agenda of shire planning committee - 4 june 2018€¦ · croydon st 16 extra public car parking...
TRANSCRIPT
Business Paper
Shire Planning Committee
Monday, 4 June 2018
6.30pm
Council Chambers,
Level 2, Administration Building,
4-20 Eton Street, Sutherland
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 2
ORDER OF BUSINESS
1. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
2. APOLOGIES
3. DISCLOSURES OF INTEREST
4. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETINGS
5. PRESENTATIONS
6. REPORTS FROM OFFICERS
PLN035-18 Further analysis of strategic sites in Cronulla
PLN036-18 Dedication of E2 Environmental Conservation Land to Council
PLN037-18 Proposed Land Acquisition - 153 Gannons Road, Caringbah South
7. QUESTIONS
8. CONSIDERATION OF BUSINESS IN CLOSED SESSION
9. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS FROM OFFICERS
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 3
PL
N0
35
-18
PLN035-18 FURTHER ANALYSIS OF STRATEGIC SITES IN CRONULLA
Attachments: Nil
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Studio GL put forward proposals for bonus height and density for three sites in Cronulla as a
means of achieving public gains associated with tourist and visitor accommodation and more
public parking (PLN009-18). These concepts have been analysed in relation to overshadowing,
visual impact, potential impact on adjacent properties, streetscape character and traffic
implications.
To be successful development needs to be economically feasible and the resulting bulk and
scale acceptable in the streetscape. Council also needs to be certain that the preferred end use
will be assured. As put forward the concepts do not adequately resolve these key issues.
If Council wants to set a new vision for Cronulla with increased height and FSR or significant
bonuses to facilitate tourist and visitor accommodation or public parking, the best way forward
would be to encourage site specific Planning Proposals supported by Voluntary Planning
Agreements clearly articulating the community benefit. This approach would allow the
community to be very clear about the extent of the public benefit and the scale of change
required for it to be delivered.
REPORT RECOMMENDATION
That Council acknowledge that it is prepared to consider amending development standards in
Cronulla where a Planning Proposal can deliver tourist and visitor accommodation and/or public
parking, provided the amenity of the public domain and surrounding properties is maintained.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 4
PL
N0
35
-18
PURPOSE
The purpose of this report is to inform Council of further analysis of the potential impacts of concepts
for three sites in Cronulla, put forward by Studio GL (consultants for Cronulla Town Centre Public
Domain Masterplan), and their potential to secure public gains associated with tourist and visitor
accommodation and public parking.
BACKGROUND
Council Motion PLN009-18
As part of its work on the Cronulla Town Centre Public Domain Masterplan, Studio GL explored how
key sites could be developed to help activate the centre with increased tourist and visitor
accommodation, additional public parking and a large supermarket. The consultants explored how
these uses could be facilitated through providing additional height and floor space to three strategic
sites. Council considered the concepts put forward by the consultant on 21 August 2017 (PLN009-18)
and resolved that prior to a decision being made, further analysis be carried out in relation to traffic
implications, shadowing of the mall (for the Kingsway site), visual impact and the potential impact on
adjacent properties. Council also sought advice on how the planning framework could be amended to
facilitate the outcomes identified by the consultant. This report provides analysis of these issues.
DISCUSSION
Current Strategic Planning Framework for Cronulla
The strategic planning framework for Cronulla was last reviewed during the preparation of SSLEP2015
and SSDCP2015. These plans were developed with extensive community consultation. Improving the
pedestrian experience and maintaining the amenity of the public domain were recognised as being of
primary importance to the community. Maintaining solar access to the mall was critically important
given its role as the retail and community focus of the centre. Community engagement highlighted that
the community valued the existing character of Cronulla. Strong demand for more quality residential
units was also apparent.
The strategy subsequently adopted was founded on promoting infill development in and around the
centre in a way that could maintain Cronulla’s relaxed beachside atmosphere and build on its vibrant
street culture. New development standards were introduced through SSLEP2015 to encourage
redevelopment and help activate the commercial centre. Height limits were carefully considered so
that good solar access to the public domain was assured, particularly for Cronulla mall, and the scale
of new development fitted into the existing skyline.
At that time Cronulla Centre and the surrounding residential flat zone had a mixture of two and three
storey older flats and commercial buildings, as well as some significantly taller 9-14 storey residential
flat buildings which were built under earlier planning schemes. Council ultimately adopted varied
height limits across the centre ranging from 16m (5 storeys) up to 30m (9-10 storeys), with floor space
ratios from 2:1 up to 3:1. Maximum heights were based on the immediate local context of each site.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 5
PL
N0
35
-18
The potential of each site was assessed, having regard to what height could be accommodated while
protecting the amenity of adjacent development and the public domain. This approach means that infill
development facilitated through SSLEP2015 fits within the skyline created by the taller buildings
approved in the 1980s.
Notwithstanding this fairly conservative approach, increasing height and density in Cronulla Centre
generated significant community concern. When Draft LEP2015 was first exhibited, 67 submissions
objected to proposed increases in height and density in Cronulla. Key issues centred on objectors
wanting to preserve the existing open character of Cronulla and avoid the prospect of a ‘Gold Coast’
type of development. The second exhibition of the draft plan resulted in 237 submissions objecting to
increases in height and density in Cronulla, with 179 submissions specifically opposing development
which would impact Cronulla mall. A further 150 submissions to the third exhibition of the draft plan
objected to the proposed increases to height limits along Cronulla mall due to potential overshadowing
impacts. Submissions also objected to increases in height and density because of the additional traffic
generation and the exacerbation of parking issues. Council responded to submissions by carefully
modifying height limits and using DCP provisions to ensure that a very high standard of solar access
was assured for the public domain.
