draft guidelines for hoardings and scaffolding

ATTACHMENT D

DRAFT GUIDELINES FOR HOARDINGS AND SCAFFOLDING

ATTACHMENT D

Guidelines for H

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Scaffolding

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Version Date of adoption01 - First edition 8 December 201402 - Second edition ?? - Council resol.

City of Sydney CouncilTown Hall House456 Kent StreetPO Box 1591 Sydney NSW 2001www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

02Draft Guidelines for Hoardings & Scaffolding © City of Sydney Adopted <<Insert year>>

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01/ PRELIMINARY 06

1.1 Title of the Guidelines 09 1.2 The purpose of the Guidelines 09 1.3 Adoption and enforcement 10 1.4 The aims of the Guidelines 10 1.5 Commencement of the Guidelines 10 1.6 Amendments to the Guidelines 10 1.7 When will the Guidelines be reviewed? 10 1.8 Where do the Guidelines apply? 11 1.9 To what approvals do the Guidelines relate? 11 1.10 Relevant Acts, Regulations and documents 11 1.10.1 Primary relevant Acts and other policies 11 1.10.2 Other related documents applying to temporary structures 14 1.10.3 State and federal legislation and other provisions 14 1.11 What are the implications for non-compliance with the Guidelines? 14 1.12 Certificationandapprovalprocesses 15 1.12.1 Certificationbyqualifiedpersons 15 1.12.2 Performancebonds 15 1.12.3 Grantinganapproval 15 1.12.4 Amendinganapproval 15 1.12.5 Extendinganapproval 16 1.12.6 Revokinganapproval 16 1.13 Criteria for consideration when issuing an approval 17 1.14 Other activities that require approval 17 1.15 Definitions 17 1.16 Structure of the Guidelines 19 1.16.1 TheParts 19 1.16.2 Useofperformanceobjectivesvsdeemed-to-comply approaches to design 20 1.16.3 Theroleofdiagrams,photograpghsandnotesintheGuidelines 20 1.17 Submission of documents to the City 20

TableofContents

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02/ GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 18

2.1 Introduction to Part 02 23 2.2 Types of temporary structures (hoarding systems) 23 2.2.1 Type A hoardings 23 2.2.2 TypeBhoardings(pre-fabricatedmodulargantrydesign) 23 2.2.3 TypeBhoardings(fullstructural–assembledinsitu) 23 2.2.4 Other structures associated with hoardings 24 2.2.5 Cantileveredoverheadprotectivestructures 24

2.3 Relationship with applicable legislation 24 2.4 Work, health and safety obligations 25 2.4.1 WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011 25 2.4.2 CodesofPractice-constructionwork 26 2.4.3 RelationshipoftheseGuidelinestotheCodesofPractice 26 2.5 Public liability insurance 27 2.5.1 Indemnityduringtheerection,placedmentanddismantlingof temporary structures 27 2.5.2 Indemnityforthefulldurationthattemporarystructures are in place 27 2.5.3 Indemnity-changeofentityholdingaPermit 27 2.6 Designing and documenting a temporary structure 27 2.6.1 Drawings and details 27 2.6.2 Impacts of temporary structures on adjoining or adjacent properties 27 2.7 Certificationoftemporarystructures-eligibility 28 2.7.1 Eligibilityofstructuralengineers 28 2.7.2 Eligibilityofscaffoldingcontractors 28 2.8 Auditing 28 2.8.1 Rightstorandomlyaudit 28 2.8.2 Accesstosites 28 2.9 Applications 28 2.9.1 Anapplicationmustbesubmittedfortemporarystructures 28 2.9.2 Drawingsanddetails 29 2.9.3 Documentsandfeesthatmustbelodgedpriortoanapproval beingissued 31 2.10 Hoardinginstallation,removal,notificationandcertification 32 2.10.1 Prior to installing and removing a temporary structure 32 2.10.2 Requirementswheninstallingandremovingtemporarystructures32 2.10.3 Certificationofinstalledtemporarystructures 32 2.10.4 Useofhoardingdecks 33 2.10.5 Accesstoundertakeworksonfootwaysandroadways 33 2.10.6 Removaloftemporarystructures 33 2.10.7 Managingimpactsonthepublicplace 34


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2.11 Maintenance of temporary structures and the public place adjoining workplaces 35 2.11.1 Generalrequirements 35 2.11.2 Hoardings 35 2.11.3 Scaffolding 36 2.11.4 Screening systems and graphics 37 2.12 Performance bonds 37 2.12.1 Publicplacesandinfrastructure 37 2.12.2 Streettreesandstreetgardens 38 2.13 Fire safety and other risks - Type B hoardings 39 2.13.1 Emergency-relatedrisksonhoardingdecks 38 2.13.2 Potentialrisksoffire-spreadtobuildingsadjoininghoardings 39 2.13.3 Accessforfire-fightingappliancesandoperations 39 2.14 Pollution control in a public place (dust, noise, water and litter) 40 2.14.1 Pollution control 40 2.14.2 Pollution offences 40 2.14.3 CityofSydneyCodeofPracticeforConstructionHours/Noise 40 2.15 Installation of temporary structures and impacts on building use/operation 40 2.15.1 Impacts to occupants of buildings undergoing change 40 2.15.2 Impacts to adjoining and surrounding properties 40

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3.1 Introduction to Part 03: Design quality requirements 43 3.2 Type A and Type B hoardings 43 3.3 Prohibited forms of Type B hoardings and site-fencing 48 3.4 Artwork,graphics,imagesandinnovativehoardingfinishes 49 3.4.1 Mandatoryartworkandgraphicsontemporarystructures 50 3.4.2 Recyclingofgraphicsubstrates 50 3.4.3 Artwork,graphicsandimagesrequiredontemporary structures 50 3.4.4 Signageontemporarystructures 52 3.4.5 Scaffolding-graphicsandimages(construction/ scaffoldingwraps) 56 3.4.6 Printingandinstallation 56 3.5 Requirements applying to the key design features of Type A

and Type B hoardings 57 3.5.1 Objectivesforhoardingdesignandinstallation 57 3.5.2 MandatorydesignfeaturesforTypeAandTypeBhoardings 58


3.6 Requirements for the key design features of scaffolding systems 58 3.6.1 Objectivesforscaffoldingsystems 58 3.6.2 Mandatorydesignfeaturesforscaffolding 58 3.7 Cycleway network 61 3.7.1 Cyclewaysandthedesignofhoardings 61 3.7.2 Sharedpedestrian/cyclewaypathways 61 3.8 Introduction to the component elements of hoardings - Type A & B 62 3.9 Using the objectives and deemed-to-comply provisions applying to the design and use of hoardings 64 3.9.1 Element1:Structure(TypesAandTypeBhoardings) 65 3.9.2 Element2:Counterweights,columnbases,trafficand pedestriansafetybarriers(TypesAandTypeBhoardings) 83 3.9.3 Element3:Sitefence(TypesAandTypeBhoardings) 88 3.9.4 Element4:Hoardingdeckandoverheadprotection (TypeBhoardings) 97 3.9.5 Element5:Fascia(TypeBhoardings) 101 3.9.6 Element6:Graphicsandpublicinformation(TypesAand TypeBhoardings) 103 3.9.7 Element7:Standardcolours(TypesAandTypeBhoardings) 105 3.9.8 Element8:Accessgatesandpedestrian/bicyclerider/ trafficcontrolsystems(TypesAandTypeBhoardings) 106 3.9.9 Element9:Lighting(TypeBhoardings) 109 3.9.10 Element10:Streettreeandstreetgardenprotection andmaintenance(TypesAandBhoardings) 111 3.10 Specificdesignrequirementsforhoardingsonoroverroadways including cantilevered structures (needle-beams) 117 3.10.1 Temporary(fullorpartial)closureoffootways 117 3.10.2 Cantileveredworkplatforms(minorworksonly) 117 3.11 Specificdesignrequirementsforscaffoldingsystems 119 3.11.1 Scaffoldingframe 119 3.11.2 Fixingtobuildingfacadesincludingarchitecturallysignificant buildingsandheritage-listedbuildings 119 3.11.3 Screeningandmeshing 119 3.11.4 Graphics and images on screening to scaffolding structures 120 3.11.5 Maintenanceandinspections 120 3.11.6 Advertising 120


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04/ STRUCTURAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS 11 4.1 Structural requirements - general 125 4.1.1 Documentsrequiredtobesubmittedwithanapplication 125 4.1.2 Installationandsix(6)monthlycertification 125 4.2 Hoardings associated with excavations 126 4.2.1 General 126 4.2.2 Impacts of public crowding on site fences 126 4.2.3 Caution signage – excavations 126 4.2.4 Stability considerations - soil erosion and subsidence 127 4.3 Designcertificationbyastructuralengineer 127 4.4 Structural requirements for ‘Type A’ Hoardings 128 4.5 Structural requirements for ‘Type B’ Hoardings 128 4.5.1 General 128 4.5.2 Columnandfootingdesign 128 4.6 Placement of scaffolding in a public place 129 4.6.1 General 129 4.6.2 Certification-scaffolder 129 4.6.3 Attachmentofscaffoldingtocertainbuildings-certification 130 4.6.4 Buildingdemolitionandperimeterscaffolding 130 4.6.5 ScaffoldingsupportedonTypeBhoardings 130 4.6.6 Scaffoldingsupportedfromstreetawnings 130 4.6.7 Structuralcertification 131


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PART 01


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1.1 Title of the GuidelinesThese Guidelines (‘the Guidelines’) are called ‘Guidelines for Hoardings and Scaffolding’.

1.2 The purpose of the GuidelinesThe City of Sydney local government area has an areaof26.15squarekilometres.ThecityisAustralia’siconic face to the world and international gateway. The cityisalsohometomorethan205,000people.

Seven of the ten most popular international visitor attractions in Australia are located in the City of Sydney.Morethan437,000peoplework in the localarea. The city attracts around 615,000 visitors eachday, including international visitors, day visitors,students,shoppersandbusinessrelatedvisitors.

It is important therefore that temporary structures erected in public places are designed and installed to cause the least possible impact on the city’sappearanceandlargepedestrianpopulation.Impactsonthesafemovementofvehiclesandbicycleridersmustalsobeminimised.

The city undergoes continual change through the construction of new buildings and alterations andadditionstoexistingbuildings.Maintenanceworkonthecity’ssubstantialexistingbuildingstockisalsoasignificantactivity.

Temporary structures such as work area protectivestructures (hoardings),perimeterscaffolding systems and cantilevered scaffolding are often a necessary part of development and maintenance activity. Hoarding structures are typically required to isolatethework area from thepublic place and to provide adequateprotection and safety of thepublic.Othertemporary structures such as scaffolding systems and cantileveredplatformsarealsorequiredtoscreenandisolateworksitesandtoprovideaworkplatform.

Asignificantaspectof temporary structures in terms ofpublicaccessandamenityistheimpactthatthesestructurescanhaveonpedestrianmovement,motorvehicles and bicycle usage and associated publicsafety invicinityofawork-site.Poorlydesignedandmaintained temporary structures can also cause adversevisualimpactsonthestreetscape,particularlyinthehigh-densitycitycentre.

Temporary structures placed on the City’s land thereforeneedto:

a) minimise pedestrian and cycleway obstructionsand inconvenience;

b) maintain safe passage and high amenity including safewalkingsurfacespastwork-sites;and

c) minimise adverse visual impacts on the local environment.

The Guidelines also seek to integrate public artand high quality graphics and historic images withtemporary structures to mitigate visual impacts and enrich and vitalise the public place to give added creativity, interest andmeaning to Sydney’s culture,vibrancyandhistory.

The Guidelines prescribe minimum performanceobjectives and specific design criteria (deemed-to-comply provisions) to limit and control theseimpactswhilst allowingproponentsofdevelopment,contractors and building owners to undertakerequiredworkandtomeettheirlegislativework-safetyresponsibilitiesandotherrequirements.


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1.3 Adoption and enforcementTheseGuidelineshavebeenmadeundertheHoardings and Scaffolding Local Approvals Policy (LAP). AnapplicationisconsideredandassessedthroughtheLAPandisapprovedunders94oftheLocalGovernmentAct1993(anactivityundercategoryE(2)ofthetabletos68)andalsoundertheRoadsAct1993.BothActsapplytoan approval and general regulation of such structures includingenforcementactionbytheCity.

1.4 The aims of the GuidelinesTheGuidelinesaimto:

a) provide practical controls for the design,approval, maintenance and regulation oftemporary structures (hoardings, scaffolding and cantilevered work platforms) erected on or over the City’s land within the City of Sydney local government area;

b) ensure that temporary structures are appropriately designed so as to minimise adverse impacts on pedestrian amenity, public safety and vehicleand bicycle movement within the road reserve includingaccessforpersonswithdisabilitiesandother pedestrians with special needs such as peopleusingstrollers,olderpersonsandusersofmobilityscooters;

c) provideminimumdesignrequirements(includingpublic art and graphics content) for temporary structuresthatwillbeerectedonorovertheCity’s property; and

d) ensure that temporary structures contributetowardsavibrant,visuallyinteresting,accessibleand safe pedestrian oriented public place through encouraging, and where required by theseGuidelines, the inclusionof interestinggraphics,imagesandcreativethought-provokingartwork.

1.5 Commencement of the GuidelinesThe Guidelines commenced on <<insert date >> through the adoption of a Local Approvals Policy,‘Hoardings and Scaffolding Policy’.

1.6 Amendments to the GuidelinesThe Guidelines replace a previous guideline ‘Guidelines for Hoardings and Scaffolding 2014’ that wasadoptedbyCouncilon8December2014.

1.7 When will the Guidelines be reviewed?

TheGuidelineswillbereviewedperiodically.TheCity reserves the right to vary or withdraw the Guidelines at any time in accordancewith the LocalApprovalsPolicy.


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1.8 Where do the Guidelines apply?The Guidelines relate specifically to the placementof temporary structures on or above a public road in association with development activity or other work being undertaken on a building orstructure located on private land that adjoins a public road or structures on roads controlledby theCity.

The Guidelines apply to all land within the City of Sydney Local Government Area (LGA) with theexceptionofland(roadways)underthecontroloftheSydneyHarbourForeshoreAuthority (SHFA).AmapoftheLGAisshowninFigure1.

Themapalsodefinesthecitycentreandnon-citycentreareas where different footway/roadway occupation feesandother requirementsapply.TheareasunderthecontrolofSHFAarenotshowninFigure1howeveramapisavailableontheCity'swebsite.Proponentsseeking to erect temporary structures in the SHFAareamustapplytotheAuthoritytoobtainapproval.

1.9 To what approvals do the Guidelines relate?

The Guidelines specifically relate to approvalsrequiredunders68oftheLocalGovernmentAct1993ands115ands138oftheRoadsAct1993.

Where a temporary structureisproposedtobeplacedon a classified road the concurrence of the NSWRoads and Maritime Services (RMS) must also beobtained(s138(2)oftheRoadsAct).Alistofclassified roadsisavailableontheRMSwebsite.Inthesecasesthe CitywillreferanapplicationtoRMStoseektheirconcurrence.

It is therefore important that proponents allowsufficient time in the work program to obtain therequiredconcurrencesandapprovals.

Site perimeter fencing such as chain-wire fencinglocated wholly within a property allotment is not regulated through these Guidelines and does not require approval if associated with approveddevelopment or building activity that is classed asexempt or complying development. In these casesfencing must comply with the State EnvironmentalPlanningPolicy(ExemptandComplyingDevelopmentCodes)2008.

1.10 Relevant Acts, Regulations and documents

1.10.1 Primary relevant Acts and other policies:

The Acts, codes and policies listed below may berelevant to the design of temporary structures and shouldbeconsideredwhenpreparinganapplicationand maintaining a temporary structure.

Note:Thislistisnotexhaustive.

–LocalGovernmentAct1993;

–LocalGovernment(General)Regulation2005;

–ProtectionoftheEnvironmentOperationsAct1997;

–WorkHealthandSafetyAct2011;

–WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011;

–EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentAct1979;

–EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessment Regulation 2000;

–RoadsAct1993;

–RoadsRegulation2008;

– The Building Code of Australia;

–IllegalLoggingProhibitionAct2012andRegulation;

–TheCodeofPracticeforConstructionHours/Noisewithin the Central Sydney Business District;

–TheSydneyLocalEnvironmentalPlan2012

– The Sydney Development Control Plan 2012;

–TheCityofSydney‘PublicArtPolicy’;

– The City of Sydney Creative City Cultural Policy and Action Plan

–TheCityofSydney‘GraffitiManagementPolicy’;

– The City of Sydney ‘Tree Management Policy’;

–TheCityofSydney‘Inclusion(Disability) Action Plan’;

– The City of Sydney ‘Compliance Policy and ProsecutionandCivilEnforcementPolicy’;

–TheCityofSydney‘DisplayofPremisesNumbers’information; and

– The City of Sydney Performance Bond Policy.


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1.10.2 Other related documents applying to temporary structures:

–TherelevantAustralianStandardsadoptedbytheBuildingCodeofAustralia(SpecificationA1.3),includingbutnotlimitedtoAS1170Parts0,1,2&4,AS4100,AS1720,AS3600andAS1657;

–The‘GuidetoTrafficEngineeringPractice’,Austroads;

–TechnicaldirectionsissuedbytheNSWRoadsandMaritime Services;

–ConstructionWork-CodeofPractice,SafeWorkAustralia;

–SafeDesignofStructures-CodeofPractice,SafeWorkAustralia;

–ExcavationWork-CodeofPractice,SafeWorkAustralia;

– General Guide for Scaffolding and Scaffolding Work,SafeWorkAustralia;

–Trafficcontrolatworksites,NSWRoads&MaritimeServices

–SafeWorkNSWCodeofPracticeforOverheadProtective Structures.

1.10.3 State and federal legislation and other provisions

The Guidelines do not override state or federal legislation. Applicants must therefore check otherrelevant legislation and adopted codes of practice andwhere necessary, consult the appropriate stateand federal government departments and agencies to ensure that temporary structures comply and satisfy allstatutoryrequirementsincludinginparticular,workhealthandsafetyobligations.

The Guidelines also do not override any relevant conditions of a development consent applying to the landadjoiningtheroad on which a temporary structure istobeinstalled.

Notes:

1) As owner of the land on which the temporary structure is erected the Citymayrequiredesignelements or features in addition to these Acts,policies,codesorotherdocumentsassetoutin1.10.2.

2) Worksassociatedwithatemporary structure such as:

a) thetemporarybarricadingofa roadway;

b) hoistingfromand/orabovea roadway; and

c) the display of advertising on a hoarding,

will require separate applications and approvalsunderotherlegislativeprovisions,policiesandplans.

1.11 What are the implications for non-compliance with the Guidelines?

An authorised person of the City may issue a determination (includinganapproval), issuepenaltynotices, give orders, issue directions, initiate courtactionfornon-compliancewiththeLocalGovernmentAct, Roads Act or Environmental Planning andAssessment Act, and prosecute for associatedbreachesoftheapplicablelegislation.

The City will take compliance and/or enforcementactioninaccordancewiththeLocalApprovalsPolicyand the City's Compliance Policy and Prosecution andCivilEnforcementPolicy.

A person who is guilty of an offence under the various Acts administered by the City may be liable, onconviction, foramaximumpenaltyasprescribedbytheapplicablelegislation.

Parties not acting in accordance with these Guidelines and an approval allowing a temporary structure on or abovetheCity’s roads maybegivennoticeinwritingtocomplybeforeaninfringementisissued.

The City, at all times, reserves the right to issue animmediate infringement notice or penalty depending on the seriousness of the circumstance and at the discretion of the authorised person including consideration of the City’s Compliance Policy and ProsecutionandCivilEnforcementPolicy.


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1.12 Certificationandapprovalprocesses

1.12.1 Certificationbyqualifiedpersons (Local Government Act, s93)

The City requires a certificate from an appropriatelyqualifiedperson (see2.7) confirming that thedesignof a temporary structure complies with the Guidelines including the structural adequacy requirements. TheCitywillalsorequireacertificateatcompletionof theerection/installationofatemporary structure to verify its structuraladequacyandcompliancewiththeapprovedplans,detailsandconditionsofapproval(seePart04).Certificationmustbe in theformasprescribed in theapplication form and approval determination (Permit).

