Minor Change Report RAL24 0003 01 (As Published) · RAL24/0003.01

               Applicant’s Request
               The applicant has requested existing condition 8 be amended to propose identification markers for
               the internal covenant interface in lieu of providing the required dog proof fencing, with justification
               provided as follows:
               Impacts to Native Fauna
               •      Reduced wildlife access to Feeding areas;
               •      Limits access to water sources;
               •      Obstruction from refuge zones;
               •      Introduces risk of injury to macropods from entanglement in fencing.
               Obstruction to Future Revegetation Work
               •      Fence would potentially hinder access for workers involved in a 3-year revegetation project.
               •      Eastern boundary is the most accessible entry point, which would be blocked.
               Visual and Environmental Impact
               •      Proposed fencing is considered tall and unsightly;
               •      Is out of character with surrounding open-plan properties;
               •      Detracts from the natural bushland aesthetics.
               Assessment of Request
               Based on the proposed alternative solution, Council supports the applicants change to Condition
               8 and recommends amendment to the condition to reflect the alternative solution.
               The alternative solution to install hardwood posts retains the natural landscape amenity while
               providing future demarcation of the covenant area to landowners of lot 362. Annotations will be
               provided on the approved plan to reflect the proposed change to development permit.




                                  Figure 3 – Approved Vegetation Protection Covenant Area and aerial imagery

               Recommendation
               It is recommended existing condition 8 be amended to read as follows:
               Identification of Vegetation Protection Covenant Area
               8.     To ensure long-term environmental protection and clear identification of the Vegetation
                      Protection Covenant Area, a minimum of three decorative hardwood posts must be installed
                      along the boundary where Lot 362 interfaces with the Vegetation Protection Covenant Area:
                      a.      Posts must be spaced evenly and positioned at the midpoint and ends of the internal
                              interfacing boundary;
                      b.      Each post must be a minimum of 500mm above natural ground level to maintain a
                              visually identifiable and prominent demarcation;

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Document Set ID: 24009176
Version: 3, Version Date: 12/08/2025