The strategies in SSLEP2015 and SSDCP2015 have delivered significant investment in Cronulla. The
8-9 storey height limits are commercially attractive and there are several new developments under
construction or being marketed. The new buildings are large in scale but can be accommodated
without changing the overall character of Cronulla. The infill development is meeting the demand for
quality units while delivering improved ground floor retail spaces and providing more opportunities for
cafes and restaurants in an improved public domain. As more redevelopments gradually displace the
older lower density flats and shops, the density of Cronulla will increase. The urban form will become
more consolidated with less space between apartment buildings. The following image shows new
buildings in colour to highlight how they fit into the existing urban form. When considering changes
that would facilitate development of greater height and density, it is important to see this in the context
of the redevelopment potential already in place in Cronulla, rather than how it is today.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 6
PL
N0
35
-18
Supporting Tourism
Council has long recognised the importance of tourism to the local economy and sought strategies to
grow its tourism offer. Reports on tourism commissioned by Council in 2013 and 2015 have
consistently identified a shortage of tourist accommodation in the Sutherland Shire (“Visitor
Accommodation Development Opportunities in the Sutherland Shire” by 2T Tourism Asset Services in
2013, a further report in 2015; and “Destination Management Plan” by The Stafford Group, 2015). A
key recommendation of the 2T report is that facilitation of tourism development requires additional
stimulus, such as bonus FSR for tourist and visitor accommodation. The report suggests that floor
space ratios in Cronulla B3 zone could be up to 5:1 for the short stay visitor accommodation
component of a new development. No analysis was made of the impacts that may result from
development of this density.
The 2T tourism report references an FSR bonus scheme operating in the commercial core of the City
of Sydney, where hotel development competes with higher value commercial uses and residential
units. However, the Visitor Accommodation Action Plan prepared by the City of Sydney notes limited
success from this FSR bonus scheme, and limited evidence that floor space incentives lead to an
increase in accommodation supply. It concludes that any floor space incentive may not be enough to
overcome the low demand and value for a particular use and the high demand and value for an
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 7
PL
N0
35
-18
alternative use.1 This may also prove to be true in Cronulla. If an operator cannot make the required
return for accommodation it will simply not be built regardless of the bonus offered.
In the Cronulla Strategic Sites report, the consultant has approached the problem of finding space for
tourist accommodation from an urban design perspective. Built forms have been developed which, in
the consultant’s view, achieve acceptable outcomes yet accommodate floor space above the current
LEP standards. The weakness of this approach is that it is not based on any economic analysis.
Council does not know if the suggested additional floor space is enough to make a hotel financially
viable.
A FSR or height bonus does not guarantee that a hotel will be developed. The LEP currently provides
an FSR bonus for tourist and visitor accommodation for a site at 40-44 Kingsway, Cronulla. It provides
a FSR bonus of 1:1 (from 2.5:1 to 3.5:1). This was provided at the request of the landowner. However,
this bonus has not been taken up and a residential development is currently under consideration.
Site 1: The Bowling Club
A potential amalgamated site consists of the land owned by Cronulla Recreation and Bowling Club
(fronting both Wilbar Avenue and Croydon Street) and three adjacent lots on Croydon Street owned by
Council that currently provide 39 public car parking spaces. The consultant presented three options
with different site amalgamation patterns. Only Option 1 is confined to lots owned by the Bowling Club
and Council.
SSLEP2015 currently gives greater development potential to the sites fronting Croydon Street than
those fronting Wilbar Avenue. This was put in place to provide a transition in scale to the older style
residential flat buildings on the western side of Wilbar Street.
1 City of Sydney Visitor Accommodation Action Plan (Hotels and Serviced Apartments) June 2015 P23
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 8
PL
N0
35
-18
Option Height FSR Bonus Public benefit
1 (Club and
Council land
only)
22m
and
15m
2.05:1 FSR bonus 0.5:1 for
properties on Wilbar
Av
Bonus 2m on
Croydon St
16 extra public car parking spaces
and current 39 public car parking
spaces replaced
Through block pedestrian path
2 (larger site,
not available,
development
under
construction)
22m
and
15m
2:1 FSR bonus 0.5:1 for
properties on Wilbar
Av bonus 2m on
Croydon St
16 extra public car parking spaces
and current 39 public car parking
spaces replaced
Through block pedestrian path.
3 (whole
block)
22m
and
15m
2.1:1 FSR bonus 0.18:1
Height bonus 2m on
Croydon St
57 extra public car parking and
current 39 public car parking spaces
replaced
Two through block pedestrian paths
Serviced apartments
Option 1 proposes additional car parking and the provision of a through-block pedestrian link as a
public benefit for additional FSR and height. The report suggests that a supermarket could be part of
this development which has been viewed as something missing from Cronulla centre that would
activate the locality. However, the delivery of a supermarket via a bonus provision is considered to be
a questionable public benefit as it is already permissible and is a high value commercial use. The
proposed bonus is also considered to be very small which questions the value of this option.
Option 2 includes four more lots on Croydon Street. This option is no longer available as there is a
development now under construction on those lots for a five storey residential/commercial
development.
Bowling Club Site Option 1 Concept Design
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 9
PL
N0
35
-18
Option 3 is for the whole block, including the Telstra site, Housing NSW land to the south and two lots
owned by Minister for Police (the local police station). This scheme allows for a pedestrian plaza as
well as a pedestrian through block link. It also contains tourist and visitor apartments at the southern
edge looking to Gunnamatta Bay. While a large site offers more options for redevelopment, an
amalgamation requirement of this size with multiple landowners makes redevelopment doubtful.
The three options for the Bowling Club amalgamated sites do not propose large increases in height or
density. They are considered to be compatible with the current scale and character of Cronulla and
could result in acceptable visual impacts. Option 4 includes tourist accommodation overlooking
Gunnamatta Bay would be very attractive and would have minimal impact due to the railway
embankment being to the south of the site. However, the views offered would also make the concept
highly attractive for residential units which would be more profitable.
Site 2: Railway End
Two concepts were presented by the consultant for site owned by Railcorp at the end of the railway
line and bounded by Cronulla Street, Waratah Street and Tonkin Street. The land is currently used for
train stabling and staff parking. There are no current indications that RailCorp plans to develop the
land. A through-site pedestrian path would be highly desirable in order to provide a more direct link to
the Bundeena Ferry wharf and Gunnamatta Park. Both concepts are based on tourist and visitor
accommodation.
Under SSLEP2015 the mapped height and FSR is 20m (6 storeys) and 2:1. Option 1 suggests
increasing height to 22m (7 storeys) and FSR to 3.21:1. Option 2 has a similar building envelope plan
with a 30m corner tower (9-10 storeys) with increased FSR to 4:1.