1.12.2 Performance bonds (refer also to 2.12)

Performance bonds (documentary evidence such as bankguaranteeorundertaking),bankcheque,cashorEFTPOStransferarerequiredfortheinstallationofTypeB hoardings.Bondsmayalsoberequiredforanyothertype of temporary structureasdeterminedbytheCity. Thefollowingprovisionsapply:

a) Anapprovalwillbegrantedsubjecttoaconditionrequiringtheapplicanttoprovideaperformance bond for making good any damage that maybe caused to theCity’s property and for other purposes as set out in 2.12. Bank guaranteesor other undertakings must not nominate atermination or expiry date (refer to the City’s PerformanceBondPolicy).

b) Where a performance bond applies the amount will be determined at the time of assessing anapplication andwill be specified as a conditionof approval. The bondmust be paid before anapproval (Permit)isreleased.

c) Any damage caused to the City’s infrastructure must be rectified to the City’s standard requirements/specifications.Thebondwillnotbereturned until the Cityisnotifiedthatanyrequiredrectification works have been completed to therequiredacceptablestandardorthatnodamagehas occurred.

1.12.3 Granting an approval

An approval (Permit) for the placement of a temporary structure in,onoroverapublic road (footway and/or roadway)isgrantedunders94oftheLocalGovernmentAct1993ands139oftheRoadsAct1993.

Where barriers on roadways are proposed or street traffic/parking control signage will be affected by ahoardingtheapplicantwillneedtoincludeaspecificrequestforapprovalunders115oftheRoadsAct.

A plan showing all existing traffic control and/orparkingsigns,proposednewsignsand/orrelocatedsignsmustbesubmittedwithahoardingapplication(see2.9.2).

A Permitwillbeissuedwithconditionswhichmustbecomplied with.

1.12.4 Amending an approval

A person to whom an approval is granted may apply to amend an approval (Permit)unders87oftheLocalGovernment Act if the amendment is minor only. The assessment for an amendment to an approval will include,butwillnotbelimitedto,thefollowingmatters:

a) whethertheproposedamendmentissubstantiallythe same as that originally approved;

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c) whether consultation with another authority such as the NSW Roads and Maritime Services isrequired.

An amended determination replaces the original approval from the date endorsed on the notice of determination (Permit).

1.12.5 Extending an approval

The Citymaydeterminetoextendanapprovalunders107oftheLocalGovernmentActifitissatisfiedthatthere is good cause for doing so. An approval will not beextendedbeyond5years.

Anapprovalmayalsonotbeextendedwhere:

a) a temporary structure is structurally unsound,isnotbeingsatisfactorilymaintained,or isnon-compliant with an approval; or

b) graphics or artwork have not been installed incircumstanceswheretheoriginalapproval,duetothe short duration of installation of the temporary structure of the initially proposed installation (refer to3.4),werenot required tobeprovided.Inthesecircumstancesanextensionwillonlybegranted once the graphics are installed on the hoarding and/or scaffolding in accordance with the Guidelines; or

c) thereareoutstanding feespayableor there isabreachofthePermit conditions.

A certificate from an appropriately qualified personmayalsoberequiredatprescribedintervalstoconfirmthat the temporary structure remains structurally sound (referto2.11andPart04).

An approval to extend a Permit must be obtainedbeforethePermit lapses.

1.12.6 Revoking an approval (Permit)

The Citymay revoke an approval where any of thefollowingapply:

a) an applicant fails to act on directions to rectify a temporary structure particularly matters relating to structuraladequacywherepublicsafetyisatrisk;or

b) a public liability insurance policy for a temporary structure approval is not current or has beenwithdrawnbytheinsurer;or

c) the applicant fails to comply with an approval including conditions of the Permit; or

d) anyothercircumstanceasdeterminedbytheCity.

Ifanapprovalhasbeenrevokedandthestructureisnotremoved, theCity reserves the right to takeaction tohave the unauthorised temporary structure/s removed andrecoverallassociatedcosts(referto1.12.2).

Note: See s109 of the Local Government Act ands140 of the Roads Act for further information in relation torevokinganapproval.


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1.15 Definitions

All defined terms used in these Guidelines areitalicised for ease of reference and use.

authorised person: an employee of Council (the City) generally or specially authorised in respect oforwhose duty it is to dealwith, or to act in regardto,anyacts,mattersorthingsinrelationtowhichtheexpressionisused.(LocalGovernmentAct1993).

cantilevered facade-mounted materials landing platform: afixedorretractableplatformattachedtoabuilding’sfacadeorbuildingperimeterthatoverhangsa road and which is used to hoist and land material and equipment to and from a workplace, typicallya floor of a multi-level building using site-based ormobilehoistingdevicessuchascranes.

cantilevered work platform: a temporary platform generally consisting of structural elements such as needlebeamsanddecksattachedtoabuildingandon which scaffolding may be erected to undertakeworkonabuilding.

City: The Council of the City of Sydney.

classified road: (RoadsAct1993)includes:

-amainroad;

-ahighway;

-freeway;

-acontrolledaccessroad;

-asecondaryroad;

-atouristroad;

-atollway;

-atransitway;and

-aStatework.

Note: A full list of classified roadsisavailableontheNSWRoadsandMaritimeServices’website.

control measure: inrelationtoarisktohealthandsafety,meansameasuretoeliminateorminimisetherisk.(WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011)

crossing: the portion of a driveway or vehicular accesswaybetweenthecarriagewayofaroad (street gutter)andpropertyboundary(frontage).

footway: the part of a road that is set aside or formed asapathorwayforpedestriantraffic(whetherornotitmayalsobeusedbybicycletraffic).(RoadsAct1993)

1.13 Criteria for consideration when issuing an approval

InassessinganapplicationtheCitywillconsiders89oftheLocalGovernmentActands139oftheRoadsAct including giving consideration to the provisions as setoutinParts02,03and04oftheseGuidelines.

1.14 Other activities that require approval

Approval for the installation of temporary structures on orabovearoad reserve does not automatically permit theuseofequipment(cranesandhoists)toswingorliftmaterialacrossoroveranypartofapublicroad and theestablishmentofanassociatedworks zone.

Note: It can take up to six (6) weeks or more to have a works zone application processed so it is important to lodge an application early in the site establishmentplanningprocesstopreventdelays incommencingwork.

A separate approval under Part E1 of the Table toSection 68 of the Local Government Act and theRoadsActmustalsobeobtainedforhoistingactivityassociatedwith:

a) the installation and removal of temporary structures;

b) thedevelopmentsiteorwork;and

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hoarding: a temporary structure placed on the City’s land (footway/roadway) that separates a workplace from the public place and may also provide an overheadprotectivebarriertoprotectthepublic place fromobjectsthatmayfallfromaworkarea.

performance bond: afinancialbond lodgedbyanapplicantandheldbytheCity for use in circumstances set out in 1.12.2 and 2.12.

permit: an approval in force under the LocalGovernmentAct1993andRoadsAct1993.

person conducting a business or undertaking: (Section5of theWorkHealthandSafetyAct2011),forthepurposesoftheseGuidelines,istheholderofadetermination (Permit) for a temporary structure such as a builder; a contractor; or other person involved in placing a temporary structure in a public place.

public liability insurance: insurance where the insureragreestoindemnifytheinsuredforlegalliabilityowed to another personwho suffers loss, damage,injuryordeathbyreasonoftheinsured’sactivities.

public place: a road.

road:

a) highway, street, laneway, pathway, footpath,cycleway,thoroughfare,bridge,culvert,causeway,road-ferry,ford,crossing,by-passandtrackway,whether temporary or permanent; and

b) any part of a road and any part of any thing referredtoinparagraph(a),and

c) any thing forming part of a road or any thing forming part of any thing referred to in paragraph (a).(LocalGovernmentAct1993).

roadway: a road that may also include a laneway.

SafeWork NSW: the authority constituted under the Workplace Injury Management and WorkersCompensationAct1998.

scaffolder: apersonengagedinerecting,alteringordismantling scaffolding. (AS/NZS4576:1995 ‘Guidelines forScaffolding’)

scaffold: (scaffolding): a temporary structure specifically erected to allow and support access orworkplatforms.

Note: Where the word ‘scaffolding’ appears in these Guidelines it refers to ‘perimeter scaffolding’ erected on orabovetheCity’s property (a road).Itdoesnotapplyto scaffolding erected on private property associated withconstruction,demolitionormaintenanceactivityonabuildingorotherstructure.

temporary structure: any or all of the following placedonoraboveapublic place:

-TypeAhoarding – a plywood sheet fence,with orwithout scaffoldingusedtoencloseorisolateaworkarea from the public place;

-TypeBhoarding – an overhead protective structure constructedofasteel framethatprovidesabarrierfromobjectsthatmayfallfromaworkareaintothepublic place andwherenecessary,toalsoencloseaworksitebymeansofaplywoodsheetfence;

-Cantilevered work platforms; and

-Scaffolding.

workplace: a place where work is carried out fora business or undertaking and includes any placewhereaworkergoes,orislikelytobe,whileatwork. (Work Health and Safety Act 2011)

works zone: a space on a road dedicated to the temporarystandingofvehiclesassociatedwithaworksitetoallowthedeliveryandremovalofmaterial,plantandequipmenttoandfromaworkplace.

Note: Approval of a Works zones is not granted as part of a temporary structures approval. A separate applicationandapprovalisrequired.


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Figure 2: Approvalisrequiredwhenswingingorhoistingmaterialoverapublicroad or slewing any part of a crane over a road including vaning actions.

Figure 3: Cantilevered facade-mounted materials landing platforms thatprojectoveraroadrequireapprovalundertheLocalGovernmentActandtheRoadsAct.

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1.16 Structure of the Guidelines1.16.1 The Parts

Part 01 (this part) provides an overview of thelegislativecontextoftheGuidelines.

Part 02 describes the general requirements for alltemporary structures.

Part 03 describes the detailed requirements for thedesign of temporary structures and their component elements including the display of public art andgraphics.

Part04specifiesthestructuralrequirements(includingcertification)fortemporary structures.


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1.16.2 Use of ‘performance objectives’ vs ‘deemed-to-comply’ approaches to design

The detailed guidelines for the design of temporary structures (Part 03) contain both ‘performanceobjectives’and‘deemed-to-comply’provisions.

Itisexpectedthatinthemajorityofcasesproposalsfor temporary structureswillbecapableofcomplyingwith the deemed-to-comply provisions. Compliancewith thedeemed-to-complyprovisionsautomaticallysatisfiestheperformanceobjectives.

Where it is not possible to meet the deemed-to-comply provisions and/or there are clearlydemonstrated construction and/or site constraints,considerationwillbegiventoalternativedesignsthatmeet the performance objectives of theGuidelines.Consideration will also be given to designs thatinclude elements that comply with the deemed-to-comply provisions and other elements that meet the performanceobjectives.

If a performance-based design approach is used, applicants will need to demonstrate how the relevant performanceobjectiveswillbesatisfied(see3.9).

1.16.3 The role of diagrams, photographs and notes in the Guidelines

The Guidelines consist predominately of text-basedcontrols however diagrams and photographs are also included to assist the reader in understanding thetextprovisions.Thediagramsdonotnominateorspecifyalloftheprescriptiverequirements,thereforewhen designing temporary structures the reader must not relysolelyon thedetails in thediagramsand/orphotographs in order to comply with these Guidelines.

Intheeventofanyinconsistencybetweenthewrittenprescriptive requirements and the diagrams thewrittenrequirementsapply.

Notes in the text generally provide explanatoryinformation and are provided to assist the reader in understanding the Guidelines and to draw attention to other relevant matters within and outside the Guidelinesthatmayalsoneedtobeconsidered.

1.17 Submission of documents to the City

Where the Guidelines require documents to besubmitted to the ‘City’ the documents must beaddressed to theChiefExecutiveOfficer,CounciloftheCityofSydney.DocumentscanbepostedtoGPOBox 1591Sydney 2001or deliveredby hand to theOne-Stop-Shop,Level2,TownHallHouse,456KentStreet,Sydney,oranyneighbourhoodservicecentre.

Whereanapplicationhasbeenlodgedoranapprovalisgrantedandfurtherdocumentsarerequiredtobesubmitted it is important to include a reference totheapplicationnumber(referencedasa‘B’prefix incorrespondence from the City).


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General requirementsPART 02



2.1 Introduction to Part 02TheGuidelinesaretobereadandusedinconjunctionwith the Policy. The Guidelines provide general and specific requirements that temporary structures must achieve in order to satisfy the objectives andrequirementsofthePolicy.

TheGuidelines includebothdeemed-to-complyandperformance-based objectives that may be useddepending on the circumstances of the site and scale of proposed development.

Part02setsoutthegeneralprinciplesfortheselection,design and installation of temporary structures; an overview of the requirements of the Work Healthand Safety Act 2011 and Regulations; a summary of thematters tobeconsideredwhenpreparinganapplication for a Permit and general principles for the management of temporary structures.

2.2 Types of temporary structures (hoarding systems)

2.2.1 Type A hoardings

A Type A hoarding is a fence consisting of a structural frame of timber or steel, clad with water-resistantstructural plywood sheets and having a minimum heightof2metresthatseparatestheworksitefromthe road.

A key design requirement for Type A hoardings is tominimise the encroachment of the work area onfootways and roadwaystoensurethatadequatespaceis provided for the safe and convenient movement of pedestrians,bicycleridersandvehicles.

Encroachmentsupto1.0metremaybepermittedforsitespecificneeds,suchasshop-frontreplacementoralteration,construction,orexcavationwhereshoringorpiling is requiredalongapropertyboundary.Thesite fence encroachment provisions also apply to fences of Type B hoardings.

2.2.2 Type B hoardings (prefabricated modular gantry design)

A Type B hoarding is typically a prefabricatedmodular steel gantry hoarding structure installed and assembled in segments to form an integratedoverhead protective structure allowing pedestrians andbicycleriderstopassbeneath.

A prefabricated modular Type B hoarding may incorporate a site fence.

ThestructuralframeofTypeBhoardingsmustbeofsteel.Timberframingisnotpermitted(see3.3).

2.2.3 Type B hoardings (full structural – assembled in situ)

Designed to achieve the same purpose as a gantry system however generally a larger system of steel-framed overhead protective structure that is used to span wide footways and roadways under which vehicles can pass. This type of hoarding is often the preferreddesignsolutionbecauseitprovidesgreaterflexibility to accommodate street furniture, polesand street trees whilst at the same time minimising footway encroachments (multiple support columns)andmaximisesclearpedestrianpathwaysparticularlyfor wide footways.

This type of hoardingisoftenrequired:

a) in localities with high pedestrian densities such as the city centre to minimise obstructionsand maximise the clear span between supportcolumns; and

b) where multiple site sheds and other approved loadsareproposedtobeplacedonahoarding deck.

A full structural Type B hoarding may include a site fence of structural plywood.

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Figure 4: A typical Type A hoarding finishedwith thestandardcolour(see3.9.7).Encroachmentsonfootwaysmust be minimised to maintain convenient and safemovementofpedestrians.(See3.9.3)



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2.2.4 Other structures associated with hoardings

Site sheds and scaffoldingmaybepermittedonthedeck of both forms of TypeBhoardings where site constraints do not permit placement elsewhere within the site.

The SafeWork NSW ‘Code of Practice for Overhead Protective Structures’ requires that loads on TypeBhoardings, including loads from scaffolding, mustnotexceed40%ofthedesignliveload(generally10kPa).Designdrawingsmustconfirmthatthehoarding isfullycapableofcarryingloadsfromanyproposedscaffolding/sheds and complies with the Code ofPractice.

Shed positions must be shown accurately on thecertifieddesigndrawings lodgedwithanapplication(referto2.9.2).

2.2.5 Cantilevered overhead protective structures

Cantilevered overhead protective structures in lieu of gantry Type B hoardings are generally not encouraged or supported by theCity as their construction and dismantlinggenerallyrequirestheclosureoffootways or roadways for significant periods that can disruptpedestrian and vehicular movement.

Where there are clearly demonstrated site constraints or construction needs the City may consider allowing these types of temporary structures. Full details must be lodgedwith the temporary structures application setting out reasons why a conventional gantry Type B hoardingisnotsuitableforthesite.

The time required for the installation and laterdismantling of the temporary structure and impacts on pedestrian movement will form part of the City’s consideration.

2.3 Relationship with applicable legislation

Clause1.10listslegislation,codes,policiesandotherdocuments thatmayalsobe relevant to thedesign,assessment and approval of temporary structures associated with work activity. Temporary structures areusedforanumberofpurposesincludingisolatingor protecting the public placefromtheworkareaandalsoasaworkplatform(e.g.:scaffolding placed on decksofTypeBhoardings).

In termsofprotecting thepublic place the principal statutes that regulate a workplace inNSW includingmanaging and minimising risks associated withobjects thatmay fall fromaworkareaare theWorkHealth and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health andSafety Regulation 2011. The key provisions of theRegulationsrelatingtoworksitesnearapublic place are set out in 2.4.1.

Figure 5: A typical Type B (pre-fabricated) gantry hoarding(withoutasitefence).

Figure 6: A Type B (full structural) hoarding underconstruction. This type of hoarding is custom designed in response to the characteristics of the site and constructionneeds.Thestructureisassembledinsitu.

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2.4 Work health and safety obligationsIn allowing a person conducting a business or undertakingtomeettheirstatutoryresponsibilitiesundertheNSWWorkHealthandSafetylegislationtoprotectand isolate the public place from a workplace,theCity will permit the placement of temporary structures on or abovearoadsubjecttomeetingminimumprescribedobjectives relating to the design, installation andmaintenance of temporary structurestoensurethat:

a) suchstructureshave the leastpossibleadverseimpact on pedestrian movement and amenity;

b) safe and convenient pedestrian, vehicular andcycling movement is provided and maintained pastwork-sites;and

c) any adverse visual impacts in the streetscape are minimised.

2.4.1 Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011

There are several provisions that a person conducting a business or undertakingmustsatisfy:

54 Management of risk of falling objects

A person conducting a business or undertaking at a workplacemustmanage,inaccordancewithPart3.1,risks tohealthandsafetyassociatedwithanobjectfallingonaperson if the fallingobject is reasonablylikelytoinjuretheperson.

Note: WHS Act—section 19 (see clause 9)

55 Minimising risk associated with falling objects

1) This clause applies if it is not reasonablypracticable to eliminate the risk referred to inclause54.

2) The person conducting the business or undertaking at a workplace must minimisethe risk of an object falling on a person byprovidingadequateprotectionagainsttheriskinaccordance with this clause.

MAXIMUMPENALTY:

a) inthecaseofanindividual-$6,000,or

b) inthecaseofabodycorporate-$30,000.

3) Thepersonprovidesadequateprotectionagainstthe risk if the person provides andmaintains asafesystemofwork,including:

a)preventinganobjectfromfallingfreely,sofar asisreasonablypracticable,or

b)ifitisnotreasonablypracticabletopreventan objectfromfallingfreely-providing,sofaras isreasonablypracticable,asystemtoarrest thefallofafallingobject.

EXAMPLES

–Providingasecurebarrier.

– Providing a safe means of raising and loweringobjects.

–Providinganexclusionzonepersonsare prohibitedfromentering.

298 Security of workplace

1) A person with management or control of a workplaceatwhich constructionwork is carriedout must ensure, so far as is reasonablypracticable, that the workplace is secured fromunauthorised access.

MAXIMUMPENALTY:

a) inthecaseofanindividual-$3,600,or

b)inthecaseofabodycorporate-$18,000.

2) Incomplyingwithsubclause(1),thepersonmusthaveregardtoallrelevantmatters,including:

a) riskstohealthandsafetyarisingfrom unauthorisedaccesstotheworkplace,and

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Figure 7: The use of cantilevered overhead protective structures is generally not allowed. Where there are demonstrated construction needs or public place constraints such as a need to eliminate hoarding columns on the footwaysbelowdue tohighpedestriandensitiesand/ornarrowfootways,considerationwillbegiventotheuse of this type of protective structure.



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b) the likelihood of unauthorised accessoccurring, and (Example: The proximityof the workplace to places frequented by children, including schools, parks andshoppingprecincts.)

c) to the extent that unauthorised access to theworkplacecannotbeprevented-howto isolatehazardswithintheworkplace.

