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COUNCIL MINUTESTUESDAY 26 FEBRUARY 2013sun access, it is noted that overshadowing of the adjoining property to the south has beencalculated at 13.7 percent (or 88.58m 2 ), which is within the acceptable development criteria.Overall in view of the above comments, and notwithstanding neighbour concerns, it isconsidered that the proposed height of the development is acceptable and satisfies theperformance criteria for the following reason:-• the additional height of the dwelling is unlikely to have a significant detrimental impact onthe streetscape or the amenity of neighbouring properties.Visual privacyRear verandahPerformance criteria:Proposed• 3.2 metres to southernside boundary withincone of vision• 4.0m metres to northernside boundary withincone of visionAcceptable development provision7.5 metres within the cone of visionDirect overlooking of active habitable spaces and outdoor living areas of other dwellings isminimised by building layout, location and design of major openings and outdoor activehabitable spaces, screening devices and landscape, or remoteness.Effective location of major openings and outdoor active habitable spaces to avoidoverlooking is preferred to the use of screening devices or obscured glass.Where these are used, they should be integrated with the building design and have minimalimpact on residents’ or neighbours’ amenity.Where opposite windows are offset from the edge of one window to the edge of another, the distanceof the offset should be sufficient to limit views into adjacent windows.In respect to overlooking towards the southern neighbour, it is noted that privacy screening to1.65 metres has been provided along the southern side of the verandah. This screening directsoverlooking towards the rear yard area of the subject site and limits overlooking within the coneof vision to a small section along the side of the lot to the south. It is also noted that the ownersintend to maintain the mature trees along the southern boundary which will assist in theprovision of privacy between neighbours. The existing boundary fence along the southern sideboundary will also act as further screening to prevent any direct overlooking.The property to the north contains no major openings or outdoor living areas which could beoverlooked from the proposed verandah. A rear pool area will not be visible from the verandah.The extent of overlooking is therefore considered minor and will have minimal impact uponneighbour's amenity.Overall in view of the above comments, it is considered that the potential overlooking from thedevelopment is acceptable and complies with the performance criteria for the followingreasons:-• overlooking of the adjoining property to the south is minimised though screening andexisting mature vegetation;H:\CEO\GOV\COUNCIL MINUTES\13 MINUTES\FEBRUARY 2013\B DV.DOCX 87
COUNCIL MINUTESTUESDAY 26 FEBRUARY 2013• potential overlooking of the adjoining property to the north is towards non-active habitableareas.POLICY/STATUTORY IMPLICATIONS:There are no policy or statutory implications related to this report. The proposal was assessedagainst the provisions of the Residential Design Codes (R Codes), Town Planning SchemeNo.1, and the Town Planning Scheme Policy Manual.FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:There are no financial implications related to this report.STRATEGIC DIRECTION:Consideration of this application is consistent with the Town's Strategic Plan 2009-2020 for thepriority area 'Planning for our Community'.COMMUNITY CONSULTATION:This matter has been assessed under the Community Consultation Policy. The requirementsfor consultation have been satisfied under the statutory provisions of the Town PlanningScheme.ATTACHMENTS:1. Summary of applicant's justification and neighbour's comments.COUNCIL DECISION:(COMMITTEE AND ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION)Moved by Cr MacRae, seconded by Cr BradleyThat, in accordance with Part 4 of the Town of Cambridge Town Planning Scheme No. 1,Council APPROVES the application for second storey additions and alterations anddouble carport submitted by Mr Ashley & Mrs Melanie Day at Lot 1327 (No. 101)McKenzie Street, Wembley, as shown on the plans dated 5 November 2012 subject to thefollowing conditions:-(i)(ii)a minimum of 60% of the front setback area to be landscaped to the satisfaction ofthe Town;the carport to remain open on all sides. No solid door is to be installed.Carried 9/0H:\CEO\GOV\COUNCIL MINUTES\13 MINUTES\FEBRUARY 2013\B DV.DOCX 88
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