Option Height FSR Bonus Public benefits
1 22m FSR
3.21:1
FSR bonus 1.21:1
Height bonus 2m
Pedestrian path to park and ferry
Hotel
2 30m FSR 4:1 FSR bonus 2:1
Height bonus 10m
Pedestrian path to park and ferry
Hotel
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 10
PL
N0
35
-18
Railway End site Option 1 Concept design
Railway End site Option 2 Concept design
The site is bounded by railway land and roads and is adjacent to the wide intersection of Waratah
Street, Cronulla Street and Nicholson Parade. This site is at a higher level than Gunnamatta Park to
the south-west, and there would be overshadowing impacts on the northern end of the park and the
child care centre on Waratah Street. These impacts would be greater for the taller Option 2. The
overshadowing impacts of development on this site could be within acceptable limits for Options 1 and
2, depending on the design of the development.
Development of the site would enliven this part of the centre, while creating a different, more urban
streetscape character. While the site is zoned B3 Commercial Core, commercial activities are largely
absent from the immediate locality, and the site is not built upon. This part of the centre currently has a
very open character because Cronulla Street is located along the ridge and the land falls to
Gunnamatta Park and the bay. Development of the site to the scale suggested in either option would
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 11
PL
N0
35
-18
result in a marked change to the streetscape character of the area, extending the commercial centre
to the edge of the park and residential flat area.
The height of building suggested in Option 1 is only 2m higher than the current height permissible
under SSLEP2015. Option 2, with a 30m element, is higher than allowed on nearby sites, but
consistent with the maximum allowable heights elsewhere in the centre, and reflects the scale of
recent development in Gerrale Street. Options 1 and 2 are considered to be compatible with the
current scale and character of the Cronulla centre and could result in acceptable visual impacts.
Site 3: Top of the Mall
The consultant presented the following three concepts for an amalgamated site on the Kingsway at
the northern end of Cronulla mall, bounded by the Kingsway, Abel Place and Croydon Street.
Option Height FSR Bonus Public benefit
1
30m FSR 3:1 No change 11 surplus car parking spaces
2 45m FSR 3.48:1 FSR bonus: 0.48:1
Height bonus: 15m
9 surplus car parking spaces
Tourist and Visitor accommodation
3 67m
FSR 4:1 FSR bonus: 1:1
Height bonus: 37m
126 public car parking spaces
(above GL so included in FSR)
16 surplus car parking spaces
Tourist and Visitor accommodation
This is a very prominent site located on the ridge of the Kingsway at the head of Cronulla mall. The
ridge starts to falls towards the beach at this point, making the site prominent from all directions, but
particularly so for vehicles and pedestrians approaching Cronulla on the Kingsway from the west. The
site’s location at the top of the mall means that views from the mall will terminate at this site and as
such it is critical to pedestrians’ experience of Cronulla mall.
SSLEP2015 recognises that the site has considerable development potential and sets an allowable
height of 30m (9-10 storeys) and FSR up to 3:1 if the whole block is amalgamated into one
development site (5,255 m2). Development of such a large site must be skilfully designed as there is a
risk of overpowering the streetscape’s fine grain of shopfronts which express the traditional narrow lot
subdivision pattern.
The current development standards were informed by analysis of potential overshadowing and sought
to limit impact on the mall. The image below shows the impact of the current controls on the northern
section of the mall at 12 noon in mid-winter. In this worst case scenario, overshadowing is limited to its
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 12
PL
N0
35
-18
northern edge. This was considered acceptable given that users are unlikely to gather at the edge of
the Kingsway and the remainder of the mall is unaffected.
Site 3: SSLEP2015 current development controls: Midwinter shadow diagram 30m height
Option 2 has increased height to 45m and FSR up to 3.48:1. The building envelope plan locates
significant floor space in a taller element at the eastern end of the amalgamated site with the
remainder being closer to 20m. This approach moves the shadow impact of the additional height away
from the mall so that it predominately falls onto the cinema site. This is a sensible solution in terms of
reducing impact upon the public domain.
Site 3 Option 2: Midwinter shadow diagram height 45m at 12 noon
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 13
PL
N0
35
-18
The maximum extent of overshadowing of the mall for Option 2 is at between 10am and 11am, but the
shadow has largely cleared the mall by 1pm. The maximum distance that the shadow extends into the
mall from the Kingsway is 64m.
To the east of the subject site, on the corner of Abel Place and 1 Kingsway is a 10-14 storey (approx.
40m) building containing Quest short-stay apartments and residential units with Northies Hotel
occupying the lower levels. With Option 2 some overshadowing of the western facing units would
occur from 3pm midwinter. However, given orientation and development standards this impact is not
unreasonable.
The 3D image below shows Option 2 within its local context. The maximum height of this option at
45m (15 storeys) is 5m higher than the neighbouring Quest apartments. This is not a significant height
increase, but does give the building increased prominence due to its ridge top location. This height
and FSR could result in a development which is similar in scale to buildings in its immediate context
and as such would not be out of character with the existing streetscape.
Site 3 Option 2: 3D view
In Option 3 the taller element is a tower (67m at its highest edge) with a small floor plate, with other
parts of the development being 16m (4 storeys) and 24m (7 storeys) in height. The tower is slender,
which helps mitigate the overshadowing impacts as a narrow shadow moves more quickly. The top of
the tower is angled to the north, which also reduces the amount of shadow cast. The overshadowing
impact of the tower and podium extends approximately 80m into the mall at 10am. However, by 11am
most of the shadow has moved out of the mall.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 14
PL
N0
35
-18
Site 3 Option 3: Midwinter shadow diagram height 67m at 10am
Site 3 Option 3: Midwinter shadow diagram height 67m at 12 noon
In terms of potential overshadowing of the mall, the angled built form of the tower and its slender form
results in acceptable impacts. The mall is essentially free from overshadowing from 11:30 mid-winter.