2.4.2 Codes of Practice - construction work

a) Code of Practice – Overhead Protective Structures (SafeWorkNSW)

Since1995thedesignandinstallationofhoardings has been guided by the Code of Practice – Overhead Protective Structures published bySafeWork NSW.

The purpose of the Code of Practice is to provide practical guidance for the design of overhead protectivestructuresforuseinNewSouthWalestoenablepersonsincontrolofaworkplace to meet their statutory work safety responsibilities underthe NSW Occupational Health and Safety Act2000andRegulations(nowrepealed).TheCodemakes provision for a local council to impose“additionalrequirementsregardingtheoverhead

protective structure including the submission ofdrawings and calculations for approval beforeerection”(CodeofPractice,Clause8.1).

With the introduction of the national WorkHealth and Safety legislation in 2011 and the‘ConstructionWork-CodeofPractice’publishedbySafeWorkAustralia,whichincludesprotectionrequirementsrelatingtoobjectsthatmayfallfroma workplace,aperson conducting a business or undertaking is currently required to satisfy bothCodes of Practice.

b) ConstructionWork–CodeofPractice(SafeWorkAustralia)

This Code provides guidance to principal contractors and other persons conducting a business or undertaking (construction-relatedwork) on how to meet the health and safetyrequirements under the Work Health and SafetyAct and Regulations. This includes how to isolate workplaces from public places and protect persons fromobjectsthatmayfallfromaworkplace.

2.4.3 Relationship of these Guidelines to the Codes of Practice

TheseGuidelinesarenotasubstituteforthevariousCodes of Practice applying to construction work,but rather a supplement to these codes. The NSWWorkHealthandSafetyAct,WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation and relevant codes of practice including the Code of Practice - Construction Work are theprimarystatutesandcodesthatregulateworksafetyincludingpublicsafetynearaworkplace (construction orworksite).

Itisaproponent’sroleandresponsibilitytoassesstheriskstothepublicregardinganactivityataworkplace adjoining a public place. This includes determining thetypeandextentofobjectsthatmayfallorprojectfrom a workplace including establishing the control measures required to be implemented to addresssuchrisksandanyimpactsonadjoiningproperties.

These Guidelines do not detail or address aspects for determining the control measuresthatmayberequiredto dealwith risks to persons in thepublic place bya person conducting a business or undertaking. The Guidelines focus on design solutions to minimise the impacts associated with placing temporary structures in the public place including primarily impacts on publicconvenienceandamenity.

Applicants will therefore need to advise suppliers and contractors of temporary structures of the system of protection required tomeet all relevantwork, healthandsafetyrisksandobligations.



2.5.2 Indemnity for the full duration that temporary structures are in place

Indemnityinsurancemustbeheldforthefulldurationthat a temporary structure is in place. Where an insurance policy does not cover the full period of the proposed installation, the approval (Permit) willberestrictedtotheinsuredperiod.Anapplicationtoextend an approval must bemade at least two (2)weeks prior to the approval lapsing and evidenceof the renewed policy must be included with theapplication.

2.5.3 Indemnity - change of entity holding a Permit

The person (applicant) holding an approval for atemporary structuremust, in thecaseof the transferof theproject toanotherpersonorcompany,advisethe proposed new entity to lodge a fresh application together with providing a new public liability insurance policy, to seek approval to allow the temporary structuretoremaininplaceandfortheapprovaltobeheld in the name of the new entity.

2.6 Designing and documenting a temporary structure

2.6.1 Drawings and detailsPart03containsthedetailedrequirementsandprovisions for the design of temporary structures. Anapplicantseekinganapproval(Permit)toinstalla temporary structure will need to address how compliancehasbeenachievedwiththerequirementsof the Guidelines and demonstrate this through the submitteddrawings(see2.9.2).2.6.2 Impacts of temporary structures on

adjoining or adjacent properties Where it is proposed to place a temporary structure onapublicway in frontofanadjoiningoradjacentproperty (Type B hoardings placed over laneways -see3.9.4(f)) inorder toachieveadequateoverheadprotection to the public place, the applicant mustconsult with affected owners/occupiers (see also2.15).

Figure 8: Where a temporary structure is required toprojectinfrontofanadjoiningpropertyforconstruction,demolition or safety purposes, written evidence mustbe provided with the application confirming that theadjoiningownerhasbeenconsultedanddoesnotraiseany objections to the proposed temporary structure. The City may also notify affected property owners (see 2.15.2).

Figure 8

2.5 Public liability insurance2.5.1 Indemnity during the erection, placement and dismantling of temporary structures.

The City must be indemnified during the erectionand dismantling of temporary structures and also throughout the period that structures are in place. The indemnification is against any claims for injuryto persons, damage to adjoining properties and/orpublic places,andanyexcessontheinsurancepolicyarising out of any claim.

Such indemnity must be expressed in the form ofa public liability insurance policy with a minimum amount of $20,000,000 for any individual claim thatmaybemade.

The insurance policy must be held in the name of the person or business holding the temporary structures approval.



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Figure 9: Hoistingactivityfromanapproved works zone on a road requiresapprovalfromtheCity(see1.14).

Figure 9

2.7 Certificationoftemporary structures - eligibility

2.7.1 Eligibility of structural engineers

An appropriately qualified practising structuralengineer certifying temporary structures using the City’sstandardcertificateformmusthave:

a) tertiary qualifications in structural engineering;and

b) chartered membership of Engineers Australiaand/or hold National Engineers Registration(NER)regardingcertification(seealso4.3).

2.7.2 Eligibility of scaffolding contractors

A scaffolder erecting and certifying a scaffolding structure must hold a scaffolding licence issued bySafeWork NSW appropriate for the type of scaffold (designand/orinstallation).

Where scaffoldingtiesarefixed(bolted)toanadjoiningstructure that is not of reinforced masonry or concrete construction, theCity may require certification froma practising structural engineer complying with 2.7.1 verifying that the existing building is capable ofprovidingadequatesupporttothescaffolding system (referto4.6.3).

2.8 Auditing2.8.1 Rights to randomly audit

The Cityreservestherighttorandomlyaudit:

a) certifieddocumentationlodgedbothatapplicationandatinstallationstage;and/or

b) installations of temporary structures including inspecting structures.

Wheredeemednecessary,theCity may commission anindependentassessmentbyastructuralengineeror other person acting for the City(see2.12.1(g)).

2.8.2 Access to sites

Whereaccessisrequiredtoundertakeinspectionsoftemporary structures the applicant must not prevent or obstructanauthorised person or independent auditor actingonbehalf of theCity accessing a workplace,subject to satisfying the relevant visitor accessprovisionsundertheWorkHealthandSafetyAct2011.

2.9 Applications2.9.1 An application must be submitted for

temporary structures.

To allow sufficient time to assess proposals,applicationsmustbe lodgedat least two (2)weeksprior to the date of the proposed installation.

Note: Allow additional time for complex proposalsand/or where infrastructure works may be affected(see2.10.5).

WhereanapprovalunderSection115oftheRoadsActisrequiredsuchastheplacementoftrafficbarriersonroadwaysand/orchangestotrafficcontrolsignage,atleastfour(4)weeksmustbeallowedforassessmentanddetermination(seealso1.12.3).

Where a temporary structure is proposed to beinstalled on a classified road additional time should alsobeallocatedtoallowforrequiredconcurrencesto be obtained from Roads and Maritime Services(see1.9).



2.9.2 Drawings and details

Thefollowingmustbeprovidedwithanapplication:

a) two(2)setsofarchitectural-typedrawings–fullydimensioned site plan at a minimum scale of 1:100showing:

i. the footway finish and widths including theaccurate location of the hoarding and utility pits in the footway and other infrastructure suchaspoles,smartpoles(andanyimpactsonbannerdisplayarms)andsignagestems;

ii. the site fence and scaffolding (where proposed) fully dimensioned including an elevationdrawingoftheextentoftheproposedscaffold;

iii. site sheds including their accurate position on Type B hoardings;

iv. proposed or approved works zone on the roadway;

v. existingbuildingentrances,emergencyegress exits and existing sprinkler/hydrantboosterconnections locatedon thebuildingfacade;

vi. streettrees(trunkdiameteranddimensionsoftreepits);and

vii. street furniture (see 2.9.2 (k)) accuratelyplotted on drawings with clearances to site fences etc. clearly shown;

b) accurate and detailed sections and elevations clearlyshowing:

i. the hoarding heights to the underside of the deck and bracing for Type B hoardings including the various heights where hoardings are to be located on sloping footways/roadways;

ii. clear footway width dimensions and the location of the site fence including showing the proposed encroachment onto the footway where required for specific construction oraccess needs; and

iii. detailedwrittenjustificationforanysitefenceencroachment on the footway (refer to the applicationform);

c) the locationof artworkorgraphicsproposedorrequiredtobeinstalledonthetemporary structure (see3.4);

d) the lighting system for Type B hoardings (location ofluminaires);

e) details setting out the length of time that the hoardingwillbeinstalledaswellasthenatureoftheworks that are tobe undertakenduring thisperiod(refertotheapplicationform);

f) details(plan)ofanyrequiredtemporarypedestrianpathways (on roadways) past work sites orchanges to street parking and traffic controlsignage thatmay be affected by the proposedhoarding(seealso1.12.3);

g) an indication (in the application form) if othertemporary structures (other than hoardings and scaffolding)suchascantilevered facade-mounted materials landing platforms associated with crane hoisting activity that project over apublic place are proposed.



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Note:Aseparateapplication/approvalisrequiredforplatformsandhoistingactivity(see1.14);

h) two (2) sets of fully detailed structural drawingsthatinclude:

i. the location of the proposed temporary structureincludinganyrelevantitemssuchas:

– scaffolding and access stairs;

– location of site sheds on the hoarding deck;

– anyconstructionequipmentsuchasmast-climbing work platforms, constructionhoists and suspended scaffolds (swinging stages) proposed to be placed on thedeckofTypeBhoardings.

Note:Hoistingactivityoverapublic road requiresaseparate application and approval under s68 of theLocal Government Act and the Roads Act (refer to1.14);and

ii. section sizes, details of connections/ties including site fence, deck, vehicle andworker access gates, etc. and elevation/sincluding any required bracing for lateralstability, counterweighting (and connectionto columns) and hoarding fascias including bracingsforhighfascias;

i) structural certification for design. Wherescaffolding, site sheds and other structuresareproposed tobeplacedon thedeck a TypeB hoarding, the drawings must indicate thisand certification confirming that the hoarding is capable of supporting all superimposedloadsandnotexceedthe loadsspecified in theSafeWork NSW ‘Code of Practice for Overhead ProtectiveStructures’mustbeprovided;

j) street trees – The site plan must clearly and accurately show in plan and elevation the location of street trees including accurately specifying the height and canopy volume/diameter andsignificant branches of all street trees in thevicinity of the proposed temporary structure. Iftreesarelikelytobeaffected,thestructuremustbedesignedtoaccommodatethetree/swithoutthe need to prune major branches or limbs.Whereitisnotpossibleforahoarding design to accommodate tree canopies, applicants mustcontact the City’s Street Tree Contract Coordinator priortofinalisingdesigndrawingsandlodginganapplication to discuss any design constraints (see 3.9.10fordetailsrelatingtostreettreeprotectionrequirements);

k) street furniture and other infrastructure – The site plan must also show accurately all street furniture includingstreet litterbins,bench-seats,busshelters,public telephones,posterbollards,smartpoles/powerpoles,streetparkingsignagestemsandthetypeofparkingsignage(ifapprovalistobesoughtforremoval),bikeracksandutilityaccess hatches in the footway. An assessment of thelikelyimpacts(obscuringviewingofthepublic place)onCitycontrolledCCTVcameras/systems,traffic monitoring cameras and private CCTVcamerasrequiredbyaconditionofdevelopmentconsentmustalsobeprovided;

Figure 10

Figure 10: The location and potential impact on City infrastructure must be considered in the design oftemporary structures and be identified and shownaccurately on the design drawings.



l) where sightlines from CityoperatedCCTVcameras:

– are likely to be affected particularly where a temporary structurewillbeinplacefora lengthyduration;and/or

–the site is located in a high-risk and/or high pedestriandensityarea,

the Citymay require thecamera tobe relocatedor an additional camera installed for the duration that the temporary structure is in place. All costs associated with relocating or installing additional cameras are to be borne by the applicant;

m) where temporary structuresarelikelytoimpactonparkingsignagestems,parking ticketmachinesor cause a reduction in the clear space for safe and convenient pedestrian movement, the City mayrequirethetemporaryremovalorrelocationof the infrastructure at the applicant’s cost. Any required adjustments must be identified in theapplication; and

n) where street furniture must be removed toaccommodate a temporary structure all costs mustbebornebytheapplicant.Separatespecificapproval for changes to street furniture and other infrastructure is required inaddition toobtainingan approval (Permit)toerectatemporary structure.

Figure 11: Viewing sightlines from City-operatedCCTVcamerasmustnotbeobstructedbytemporary structures. Traffic monitoring cameras (and private propertycameras required by a condition of developmentconsent)mustalsonotbeobstructed.

Figure 11

2.9.3 Documents and fees that must be lodged prior to an approval being issued

Thefollowingmustbeprovided:

a) a performance bond (see 1.12.2) for all Type Bhoardings and any other temporary structures as determined by the City. The amount will be determined in accordance with the City’s ScheduleofFeesandCharges(availableontheCity’swebsite).ThebondwillbeusedtorecoverallcostsincurredbytheCity in repairing damaged infrastructure or undertaking maintenance to atemporary structure where the applicant fails to undertake theworkandalso forotherpurposes(see2.11and2.12).Theapplicantshouldassessthe condition of the footway and record any defects prior to installation temporary structures;

b) a copy of the current public liability insurance policy held in the name of the applicant;

c) payment of a footway/roadway occupation fee. Occupation fees vary depending on the location (city centre and non-city centre) and whethershedsand/ortrafficbarriersareincluded.

ThemapatFigure1showstheboundaryofthecity centre and non-city centre areas. The feesand performance bondwillbedeterminedaspartof the assessment process. A hoardings fee and bondestimatorisavailableontheCity’swebsite.Applicantswillbeadvisedoftherequiredmoniespayablewhenadetermination(approval)isreadyfor collection. The approval will not be issued andhavenoeffect until all feesandbondsarepaid; and

d) payment of any required construction industrylong service leave levy.



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2.10 Hoarding installation, removal, notificationandcertification

2.10.1 Prior to installing and removing a temporary structure

a) Before installing an approved temporary structure,separateapprovalisrequiredfor:

• installing temporary barricading to controlpedestrians and traffic at the work area inwhich the temporary structurewillbeerectedand dismantled;

• the days and work times for installation/removal; and

• hoisting the temporary structure or components to and from a vehicle standing on the roadway within authorised kerb-sideparkingspaces.

Theapplicationmustincludeatraffic/pedestrianmanagement plan for the site.

Accreditedtrafficandpedestriancontrollersmustbeusedduringtheinstallation,repair/modificationand removal of a temporary structure.

b) Consultation with the City is recommended to identify:

• any requirements of the City’s LocalPedestrian, Cycling and Traffic CalmingCommittee such as works zone or specificroadusagerequirements;

• currentorproposedcity infrastructureworksincluding footwayreconstruction/resurfacing;

• construction of the cycleway network andlightrailtransportsystem(see2.10.5);and

• restrictions on the installation and removal of temporary structures during the Christmas andNewYearholidayperiods.

Seealso1.14forotherapprovalsthatmayberequired.

Note: When installing hoardings and/or scaffoldingnearaerialelectricitypowercablesallapplicablesafetyrequirementsmustbefollowed(seeFigure17(b)).

2.10.2 Requirements for installing and removing temporary structures

a) Installationandremovalofatemporarystructuremust be undertaken safely and not damageinfrastructure including footways, kerbing, streettrees and street gardens.

b) Asageneral requirement theCity expectsTypeB hoardings to be installed by hoisting gantrymodules or structural members onto a footway directly from a truck standing legally on theadjoiningroadway. Incaseswheretherearesiteconstraints preventing hoisting from the roadway such as street awnings or where there is restricted clear access along the kerb due to street treesor infrastructure, forklift operation on footways to install hoardings will be permitted duringinstallationsubjecttothefollowing:

i. thesize(mass)oftheforkliftorothersimilarequipment and load must be limited to 7 tonnes(max.);

ii. 17 mm (minimum thickness) structuralplywood sheets complying with AS/NZS2269.0 must be placed on the footwaysurfacetoassistindistributingloadsandtoprevent damage to asphalt/stone surfaces(particularly as a result of wheel twisting),crackingorsubsidenceofgranitestonesorbrickpaving;

iii. utilityservicehatches/lidsinthefootwaymustbe assessed for adequacy of load-bearingpressures and where necessary, temporarysteel plates placed over pits;

iv. plywoodsheetsandsteelplatesrequiredby(ii) and (iii) must have a smooth transition(chamferededges) at the interfacewith thefootway surface to avoid trip hazards forpedestriansmoving, under supervision andassistance,throughtheworkarea;

v. forklift movement along footways must beminimised; and

vi. whereexistingvehicularcrossingsforforkliftaccess are not available in close proximityto the work area appropriate and suitabletemporary kerb ramps must be used formounting a kerb to reach the footway and workarea.

2.10.3 Certificationofinstalled temporary structures

Installation certification using the City’s standard certificate templatemustbe lodgedwithin 24hoursof completing the installation of a temporary structure (refer to Part 04). An authorised person will inspect the completed structure for compliance with the approval. Temporary structuresmustnotbeuseduntiltherequiredcertificationisprovidedtoandacceptedbytheCity.



Figure 12: The installation and removal of a temporary structure must be undertaken in accordance with theconditions of approval including maintaining the safe passageofpedestrians,bicycleridersandtrafficpasttheworkarea.

Figure 13: A hoarding approval (Permit) does not include an approval to use the roadway for the loading and unloadingofbuildingmaterialandequipment.Aseparateworks zoneapprovalmustbeobtainedforthispurpose.

Figure 12

Note: Hoistingactivitywhen installingandremovingtemporary structures requires a separate approval(see1.14).

2.10.4 Use of hoarding decks

a) Type B hoardings must not be used as a workplatform or associated activities other than approved:

• site sheds;

• scaffolding;

• associated minor ancillary structures such as awnings to provide weather protection to walkwaysandstairways;and/or

• theparkingofhoistsandsuspendedscaffolds (swinging stages) that have the specificconsent of the City(see1.14).

b) The storage of materials and equipment onhoarding decks is generally not allowed unlessthereareclearlyjustifiedsite-specificneeds(see3.9.4(h)).

2.10.5 Access to undertake works on footways and roadways

a) An extensive cycleway network is beingconstructed throughout the city area. The CBD and South-East Light Rail transport system isalso under construction with a completion date scheduledfor2019.

ProponentsmustcheckwiththeCitytoestablishwhether these two construction projects willimpact on the development site including the proposed installation of temporary structures. Ifmodificationofatemporary structureisrequiredtoaccommodatetheinfrastructureworksthePermitwillneedtobeamendedaccordingly.AssociatedcostswillbebornebythePermit holder.

b) Where a footway, cycleway and/or roadway in vicinity of a temporary structure is obstructed by the temporary structure and access is requiredby the City, its contractors or utility serviceproviders in order to undertake works, thetemporary structure mustbetemporarilyremovedormodified ifsodirected.TheCitywill take intoaccountanystatutoryobligationsthatapersonincontrolofthework-sitehasundertheWorkHealthand Safety Act to protect the public place beforedirecting removal or substantial modification ofthe temporary structure. All associated costs mustbebornebythePermit holder.

2.10.6 Removal of temporary structures

Temporary structuresmust be removed as soon aspracticableaftertheyarenolongerrequiredforpublicsafetyand/orworkpurposes.Aseparateapprovaltodismantle a temporary structure must be obtainedpriortodismantlingworkcommencing.SeetheCity‘s websiteandPermit conditions for details.



