and wetlands, but where such
      crossings are unavoidable, disturbed   Editor’s Note— Measures may include fauna
      areas are reinstated and revegetated   underpasses, ropes, fencing and the like.
      on completion of works; and
   6. minimise bulk earthworks.              AO12.4
                                                                                                 Not applicable.
                                             Road infrastructure within or adjacent to native
                                             habitat incorporates fences which allow for
                                             protected wildlife movement and controls
                                             unrestricted access of domestic cats and dogs.


                                             AO12.5                                              Not applicable.
                                             Native vegetation is protected from clearing or
                                             construction activities by—


                                                  1. clearly marking vegetation to be retained
                                                      with flagging tape;
                                                  2. installing protective fencing around the
                                                      dripline of vegetation; and