Option 3 would overshadow western facing units above Northies in late afternoon midwinter. Some
additional overshadowing would also impact the 12-storey Rydges Hotel at 20-26 Kingsway. Future
redevelopment on the eastern side of the mall would also be affected, but the alignment of Abel Place
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 15
PL
N0
35
-18
creates a corridor for northern solar access that benefits these sites. Given the scale of the concept
building, overshadowing is well handled, but this is reliant on a very particular angled roof form.
Site 3 Option 3: 3D view
The Option 3 concept, at 67m, would result in a much higher building than exists in Cronulla or
allowed anywhere in Sutherland Shire. By comparison, the highest building in the Kirrawee Brickpit
development is 50m (16 storeys, not yet constructed). The visual impact of a building of this scale in a
prominent ridge top location needs to be carefully considered. The question that needs to be asked is
whether introducing a building of a much larger scale would change the character of Cronulla and if
so, is this representative of the desired future character for the Cronulla Centre. To test the impact of
Option 3, modelling has been carried out of the concept from key vantage points and is shown below.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 16
PL
N0
35
-18
Site 3 Option 3: 3D view from south
Site 3 Option 3: 3D view from north
Analysis confirms that a building to 67m would dramatically change the skyline of Cronulla. It would
introduce a tower building into the skyline, in marked contrast to the existing squatter built forms. It
would stand out from the pack, rather than being part of a cluster.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 17
PL
N0
35
-18
The mix of older style apartment buildings with a scattering of quality infill buildings, gives Cronulla a
unique feel with a mixed community. Gradually older lower scale buildings within the centre will be
redeveloped, but the development standards of SSLEP2015 will ensure the new buildings reflect the
scale and density of recent projects. These have generally been well received by the wider
community. Tower buildings make it easier to achieve premium apartments because fewer units per
floor can take advantage of panoramic views. They would accommodate growing demand for premium
units in Cronulla. If Council supports the addition of a tower building to the Cronulla skyline it is highly
likely that Planning Proposals for more sites will be encouraged.
When viewed from the mall, looking east along the Kingsway, or from the older style residential flat
precinct to the north, the Option 3 concept building would be dramatic. It will be a statement building at
the main entry of the centre and begin to set a new character for Cronulla. The question for Council is
what character does it want Cronulla to have in 10 or 20 years’ time?
Best practice planning requires a place based approach grounded on community engagement. Any
Planning Proposal that looks to change development standards is required to undergo extensive
community consultation. The South District Plan directs Council to take a design led, collaborative
approach to deliver a planning framework that creates great places for local communities. It suggests
that Council works with local communities, local businesses and other stakeholders to develop a
shared vision for places.
If Council wants to set a new vision for Cronulla that better accommodates quality residential units in
residential towers, or provides significant bonuses to facilitate tourist and visitor accommodation or
public parking, it would be best to commence a place based planning exercise for Cronulla to inform
changes to SSLEP2015.
Traffic Implications
An assessment of the traffic implications of the proposals for the three sites has been undertaken by
Council’s Traffic and Transport Services Unit, and their response is included below:
Traffic Congestion
In general, traffic congestion in Cronulla has steadily increased over time to the point where regular
delays occur in the weekday and weekend peak periods. Traffic modelling of the town centre indicates
that under a 2034 do nothing scenario, future traffic growth (based on the anticipated uptake of
increased development yield provided by SSLEP 2015 will significantly add to existing congestion
within the road network, in particular the Wilbar Avenue/Cronulla Street route. Significant pinch points
and extensive queuing are identified at key intersections along this route.
In this context, it is evident that there is a fundamental issue with the locations of the Bowling Club and
Railway End Strategic sites. Increased development yield (above the SSLEP 2015) and additional
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 18
PL
N0
35
-18
public parking will create additional vehicle trips to and from these sites that will further exacerbate
traffic congestion. Existing constraints and competing demands for improved streetscapes and
pedestrian and cycling facilities limit the ability to build additional capacity into the existing road
network to and from these sites. Investigation of a number of options including one way movements
around the town centre show that such treatments would be very expensive and in all likelihood only
transfer the problem to other locations.
The traffic study undertaken for Cronulla in 2015 indicated that the provision of a new road link via
Tonkin Street and Searl Road would provide sufficient additional capacity. However, the provision of
this additional road link has many challenges including current land ownership, the need to relocate
major water and sewer mains servicing South Cronulla and potential impact on Tonkin Oval. It
remains as a potential long term proposition subject to further feasibility analysis.
The location of the Northern Gateway is a more suitable site in order to secure public gains associated
with the development of tourist and visitor accommodation and the provision of more public car
parking. The site is located on the northern side of the town centre and associated traffic generation
will have less impact on the already congested areas of the town centre south of Kingsway.
Public Parking
With higher land values, limited available space, increasing traffic congestion and the demand for
improved streetscapes, the conventional approach of trying to satisfy increased public parking
demand through the provision of more public parking spaces will become less effective over
time. Council will need to better manage the demand for parking in order to maximise the potential of
our commercial and recreational areas. Council is currently preparing a Shire wide parking
management and improvement plan which specifically covers relevant policies and mechanisms that
can be used to manage existing parking facilities and current and future demands for additional
parking. This includes measures to increase the turnover of existing parking spaces and promote
alternatives to car transport.
So whilst there is merit in exploring the opportunity for additional town centre parking through
incentives offered to development, this must only occur on sites where the additional traffic
generation can be managed. Therefore, of the three sites put forward only the Kingsway site has merit
because additional traffic is not brought into the already congested streets south of the Kingsway.
However, even the Kingsway site will not be without costs associated with increased traffic
congestion.
Simply providing more parking is not the answer to Cronulla’s future and Council needs to find a point
of balance between traffic/parking and the amenity of the centre. The Cronulla Town Centre Public
Domain Masterplan identifies a comprehensive series of works that will make the Cronulla centre a
more attractive place offering a higher standard of amenity for residents and users. It may be better for
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 19
PL
N0
35
-18
Council to focus on centre improvements and more efficient use of existing parking rather than
increasing parking supply.”
Changes to the Planning Framework to Facilitate Public Outcomes
It is possible to include a clause in an LEP that provides bonus height and/or FSR if certain criteria are
met. Council has successfully used this approach in the medical precinct, but it has not been
successful in delivering tourist accommodation at 40-44 Kingsway, Cronulla. A bonus provision
provides an incentive, but it is not a guarantee that a preferred use will be developed, as development
is determined by economic feasibility.