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2.10.7 Managing impacts on the public place

a) Truckoutriggers for hoisting activitymust not beplaced on footways or kerbing unless there aresite constraints that prevent outriggers beingpositioned on the roadway. A roadway surface has amorestablesurfaceandgreaterbearingcapacityto carry loads from outriggers and is therefore the preferred method of support. Where outriggers must be placed on footways the loadsmust beevenlydistributedoverthefootwaysurfaceusing5mmthick900mmsquaresteelplates.

b) Approvaltoinstallatemporary structure does not permit the use of the roadway for general loading and unloading to and from vehicles. A separate works zone application must be lodged andapproval obtainedwhere use of the roadway is required(see1.14).

c) Whereaproposedworks zoneadjoinsacyclewayand requires temporary lane diversions toaccommodate the works zonewheninoperation,the City may, particularly in high traffic volumeroads and/or other critical roadways, limit theoperational times of the zone to off-peak trafficperiods(see3.9.1(p)).

d) Hoisting activity using mobile cranes must notbe undertaken in a public place without formal approval (see the City’swebsiteforfurtherdetailsandapplicationform).

e) Building material and equipment includingconstruction waste bins associated with adevelopment site must not be stored in the public place.

f) Constructionwastechutesinstalledoverapublic place are not permitted.

Figure 14(a) and (b): Proponents must check withthe City to establish that the construction of the lightrail transport system and cycleway network will notbe impacted through the installation of a temporarystructure(see3.7).

Figure 13 Figure 14(a)

Figure 14(b)

g) Footway and roadway surfaces must bemaintained by the applicant in a safe and tidycondition at all times including during installation and dismantling of temporary structures.

h) The footway or roadway must not be usedas a platform for construction, demolition ormaintenanceworkonabuildingwithoutthepriorwritten approval of the City.



2.11 Maintenance of temporary structures and the public place adjoining workplaces

2.11.1 General requirements

a) Section142of theRoadsActrequiresapersonwho has benefit of a temporary structure on or over a public road to maintain the structure in a satisfactory state of repair and condition. Penalties apply where structures are not properly maintained.

b) The effective ongoing maintenance andappearance of temporary structures is important tomaximisepublicsafetyandminimiseadversevisual impacts. Temporary structures must thereforebemaintainedinaclean,tidyandsafecondition at all times.

Suppliers of temporary structuresmustbenotifiedof any defects or maintenance issues that may arisewithastructurethroughoutaprojectsothatcorrectionalworkscanbecarriedout.

c) The general condition of the public place in vicinity of hoardings and the workplace must be kept tidy and clear of overgrown vegetationon nature strips, dust, debris and litter thatcan accumulate around temporary structures particularlywheresafeandconvenientaccessbythe City’s cleansingandparksservicesmayberestrictedbythestructures.

The City will vigorously monitor the condition of temporary structures and screening systems. Ifstructuresareinadequatelymaintained(1) the City will direct the applicant to rectify the defects.

d) In cases where the holder of a Permit (the applicant) fails to undertake required maintenance or repairs to a temporary structure a formaldirectionmaybe issued to require thedefects tobe rectified.Adirection to theownerof a temporary structure may also be given. Apenalty infringementnotice(fine)maybeissuedwhere a direction is not complied with and the approval for the structure may be revoked.(2) Ifrevoked,thestructurewillimmediatelybedeemedunauthorisedanditsremovalwillberequired.(3)

e) The holder of a Permit must ensure that the structural adequacy of a temporary structure is monitored regularly and is fully maintained for the duration that it is in place (see also 4.1.2 regardingcertification).Theownerofatemporary structure,typicallythesupplierorcontractor,maybeheldresponsiblefortheremovalofastructurewhereanapproval lapsesor isrevokedandthePermit holder fails to arrange removal.

2.11.2 Hoardings

a) Hoardingsitefencesmustbekeptfreeofgraffitiandbillpostersandthestructural frameofTypeB hoardingsmustbekeptclean,tidyandingoodcondition,asdeterminedbytheCity.

b) Graffiti andbill postersmustbe removedwithin24hoursofbeingplacedonhoarding site fences and,where thesurfacehasbeendamaged, thesitefencerepairedandre-painted.Inthecaseofdamage to graphics, replacement of damagedsections will be required. General wear-and-tear on site fences and the hoarding structure will require periodic repair and/or re-paintingthroughoutthedurationofaproject.

Figure 16Figure 15



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Figure 15: Temporary structures on footways and roadways canobstruct accessby theCity’s cleansing services team particualrly mechanical footway sweeper plant.Thepersonincontrolofawork-sitemustthereforekeep the public place clean and tidy throughout the durationoftheworkordevelopment.

Figure 16: Bill posters and graffiti must be removedregularlyandthesitefenceandgraphicskeptinacleanand tidy condition. Where hoardings are not maintained on-the-spotfinesmaybeissued.

Figure 17(a): Thepreferredfinishforscaffoldingisblackmesh installed on the outer surface.

Figure 17(b): Whereply-sheeting is required toshieldtemporary structures from aerial electricity cables allsheeting must be painted in a colour and tone thatmatchesthescaffoldingmesh(see'Note'in2.11.3).

c) Incaseswhereahoarding is repeatedly targeted by bill posters the fixing of steel mesh to sitefences may be permitted subject to meetingminimum design requirements (see 3.9.3(r)and Figure 92). Meshing however will only bepermitted in problematic areas and in extremecases of continual poster attachment. Approval tousemeshmustbeobtainedfromtheCity prior to installation.

d) Where maintenance is not carried out to an acceptable standard as directed by anauthorised person including directions to maintain graphicsand/or removegraffiti andbill posters,infringement notices (fines)may be issued. Fortemporary structures that are in place for more than6months,certificationmustbeprovided inaccordance with 4.1.2.

2.11.3 Scaffolding

a) Scaffolding structures must be maintained toensurecontinuedcompliancewiththeAS1576.1:2010 ‘Scaffolding – General requirements’andClause 225 of theWorkHealth and SafetyRegulation(seealso3.11.5).

b) Thescaffold is not to be useduntil it hasbeeninspected by a licensed scaffolder and/orstructural engineer and certification provided tothe City (using the City’s standard certificationform)confirming that thescaffold complies with theStandardanddoesnotposearisktopublicsafety.

c) Any modifications to a scaffold will requireinspectionandcertificationbythescaffolder.

d) TheCitycanrequireproofofcurrentcompliancewith the relevant Standards at any time.

Figure 17

e) Whilst a scaffold is being constructed or leftunattended, the person with managementor control of the site/scaffold must prevent unauthorised access.

f) Where scaffolding is in place for more than 6months a new certificationmust be provided inaccordancewith3.11.5.

Note: Scaffolding (and hoardings) installed nearaerial electricity power cables must comply withall applicable safety requirements that may applyincluding during the installation and dismantling stages.

Figure 17(a) Figure 17(b)



2.12 Performance bonds2.12.1 Public places and infrastructure

Performance bonds (seealsoto1.12.2)maybeusedtorecovercostsincurredbytheCityincluding,butnotlimitedto,thefollowingcircumstances:

a) administering and enforcing the conditions of the approval and the provisions of these Guidelines where thepersonorcompanyhaving thebenefitof an approval (Permit) fails to comply with theconditionsofapprovaland/oradirectionoftheCity torectify,repairormaintainatemporary structure;

b) repairs to damaged City infrastructure including streettrees(andrequiredmaintenance)wheretheapplicant fails toundertakerequiredrectificationwork or where the work is not to the City’s standards and satisfaction;

c) the removal of a temporary structure where an approval has lapsed or been revoked and theapplicant fails to remove the structure;

d) the condition of a temporary structure is found to bestructurallydefectiveor inadequate requiringits removal ormodificationand theapplicant orowner of the temporary structure fails to takeappropriate action thereby requiring theCity to remove the structure or carry out remedial repairs;

Figures 18 and 19:Street treesandgardensmustbeprotected during the installation and removal of hoardings including for the full duration of the development or work.Performancebondscanbeusedtorecovercostsassociated with rectifying damage or replacing trees (refer see1.12.2).

Figure 18

Figure 19

2.11.4 Screening systems and graphics

Screening systems and/or graphics/ images onhoardings and scaffoldingmustbefullyandproperlymaintained for the full duration that a temporary structureisinplaceincludingkeeping:

a) the screening mesh or fabric being kept tautto minimise the adverse effects of wind on the structure; and

b) screening systems being maintained in goodcondition tomaintainanacceptableandqualityappearance in the streetscape.

Notes:

1) Section140(1)(a)oftheRoadsAct1993requiresthe holder of an approval (Permit) tomaintainastructure in a satisfactory state of repair.

2) Section 108 of the Local Government Act 1993allows the City to revoke an approval for anycircumstance set out in s109. Under s140 oftheRoadsAct1993theCitycanalsorevokeanapproval at any time and for any reason.

3) Adirection to removeastructurecanbe issuedunders107oftheRoadsAct1993.



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e) general maintenance including the removal of graffitiandbillpostersthathasnotbeencarriedout regularlyorastructure’ssurface isnotkeptingoodrepairandappearancerequiringtheCity oritscontractorstoundertakemaintenancework;

f) theinstallationand/orrepairofgraphicswheretheapplicant fails toundertakeworksasrequiredbytheseGuidelines and/or as directed by theCity;and

g) where the City considers that the design or installation of a temporary structure may be inadequate and/or is non-compliant withthe Guidelines, the City may commission an independent engineer or other person to audit the submitteddrawingsand/orinstallationtodeterminetheacceptabilityorotherwiseofthestructure(see2.8).

Note: Performance bondsaregenerallynotrequiredfor Type A hoardings and/or scaffolding systems. Where erected on granite paving or other special material the surface must be protected by 12 mmthick(min.)water-resistantplywoodsheets laidonadurableplasticmembraneunder the footprintof thehoardingandworkarea(refertoFigures53and89).

2.12.2 Street trees and street gardens

Performance bonds can also be used for theprotectionand/ormaintenanceofstreettrees,gardenbeds, landscaping and grass verges in the vicinityof a temporary structure where the applicant fails to protectandundertakerequiredmaintenance.

Where damage occurs and the applicant fails to follow a direction from an authorised person to undertakerepairs,theperformance bond willbeusedtorecovercostsassociatedwith:

Figure 20

Figure 20

Figure 20: Where a Type B hoardingisproposedtobeplaced over a roadway (laneway) an assessmentmustbemadeofthepotentialrisksassociatedwithfire-spreadbetween buildings and the operational needs of FireandRescueNSWtoaccessandfightafire inbuildingsadjoiningandoppositeadevelopmentsite.

(Note: image is an indicative representation only.)

a) undertakinginspectionsandreportingonaffecteddamageandrequiredremedialworks;and

b) the full removal and replacement of severely damaged tree/s and street landscaping/gardenbeds(asdeterminedbytheCity)andtheassociatedongoingmaintenanceuntilthetree/sandgardensarefullyestablishedtotheCity’s satisfaction (min. 12months).



c) installing temporaryautomaticsprinklersystemson hoarding decks/sheds and/or fire-fightingequipment such as hose reels on hoarding decks. This could assist construction workersundertakinginitialfire-fighting(subjecttomeetingrelevantwork health and safety obligations andrequirements as they apply to constructionpersonnel) until the arrival of Fire and RescueNSW personnel. Part E1 of the Building CodeofAustraliacanprovidesomeguidanceonfire-fighting equipment including mandatory fire-fightingsystemsforbuildingsunderconstruction.

2.13.3 Accessforfire-fightingappliancesandoperations

a) Hoardings erected over roadways(laneways)mustbeassessedforanypotentialadverseimpactsonthefire-fightingandrescueoperationalneedsofFireandRescueNSW.Thisincludespotentialfireoccurrencesinbuildingslocatedaboveorincloseproximity toworksitesand temporary structures includingobstructiontotheuseofaccessladdersandaerialfire-fightingappliances.

b) Where necessary, such as the installation ofsubstantialhoardings erected over a long frontage of laneway, the applicant will need to seekfeedbackfromthemanagerofthelocalfirestationand incorporateany requirements in thedesign of temporary structures before an application is lodged.

2.13 Fire safety and other risks - Type B hoardings

2.13.1 Emergency-related risks on hoarding decks

The applicant and/or the person conducting a business or undertaking must assess the risk of afire occurrence or other emergency on occupiableType B hoardings (housing site sheds and other approvedstructuresormaterial)andsatisfyanySafeWork Australia and/or SafeWork NSW requirements.Someofthemattersthatshouldbeconsideredwhendevelopingarequired control measureare:

a) the distance to reach egress points (stairways)on a hoarding deck and the distance betweenalternativeexits;

b) the width of corridors, passageways and stairstoprovideadequateegresstoasafeplaceinanemergency(Note:Accessdoors/gatesmustnotopen over a footway or roadway);and

c) whether portable fire extinguishers and exitsignagearenecessaryincludingthenumberandlocationofextinguishers.

2.13.2 Potentialrisksoffire-spreadtobuildingsadjoining hoardings

Where a hoarding is erected over a roadway such as a laneway, an assessment must be undertakeninrelationtotheriskoffirespreadingfromtheworksitetosurroundingbuildingsviathehoarding,sheds,scaffolding and approved areas storing material/equipment.

If it is established that there is a potential for fireto spread to adjoining or nearby building/s, theapplicant must address these risks in the hoarding design and use. This is particularly important where surrounding buildings are not sprinkler-protectedand/or where older buildings exist which may notcomply with the principal fire-control provisions ofcontemporary building control regulations such astheBuildingCodeofAustralia.Toaddress identifiedrisks, controlmeasuresmay need to be developedandimplementedwhichcouldinclude:

a) locatingsiteshedsonhoardingsawayfromlikelyfirerisksourcesorpotentialfire-spreadpathways(see3.9.1Element1–‘Structure’forothergeneralfiresafetyrequirements);

b) limiting the nature and volume of combustiblematerial on or as part of a hoardingsuchastimberdeckingcomponentsandfascia;and



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2.14 Pollution control in a public place (dust, noise, water and litter)

2.14.1 Pollution controls

Adequate site controls must be implemented toprevent pollution of the public place.Thisincludesbutisnotlimitedtothefollowing:

a) Generallitter–maintainthefootway/roadwayareaand remove any litter that accumulates around a temporary structure(seeto2.11);

b) Noise–complywithanyconditionsofdevelopmentconsent that regulate noise generation associated withthedevelopmentsite(seealso2.14.3);

c) Hoursofoperation–complywiththedevelopmentconsent and any conditions imposed through other approvals issued by the City (see also 2.14.3);

d) Dust and debris – contain dust and debris tothe work area and where necessary provide aphysicalbarrierorscreeningsuchasshadeclothorfabricmeshtoencapsulatetheworkplace; and

e) Water – collect and dispose of rainwater falling on thedeckofTypeBhoardings in accordance with 3.9.4. Where water and/or cleaning agents areusedtowashbuildingsorundertakeotheractivity,allwaste-watermustbecollectedanddisposedof to the sewer system (subject tomeeting anySydney Water requirements) or collected anddisposedofbyalicensedliquidwastecontractor.

Liquids, other than uncontaminated rainwater fallingonanddrainingfromthedeckofaTypeBhoarding (see3.9.4),mustnotbeallowedtoflowintothestreetgutter and stormwater drainage system.

2.14.2 Pollution offences

In granting approval to erect a temporary structure on City owned land applicants must, in addition tocomplying with these Guidelines and conditions of approval, comply with the State’s environmentalprotection laws (Protection of the EnvironmentOperations Act 1997) and relevant Regulations.Penalties may apply where offences occur.

2.14.3 City of Sydney Code of Practice for Construction Hours/Noise

Persons in control of a workplace must comply with the City’s Code of Practice for Construction Hours/NoisewithintheCentralBusinessDistrictand,whereapplicable, conditions of development consent thatapply to a development site.

2.15 Impacts on building use2.15.1 Buildings undergoing change

Proponents of temporary structuresinstallationsand/or building owners are responsible for any adverseimpacts that temporary structures may cause on the continueduseandoccupationofbuildings suchasretailpremisesonthegroundfloorincludingapprovedoutdoordiningareasontheadjoiningfootway.

The City, in approving the installation of temporary structures,hasnoresponsibility toadvise tenantsofproposedworksandtheapplicationseekingapprovalto install temporary structures.

Theproponentand/orbuildingownershouldthereforecommunicate with building occupants to advise ofproposedworksandaddressanyissues.Aminimumof seven (7) days’ notice shall be provided prior toinstallation occurring.

2.15.2 Adjoining and surrounding properties

Where a hoarding is proposed to span a roadway (laneway), see 3.9.4(f), or project in front of anadjoining property (see 2.6.2), potential adverseimpacts on affected propertiesmust be consideredand,wherenecessary,thehoarding design may need tobemodifiedtominimiseidentifiedimpacts.

Proponentsshouldconsultwithowners/occupiersofaffected properties prior to lodgment of an application. Where the City believesthattherecouldbeanadverseimpact the City will inform affected parties in writing to advise of the proposed hoarding placement and consideranyfeedbackreceived.


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Design Requirements

3.1 Introduction to Part 03: design quality requirements

The Guidelines aim to achieve a high standard of designqualityfortemporary structures.Itisexpectedthat thisqualitystandardwillalsobeattained in thevaried circumstances of individual sites. The design solutionsmustaddressspecificconditionsincludingproblems posed by narrow laneways and footways,localtrafficconditionsandsiteaccessconstraints.

ThisPartsetsoutthedetaileddesignrequirementsfortemporary structures. It includes deemed-to-complystandards and objectives where a performance-baseddesignapproachisproposedtobeused.

ThisPartalsosetsout therequirements forfinishes,artwork and graphic displays on hoardings and scaffolding.

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Figure 21: Where permitted, double-stacked shedsmustbefullyscreenedbyappropriatefasciatreatment.Refer to 3.4 and 3.9.6 for requirements relating to thedisplayofgraphicsandpermissiblesignageandpublicinformationaboutadevelopment.

3.2 Type A and Type B hoardingsThe high density city centre and other majorcommercial and retail centres have special needs in termsof pedestrianmovement, convenience andamenity.

Footway obstructions resulting from the placementof temporary structures are often a necessary part of construction and building maintenance activity. TheCity will therefore permit such structures subject tostrictcontrolsbeingfollowed.

In allowing the installation of these structures in apublic place it is essential that they have the least possible impact on residents, workers, visitors andbusiness activity and allow for safe and convenientpedestrian movement. There are also significantvisual impacts that result from development activity therefore quality design features apply to minimisethese impacts.

Hoardingsmustthereforemeetprescribedminimumdesign criteria. The diagrams at Figures 25 and 26describe the keydesignelementsand features thatmustbesatisfiedwhenproposingtoinstallahoarding.



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Figure 22(a) and 22(b): The design of temporary structuresatbusypedestrianintersectionsandbus-stopsmustbegivenspecialconsiderationtominimiseimpactson circulation and queuing spaces to ensure safe andconvenient pedestrian movement.

Figure 23: The design and placement of temporary structures must address the special needs of the high pedestrian density city centre and other majorcommercial and retail centres. The placement of hoarding supportcolumnsatkerbrampsmustbeavoided.

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300Maximum intrusion of the site fence onto the footway. In some cases a lesser encroachment will be required particu-larly in the city centre.

Note: Where a site fence is proposed to encroach onto the footway full justification for such an encroachment must be provided with the hoarding application (Clause 2.9.2(b)).

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Footway width must be maximised

Site fence must be designed and certified by a practising structural engineer (Section 04)

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Public viewing window - 3.9.3

Figure 26: Atypicalcross-sectionofa‘TypeA’hoardingincorporatingatrafficbarrierprotectingadeepexcavation(withthebarrierlocatedbehindthesitefence).



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Figures 27(a), (b) and (c): These three forms of temporary structures and installationareNOTPERMITTEDon footways and roadways within the City of Sydney area.

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3.3 Prohibited forms of Type B hoardings and site-fencing

The CitydoesNOTPERMIT:

a) Type B overhead protective structures constructed of pipe scaffolding;

b) theuseofmodifiedshippingcontainerstoactasprotective structures;

c) chain-wireormeshfencingplacedonCity-ownedland(footways/roadways);and

d) timber-framedTypeBhoardings.

These types of hoarding systems do not satisfy several keyprovisionsoftheGuidelinesincluding:

• minimisingphysicalandvisualobstructionofthefootway (3.9.2);

• base counterweights (mesh fencing) that donot project into the pedestrian thoroughfare (topreventtriphazards);

• providingatidy,unclutteredandvisuallypleasingstructure(3.9.1);

• eliminating elements that permit easy climbing(3.9.1);

• maximisingtheclearwidthofthe footway betweensupport columns particularly for wide footways (3.9.2);

• structuraladequacyof thehoarding (particularly pipe scaffolds)andimpactsbyvehicles(3.9.1);

• minimising the size and number of sole-boardsandbaseplatestopreventtriphazards;and

• difficultiesofintegratingcounterweightswithinthestructureinavisuallyunclutteredmanner(3.9.2).


