planning report 73 southern cross · MCU22/0197

•   The northern garage door is also screened by dense landscaping which will cover nearly three quarters
    of the door;

•   Council has historically approved double garage doors where the front fence and landscaping offsets
    and does not dominate the streetscape as in this case, including the dual occupancy recently approved
    and currently under construction on the adjoining property.

•   The built form is articulated and substantial landscaping provided forward of the building line;

•   The building is setback greater than the required 6m;

•   The design is a contemporary outcome which will enhance and contribute positively to the locality;

•   The street facing façade is interesting with each dwelling offering individual character;

•   The building is designed to step down the slope with the garages setback a generous 9.61m
    demonstrating the development will not dominate the street given this significant setback; and

•   The proposal exceeds the quantity of soft landscaping required with landscaping provided to the whole
    perimeter of the site, a generous portion within the frontage and rear yards.



Setback – rear
The proposal is setback 4.2m in lieu of 6m set out by the AO12.1(c). The relevant PO12 is provided
below for reference.
PO12
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;
    (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, outdoor living and utilities;
    (f) be consistent with the predominant character of the surrounding area; and
    (g) protect the natural character and avoid adverse impacts on ecologically important areas such as
        national parks, waterways and wetlands.


The proposed 4.2m setback fully complies with PO12 for the following reasons—
•   Will not impose on the neighbouring rear property as some excavation is required and the development
    sits lower on the lot.




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