There is also a risk for Council in using a bonus provision because the bonus indicates that it has
accepted the impacts of a larger building as being reasonable in the local context. To ensure that
tourist and visitor accommodation will be developed, any bonus development standards have to be
clearly contingent on the preferred use being developed. The history of the approval of the Cecil
Apartments provides a cautionary tale in this regard. Council approved a building which exceeded the
development standards which applied at the time because the building was to contain tourist and
visitor accommodation in addition to residential flats. However, as the development approval was not
tightly bound to tourism accommodation, no serviced apartments were ultimately produced, and the
Cecil sits as the tallest building in the Cronulla Centre.
RESOURCING STRATEGY IMPLICATIONS
The planning controls for these sites are the responsibility of the Strategic Planning Unit. The Strategic
Planning Unit could also conduct community consultation or progress a Planning Proposal using
existing resources.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Council’s most recent community consultation survey found that three of the four top issues of concern
for Shire residents are: the impact of development, the overwhelming traffic congestion and the
frustration of parking, with 91% noting that it is getting harder to find parking. The survey confirmed
that residents have high emotional investment in the Shire. They seek to minimise the impact of
development on themselves where development potential is to be increased and want to understand
how council are weighing the interests of the community vs developers. Those residents who prefer
the option of development being spread across the Shire also feel that tall buildings are out of line with
the look and feel of the area and would erode the areas’ ‘small town’ feel. While the survey did not
specifically address development forms in Cronulla, it does suggest that the community remains
sensitive to change and the consequences of increased urbanisation.
Community consultation was also undertaken during the preparation of the Cronulla Town Centre
Public Domain Masterplan (December 2016). It found that a key area of community concern for
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 20
PL
N0
35
-18
Cronulla Centre was traffic and parking. Also, 80% of respondents agreed with the guiding principle “to
reflect local character”; with respondents expressing affection for the centre’s local village feel.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
Community Strategic Plan Strategy Delivery Program (2017-2021) Deliverables
1.1.1 Actively engage with the community to
understand their views and aspirations
1B.1 Undertake community research and
consultation to inform strategy development
1B.4 Implement Engagement Strategy
5.1 Collaborate with our business community to
support thriving local business
5A.5 Ensure our Commercial Centres foster an
environment that stimulates and supports
sustainable economic growth
5.11 Develop vibrant, productive local centres
POLICY AND LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS
Council’s Housing Strategy and the adoption of SSLEP2015 have resulted in Council meeting the
current housing targets of the South District Plan. Development of tourist and visitor accommodation
would provide jobs, helping to meet the employment target in the South District Plan.
CONCLUSION
The consultant has presented sensible ways in which additional development yields could be
accommodated without unreasonably compromising the amenity of the public domain. The concepts
for the Bowling Club site and the Railway End are fairly modest and could be accommodated without
significant change to the character of Cronulla. However, locating a supermarket and public car park in
Croydon Street would add to traffic congestion where it cannot be absorbed without impact.
Of greater concern is the concept of a significantly taller building (Option 3 is up to 67m) on the
Kingsway at the top of the mall. This height would be significantly larger than any other building in
Sutherland Shire. Its ridge-top location would make it visually prominent from most locations within
Cronulla, particularly for vehicles approaching Cronulla from the west and for pedestrians in the mall. It
would set a new building scale that would appear more of a tower in the landscape than existing
development. This would be a change to the streetscape character and a new strategic direction for
Cronulla. Developing new strategic directions is best informed by community engagement.
The concept building forms have been derived from urban design analysis without analysis of whether
the additional density would be sufficient to make tourist and visitor accommodation or public parking
economically feasible. As such there is no certainty that changing the planning framework to reflect
the concepts would in fact deliver any public gains suggested.
The concept building forms have been carefully considered and are generally successful in avoiding
amenity impacts upon the public domain. However, the planning framework is at best, a fairly blunt
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 21
PL
N0
35
-18
instrument. If pursued, the concepts would ultimately be given a single height and FSR maximum
under the LEP accompanied by a bonus provision. The DCP could incorporate elements of the
consultants’ work as a building envelope plan. If any of the sites were to be developed, it is unlikely
that the developer and architect would accept the proposed forms unchallenged. There is no certainty
that the forms shown in the report would ultimately be achieved.
An alternative way forward is for Council to acknowledge that it is prepared to amend development
standards where a proposal can deliver tourist and visitor accommodation and/or public parking,
provided the amenity of the public domain and surrounding properties is not unreasonably
compromised. Should any party want to develop one of the strategic sites, or any other large site,
officers could invite a Planning Proposal accompanied by a Voluntary Planning Agreement. A site
specific Planning Proposal would allow the community to be very clear about the extent of the public
benefit proposed and the scale of change required for it to be delivered. Community consultation could
commence as soon as a Planning Proposal was received, rather than waiting for Gateway
Determination. This approach would facilitate more effective and meaningful community consultation.
RESPONSIBLE OFFICER
The officer responsible for the preparation of this report is the Manager Strategic Planning, Mark
Carlon, who can be contacted on 9710 0523.
File Number 2018/297528
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 22
PL
N0
36
-18
PLN036-18 DEDICATION OF E2 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION LAND TO
COUNCIL
Attachments: Appendix A⇩ and Appendix B⇩
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
An offer has been made to Council to dedicate 0.7Ha of land at 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor.
The land is zoned E2 Environmental Conservation under SSLEP2015. This E2 zoned land has
no feasible development potential and recognises land with conservation value.
Council ownership of the land is not without costs - maintenance costs as well as potential risk
and liability issues are relevant. The land is highly bush fire prone.
Council has a Service Agreement with the Rural Fire Service for maintenance of bush fire prone
land. This does not remove the responsibility from Council as the land manager, as per the
Rural Fires Act 1997. However, the RFS concur that increasing the amount of publicly owned
land “will not significantly increase Council’s exposure to bush fire risk”.
Public Ownership of this land offers significant long term benefits to the community – including
potential for public and maintenance access, and conservation values.
