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COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER 2011 2.2 The means of access to the building and through the site. 2.3 The landscaping of the site. 2.4 Such other matters as are normally the subject of Council consideration of a detailed application for planning approval which are not covered in paragraph 2. Note: The following specific matters are raised for the attention of the owner when preparing building design: (d) (e) (f) The traffic analysis accompanying the application has been undertaken on the basis of 152 bays being provided on site. Should the detailed design propose more than this number, further traffic analysis will be required. Traffic engineering design issues have been raised in the assessment of the application in relation to access at both Nicholson Street and Railway Parade. These matters will require further assessment and have to be satisfactorily resolved at detailed planning stage. Any resulting works required in the streets must be at the owner's cost. Adequate on-site turn-around provision must be made to accommodate rubbish trucks and any other large service vehicles that may have reason to visit the site. DETAILS: Development Description The subject lots are located on the north side of Railway Parade and are surrounded by commercial developments to the east and west and residential properties to the north. Vehicle access is currently taken from Railway Parade, however, the rear of Lot 50 adjoins the Nicholson Street road reserve. WALGA and Qube Railway Parade Pty Ltd propose to develop both lots and the application submitted for further approval of details show:- Four storey office building above two ground floor tenancies (one to be occupied as a café) with a total floorspace of 6,100m 2 and combined total height of 5 storeys. 157 bays over two levels of basement parking and 5 bays provided at-grade to the rear of the development (162 bays in total). The two levels of basement parking are not internally linked, with the upper basement accessed from Railway Parade and the lower basement accessed from Nicholson Street. A minimum front street setback of 5.5 metres from Railway Parade and a rear setback from Nicholson Street of 45 metres. Nil and 3 metre setbacks from the western boundary and 3 metre and 10 metre setbacks from the eastern boundary to allow for light and ventilation to the building and a minimum setback at ground level of 11.3 metres to accommodate the pedestrian access way along the eastern side of the property. The roof extends to the eastern boundary. Pedestrian access in the form of a wide landscaped and paved area along the eastern boundary providing for a public pedestrian connection between Nicholson Street and Railway Parade. H:\CEO\GOV\COUNCIL MINUTES\11 MINUTES\DECEMBER 2011\B DV.DOCX 33
COUNCIL MINUTES TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER 2011 The proposed development is also seeking to achieve a 5-Star Green Star Office rating from the Green Building Council of Australia. Also accompanying the application is a Development Application Summary Report, a Traffic Impact Assessment Report, a Landscaping Concept Plan and a Waste Management Plan. Applicant Submission In conclusion the Applicant provides: The proposed development of the WALGA office of 168-170 Railway Parade, West Leederville will significantly contribute to realising the West Leederville Planning and Urban Design Study objectives. The development will vastly improve built form within the area, public spaces, increase concentration of offices, cafes and create a permanent pedestrian link between Nicholson Street and Railway Parade. The proposed development complies with the Town Planning Scheme No.1, Policy 6.5: Precinct P5: West Leederville and the West Leederville Planning and Urban Design Study relevant to the site, highlighting the value the development brings to the precinct and the benefits it will bring to surrounding sites. Development of the site will promote environmental principles, increase accessibility between public transport and enhance the pedestrian activity within the area. The WALGA development will greatly improve the character and amenity of the area with a compliant scheme that:- Aims to provide a 5-Star Green Star building, minimising greenhouse gas emissions and maximising efficiency through design; Activates two street frontages by landscaped forecourt, courtyard, café and restaurant; Provides a high quality contemporary and sustainable architectural solution that will lead and influence future developments within the area; Provides safe and accessible public spaces that are comfortable for pedestrians to use both day and night; Provides passive surveillance for pedestrians moving throughout the site; Provides excellent facilities for cyclists and takes advantage of access to public transport to minimise the use of private vehicle trips; and Increase connectivity of the local transport network. COMMENT: Council when previously considering the application for the subject lots (submitted in the form of a concept plan) outlined a series of conditions to be met, as well as matters requiring the further approval of details. Each of these conditions and matters are commented on below, under their respective headings in relation to the development application submitted. Conditions 1.1 5,100 m² of commercial office floor space and up to 1,000 m² of floor space for incidental purposes The plans submitted show a combined floorspace of 6,100m 2 which is proposed to be allocated for use as office, café and incidental purposes, meeting the above condition. H:\CEO\GOV\COUNCIL MINUTES\11 MINUTES\DECEMBER 2011\B DV.DOCX 34
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