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Figure 28: Visually interesting hoardingfinishesincludingthedisplayofpublicartisencouragedandinsomecasesismandatory(seeTable1).

Figure 29: Minorpublicinformationaboutadevelopmentor maintenance/restoration work and/or directionalsignagetopublicplacesorfacilitiesmaybedisplayedontemporary structures(referto3.4.4).

Figure 30: The City reserves the right to require theinstallation of specificgraphics, artwork and communityinformation on temporary structures placed on City-owned land.

3.4 Artwork, graphics, images and innovativehoardingfinishes

The display of artwork, graphics and images ontemporary structures is strongly encouraged. Incertain circumstances this is mandatory (see Table1). The display of artwork and graphics minimisesadverse impacts,addsvisual interestand increasesthe presence of creativity in the streetscape.

The installation of artwork on temporary structures aligns with the City's Creative City Cultural Policy and Action Plan. Artwork and graphics discouragegraffitiandbillposterattachmentbyeliminatingblanksurfaces.

As temporary structures are placed on land owned by theCity, the City reserves the right to requireanapplicant todisplayspecificartworkandcommunityinformation aboutCity initiatives. This includes, butnotlimitedto,majorprojectsandspecialeventsandfestivalssupportedbytheCity's Creative City Cultural PolicyandActionPlanandotherinitiativesundertakenbytheCityfromtime-to-time.

For temporary structures installed in prominent highly visible locations including high pedestrian densitycommercial districts or major transport corridors/roads,applicantsshouldcontacttheCitytoestablishifaspecificartworkwillberequiredtobedisplayedonthe temporary structure/s. Variations to the prescriptive design elements for temporary structures (see 3.9)in order to accommodate innovative designs such



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Figure 31(a) and Figure 31(b): Creative hoarding designs and finishes are permitted subject to site-specific suitability including the availability of sufficientfootway width.

Figure 32(a) and Figure 32(b): The use of innovative and visually interesting hoarding designs and finishesis encouraged where safe and convenient pedestrian movementcanbemaintainedpastawork-site.

as sculptured hoarding fences/fascias (see Figures31(a) and 52) may be permitted subject to site-specific assessment and approval. This will includeconsiderationofthesuitabilityofthelocalityincludingthepotentialimpactscausedbyobstructionsandsafepedestrian movement. This is particularly important in the high pedestrian density areas of the city centre and other commercial areas.

3.4.1 Mandatory artwork and graphics on temporary structures

To enhance the appearance of temporary structures particularly where they are installed in highly visiblesites and localities including lengthy periods of installation, artwork, graphics and/or images as setoutinTable1mustbedisplayed.

Where graphics are not required (see Table 1) butdarkcolourfinishesonhoardingsareproposed,it is mandatory for graphics and images in accordance with 3.4.3 to be displayed to break-upthe large colour mass and to add visual interest in the streetscape.

3.4.2 Recycling of graphic substrates

Substrates(meshandfabric)usedforthedisplayofgraphicsandprojectinformationmustbeofmaterialthatcanbereusedorisrecyclable.

3.4.3 Artwork, graphics and images required on temporary structures

a) Where required by Table 1 or as a condition ofdevelopment consent temporary structures must,withtheexceptionof temporary structures associated with heritage items (see (b) below),incorporateoneofthefollowing:


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Figure 33: Artwork/graphics must be displayed onaccess doors (having a width greater than 2 metres)and cover at least 75 per cent of the surface area.For duarability purposes graphics on doors must beprinted/adhered to composite base-board and screw-fixedtothedoor(PVCbannerfabricandsailtrackisnotallowed).

Figure 34: An example of digital art projected ontoscaffoldingmeshenclosingawork-site.

i. astandardCreativeCitygraphic. Information,including artwork and graphics files, areavailablefromthe City’s Creative City hoardings imagebank:www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au;or

ii. approved site-specific high quality artworkcommissioned by developers/builders or asrequired by theCity that adds visual interest in the streetscape and which is appropriate for the locality. Proponents must discuss their proposal with the City prior to commencing detailedartworkdesignandcommissioning;or

iii. vegetated (green wall) site fence and/orfascia (Figure 35). Vegetative finishes willneed to include an integrated automatic sub-surface drip irrigation system. Detailsof the capacity of the hoarding structure to support a saturated green wall; the method ofattachmentandintegrationwiththefence/fascia; proposed plant species (suitable for

the site conditions); watering system; andmaintenance program, will also need to beprovided with the application.

b) For works associated with heritage items,historic imagesof thebuilding/localstreetscapeor photographs from the City’s image bankmust be used as the graphic display. Thedisplayofhistoric imagesmayalsobe requiredfor temporary structures located in heritage conservation areas. Historic city images areavailable through the City’s image bank at: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au

c) Atleast75percentofthesurfaceareaofasitefence including return end panels, major/largeaccess gates/doors (wider than 2 metres) and



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Figure 35: Finishing site fences and hoarding fascias with a ‘green wall’ installation is an innovative and attractive way to mask development sites in prominent locationsand improve streetscape amenity. Where approval is given specific conditions will apply including minimummaintenancerequirements.

Figure 36: Acombinationofgraphicimageand‘greenwall’ may be an appropriate solution to enhance theappearance of hoarding fences.

Figure 37: Site-specifichistoric imagesarepermittedsubjecttoCityapproval.

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fascias must be covered by a graphic display(which also includes any proposed signage as set out in Table 2) with the remaining surfacefinishedandpaintedflatblackorotherapprovedcolour appropriate for the graphic display. For TypeBhighbayhoardingswherethedeckheightis greater than 3 metres the graphics must beinstalled on the site fence up to at least the lateral bracingelements.

3.4.4 Signage on temporary structures

Signageassociatedwiththedevelopmentorworkispermitted subject tomeeting thecontrols set out inTable2andalsoinFigure39.


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City centre Morethan4weeks

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All other areas Morethan12weeks*

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fascia)

City centre Morethan4weeks

Adjoiningmajorroadsand/ortransport corridors (including

harbourlocations)outsidethecitycentre(asdeterminedbytheCity)

Morethan8weeks*

All other areas Morethan12weeks*

Type B (fascias screening

double- stackedsite sheds)

All localities Any duration Refer to 3.4.3

Type A and Type Bwithdarkcolour

finishesAll localities Any duration Refer to 3.4.3

Largescaffolding systemsand/or installed in

prominent localities (asdeterminedby

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Asrequiredbyaconditionofdevelopment consent applying tothedevelopmentorwork

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1) The display of graphics is not required on hoarding installations in minor or secondaryroadways such as rear laneways which are used primarily for local traffic and where theprevailing form of the laneway consists of rear fences, garages, gates, roller doors and the like.

2) Incaseswhereahoardingisinstalledonthemainfrontageofacornerblockandthehoardingextendsalongthesidelanewayhavingawidthoflessthan6metresmeasuredfromthepropertyboundaries,graphicsmust bedisplayedforalengthofatleast5metreswithinthelanewaymeasuredfromthecornerintersection(seeFigure38).

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Figure 38: Foracornersiteadjoiningalanewaytheinstallationofgraphicsonthesecondaryroad(lanewaywithawidthlessthan6metres)mustextendadistanceofatleast5metresfromtheprimaryroadhoardingfrontageasindicated(referto‘Note2’inTable1)andtheremainderofthehoardingmustbepaintedflatblack.

Figure 39: AllsignagepermittedbyTable2mustbepositionedclearoftheapprovedartwork/graphicsandinstalledwithinpanelshavingaflatblackbackgroundandlocatedinpanelsattheendsofsitefencesandfasciasorinablackpaneladjacenttothesiteaccessdoor.RefertoTable2andthe'CreativeCityHoardingsDesignandInstallationGuide'for further details.

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Type of signage Maximum size Location & maximum number Other requirements

A Builder,principalcontractor and design consultants identification.

•Nomorethan5%oftheaggregate outer surface area* of the hoarding in each street frontage; or

•5squaremetres,

whichever is the lesser.

•One(1)signperfrontage; and

•Nothigherthan8metresabovethefootway/roadwaysurface.

1.Signagemustbesympatheticwith the graphic design and placed in accordance with Figure 39;&

2.Namesofsubcontractorsandmaterial/equipmentsuppliersmustnotbedisplayedonthehoarding and scaffolding.

B Developer or corporate identification(name/logo).

•Nomorethat5%(combined) of the aggregate outer surface area* of the hoarding in each street frontage; or

•5squaremetres,


•Uptotwo(2)brandingsperstreetfrontage; and

•Nothigherthan8metresabovethefootway/roadwaysurface.

1.Mustbesympatheticwiththegraphic design and placed on the perimeteredgesofgraphics;&

2.Productimagesorthelikemustnotbedisplayed;&

3.Onlyminortextmessagingassociated with logos is permitted;&

4. Corporate signage is only permitted when associated with the corporate identity of the current or future principal occupancyofthesite/building;&

5.Onlyonewebsiteaddresscanbedisplayedbeingaminorcomponent of the corporate name/logocontentandnotawebaddressdirectlycontainingsales,leasinginformationorthelike;&

6.Thenamesandlogosofotherentities such as property investorsmustnotbedisplayed.

C Community information that mayinclude:

-detailsaboutthedevelopment orwork;

-civicorcommunity events;

-festivals;&

-publicinterestmessages.

Type A •Nomorethan20%ofthe aggregate outer surface area* of the hoarding in each street frontage; or

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One(1)signperfrontage

1.Atleast50%ofthepermittedsignage area allocated forinformationaboutthedevelopmentorworkmustdisplay an image of the proposed buildingorwork;&

2.Signagemustbesympatheticwith the graphic design.

Type B •Nomorethan10%ofthe aggregate outer surface area* of the hoarding in each streetfrontage,or

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One(1)signperfrontage

D Advertising (commercial,promotional,sale/leasingsignage)andthelike.

Theseguidelinestonotregulateadvertisingsignage.Separatedevelopmentconsentisrequiredforallproposedadvertisingsignageunlessthesignageisdeterminedtobeexemptdevelopment.

Table 2: Signage controls (hoardings) -referalsotoFigure39

Note: * ‘aggregate outer surface area’istheareaofthesitefence(includingaccessgates/doorsandend panels)andthefasciaofTypeBhoardings.



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3.4.5 Scaffolding - graphics and images (construction/scaffolding wraps)

Where required by Table 1, the whole scaffolding faceoralesserareawherespecificallyapprovedbythe City,must display a coordinated and integratedgraphic display that can include facade replication,communityimages,historicalcityimagesorpublicartto mitigate the adverse visual impacts on the public place and add visual interest and vibrancy in thestreetscape.(2)

The City must give approval to a proposed artworkor graphic display and reserves the right to specify a particular typeofdisplay (see3.11.4).Theprojectionof digital images and/or public information ontoscaffolding mesh/wrap may also be required. Indetermining what is considered a ‘prominent locality’ requiring the installation of a graphic display thefollowingwillapply:

a) whetherthesiteislocatedincloseproximitytoasignificanttransportcorridorsuchasamainroad or rail line;

b) the extent of exposure and impact that thescaffolding system will have in the public place includingprominentsiteswithvistasfromreserves,squaresandmalls,majorroadintersectionsandtheharbour;and

c) the proximity to significant landmarks includingheritage items.

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3.4.6 Printing and installation

Printing of graphic displays must use UV-stabilisedor latex-based inks. The system of installation andattachment of graphic displays to temporary structures must consider the long-term durability, appearanceand maintenance requirements to ensure that anacceptable quality appearance is provided andmaintained.Thefollowingprovisionsapply:

a) PVC and polyethylene flex display fabric is thepreferred material for the display of graphics. The fabric must be attached to the hoarding usingpre-painted black powder-coated sail track orothersimilartracksystem(noteyelets)toensurean even and taut condition is achieved and maintained (see also 3.4.2 regarding recycling requirements);

b) sail tracks and the display fabric must beinstalled in accordance with the City’s Design and InstallationGuidetoensureacleanandneatfinishon the hoardingface.Fixingtracksandgraphicsmustbeinstalledwithintheinternaledgesoftheperimetertrimmingboards(seetheCity’s Printing andInstallationGuide).Tracksandfixingsystemsmustalsobedesignedandinstalledtoeliminatesharp edges, joins and fixings (low profilescrewheadsaretobeused);and

c) self-adhesivedisplaymaterialwillgenerallyonlybepermitted on Type A hoardingsprotectedbystreetawnings and on the site fence of Type B hoardings wheretheoverheaddeckaffordsweatherandsunprotectiontopreventpanelshrinkageandlossofadhesion. Where specifically allowed, adhesivevinylwillbepermittedincircumstancesassetoutintheDesignandInstallationGuide;Figure 40: The use of construction wrap images on

scaffoldingandwork-sitesisencouraged.Insomecasesitismandatorythatawrapbeinstalled(refertoTable1).


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Figure 41: Typical ‘Type B’ hoarding (displaying a historicimage)

Figure 42: Typical gantry ‘Type B’ hoarding (with graphic).

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d) accessdoorsexceeding2metresinwidthmusthave graphics installed and printed on or adheres tocompositebase-boardforlong-termdurabilitypurposes; and

e) for steeply sloping sites, graphics/imagesmustbeinstalledinpanelstomatchthesteppingofthehoardingand/orfootwaygradient.

Forfurtherinformationaboutprintingandinstallationstandards refer to the City’sCreativeCityHoardingsDesignandInstallationGuide.

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1) In approving graphics, the City accepts no copyrightresponsibilitiesthattheapplicantmayneed to meet.

2) The material on which images are printed and displayed must comply with the Australian Standard for scaffolding, applicable Codes ofPracticeandanyworksafetystandards.

3) Where approved advertising on a temporary structurewillproduceafinancialreturntotheownerofthestructureorsite,thentheCity,aslandownerover which the hoarding and/or scaffolding is erected, may require through a condition ofdevelopment consent the owner of the site or the applicant to negotiate with the City an appropriate percentagedistributionoftheadvertisingincome.

3.5 Requirements applying to the key design features of Type A and Type B hoardings

3.5.1 Objectives for the design of hoardings

The following objectives apply to the design andinstallation of Type A and Type B hoardings:

a) provide a safe and structurally adequatetemporary structure in accordance with the relevantregulations, SafeWork NSWrequirements,adoptedAustralianStandardsandtheSafeWorkAustralia‘ConstructionWork-CodeofPractice’;

b) minimise unnecessary footway encroachments,obstructionsandclutter;

c) maintain the highest possible standard ofpedestrian access, amenity and safety past awork-site;

d) ensure that hoardingscontributepositivelytothestreetscape;

e) ensure that high quality public art, graphicdesigns, images and information appropriateto the location are provided where proposed or requiredbytheseGuidelines;

f) informpedestriansandthecitycommunityaboutthe development or work through appropriatemessaging on hoardings;

g) maintain materials, finishes, structure andgraphics in a good and sound condition;

h) avoid or minimise impacts on utility access pits and hatches, street furniture, street trees andother infrastructure; and

i) ensure that timberand timberproductsused inhoardings are sourced from sustainable forestsand consist of products that are legally logged.

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3.5.2 Mandatory design features for Type A and Type B hoardings

The following design features are mandatory for Type A and Type B hoardings:

a) obstructionof the footwayby thehoarding is to beminimised.ColumnsofTypeBhoardings are tobelocatedatleast300mmfromthekerbedgeandsitefencesaretobepositionedasclosetothesiteboundaryaspossible.

Note: Columnssetbackmorethan300mmfromthekerbrequirespecialconsideration(see3.9.1(k));

b) Type B hoardings must provide visual transparency of the footway beneath by maintaining at leasta nominated minimum height clearance to the underside of hoarding decks and, in the citycentre, provide vertical and non-continuouscounterweightsatthekerb;

c) site sheds installed on Type B hoardingsmustbescreened on the side/s facing the public place through the use of fascias or approved fabricscreens that display high quality graphics (see3.4);

d) high standards of design and detailing are to be applied to all hoardings including finishesand, where proposed or required by Table 1,the integrationofpublicart, colour, imagesandgraphics;

e) co-ordinatedinformationaboutthedevelopmentandintegratedgraphics(whererequired)onboththe fascia and site fence including end panels are to be provided including the display of theproperty address (number) in numerals at least100 mm high;

f) provisionforin-groundsiteworkstobeviewedbypedestrians(throughwindowsinthesitefence);

g) high quality and effective lighting of groundsurfaces under Type B hoardings to enhance safety and amenity for pedestrians and bicycleriders;

h) weather protection for pedestrians and bicycleriders (Type B hoardings)throughtheprovisionofwatertightgradeddecks;

i) structures that are designed for easy and effective maintenance through the use of durable andappropriatematerialsandfinishes;and

j) timberandtimberproductsincludingsitefences,fasciasanddecksofhoardingsmustbesourcedfrom legally logged forests as required by theCommonwealth government’s Illegal LoggingProhibitionAct2012.

3.6 Requirements for the key design features of scaffolding systems

3.6.1 Objectives for scaffolding systems

Thefollowingobjectivesapplytoscaffoldingsystems:

a) minimise footway obstructionsandclutter;

b) maintain the highest possible standard ofpedestrian amenity, access and safety pastscaffolding structures;

c) ensure scaffoldingscreeningsystemscontributepositively in the streetscape;

d) ensure that where proposed or required highquality artwork, graphic designs that includepublic art and images on screening systems(scaffoldingwrap)areappropriatetothelocationand duration of the scaffolding installation;

e) informvisitorsandthecitycommunityaboutthedevelopmentorwork;

f) maintain screening systems and graphics to a high standard to minimise adverse visual impacts;

g) provideasafeandstructurallystable temporary structure in the public place in accordance with the relevant regulations, applicable AustralianStandards including AS/NZS 1576.1: 2010 ‘Scaffolding – General requirements’, Codes ofPractice and any requirements of theSafeWork NSW; and

h) minimisephysicalimpacts(fixings)onthefabricofhistoricbuildingsandothersignificantstructures.

3.6.2 Mandatory design features for scaffolding systems

The following design features are mandatory for scaffoldingsystems:

a) as a general rule scaffolding systems must not rest on the footwayinthecitycentre,otherareasof high pedestrian volumes or where the width of a footwayisnarrowandwouldresultinblockageofthefootway.Intheseareasthescaffolding system is to beplacedonthedeckofTypeBhoardings. Applicants must discuss their proposal with City officersbeforeproceedingwithanapplicationforscaffoldinginbusypartsofthecity;

b) in visually prominent locations and any other place requiredbytheCity(seeTable1)thescaffolding must be screened from the public place bymeshorgraphicsfixedtotheoutsidefaceofthescaffoldingframe(seealso3.11.3);

Note: * ‘aggregate outer surface area’ is the area of the site fence (including access gates/doors and end panels) and the fascia of Type B hoardings.


Design Requirements

Figure 43 Figure 44

Figure 45

Figure 46

Figure 43: Screening of scaffoldingusingahigh-qualityscaffolding wrap is particularly appropriate in prominent locationsandonhistoricbuildings.

Figure 44: Where scaffoldingisrequiredtoencapsulatea work-site the City may require a construction wrapimagetobeinstalledtomitigateadversevisualimpactsof the structure in the public place(seeTable1).

Figure 45: Full encapsulation of work sites usingimperviousfabrictocontaindustanddebrisispermittedsubject to thescaffolding systembeingdesignedandinstalled towithstand all expectedwind actions in thelocality and the fabric in accordance with the City'srequirements.

Figure 46: Quality scaffolding/meshing systems fixedon the outside face to fully screen the scaffold frame are preferred.Blackmesh isalsopreferred,howeverothercoloursmaybepermitted if suitable for the localityorrequired forwork health and safety issues to addressscaffold exposure to the sun (excessive heat gain)and impacts on workers. For heritage-listed buildingsconsiderationmustbegiventotheuseofsympatheticcolours(seeFigure126).

c) any graphics or images incorporated in the screening (whether mesh or fabric) are to beprinted using high quality graphics/imagesincludingpublicartwhererequiredbytheCity.Insomecasesthismaybemandatory(seeTable1);and

d) screening systems must be installed andmaintainedtoaclean,tidyandsecurestandardto the City'srequirements.



