Request to Amend Application 51997.2384.03

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              b) interrupting the pedestrian flow along
              footpaths.
               Streetscape & character
               056 Development-                            S56.1 Ground floor uses have at least    Complies
               a) respects and complements the             50% transparent glazing to shopfronts
               existing neighbourhood character;           to create active street fronts.
              b) addresses the street and contributes
              positively to the streetscape;
              c) incorporates attractive and
              contemporary designs;
              d) contributes positively to the skyline
               with pitched roofs;
              e)provides variation and vitality in
              setback alignment;
              f) incorporates outdoor dining or
              landscaped areas;
              g) includes covered pedestrian
              entrances to premises;
              h) varies in line and plane;
              i) employs landscape designs in front
              building setback areas and footpath
              areas that are in character with existing

              streetscape themes;
              j) provides for a variety of balconies,
              verandas, railing treatment and
              awnings but with limited covering of
              pedestrian areas;
              k) uses a variety of building materials to
              add to the diversity and visual interest
              within the streetscape; and
              I) provides separate       entrances   for
              Business Uses and Residential Uses
              within the one building.



              The proposed extensions are consistent with providing an active street front to Hastings Street.


              Landscaping

              The existing approval over the site 12506TC indicates that the current development form provides
              3053m2 landscaped open space on site which complied with relevant scheme requirements. This
              proposal now seeks to utilise 151 m2 of existing hardscape area for outdoor dining and display
              purposes.

              As indicated above the areas proposed to be utilised for outdoor dining and display are currently
              paved    and in relation to the Aromas and Chemist areas                     are     currently being utilised for such
              purposes.

              The use of these hardscape areas does not impact on the central courtyard                  providesarea   and
              vibrancy    to the street and centre.                                providing open space did not
                                                              These hardscape areas whilst
              provide any greenery or vegetation to the area. To ’replace’ the calculated open spaces areas the
              applicant has constructed a 80m2 vertical green wall and proposes a further green wall of 31 m2 on
              the site. These green walls provide soft landscaping and greenery to the site and are a positive
              contribution to the site. The photographs below demonstrate the ability of the green walls to soften
              and contribute positively to the overall area.




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