It is appropriate for Council to accept the dedication of this property and other privately owned
land zoned E2 Environmental Conservation.
REPORT RECOMMENDATION
THAT:
1. Council accept dedication of 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor at terms and conditions to the
satisfaction of the General Manager.
2. A Planning Proposal be prepared to reclassify 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor as ‘Community’
land.
3. The Planning Proposal be submitted to NSW Planning and Environment for Gateway
Determination with a request that Council may make the plan under delegation.
4. Subject to an approval being granted at Gateway, the above planning proposal be exhibited in
accordance with Council’s policies and any conditions specified in the Gateway determination.
5. Council delegates the General Manager to execute any necessary documentation, in
accordance with the Power of Attorney dated 6 July 2016 BK 4710 No. 28, for the acquisition
of 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor (Lot 53 DP 73250624).
6. Council accept dedication of land wholly zoned E2 Environmental Conservation where the
land is privately owned (other than GLALC), provides potential for public access to bushland
and will not significantly increase Council’s exposure to bush fire risk.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 23
PL
N0
36
-18
PURPOSE
This report seeks support for the dedication of privately owned land zoned E2 Environmental
Conservation to Council. Owners on behalf of 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor (Lot 53 DP 73250624) are
currently seeking agreement to transfer the land to Council’s ownership at no cost, as the land is
generating rates and is unusable. Acquisition of this parcel would only entail transfer costs.
BACKGROUND
Zoning under SSLEP2015
The land is zoned E2 Environmental Conservation. Under Sutherland Shire Local Environmental Plan
2015 (SSLEP2015) the E2 zone is applied to areas with high ecological, scientific, cultural or aesthetic
values outside national parks and nature reserves. The zone provides for the highest level of
protection, management and restoration for such lands whilst allowing very limited uses compatible
with those values. Permitted in the zone are: Environmental facilities; Environmental protection works;
Flood mitigation works; Information and education facilities; Roads.
The E2 zone is generally applied to publicly owned bushland outside of National Parks. However,
there are also large parcels of land in Sutherland Shire which are privately owned but have no
development potential. The Shire has over 27 Ha of privately owned land which is wholly zoned E2
Environmental Conservation under SSLEP2015 (see List and Map Appendix A & B). This land has no
development potential due to steep topography and high levels of bushfire risk.
The privately owned E2 land is predominantly found in the west of the Shire and was deemed unable
to be developed when Menai and surrounding suburbs were first developed. The typical subdivision
saw perimeter roads sited at the edge of steep escarpments. The area below the cliff could not be
accessed and was therefore left in its natural state. Essentially the land was left over from the original
subdivision.
In most cases the ownership of the valleys was transferred to the State, mostly from Landcom - the
major original landowner at Menai. However, some of the land was not dedicated to the State or
Council and remains in private ownership. In many cases the land has no legal means of access. In all
cases the land is subject to extreme bushfire risk, contains steep topography and ecological
communities of significance. It is quite clear that such land has no reasonable development potential.
Often this E2 zoned land is surrounded by other publicly owned parcels.
There is over 30 Ha of E2 zoned land owned by Gandangara Local Aboriginal Land Council (GLALC).
The bulk of the land owned by GLALC was deferred from SSLEP2015 and is currently zoned 1(b)
Future Urban under SSLEP2000. The amount of conservation land would most likely be significantly
increased when the land is brought under SSLEP2015 or should Gandangara Aboriginal Land Council
wish to proceed with developing their land (north of Heathcote Road, West Menai).
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 24
PL
N0
36
-18
DISCUSSION
Value of conservation land to the Community
The Community Strategic Plan is committed to “enhancing and protecting the beautiful and healthy
natural environment of Sutherland Shire”. There are over 380 reserves containing more than 900
hectares of bushland that is owned or under the care control and management of Council. In addition
there are over 1,250 ha of other publicly owned bushland. As a result outdoor spaces are a key part of
the Shire’s identity. Sutherland Shire Customer Engagement 2017 showed that 69% of Shire residents
visit bushland, creeks, and waterways at least once a month. Shire residents value their connections
to nature. The customer engagement also found bushland qualities underpin the area’s own self-
mythology and identity as ‘God’s Country’.
As densities increase in Sutherland Shire and across Greater Sydney, there will be more demand for
access to bushland. The bushland valleys have the potential to provide an extensive system of
walking trails. However, the existence of private land parcels currently act as barriers to achieving
networks of walking trails.
The E2 land contains significant natural bushland and wildlife corridors. The land is located within the
Greenweb and may contain endangered ecological communities or riparian zones, or be a buffer to
such. Many land parcels are located within steep valleys with natural watercourses running through
them. These watercourses carry Council’s stormwater and associated liability to maintain the
watercourse. There may be potential to harness the biodiversity values of the land.
Some of the land contains fire trails which are used by the community for recreational access. Some
parcels have the potential for future recreational access.
Maintenance and Risk
Isolated parcels of E2 land are generally adjacent to residential land or perimeter roads and typically
near parcels of publicly owned land. Most residents would assume that this land is publicly owned
bushland. As mature bushland, E2 land does not require significant maintenance, apart from perimeter
weed control. In some instances Bushcare volunteers assist Council in maintenance of bushland.
E2 land is typically highly bush fire prone. Generally, the more flammable and dense the vegetation,
and steeper the slope, the greater the hazard will be. Whilst historically, liability to pay for losses
caused by bushfire has always fallen on those that intentionally start a fire, not on the owner of the fuel
that sustains the fire, Council as a land owner has an obligation under the Rural Fires Act 1997 to
prevent the occurrence of bush fires:
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 25
PL
N0
36
-18
63 Duties of public authorities and owners and occupiers of land to prevent bush fires
(1) It is the duty of a public authority to take the notified steps (if any) and any other practicable
steps to prevent the occurrence of bush fires on, and to minimise the danger of the spread of a
bush fire on or from:
(a) any land vested in or under its control or management, or
(b) any highway, road, street, land or thoroughfare, the maintenance of which is charged
on the authority.
(2) It is the duty of the owner or occupier of land to take the notified steps (if any) and any other
practicable steps to prevent the occurrence of bush fires on, and to minimise the danger of the
spread of bush fires on or from, that land.
