Sustainable design code

Performance outcomes                                    Acceptable outcomes
         7. uses natural light rather than artificial                            The development incorporates passive
             light, and may include skylights,                                    building design to mitigate reliance of
             atriums and light wells;                                             mechanical cooling and heating techniques,
         8. contains a minimum of two openings                                    by embracing natural breezes and light.
             per habitable room;                                                 Each dwelling includes a minimum 2.7m
         9. provides a minimum floor to ceiling                                   floor to ceiling height
             height of 2.7 metres; and                                           Weather protection and sun shading
         10. enables efficient operation and use of                               (including eaves and overhangs that are
             the building.                                                        incorporated into the building facades.
                                                                                 Incorporates building colours to reduce
                                                                                  solar heat transfer.
Editor's Note: Refer to Figure 9.4.6.4.                                          Includes non-mechanical clothes drying
                                                                                  areas to each dwelling.