Diamond Creek MAC Design Guidelines - Nillumbik Shire Council

SD05: FUNCTIONALITYOBJECTIVE: Ensure that pedestrian routes, streets, footpathsand open spaces interact with and are overlooked by buildings.Develop more attractive public spaces to enhance socialinteraction and the image of the centre with seating, shade treesand outdoor eating.DESIGN GUIDELINES & DIRECTIONS:a. Minimise the number of vehicle cross-overs entering thesite. Vehicle access points should be separate frompedestrian access points.b. Avoid functional impacts on public spaces and pedestrianfootpaths.c. Entry and exit points should be adequately signed andinclude sufficient lighting.d. Street façade and ground floor internal layout should allowvisual and physical access to adjoining public realm/street.e. If possible and appropriate, establish through pedestrianlinkages to connect with key attractions such as openspaces, street networks and public transport.f. Locate private open spaces/ key active areas to face anortherly and/or easterly direction.g. New developments with a vertical mix of uses andresidential above, should provide equitable and sufficientprivate open space/ common space for residents.SD06: SUSTAINABILITYOBJECTIVE: Establish energy efficient developments that areappropriate to local conditions and climate.DESIGN GUIDELINES & DIRECTIONS:a. Investigate opportunities for solar heating/ energyharvesting and rain water collections. Locate equipment tobe away from public view or be integrated with the buildingdesign.b. Rain water tanks are strongly encouraged to be located tothe rear or underground.c. Position windows to allow for natural cross ventilation.d. Provide external shading devices to control heat gain.e. Incorporate extended eaves to allow winter sun and restrictsummer sun.nillumbik shire council | diamond creek major activity centre | general design guidelines 7