(3) A public authority or owner or occupier is liable for the costs incurred by it in performing the
duty imposed by this section.
(4) The Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee may advise a person on whom a duty is imposed
by this section of any steps (whether or not included in a bush fire risk management plan) that
are necessary for the proper performance of the duty.
(5) In this section:
notified steps means:
(a) any steps that the Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee advises a person to take under
subsection (4), or
(b) any steps that are included in a bush fire risk management plan applying to the land.
A Service Agreement exists between the Council and the Rural Fire Service (RFS) regarding bush fire
maintenance in the Shire. Council provides funding for RFS activities in the Shire, land and/or
buildings for RFS activities, as well as building maintenance, utilities, and various forms of equipment.
In return “The Commissioner has agreed to exercise all of the functions imposed on the Council by
and under Rural Fires Act 1997 (NSW) other than those functions specified in Schedule 1.” Schedule
1 covers the Constitution and procedure of Advisory Council and Bush Fire Co-ordinating Committee.
In this way, Council’s obligations for management of its land under the Act are fulfilled.
The Sutherland Shire Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (BFRMP) applies to the whole Shire. It
includes public and privately owned land as well as National Parks & Wildlife Service land, Defence
land, and Gandangara land. The plan identifies the bushfire risk and treatments that will be
undertaken. The plan satisfies the notified steps requirement under the Act.
Under the Service Agreement hazard reduction in the west of the Shire is undertaken by the Rural Fire
Service. In practice, hazard reduction does not cease at the boundary of a private property – as it
would be impossible to identify the legal boundaries on site during hazard reduction activities. The
RFS work collaboratively with various owners of bush fire prone land in hazard reduction burning.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 26
PL
N0
36
-18
Council’s public reserves contain over 900Ha of bushland. In addition there is 1,252 Ha of other
publicly owned bushland, as well as 17,279 Ha of National Parks and Nature Reserves ass subject to
bush fire risk.
The RFS has been consulted and advised the following in respect to 25 Yanderra Rd:
The assets (residential properties) which adjoin this parcel of land are identified as ‘extreme’
risk from bush fire, as per the Sutherland Shire Bush Fire Risk Management Plan (BFRMP)
2015-2020. It identifies that the risk in this area is treated (mitigated to a certain degree) by
mechanical clearing (Asset Protection Zones), hazard reduction burning (Strategic Fire
Advantage Zones) and providing training and resources to Community Fire Units.
Adjoining this land to the east is a council owned Asset Protection Zone (23R), which is
maintained by the RFS Mitigation Crew as per the Service Level Agreement. This however does
not remove the responsibility from Council as the land manager, as per the Rural Fires Act
1997.
The land in question (No.25) cannot be treated by mechanical clearing due to its slope, as such
it is identified as a Strategic Fire Advantage Zone (SFAZ). This means it is an area that is
hazard reduced by burning at regular intervals (7-10 years), to maintain fuels at a moderate
level.
Bush Fire Management Zones (APZ’s, SFAZ’s) as per the BFRMP are identified on a tenure
blind approach, therefore a SFAZ typically covers multiple tenures, as is the case with this
particular parcel.
In my opinion, there is no obvious burden to Council in terms of works, as Fire Agencies will
undertake this work on behalf of the land manager.
It is important to note that there is a legal responsibility in terms of liability for Council, however I
will leave this to the experts within Council itself to asses this accordingly.
As such, I support your statement that it ‘will not significantly increase Council’s exposure to
bush fire risk’, as Council already shares a fair portion of risk with other land managers locally.
Council already owns or has care or control of significant hectares of bush fire prone land. The RFS
concur that increasing Council’s ownership of land subject to bush fire risk will not significantly alter
Council’s current exposure to risk.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 27
PL
N0
36
-18
RESOURCING STRATEGY IMPLICATIONS
Council does not have funds to purchase E2 land and Section 94 funds cannot be used for
environmental conservation. Accepting ownership of privately owned E2 land has financial
implications in terms of transfer fees, maintenance and risk.
The current land owner of 25 Yanderra Avenue wishes to give Council the land at no cost. Dedication
of the subject land is the responsibility of the Property Services Unit utilising existing resources.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
In the recent customer engagement exercise, our community stated that the number one thing they
value in the Sutherland Shire is “access to our beautiful beaches, parks and natural reserves.” This is
reflected in our vision, being: “A connected and safe community that respects people and nature,
enjoying active lives in a strong local economy” . This is also reflected in our Community Strategic plan
Outcome 2: “We want to enhance and protect the beautiful and healthy natural environment of
Sutherland Shire”. This is linked to the following strategy:
Strategy 2.2 Enhance and protect diverse natural habitats:
Community Strategic Plan Strategy Delivery Program (2017-2021) Deliverables
2.2.1: Enhance and protect our diverse flora,
fauna and ecological communities
2A Review, revise and implement the
Environment and Sustainability Strategy
2.2.2: Manage, promote and enhance our tree
canopy in urban and natural areas
2D Review and implement the Urban Tree and
Bushland Policy and Programs
2.2.3: Encourage responsible urban planning
which balances growth with environmental
sustainability
2E Review the Biodiversity Strategy
POLICY AND LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS
It is recommended that Council accept dedication of land wholly zoned E2 Environmental
Conservation where the land is privately owned (other than GLALC), provides potential for public
access to bushland and will not significantly increase Council’s exposure to bush fire risk.
CONCLUSION
Public ownership of the E2 Environmental Conservation zoned land will ultimately benefit the
community. Other than land transfer costs, dedication will be at no cost to Council. While additional
land ownership infers increased resourcing liability due to maintenance and risk, this is best viewed in
terms of the scale of the existing land holding. The RFS concur that increasing Council’s ownership of
bushland by 0.7 Ha will not significantly alter Council’s current exposure to risk. Accordingly it is
recommended that Council support the dedication of 25 Yanderra Avenue, Bangor.
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 28
PL
N0
36
-18
It is also recommended that Council accept dedication of privately owned E2 land where similar
benefits can be demonstrated.