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Figure 47

Figure 48

Figure 47: An example of a building wrap showinga historic city image. A comprehensive collection of historicimagesisfreelyavailablefromtheCity’s Archives Unit(referto3.4.3).

Figure 48: Anexampleofascaffoldingwrapandfasciagraphics associated with a special city event. The City strongly encourages the use of images and graphics including large format printed public art on temporary structures. In some localities this is mandatory (seeTable1).


Design Requirements

3.7 Cycleway networkAnextensivecyclewaynetwork isbeingconstructedthroughoutthelocalgovernmentarea.Severalmajorsectionsof thecyclewayhavebeencompletedandare in use.

It is thereforecritical thathoardings do not interrupt the flow of bicycle movement along cycleways norinterfere with the construction of cycleways (see 2.10.5).

3.7.1 Cycleways and the design of hoardings

The design, installation and use of hoardings must accommodate the three principal cycleway designs includingsatisfyingallrequirementsoftheGuidelinesrelatingtothesafeandconvenientpassageofbicycleriders including pedestrians and vehicles. To achieve acceptableoutcomesforbicycleridersandotherroad usersanumberofdesignrequirementsapplyandaresetoutin3.9.1.

3.7.2 Shared pedestrian/cycleway pathways

Hoardings erected in shared pedestrian/cyclewaypathwaysrequirespecialconsideration.Thereareno‘deemed-to-comply’provisionsforsharedpathways.Inthesecircumstancesapplicantswillneedtodiscusstheir proposal with the City’s Cycling Unit beforeproceeding with design drawings and lodgment of an application.

Figure 49: There are three principal cycleway designs. Thisdesignseparatesthecyclewayfromtrafficlanesusingamedianseparator.Referto3.9.1fordetailswhenplacinghoardingsabovecycleways.



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6. Artwork, graphics and information (on fascias and site fences)

Usedtominimiseadversevisualimpactsandaddinterest to the streetscape through the installation ofrequiredandapprovedartwork.

7. Colour

Standard colours are to be used on hoardings.Where graphics and artwork are installedhoardingsmust be painted black (with white totheundersideofthedeckandwhitebandingsonthe columns of Type B hoardings).

8. Access gates

Access gates are used to secure openings in the site fence and allow access for construction personnel, vehicles and machinery. Accessgates must be imperforate (solid); extend tothe underside of the deck of TypeBhoardings; lockableandopeninwardorslideinternally.(2)

Graphicsmustalsobeinstalledonlargeaccessgatesanddoorsincludingattruckaccesspoints.

9. Lighting

LocatedathighlevelonthesitefenceoronthedecksoffitofTypeBhoardings to provide a well illuminated and safe passage for pedestrians including the illumination of support columns (footway obstructions). Where hoardings are installed over roadways and cycleways lighting also provides for safe movement including visual sighting of pedestrians passing along or across roadwaysandcycleways.Lightingalsoilluminatesartworkandgraphicsonsitefences.

10. Street tree protection

Street trees are an important part of the streetscape and can contribute to the visualscreening of temporary structures. Designs must therefore accommodate all affected street trees byminimisingtheneedforbranchpruningandbylocating support columnsaway from treebasesand fascias set back from tree canopies. Trunkandlimbprotectionmustalsobeprovided.

Notes:

1) Details of proposed artwork and graphics onfascias must be included with an application –referto2.9.2andTable1.

2) It is an offence under Clause 21 of the RoadsRegulation2008toallowadoororgatetoopenoutwards into a road including a footway.

3.8 Introduction to the component elements of hoardings – Types A and B

Hoardingsareconstructedandfinishedfromarangeof separate elements. These are discussed in detail in thefollowingsection(3.9),butthekeycomponentsare:

1. Structure

Theprimary frameworkof ahoarding consisting of steel columns and beams for Type BhoardingsandatimberorsteelframeforTypeAhoardingsincluding,ifnecessary,bracingand/orcounterweights.

2. Counterweights, column bases, trafficbarriers and pedestrian safety barriers.

Counterweights stabilise a hoarding particularly where sheds are installed on hoardingdecksand/or where hoardings are exposed to high windloads in the locality. Traffic and crowd barriersprotect pedestrians and motorists at excavatedsites. Safety barriers (where permitted) such assteelpicketscreensonTypeBhoardings protect pedestrians from hoisting activity from a works zone on the roadway.

3. Site fence

The primary element of Type A hoardings and often also part of Type B hoardings. Fences form a safety barrier and visual screen between thepublic place and the workplace. They also provide asurface for thedisplayofgraphicsandpublicinformationaboutthedevelopmentorwork.

4. Deck and overhead protection

Locatedoverthepublic place (footway, roadway,cycleway) to protect pedestrians, bicycle ridersand vehicles from objects that may fall from aworkplace and to provide impervious weather protection to a public place.Thedeckcanalsoprovide a platform for site sheds and scaffolding andwherespecificallyapproved, theparkingofsuspended scaffold(swingingstages).

5. Fascia

Fascias are provided on the public place side of Type B hoardingdeckstoaffordfallprotectionforworkersontrafficabledecks.Fasciasalsoscreensitesheds,spandrelbeamsandanylongitudinalkneebracings.Afasciacanalsoactasaverticalprotective barrier to arrest objects that may fallfrom a workplace hitting and ricocheting off the deck.Thiselementalsoactsasasurfaceforthedisplayofpublicart,graphicsanddevelopment-related community information.(1)


Design Requirements

4500 mm minimum.(above vehicular crossing)

2400

max

.

1200(max.)

Vehicular crossing(separate approval must be obtained from the Cityfor temporary crossings).

Chamfer/bevel topsof counterweights -3.9.2(d)(ii)

(min.

)

Fascia to cover deck and structure and to extend to the top of the site sheds, or 1000 mm above the deck level where there are no site sheds - 3.9.5.

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ELEMENTS:StructureVertical and horizontal counterweightsSite fenceDeckFasciaGraphics and informationColourVehicle access gateLightingSite/builder and safety signage and hoarding permitSafety balustradeSite shed (screened by a fascia)Public viewing window to in-groundworks

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Figure 50: A 'Type B' hoarding.Thelocationanddesignofcounterweightsiscriticaltominimisepedestrianobstructionandtoenhanceopennessalongthekerbinthecitycentreandotherbusycommercialareas(see3.9.2).



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3.9 Using the objectives and deemed-to-comply provisions applying to the design and use of hoardings

Thissectiondetailsspecificdesign requirements forthe various elements of Type A and Type B hoardings.

Hoarding designs must satisfy the ‘performance objectives’ applicable to each design element.Compliance with the objectives is automaticallysatisfied by designing a hoarding that meets the ‘deemed-to-comply’provisions.

Ifcompliancewiththedeemed-to-complyprovisionscannot be achieved due to specific site or buildingconstraints, applicants must clearly show that analternative design solution meets the performance objectives. This must be clearly described in theapplication including details on how the objectiveprovisionswillbesatisfied.

3.9.1 Element 1 - Structure (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. The provision and maintenance of a structurally adequate and stable structureunder all conditions that complies with relevant structural design standards, workhealth and safety legislation and applicableCodes of Practice;

ii. The open character of a footway belowthe Type B hoarding is maintained and the amount and quality of natural light reachingthe footway is preserved.

iii. Pedestrian safety and amenity is protected throughpedestriansbeingreadilyvisiblefromthe roadway;

iv. Safe and convenient pedestrian movement and amenity is provided including access to andfromvehiclesparkedalongthekerb;


Design Requirements

v. Physical access for maintenance of the footway, including regular cleaning, is notaffected significantly by the temporary structure;

vi. Physicalencroachmentandobstructionofthehoarding on the footway is minimised;

vii. Safe and convenient access is maintained along cycleways including unencumberedclear width, height, column setback andcolumn spacings;

viii. Safe and convenient access and egress is maintainedtoandfromoccupiedbuildingsinthe vicinity of the temporary structure;

ix. Temporary structures are appropriately designed and maintained to minimise adverse visual impacts on the public place; and

x. Access to utility pits in the footway andfire-fightingservicessuchassprinklerandhydrantbooster connections located on buildingfacades is maintained.

Deemed-to-ComplyprovisionsforElement1:

Height/clearances

a) The minimum height clearance to the underside ofaTypeBdeckstructureis3000mmmeasuredabovethefootway.(1)

b) Knee-bracing must not be less than 2500 mmabove the footwayand thesizeofbracing is tobeminimised.

c) Aminimumheightclearanceof4500mmmustbeprovidedabovearoadwayoratatruckentranceto a site.

Column spacings and location

d) Columns and/or column/counterweight units(2) mustbelocatedwithaminimumclearspacingof:

i. 4 metres along the footpath in the city centre(3) with a greater spacing for hoardings erected over cycleways (see (ii) below) in areasoutside the city centre;

ii. 2500mmalongthekerb-sideoutsidethecitycentreexceptwhereitisdeterminedthatthereare site specific needs to require a greaterspacing(3) or where a cycleway is affected inwhichcasecolumnsmustbeplacedat4metreclearspacings(min.);

iii. Columnsmustnotbeplacedonor incloseproximity to utility service pits/hatches(bearingpressures)-see4.5.2.

e) Columns and/or column/counterweight units(2) must be located at equal spacings whereverpossible unless this would conflict with streettrees,furniture,utilitypitsorothersiteconstraints(3)

Columnandfencebases

f) The bases of hoarding fences and columns,including vertical counterweights erected on granite stone paving, must be separated fromthe paving with 12 mm (min.) structural gradeplywood placed on one layer of a heavy duty waterproof membrane to prevent rust staining,allcutflushwith the fenceorcolumnbase.Seealso4.5.2inrelationtothesafeloadcapacityoffootways.

g) Where there are clearly demonstrated site specificconstructionneedsforahoarding tobesupported on concrete footings within a footway (see (o))and thehoardingwillbe inplace foralengthy duration (as determined by the City),considerationmaybegiventopermitthisformofhoarding(column)support(see4.5.2).



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Figure 51: A typical Type A hoarding withapaintedfinishusingthestandardcolour(see3.9.7).

Figure 52:Asite-fabricatedfullstructural‘TypeB’hoarding with an artwork installation on the fascia. Innovativedesigns (shapes) for fascias are permitted subject tocomplyingwithminimumheightcontrols(see3.9.5).

Figure 51

Figure 52

Clear pedestrian width

h) Where high pedestrian densities are present,such as at busy road intersections in the city centre,TypeBhoardings must span the full width of footways with columns set back from kerbrampsandthehoardingdeckandfasciasplayed.For some narrow roadways (including laneways)itmaybenecessarytospanthefullwidthofthecarriageway(see3.10andFigure59).

i) Where hoardings are required to be notchedaround street trees and other infrastructure, intermediate columns to support the notched sections (deck beams) are not permitted (tominimisepedestrianobstructions) - seeFigures119and120.

j) The clear span across the footway is to bemaximised.(4) Where the footway width will bereducedbyahoarding site fence encroachment or column placement and is located in a high pedestrian density area such as the city centre (refer toFigure1a)orotherareaasdeterminedbytheCitysuchas:

• in a shopping district;

• intensive commercial area; or

• atmajorpublictransportnodes,

a detailed assessment must be made of thelikelyimpactsonsafeandconvenientpedestrianmovement.Thismayrequirethesubmissionofapedestrianand/ortrafficmanagementassessmentreportpreparedbyasuitablyqualifiedpersontodetermine whether a site fence encroachment and/or reduced column spacing across thefootway is acceptable. In some cases suchas local needs and circumstances, a modulargantry-typehoardingwillnotbepermittedandafull structural hoardingsystemmayberequiredtomaximisethespanningdistanceoverthefootway (seealso3.9.3(a)).

k) Where the footway is wider than the standard width (typically about 3.6 metres in the city centre and other major roads) and it is notproposed,feasibleorrequiredbytheCity to span thefullwidth,theapplicantorperson conducting a business or undertakingshouldassessanyriskstopedestriansfromanyobjectsthatmayfallfromthe work area onto the unprotected area.(5) Insome localities itmay also be necessary to setthe hoarding backmore than 300mm from thekerb for site specific needs such asminimisingimpactsonbusstops(loadingandunloadingofpassengers)andbusmanoeuvring.Wherethisisnecessaryitmustbefullydetailedinthehoarding application.


Design Requirements

Footway infrastructure(signs/poles/parking ticket machines/trees)

Skirting board must be provided - 3.9.3(h)

1200 mm (min.)Clear width between the hoarding fence and any footway infrastructure.In busy high pedestrian densityareas the clear footway width must bemaximised

1000 mm (max.)Can be extended to 1200 mm (max.)in localised areas to accommodatestairways of scaffolding

Must not be fixed to the footway (unless specifically approved by City).

Timber trimmer or capping at the top of the site fence to provide a straight finish

to cover sheet plywood - 3.9.3(h) Bracing (where required)

Prope

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boun

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Protective 12 mm thick plywood sheets are permitted (where work is to be undertaken on granite paving) and must be installed on a durable plastic membrane - refer to the ‘note’ in 2.12.1

‘Type A’ hoarding site fence- frame must be durable and structurally sound; and- must be designed to withstand wind actions in the locality including highwind loads caused by surrounding high-rise buildings and where a building has been demolished

17 mm structural gradeplywood sheeting (1200 mm wide sheets). Painted orgraphics in accordancewith 3.9.6 and Table 1

Figure 53: Cross-sectionofaTypical'TypeA'hoarding(withoutcounterweightingorlateralbracingatthebase).



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Design Requirements

Figure 55: Where a Type B hoardingisrequiredtospanaroadwayspecialconsiderationmustbegiventothedesignincluding minimum clearance heights (4.5 metres) andheightlimitsignage(seeFigure55and58).

Figure 56: Clear column spacing of not less than 4 metres is required in the city centre (refer tomap at Figure 1a)howeverthiscanbevariedforspecialsite-specificneedsandconditionssuchasbuildingswithheritagesignificance(seeFigure57).

Figure 57: Considerationwillbegiventoallowreducedcolumn spacings in the city centre where there are special needs such as undertaking work on heritage-listedbuildingsthathavesignificantstreetawningsandthatcannotbealtered.

Figure 55 Figure 56

Figure 57

Where a setback greater than 300 mm isproposed or necessary, consideration must begiven to the potential impacts on pedestrians including:

• injury resulting fromwalking or stumbling intocolumns placed within the main pedestrian thoroughfare; and

• pedestrians walking close to the roadway betweenthekerbandthehoarding columns and the resulting potential for pedestrians to inadvertently step off the kerb and/or be hitby passing vehicles including impacts fromexternalvehiclesidemirrors,particularlybuses andtrucks.

Whereadark-colouredhoardingframe(columns)are required by 3.9.7 or are proposed, thecolumns must be painted with a 1 metre highwhite band commencing 500 mm above thefootwaysurfacetoclearlyidentifytheobstruction(see Figure 63(a)). This is particularly importantfor pedestrians with a vision impairment.

Where counterweights are incorporated with the columnthecornersmustalsobepaintedwithawhite1metrehighmarking.Insomecasesitmayalso be necessary to provide additional lighting(referto3.9.9).

l) Where a Type B hoarding spans over a roadway,a minimum clearance of 4.5 metres must beprovided(seeFigure58and60),measuredfromany point on the roadway surface vertically to the underside of all parts of the structure, excludingminorkneebracingsontheouterkerb-sideedges.



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Figure 58 (a) (top): Section detail of a ‘Type B’ hoarding erected over a roadway.Potentialimpactsonadjoiningpropertiesandonvehiclesincludingvehicleaccesstodrivewaysmustbeconsideredinthedesign.

Figure 58 (b) (bottom): Where the Citydeterminesthatahoardingdeckoveraroadway willhaveunacceptableimpactsonadjacentproperty/iessuchaslossofsunlightforoccupants,thedeckandfasciamustbesetbackfromtheadjacentbuilding/s.

Sheds

4.5

met

res

(min

.) -

3.9.

1(c)

FootwayRoadway

Footway

LightsLights

Lights

1200 mmMin.

1200 mm

Existing building

Min.

Site fence must be17mm ply sheet - 3.9.3.

Developmentsite

300 mm 300 mm

Balustrade1000 mm - 3.9.5

Site boundary

Fascia Must consider potential impacts on adjoining buildings including security, windows and access to sunlight (3.9.4(f)). In some cases the fascia and deck may need to be set back from the adjoining building.

(3.9.9)

The position of sheds on the deck must consider impacts on adjoining properties (3.9.1(f)) including fire-spread between the site and surrounding buildings (2.13.2)

Must be spaced at even internals and at locations where specific hazards exist -3.9.9.

Traffic/pedestrian barrier for excavations deeper than 1.5 m - 3.9.2.

Fire-spread & access for fire-fightingMust assess the risks of fire-spread between buildings and also access by Fire and Rescue NSW personnel - 2.13.2 & 2.13.3.

The impacts of hoardings on adjoining and surrounding buildings, including the location of columns and beams to doorways and windows, must be assessed.

Sheds

4.5

met

res

(min

.) -

3.9.

1(c)

FootwayRoadway

Footway

Lights Lights

1200 mmMin.

1200 mm

Existing building

Min.

Site fence must be17mm ply sheet - 3.9.3.

Developmentsite

300 mm 300 mm

Balustrade1000 mm - 3.9.5

Site boundary

Must be set back from the adjacent building to allow sunlight

to penetrate to the road and building entrances and windows

(3.9.4(f)).

The impacts of hoardings on adjoining and surrounding buildings, including the location of columns and beams to doorways and windows, must be assessed.

(3.9.9)

The position of sheds on the deck must consider impacts on adjoining properties (3.9.4(f)) including fire-spread between the site and surrounding buildings (2.13.2).

Must be spaced at even internals and at locations where specific hazards exist -3.9.9.

Traffic/pedestrian barrier for excavations deeper than 1.5 m - 3.9.2.

Fascia

Building entrance

Window/s

Open to the sky

Accessway


Design Requirements

m) Where support columns are required to beplaced more than 300 mm from the kerb due to specific site constraints or requirements, anacceptableprimaryaccessiblepathwaymuststillbemaintained.Forstandardwidthfootways a clearwidthofatleast2.0metresmustbeprovidedhowever this is subject to site specificapprovalbased on local pedestrian conditions andvolumes (see (j)). Variations to this requirementwillonlybeconsideredwherevalidreasonsforalesser width are provided.(6)

n) Where works require the installation of a Type Bhoarding adjoining a heritage item (building) orarchitecturallysignificantstreetawningtheCity will allow the installation of specially designed hoardings where beams are partially supported from thebuildingandspanacrossthefootway to the support columnsalongthekerb-line(seeFigure57).

Columns supported on footings

o) In special cases where theCity has agreed to consider the use of fixed column placement(footings)withina footway thefollowingmustbeprovidedwithanapplication:

i. detailed drawings of the footing system designed and certified by a practisingstructuralengineer(see2.7.1);

ii. a full survey to identify sub-surface utilityservices;

Figure 59: At busy road intersections that have high pedestrian densities special consideration must begiven to the design of a hoarding including the location ofsupportcolumnsandsite fencetomaximisequeuingspace and pedestrian amenity.

Figure 59

iii. the footing system must not interfere with any servicesandwherelocatedincloseproximitytoorwithinthezoneofinfluenceof services, the formal approval of theutilityowner must be obtained and evidence ofsuch approval provided; and

iv. an assessment and report prepared by an arborist on the extent of the rootsystem of street trees located nearby and confirming that therewill beno impact fromthe proposed footings. The design and report must be accepted by theCity’s Street Tree Contracts Coordinator.

Where approval is given, upon removal ofthe hoarding structure the footingsmust beremoved to a depth of at least 1.5 metresbelow the footway surface and the footway reinstated to the City’s specifications andsatisfaction.

Hoardingsovercycleways

p) The following provisions apply to Type B hoardings erectedovercycleways:

i. Whereacyclewayadjoinsadevelopmentsiteor workplaceanditisproposedtoestablishaworks zone, thehoardingmustbedesignedto accommodate the cycleway in addition to the needs of pedestrians. The duration of hoardingplacementoveracyclewaymustbeminimised to reduce adverse impacts on the cyclewayandbicycleriders.Thismayrequire:

• a Type B hoarding to be in place duringdemolitionofabuilding;

• removing the hoarding over the cycleway atcompletionofthedemolitionworksandduring in-ground works, install a Type Ahoarding on the footway; and



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• re-installing a Type B hoarding over the cycleway if overhead protection is necessary such as to undertake cranehoisting activity from a works zone.