RESPONSIBLE OFFICER
The officer responsible for the preparation of this Report is Mark Carlon, Manager Strategic Planning
and Gwyn Cleeves, A/Team Leader Buildings and Open Space who can be contacted on 9710 0523
and 9710 0473 respectively.
File Number: 2015/87209
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 29
PL
N0
36
-18 A
pp
en
dix
A
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 30
PL
N0
36-1
8 A
pp
en
dix
B
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 31
PL
N0
36-1
8 A
pp
en
dix
B
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 32
PL
N0
36-1
8 A
pp
en
dix
B
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 33
PL
N0
37
-18
PLN037-18 PROPOSED LAND ACQUISITION - 153 GANNONS ROAD, CARINGBAH
SOUTH
Attachments: Appendix A⇩
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Council has been approached by the owner of 153 Gannons Road, Caringbah (Lot 108 DP
5179) to accept donation of approximately 800m2 of the rear section of her property, which
adjoins Wattlebird Bushland Reserve, for inclusion in the adjoining reserve.
The acquisition of the property satisfies the Council’s Environment Strategy 2013 that guides
the Sutherland Shire LEP 2015, as well as Outcome 2 within Council’s Community Strategic
Plan, and will assist Council in providing the community with increased open space.
Rezoning the land from R2 Low Density Residential to RE1 Public Recreation and classifying it
as Community land will ensure it is consistent with the rest of the reserve.
REPORT RECOMMENDATION
THAT:
1. The owner of 153 Gannons Road be thanked in writing for the generous donation to benefit
the Shire Community.
2. The acquisition by donation of approximately 800m2 of 153 Gannons Road, Caringbah (Part
Lot 108 DP 5179) to increase open space at Wattlebird Bushland Reserve at terms and
conditions to the satisfaction of the General Manager be approved.
3. Once the land is acquired, a Planning Proposal be prepared to rezone part of 153 Gannons
Road, Caringbah from R2 Low Density Residential to RE1 Public Recreation and reclassify
the land as ‘Community’.
4. The Planning Proposal be submitted to NSW Planning and Environment for Gateway
Determination with a request that Council may make the plan under delegation.
5. Subject to an approval being granted at Gateway, the above planning proposal be exhibited
in accordance with Council’s policies and any conditions specified in the Gateway
determination.
6. The acquired land (Part Lot 108 DP 5179), and Wattlebird Bushland Reserve (consisting of Lot
1114 DP 588662, Lot 32 DP 537845, Lot 34 DP 589616, Lot 36 DP 538620, Lot 44 DP
535533 and Lot 46 DP 536689) be consolidated into a single lot.
7. Council delegates the General Manager to execute any necessary documentation, in
accordance with the Power of Attorney dated 6 July 2016 BK 4710 No. 28, for the acquisition
of part of 153 Gannons Road, Caringbah (Lot 108 DP 5179).
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 34
PL
N0
37
-18
PURPOSE
To seek Council approval to acquire, via donation to Council, the rear (approx. 800m2) of 153
Gannons Road, Caringbah (Part Lot 108 DP 5179) to be added to Wattlebird Bushland Reserve for
open space purposes.
BACKGROUND
The owner of 153 Gannons Road, Caringbah, a long time participant of the Bushcare program for
Wattlebird Bushland Reserve, wishes to donate to Council the rear portion of her property (approx.
800m2). She intends to bequeath the remainder of the 1939m
2property upon her passing.
The owner has requested the donated parcel “never be built on and is returned to the original
bushland state” at no cost to the owner. Appendix A contains an aerial map of the proposed land to be
transferred to Council in relation to the reserve.
DISCUSSION
The parcel of land is contiguous with the existing Wattlebird Reserve. It will provide a complementary
addition of relatively flat land with several significant mature trees that provide public amenity and add
environmental value to the reserve.
Upon acquisition it is proposed the parcel of land be classified ‘Community’ and zoned RE1 Public
Recreation via an amendment to the LEP 2015. No planning issues are expected to be raised by the
proposed rezoning. The land adjoins land zoned RE1 and essentially improves the utility and
community value of the existing open space. This is a positive outcome and consistent with good
planning practice.
RESOURCING STRATEGY IMPLICATIONS
To facilitate the land transfer it is proposed Council provide for acquisition costs, including legal fees
and survey, estimated at $5,000.
Minor works to the land to ensure it is safe for the public are needed and include the removal of
bamboo and several introduced trees, removal of a small dilapidated shed and old wire fencing, and
the installation of a new fence. These works, estimated to cost $7,500, can be accommodated within
current operating budgets. Restoration will require planting of native plants, which will be achieved
through the existing Bushcare program.
Wattlebird Reserve is a CX4 (maintenance only on request and where there is a hazard or safety
concern) reserve requiring minimal maintenance. The additional parcel of land will have the same
classification. While this is an additional asset being added to Council’s portfolio, it is not expected to
adversely impact ongoing operational budgets due to the very low levels of maintenance required, the
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 35
PL
N0
37
-18
majority of which will be provided through Bushcare volunteers who support the addition of the parcel
of land to the reserve.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
Council has an Environment Strategy 2013 that supports Council's LEP 2015. An objective of this
strategy is “To protect and enhance local biodiversity”. Moreover this proposal assists Council in
meeting the following strategic objective:
Community Strategic Plan Strategy Delivery Program (2017-2021) Deliverables
2.2 Enhance and protect diverse natural
habitats
2D Review and implement the Urban Tree and
Bushland Policy and Programs.
POLICY AND LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS
The acquisition of the land will help Council meets its policy objectives within the Urban Tree and
Bushland Policy, more specifically “To improve the quality and increase the quantity of bushland and
the tree canopy throughout the Sutherland Shire”.
CONCLUSION
The addition of this parcel of land to Wattlebird Bushland Reserve is viewed as a positive contribution
that will help Council increase the bushland and open space available to residents. It is recommended
that approval be given for the acquisition, rezoning, reclassification and basic restoration of this
property.
RESPONSIBLE OFFICER
The officer responsible for the preparation of this Report is the Manager Property Services, Lani
Richardson, who can be contacted on 9710 0614.
File Number: 2018/304252
Shire Planning Committee 4 June 2018
Page 36
PL
N0
37-1
8 A
pp
en
dix
A