Where a hoarding isproposedtobeerectedon a shared pedestrian/cycleway pathway,see3.7.2forfurtherdetailsandrequirements.

ii. A hoarding must span the full width of a cycleway including providing column setbacksofatleast300mmonbothsidesofthe cycleway. Where a footwayhassufficientwidth to allow the safe and convenient movement of pedestrians a greater setbackfromthecyclingkerbmayberequired.

The preferred location for column placement adjoiningacyclewaywithamedianseparatoristolocatecolumnsonthetrafficlanesideofthekerb(seeFigures49and66).Wherethereare constraints preventing this, theCity may considerpermittingcolumns tobeplacedonmedian separators and a reduced setbackfromtheedgeofthecyclewaybeingallowedifitconsidersthat:

• themedianseparatorfoundation/footingisadequatetosupportthebearingpressures/loads from the hoarding structure and any additional loads from site sheds and/orscaffolding; and

• the cycleway pathway line markings canbe adjusted to provide an acceptablebicycle-rider setback from columns (seeFigure67)andcolumnsareprovidedwithwhite bandings (see Figure 63(a) andtiger-tailingsonthestructureattheportalstoclearlyidentifythepotentialhazard.

Ifthisdesignsolutionissought,fullstructuraldetailsmustbeprovidedwiththeapplicationconfirming the structural adequacy of themedian kerb to support the hoarding (see 4.5.2). The approval of the City’s Cycleway Unitmustalsobeobtainedregardingbicyclerider safety.

Note: Referto(d)and(e)forcolumnspacingsalongthekerb.

iii. Where the preferred design option is proposed (columns on the roadway), trafficlanediversionswill require the endorsementof the City’sTrafficOperationsUnit(seeFigure68).Whereaworks zone application is made therequiredlanediversionsmustbeincludedin the application documentation.

iv. Bicycle rider/pedestrianwarningandcautionsignagecomplyingwith (Figure65)mustbeprovided at each end of a hoarding to provide sufficientnoticetobicycleridersthattheyareentering a construction area and to be alertand watch for pedestrians and site workerscrossing the cycleway.

v. Both sides of a cycleway must remain open and accessible (except at locations whereJerseykerbsare required toprotectsupportcolumns) to allow pedestrians to cross theadjoining roadway to reach the safety of the footway. Caution signage in accordance with (see Figure 69) must be provided to alertpedestrians that they are entering a cycleway andtowatchforbicycleriders.

vi. The person in control of the site must ensure that the area of the work activity includingtemporary structuresandworkactivity in thepublic place is carried out in accordance withtherequirementsoftheWorkHealthandSafety Act and Regulation. This must include instructing workers, contractors, and truckdrivers using the works zoneand/orenteringandleavingthesitetotakecareandwatchforbicycleriders.

vii. At truck access points to the site concertinacontrol gatesmust be installed at each sideof driveways and be appropriately mannedto prevent bicycle ridersmoving through thedriveway zone/s when vehicles are enteringand exiting the site. Traffic and pedestriancontrollersmustwearrequiredanddistinctiveuniforms or vests in accordance with the requirementsofRoadsandMaritimeServices.

viii. Control gates must be removed fromthe public spaces when not in use or be retainedinsituwherethedevicecanbefullysecured to prevent unauthorised use and also notobstructthefootway or cycleway.

ix. The cycleway beneath a hoarding must beprovidedwith lightingsystemscomplyingwith3.9.9.

x. Thesurfaceofthecyclewaymustbemaintainedinasafeconditionincludingbeingkeptclearofmaterial,debrisandlitteratalltimes.

xi. The hoarding deck over both the footway and cycleway must be impervious to fluidsincludingrainwater(3.9.4).

xii. Concrete pump-lines and ramps over linesarenotpermittedincycleways(seealso(z)).


Design Requirements

Figure 60:Minimumclearancetothesoffitofhoardings over roadways is 4.5metres to the underside of deck/beams.

Figure 61: For localities outside the city centre column spacings of 2.5 metres are permitted. The City may howeverrequireagreaterspacingforsitespecificneedsincluding hoardings adjoining cycleways (min. 4metrespacing).

Figure 62: The positioning of hoarding columns and braced bays near bus stops must be given specialconsideration including road surface camber and theneedtokeepcolumnsclearofbus-stoploading/unloadingareas and shelters.

Figure 60

Relocation of infrastructure

q) Where footway infrastructure such as parkingticketmachine,busshelter,bicyclerackandotherstreet furniture are required to be temporarilyremoved or relocated to accommodate a hoarding or to enhance safe pedestrian movement and amenity,aseparateapprovalmustbeobtained.Costsassociatedwith theremoval,storageandreinstatementofinfrastructuremustbebornebythe applicant.

Longitudinalbracing

r) Where longitudinal cross-bracing is requiredto provide structural stability to a hoarding the cross-bracingmust:

Figure 62Figure 61



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Figure 63(a) and Figure 63(b): Where approval is given topermitdark-colouredhoardingsthecolumnsmustbemarkedwithacontrastingcolour toassistpedestriansseeing the footwayobstructions.Hoardingportalsmayalsorequiredistinctivemarkings,particularlywhenadarkhoardingfinishisused.

Figure 64: The use of fixed columns on footingsplaced within a footway is generally not allowed. Where however there are clearly demonstrated site specificneeds for concrete footings, approval (througha roadopeningapplication)maybegiven,subjecttostringentrequirements for the design, installation, removal andsiterectificationatcompletionofaproject.


Figure 64

i. be located behind the site fence.Where this cannot be achieved oradditional bracing is required on the kerb side,bracingmustberestrictedtobaysthat are least likely to restrict pedestrian movement across a road such as in approved designated works zone;

ii. notbelocatednearpedestriancrossings,busstopzonesandroad intersections;

iii. wherepermittedalong thekerb,becoveredwithwater-resistantplywoodsheetingonbothsides to prevent pedestrian access through the open braced sections and to eliminateclimbingelements;and

iv. thesizeofallsecondarystructuralmembersbelowdecklevel(excludingcolumns)istobeminimised.

Otherrequirements

s) Access and egress from buildings (fire exitdoors), access to fire hydrants, sprinklerbooster connections and utility pits must notbe obstructed. If it is not possible to avoidplacing a hoarding site fence/scaffolding over minor utility pits the affected section of the hoarding fence must be designed to be easilyremovable and scaffolding must be installed toprovide safe and convenient access in the locality ofthepitforutilityservicepersonnel.Wheremajorservice pits are affected including electricity services pits and substations, the owner of theutility must be consulted and any requirementsfor access or conditions of installation imposed by the utility ownermust be submittedwith thehoardingapplication(see4.5.2).


Design Requirements

Figure 65: Where a person conducting a business or undertaking determines that a temporary overhead protectivestructureisrequired,hoardings erected over cycleways must satisfy special design and operational requirements includingcautionsignageanddistinctivemarkingsoncolumnsattheportals.

Figure 65

t) Where a hoarding is required to extend in frontof an adjoining building or across a roadway (laneway)and thereforeadjoinanotherbuilding,all potential impacts on the affected properties mustbeassessedandconsideredinthedesignincluding:

i. security issues;

ii. reduction of natural light to windows;

iii. fire-safety such as restricted access by Fireand Rescue NSW to hydrants and boosterconnections including impacts on the use of aerial fire-fighting and rescue appliances (see2.13.3);

iv. potentialforfire-spreadbetweenbuildingsviathe hoardingandsheds(see2.13.2);

v. access and egress to and from affected buildings;

vi. accessfordeliverytrucksandwastecollection vehicles; and

vii. obstruction to shop-fronts and building/businesssignage.

Applicants must also consult with affected property owners and authorities and address any concerns thatmayberaised.Detailsofthecontactsmadeandanyfeedbackreceivedfromaffectedpartiesmustbeprovidedwith theapplication. TheCity may also notify affected property owners and/or relevant government agencies in writing upon lodgmentofanapplicationtoseekfeedbackontheproposeddesign(see2.15).

Insomecasesitmaybenecessarytolocatesitesheds on hoarding decks away from adjoiningbuildingsand/orcut-backdecksfromwindowsofaffectedbuildings tomaintain access tonaturallight(seeFigures99and100)andtoaddressanypotentialfire-spreadissues.

u) Kerbstones and gutters must not be cut or damaged to accommodate or install a hoarding.Approvalfortheremovalofkerbstonesand/orpartofaguttersuchasfortemporaryvehiclecrossingsmust be obtained by completing andlodging a vehicle crossing(driveway)application.Thekerbguttermustbekeptclearofstructuresatall timesunlessotherwisespecificallyapproved.The gutter must also be kept clean and free ofdebris.

v) Pedestrian crossings and kerb ramps must bekept clear of obstructions and be maintainedin a safe and accessible condition at all times. This is particularly important for persons with mobility restrictions, wheelchair-users, mobilityscooters, strollers and delivery workers usingtrolleys. Hoardings should be splayed atintersections(seeFigure72)tominimisecolumnsnearkerbrampsandpedestrianqueuingspaces.



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Figure 66: A sectional detail of a Type B hoardingdesignforinstallationoveracycleway(SeealsoFigure67).

Fasc

ia (

3.9.

5)

Col

umn

spac

ings

al

ong

the

kerb

(min

. 4 m

) -

all a

reas

Mar

king

s at

ho

ardi

ng p

orta

ls(s

ee F

igur

e 65

)

Col

umn

spac

ings

alo

ng t

he fo

otw

ay

(min

. 4 m

) -

all a

reas

300

mm

(min

.)

300

mm

(min

.)Se

pera

ting

kerb

(w

idth

400

mm

)

‘Cau

tion’

sig

nage

(see

Fig

ure

65)

Pede

stri

an ‘C

autio

n’ s

igna

ge(s

ee F

igur

e 69

)

‘Cau

tion’

sig

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(see

Fig

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65)

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(see

Fig

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67 fo

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e de

sign

)

foot

way

Ligh

ting

abov

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clew

ay a

nd a

t po

rtal

s.(3

.9.9

)

Shed

s (3

.9.4

)


Design Requirements

Figure 67: Alternative Type B hoardingdesignforinstallationoveracyclewaywhere,duetolocalroadandtrafficconditions,itisnotpossibletocomplywiththestandarddesignin.

Fasc

ia (

3.9.

5)

Col

umn

spac

ings

al

ong

the

kerb

(min

. 4 m

) -

all a

reas

Mar

king

s at

ho

ardi

ng p

orta

ls(s

ee F

igur

e 65

)

Col

umn

spac

ings

alo

ng t

he fo

otw

ay

(min

. 4 m

) -

all a

reas

Fasc

ia s

etba

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300

mm

(m

in.)

300

mm

(min

.)

Sepe

ratin

g ke

rb

(wid

th 4

00 m

m)

‘Cau

tion’

sig

nage

(see

Fig

ure

65)

Pede

stri

an ‘C

autio

n’ s

igna

ge(s

ee F

igur

e 69

)

Bicy

cle

ride

r ‘C

autio

n’ s

igna

ge(s

ee F

igur

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)

foot

way

Ligh

ting

abov

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clew

ay a

nd a

t po

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s.(3

.9.9

)

Shed

s (3

.9.4

)

300

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hite

che

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s to

war

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sep

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Sign

age

at t

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(s

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belo

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Figure 68

Figure 69

Figure 68: Whereahoardingisproposedtobeerectedover a cycleway and a works zone is required on theroadway special consideration must be given to thehoarding’sdesignandtrafficmovement.Endorsementby the City’s Traffic Operations Unit for any requiredtrafficlanediversionsandworkszonewillberequired.

Figure 69: Cautionary signage for pedestrians must be installed at entry points to hoardings erected over cycleways.

x) The design of a temporary structure must accommodate all existing street trees andconsider other physical constraints of the site. Refer toElement 10 – ‘Street TreePreservation’(3.9.10)fordetailsregardingtreeprotectionandperformance bonds.

Concretepump-linesandscreening

y) Thefollowingprovisionsapply:

i. Where approval is sought to install a steel pipe concrete pump-line across a footway the line must be installed on the deck of aType B hoarding (where installed) so as notto disrupt the footway surface i.e. to ensure safeandconvenientpedestrianmovement.Inareas of low pedestrian movement approval maybegiven toallowapump-lineatgradewith a ramp over (see Figure 73 and 75).In very busy pedestrian areas ramps overpump-lines will generally not be permitted(except for in-ground works) and thereforea Type B hoarding must be provided overwhich a pump-line must be installed. In allcases however, when building constructionreaches the first floor level pump-linesmustberemovedfromthefootway and placed on thedeckofaTypeBhoarding, unless thereare clearly demonstrated reasons to allow the line(andramp)toremainatfootway level;

ii. Permanentlyfittedpump-linesandconnectionpoints (see Figure 76) will be permittedsubject toanapprovedworks zonebeing inplaceandtherebeingnoobstructiontotrafficand pedestrians;

iii. Pump-line couplings and junctions mustbe adequately shielded or sheathed toprevent concrete spraying onto the footway (pedestrians), cycleway and roadway in the eventofajunction/couplingfailure;

Trafficcontrolsignals

w) The line-of-sight to traffic control signals andsigns must not be obstructed. An assessmentof potential impacts on control signalsmust beundertaken and a hoarding design adjusted toaccommodatesignalsandsigns.Where,duetosite specific constraints or hoardingd e s i g n ,controlsignalsneedtoberelocatedorremountedon the hoarding tomaintain full visibility to road usersandpedestrians,theapplicantorhoarding contractormustconsultwiththeNSWRoadsandMaritime Services and obtain their approval torepositiontrafficsignalsandsignage.


Design Requirements

Figure 70

iv. Temporary pump-lines used on a daily basismustnotbeplacedacrossthefootway unless there are special constraints or construction needs of the site. Where applicants wish to place lines at footway level, specific details(and reasons) including the installation oframps (see (z)) to allowpedestrians to passsafetyandconvenientlyoverthepipemustbeprovided. An application for a pedestrian ramp on the footway must bemade and approvalobtainedbeforeinstallation;and

v. Pump-linesatgradewithrampsoverareonlypermitted on footways.Undernocircumstanceswilltheybepermittedincyclewaysduetothepotential falland injury risks tobicycle riders.Type B hoardings,orothersuitableapprovedtemporary structure,mustthereforebeprovidedintheareaofthepump-lineconnectionpointattheouterkerb-alignmentforlinestopassovera cycleway and footway to reach the site.

Figure 71

Figure 72 Figure 73

Figure 70: Fireservicessuchashydrantandsprinklerbooster connections and fire exits must not beobstructedbytemporary structures.

Figure 71: The deck of a Type B hoarding erectedabove a public road (see 3.9.4). All potential impactsincluding loss of natural light to surrounding properties andpotentialfire-spreadissuesmustbeconsideredandaddressedinthedesign(seeFigure100and2.13.2).

Figure 72: Hoardings placed at street intersections,particularlyinthecitycentre,canhaveadverseimpactsonsafeandconvenientpedestrianmovement.Hoardingcolumns must therefore be placed well clear of kerbramps.Inthemajorityofcaseshoardingswillalsoneedtobesplayedatcornerjunctions.

Figure 73: Where specific approval is given to installconcrete pump-lines across footways, durable metalpedestrian ramps complying with the minimum design criteriamustbeprovided(seeFigure75).



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Traffic and pedestrian control signals may need to be relocated to the hoarding if obstructed by the structure (subject to the approval of the Roads and Maritime Services) - 3.9.1(u).

Struc

tural

brac

ing no

t

perm

itted

in ba

ys

locate

d nea

r ped

estri

an

crossi

ngs

Structural bracing not

permitted in bays

located near pedestrian

crossings

Kerb ramp columns andcounterweights must be kept clear and not encroach on the edges of ramps

Minimise bracing on the kerb side of the hoarding.Bracings must be plywoodsheeted both sides - 3.9.1(r).

- 3.9.1(h).

(min.

)

Safety barrier (if required at a crane hoisting zone) - 3.9.2 and Figure 82.

Hoarding decks in the city centre and other commercial areas must be splayed - 3.9.1(h) and Figure 72.

CCTV cameras must be relocated if obstructed by hoardings - 2.9.2(I) and Figure 11.

Braced sections mustnot be located near bus stop zones.

Figure 74: AxonometricviewofthedesignofTypeBhoardingshowingcolumn/counterweightsandthelocationofkerb-sidebracingwhichmustbegiventhoroughconsideration,particularlyinthecitycentreandothermajorcentreswithhighpedestrian densities.


Design Requirements

1200

mm

(m

in.)

1200 (min.)

865 - 1000

Land

ing

1200

mm

(m

in.)

Ram

p le

ngth

det

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by m

ax. 1

:14

grad

ient

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ings

1200

mm

(m

in.)

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al k

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plat

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5 m

m-1

50 m

m h

igh)

on

both

sid

es s

ecur

ely

wel

ded

to

the

ram

p fr

ame.

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han

drai

ls t

hrou

gh 1

80 d

egre

es.

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drai

ls e

ach

side

- m

ust

be c

ircul

ar

(30-

50 m

m d

iam

eter

).

Gra

dien

t 1:

14 (

max

.) Su

rfac

e m

ust

be n

on-s

lip u

nyie

ldin

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lvan

ised

ste

el

ch

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rpla

te o

r ot

her

dura

ble

met

al

- 3.

9.1(

z).

Con

cret

epu

mp-

line

unde

r ra

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Min

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ELEV

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ceed

5 m

m &

the

edg

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ust

be r

ound

ed o

r be

velle

d -

3.9.

1(z)

.

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l con

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e pu

mp-

lines

with

in t

he p

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spa

ce m

ust

span

acr

oss

the

foot

way

ove

r th

e de

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f a T

ype

B ho

ardi

ng.

Line

s at

foot

way

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l will

onl

y be

per

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ex

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iona

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here

the

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(3.

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z)(v

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in t

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of s

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(fle

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here

with

in t

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spa

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the

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poin

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ust

be s

et b

ack

at le

ast

300

mm

from

the

ker

b ed

ge.

Ram

ps m

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be d

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to

max

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e th

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able

foot

way

w

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bet

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ns &

the

ho

ardi

ng fe

nce.

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nar

row

fo

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ays

the

min

imum

ram

p w

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is 1

200

mm

- 3

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.

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rdin

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lum

ns.

300

mm

Figure 75: Design details for pedestrian ramps over concrete pump-lines (see Figure 73).



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z) Where, due to site-specific needs, concretepump-linesareneedtocross footways at grade they be bridged by durable galvanised steelramps or other corrosion-resistantmetal havinga slip-resistant chequer-plate walkway surfaceand comply with the principal design provisions of AS1428.1 ‘Design for access and mobility –Generalrequirementsforaccess’andspecificallyasfollows,includingcompliancewith:

i. maximum ramp gradient shall be 1:14 andhavinganon-slipsurface;

ii. a minimum landing length of 1200 mm;

iii. theheightof the landingaboveapump-linemustbeminimised;

iv. handrails (865 mm to 1000 mm high) andkerbs(65mmto150mmhigh)inaccordancewithAS1428.1;

v. the rampsurface/footway interface must not exceed5mm;and

vi. therampwidthmustbemaximised.Inareasof high pedestrian density ramps must match the width of the footwaybetweenthesitefenceand hoarding columns of Type B hoardings (lesstherequiredhandrailandhand-graspingdimensions).

aa) Where screening of concrete intake hopperson pump appliances is required to protectpedestriansfromconcreteover-splash,thescreenmustbeofasuitablestandardandmeettheCity’s requirementsinrelationtovisualappearanceandbecapableofwithstandinglikelywindactionsinthelocalityinrelationtostability.

Notes:

1) A reduced height clearance may be allowed insome circumstances such as demolition sites wherethereisalowfirstfloor,anexistinglowstreetawning or footway with steep gradients. Proposal forheightslessthan2700mmwillgenerallynotbesupported.

2) RefertoElement2(3.9.2).

3) A reduced or irregular column span may beunavoidable in situations where the columnset-out must accommodate bus stops, utilitypits, existing building features, footpath light-wells tobasements,driveways, laneways,steep footway gradients and other features in the public place. Hoardingsmayalsoneed tobe stepped

Figure 76: Concrete pumping connection points and riser pipes attached to Type B hoardings are permitted where an approved works zoneisinplaceontheadjoiningroadway. Pipe couplingsmust be sheathed or coveredtoprotectthepublicplacefromconcretespillsresultingfrom pipe ruptures.

Figure 76

or notched to accommodate existing streettrees. The SafeWork NSW Code of Practice for Overhead Protective Structures also requires ahoarding with a minimum capacity to maintain the structuralintegrityofthedeckintheeventoftheremoval(knockout)ofanyonecolumn.

4) The City’s primary objective is to minimiseadverse impacts on safe pedestrian movement and amenity adjoining work sites. To meet thisaimitisgenerallyrequiredthatthesitefenceandcolumns of Type B hoardingsbemovedclosertoa site’s property alignment once the development has been constructed to first floor level or forother works such as shop-front alterations orrefurbishmentarecompleted.

5) WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011,Clause54 – ‘Management of risks of falling objects’.(Referto2.4.1).

6) Inbusyandhighpedestriandensityareasof thecitycentre,othermajorcommercialareas,majorroadintersectionsandcrossings,aminimumwidthof2.0metresmaynotbesufficientandthereforeareduced footway widthwillnotbeallowed.


Design Requirements

thebuildingstructure(newbuildingconstructiononly)wherethedesignofthebuildingcansafelyaccommodate the structural and overhead protectionrequirementsofthehoarding.

b) Where kerb-side counterweight units arenecessarytodealwiththeeffectsofwindactions,vehicle impact and other actions they must beisolated units in the city centre and other areas where the City deems it necessary, rather thancontinuoushorizontalcounterweightsorbarriersbetween columns. Counterweights must bedesigned as architectural elements that are appropriately and visually integrated within the hoarding design including well designed and integrated connections.

i. Counterweights are to have a high qualitysmoothfinishwith45degreebevelededgestominimisetheriskofpedestrian injury,andbepaintedthestandardcolour(see3.9.7);

ii. Counterweight connection systems to columnsmustbeofahighqualitystructuraldesign(2) with minimum protrusions (fixings)andpreferablybeconcealedor recessed tominimise sharp edges.

iii. Vertical counterweights are permitted to beplaced(supported)onfootways.Forhorizontalcounterweights they must be supported atleast 150mm above the footway or ground surface through the use of appropriately designed support systems (brackets) oncolumns (to prevent the accumulation of litter anddebrisaroundhorizontalcounterweightsand to allow for easy cleaningof footways).Timber blocks or other similar systems tosupport counterweights are not permitted.

3.9.2 Element 2 - Counterweights, column bases, traffic and pedestrian safety barriers (Type A and Type B Hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Minimise the physical encroachment on the footway andobstructionofpedestrians;

ii. Maintain the visual openness of the footway;

iii. Integrate high quality finish counterweightsand connections, columns, pedestrian andtrafficsafetybarrierswithinthedesignof thehoarding structure;

iv. Providerequiredstabilitytothestructure;

v. Affordadequateprotectiontoexcavationstoprevent falls from the public place; and

vi. Whereclearly identifiedsafetyneedsexistto protect pedestrians from crane hoisting activity from an approved works zone on the roadway,safetybarriersmustbedesignedtominimiseobstructionsalong thekerbandto maintain natural light penetration onto the footway beneathaTypeBhoarding.


Counterweights(general)

a) Structural stability and adequacy of hoardings includingstabilityunderwindactionsthatprevailor are expected in the locality particularly afterabuilding isdemolished (lossofwindshieldingto hoardings)(1), are to be achieved with theleast impact upon the width and openness of the footway.Considerationmustbegiven to thesuitability of potential alternatives to kerb-sidecounterweights, e.g. stabilised by fixing to theshoring system or bracing to the first floor of



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iv. Thetopsurfaceofhorizontalcounterweightsmust exceed 1200 mm above the footway/ground surface.

v. aminimumsetbackof300mmfromthekerbmust be maintained including to all verticalparts of the structure.

The following requirements apply to kerb-sideverticalcounterweights:

i. maximum dimensions of 1200 mm (lengthalong the footpath inclusive of columns and counterweights), 300 mm (width acrossfootpath), and height as required.(2) Incases where additional counterweighting is necessary to address wind loads on tall hoardingsandfascias,counterweightsupto1500mmlengthwillbeallowed;and

ii. where the tops of counterweights are located less than 2100 mm above the ground, theyare to be chamfered or sloped to avoid thecollection of dirt and litter;

c) Where it is not possible to install integratedvertical counterweights or where horizontalweightsareused,considerationmustbegiventothe impactsonkerb-sideparking includingsafeand convenient access for persons alighting from and entering vehicles. Safe pedestrian access to and from the footway and roadway interface must alsobeconsidered.Thisisparticularlyimportantinthecitycentreandotherbusycentres.

d) Horizontal placementmay be permitted outsidethecitycentresubjecttositespecificassessmentandapproval.Wherepermitted,counterweightingwillonlybepermittedineverysecondbay(min.)between columns to allow safe and convenientpedestrianaccessbetweenthekerb/roadway and the footway(seeFigure61).

e) Continuous counterweights may be usedadjacenttothesiteboundaryprovidedthattheyarescreenedfromthefootpathbythesitefence.

f) Counterweights for Type A hoardings(3) are typically of a formed concrete block or Jerseykerbconfigurationwithcast-inconnection/bracingpoints(seeFigure78).Alternativesmaybeallowedsuchastheuseofsandorsandbagsplacedwithindurable secured containers e.g. steel tubs ordrumsfittedwithsealablelidsandcapableofbeing securely fastened to the hoarding fence/frame(seeFigure79).

g) Columns must have levelling devices or be cut level with the footway. The height of levelling screws above soleplates must not exceed150 mm. Packing under soleplates to level thestructure will not be accepted unless otherwisespecificallyapproved toaddressspecialneeds.Soleplatesaretobe:

h) oftheleastpossiblethicknessanddimensionstoavoidtriphazardsandaretobealignedparallelwith the footway;

i) designed to ensure that all loads from the hoarding and site sheds are evenly distributedtoavoiddamagetothefootway(seealso3.9.4(i)and(j)regardingmaterialandequipmentstorageonhoardingdecks).

Figure 77: Fully integrated and appropriately detailed counterweight connections to columns and frame must beprovided.Forpedestriansafety,boltprotrusionsmustbe minimised (preferably recessed or countersunk).Horizontal counterweights must be supported fromcolumnswiththebottomedgelocatednotlessthan150mmabovethegroundsurface.

Figure 77


Design Requirements

Figure 78: Typical concrete block counterweight with lateralbracings.

Figure 79: Durable (metal)boxescontainingsandbagsfor counterweighting purposes can be used for Type Ahoardingssubjecttoappropriatelydesignedandsecureconnections being used and containers made fullysecurabletopreventunauthorisedremovalofsandbags.

Figure 80: Theuseofhardwoodtimbersoleboardsonunsealed ground surfaces to support columns must be assessed and approved by a practising engineer.Soleboardsmusttheperiodicallycheckedforcontinuedacceptable durability and stability throughtout theinstallation period. The use of multiple layers of plywood isnotpermitted.Afterremoval,thenaturestripmustbereinstated to a condition satisfactory to the City.

Figure 80

Columnbasesandsoleplates

j) Edgesofsoleplatesmayinsomecasesrequireacolour contrast with the footway surface to clearly distinguish the plate to enhance pedestrian safety.

k) Hardwood timber sole-boards are permittedwhere columns bear onto unsealed surfacessuch as grass nature strips (consideration must be given to timber durability where a hoardingis tobe installed fora lengthyduration).Timbersole-boards must be recessed into the groundand made level with the surrounding surface to eliminatetriphazards.

l) Footings, bolts, groundanchors or spikesmustnotbeinsertedintotheroadway, footway surfaces ornaturestrips,unlessspecificapprovalisgivenby the City including the relevant utility service authority where services are located in close proximitytothehoarding.(see(u)and(v)).

Barriersprotectingexcavations

m) Whereasite isexcavatedand incloseproximityto the property alignment with a public place,theperson conducting a business or undertaking must consider fall risks to thepublic.(4) Refer to 4.2 for detailsrelatingtotheprotectionofexcavationsandsafetybarriers.

Any required pedestrian (crowd) and trafficbarriersshouldbeincorporatedintothehoarding structure.Freestandingbarrierssuchasconcretebarriers provided between the site fence andthe edge of the excavation can also be used.Whereabarrierisrequireditmustbeofconcreteor steel, designed to AS1170.1 and to anyrequired pedestrian and traffic-risk assessmentrecommendations including the requirementsof Safe Work Australia’s Code of Practice forExcavationWork.(4)

Figure 78

Figure 79



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Jersey kerb(see also 4.2

re excavations)

Kerb

17mm 1200 mm wide structural plywood sheets3.9.3(j)

Timber trimmingboard 3.9.3(h)

Traffic/pedestrian barrier - 3.9.2

Property Boundary

Must be set back at least 300 mm where there is no kerbside parking.Where kerbside parking is located along the frontage, the setback should be at least 600 mm to allow safe and convenient access to and from vehicles (see 3.9.2). If variation is required due to site circumstances (e.g. reduced footway width) this will be considered as part of the application.

Excavation greater than 1.5 metres (see 4.2)Setback

2000

mm

(min

.) - 3

.9.3

.

Site fence must be designed and certified by a practising structural engineer - Section 04.

Bracing to engineer’s design(diagram indicative only)

See 4.2(d) regarding ground stability

Figure 81: Section detail of a ‘Type A’ hoardingintegratedwithatrafficbarrier.Thisdesignisonlypermittedwherethereisa narrow footwayorlanewaywherevehicularaccessandturningintogarages/drivewaysoppositemustbemaintained(thepreferred design is for site fences to commence at the surface of the footwayasshowninFigure26).


Design Requirements

Barriersathoistingzones

n) The use of full height safety barriers or screensat hoisting areas(6) adjoining an approved works zone is not allowed as they enclose the footway and conflict with several key objectives of theGuidelines including maintaining convenient and safe unencumbered movement of pedestrians toandfromthekerbwhencrossingaroadway.

Where however there are clearly demonstrated construction and pedestrian safety needs adjoining hoisting areas particularly wherehigh-bay hoardings are used, barriers in theupper section of a hoarding (Figure82)maybeallowed. The necessity for such barriers mustbe clearly demonstrated and details included inthe application to install a hoarding which will be considered as part of the hoarding assessment process.

Figure 82

o) Wherehighlevelbarriersareallowedtheymust:

i. beofsolidorboxsectiongalvanisedverticalpickets having dimensions not exceeding50mm square; fixed to achieve an openspace of at least 100 mm between picketsand securely fastened to the hoarding frame;

ii. besetbackatleast300mmfromthekerb;

iii. commencenotlessthan2500mmabovethesurfacedirectlybeneath;

iv. notextendmorethanone(1)semi-trailertraylength within the approved works zone; and

v. not cover the hoarding fascia.

Notes:

1) The impacts of wind actions on hoardings is particularlycriticalforworksitesinthevicinityoflarge open spaces such as the harbour, largereserves/parks and squares. The certifyingstructural engineer must consider this aspect in the design of temporary structures.

2) Counterweights, particularly verticallyproportioned counterweights, must haveconnections to columns that are designed to withstand dislodgment resulting from vehicle impacts.

3) RefertoElement3(3.9.3).

4) WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011(Clause78)andSafeWorkAustraliaCodeofPractice–ExcavationWork.

5) WorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011(Clause305)andSafeWorkAustralia-CodeofPractice-ConstructionWork.

6) Anapprovalunders68of theLocalGovernmentAct1993and theRoadsAct1993 is required toundertake hoisting activity over a public road in additiontoobtaininganapprovalforaworks zone.

Figure 82: WherepermittedbytheCity safety screens at cranehoistingzonesmustsatisfyminimumdesigncriteriato maintain acceptable pedestrian amenity includingmaintaining pedestrian access along the kerb. This isparticularly important when the works zone is in operation.



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3.9.3 Element 3 - Site fence (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Minimise the impact of hoardings on safe pedestrian movement and amenity;

ii. Fencesheeting,framingrailsandbattensarestructurallyadequateforthetypeofworktobeundertakenincludingthelikelywindactionsinthe locality, be well constructed and finished(plumbandtrue)andhaveasmoothandevensurface includingwherenecessary,asurfacethat can accommodate graphics;

iii. Materials must be sturdy, durable and alloweasy maintenance for repainting and cleaning purposesandbekeptcleanandtidy;

iv. Effectively screen and secure thework areafrom the public place; and

v. Provide pedestrians with a view of site excavation works through the provision ofviewing windows.


Encroachments

a) Where there are reasonable and fully justifiablesiteconstructionneeds,thesitefencemayintrudeuponthefootpathbyupto1000mmsubject toconsideration of local conditions including the availability of adequate clear pathway width,pedestrian density and duration of installation.

b) Intrusionsonfootwaysexceeding1000mmotherthan localised intrusions for stairways (see (i)below), will only be considered in exceptionalcircumstances. Intrusions exceeding 1000 mmfor constructionpurposesmustbe fully justified

in an application and must include details of how acceptable pedestrian safety, movement andamenity will be maintained past the work area.This is particularly important in high pedestrian density areas of the city centre and other busycommercialareas.Thefollowingalsoapplies:

i. Intrusionsup to1200mmwillgenerallyonlybepermittedinlocalisedcircumstancese.g.stair access to scaffolding in cases where accesscannotbeaccommodated:

• withinthepermissible1000mmintrusion;or

• from within the property; or

• where original glazed pavement lights(providing illumination to basements) areinstalled in the footway; or

• forspecialconstructionorworkneeds.

Approvalwillonlybegivenwheretherewillbeno adverse impact on safe and convenient pedestrianmovement(seealso(ii)below).

Note: In cases where approval is grantedfor a site fence encroachment greater than 1200 mm and where the enclosed space is approved for use as a work or material/equipmentcompound,afootwayoccupationfeebasedonasquaremetreratewillapply.


Design Requirements

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Figure 83: Plan view of a 'Type A' hoardingwithscaffoldingbehindthesitefence.Encroachmentsmustbeminimisedandaclearpedestrianwidthof1200mmmustalsobeprovided.



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Figure 84(a) and Figure 84(b): Hoarding fences must be designed tomaintain clear pathways at kerb rampsandaroundstreettrees(seealsoFigure85).

Figure 85: Where hoardings are erected on narrow footwaysitmaybenecessarytoindenthoardingfencesand scaffolding (using ladder beams) to provide clearminimum widths around infrastructure (signage stems,parkingticketmachines,lightpolesetc.)andstreettrees.Aclearheightof2.4mmustbeprovidedintherecessedsections.

Figure 84(b)

Figure 85

Figure 84(a)

ii. In areas with high pedestrian volumesparticularly in the city centre, the site fencemustbelocatedascloseaspossibletothesiteboundary alignment.Once thedevelopmenthas reached a stage where the fence intrusion is no longer required the fence must berelocated to the building alignment or otheragreed position. For Type B hoardings this may berequiredwhenthedevelopmenthasbeenconstructed to first floor level unless thereare clearly demonstrated site or construction needstorequiretheencroachmentforthefullduration of the development.

Note: It is unlikely that approvalwill be granted forsignificantencroachmentsforthefulldurationofthedevelopment in areas of high pedestrian traffic, atbusyintersections,and/orwherethefootway width is particularly narrow; and


Design Requirements

iii. Full and detailed consideration must begiven to the design of a hoarding to allow for itseasy relocationand/ormodification tosatisfy(ii)above.Thismustbedetailedintheapplication.

c) Where a Type A hoarding fence is proposed on a narrow footway anditisnotpossibletoprovideaType B hoarding tokeep the footway fullyopen,the City will expect the method of work and/or hoarding tobedesigned tominimise thesitefence encroachment.

Where scaffolding is proposed and it is not possibletoreducetheencroachmenttomaintaina clear minimum footway width (generally 1200mm in lowpedestrian volumeareas) pasttrees, posts, parking ticketmachines and other footway infrastructure, the site fence may needto be adjusted or recessed such as betweenscaffolding standards in the locality of the footway obstruction(seeFigure85).

Figure 86: Temporarytrafficbarriersarerequiredwherea temporary structure is located within 300 mm of the kerb.Thisdesignwillonlybepermittedwhere thereareno impacts on turning and manoeuvering pathways at vehicle crossings and entrances to properties/garages.Applicants will need to verify vehicle turning paths using the templates in AS 2890.1. Where acceptable vehiclemanoeuveringcannotbeachievedscaffoldingmayneedtobecantileveredfromthebuildingabovearoad.

Figure 87: Access to parking ticketmachinesmust bemaintainedandappropriatesignagefixedtothehoarding to indicate the location of the machine.

Figure 86

Figure 87

Temporary closure of footways

d) In cases where the work or scaffolding cannot be modified to limit the site fenceencroachment or the footway is very narrow,approvalmaybegiventoallowthefootway to be temporarily closed (see also 3.10.1). This design solution is however not preferred. In considering such proposals the following factors will be considered to ensure safe andconvenient pedestrian movement is not compromised:

i. the locality, numberand typeofpedestrians(children,personswithrestrictedmobilityandtheelderly)thatarelikelytousethefootway;

ii. the width and appropriateness of the roadway to safelyaccommodateanalternativebarricadedpedestrian pathway (a minimum width of 1200mmorawidththatmatchestheexistingfootway). Thiswillneedtobeconsideredbythe City’s TrafficOperationsUnit;



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iii. whether there is a satisfactory alternative footway on the opposite side of the roadway and appropriate safety measures can beincorporated to ensure the safe crossing of pedestrians (pedestrian management systems);and

iv. thetypeofcarriageway(one-wayortwo-waytrafficmovement)andthetypeandvolumeofvehicle usage in the street.

e) Where the City is satisfied that pedestriansafety and convenience can be adequatelyaccommodated through the temporary closure of a footway and use of alternative pathways,approval may be given to allow a temporary structure to take-up the full width of a footway. Figure88showsatypicalacceptablealternativepedestrianpathwayarrangementpastaworksite.

f) Where approval is sought to temporarily close a footway and a hoarding fence istobe locatedalongthekerb-linethefollowingmattersmustbeaddressed in the design and preparation of an application and will apply in the assessment of theproposal:

i. the potential impacts on kerb-side parkingincluding access restrictions caused to persons to easily and safety enter and alight vehicles;

ii. thepotentialneedtotemporarilyremoveon-street kerb-side parking adjoining the site/hoardingandimpactsoflossofstreetparking;

iii. the need to place barriers such as Jerseykerbs in the kerb gutter to prevent vehicleimpacts on the site fence;

Figure 88(a) and Figure 88(b): Whereitisnotfeasibleor possible to keep a footway open, particularly wherenarrow footways are affected, temporary pedestrianpathways and kerb ramps may be used where theroadwayhassufficientwidthtosafelyaccommodatetheencroachment(temporarypathway).Thisdesignsolutionmust be endorsed by the City’s Traffic Operations Unit(seealso3.10.1)


iv. where the City agrees to the temporary removal of kerb-side parking, a letter-drop in thelocalitymustbeundertakenbytheapplicantto notify the community of the temporary loss of parking and the duration of the project.Letter-droprequirementsincludingtheextentofnotificationwillbeaspecifiedasaconditionof approval;

v. where metered street parking spaces areaffectedpaymentfortheusageofthespace/swill be required according to the City’s Schedule of Fees and Charges; and

vi. whereaparkingticketmachineisaffectedbyahoarding,fullaccessmustbemaintainedandappropriate signage installed on the hoarding fence indicating the machine location. Where the hoarding obstructs illumination of themachine from thestreet lightingsystem, thealcovemustbeprovidedwithavandal-prooflightingfixturepoweredfromthesite.


Design Requirements

Existing awning

1000 mm max.

Sheet plywood to protect the footway surface. Where work is to be undertaken on granite paving 12 mm thick plywood sheeting must be provided and placed on a durable plastic membrane - 2.12.1

Skirting board - 3.9.3

- 17 mm structural grade plywood sheeting com-plying with 3.9.3; andgraphics in accordance with 3.4

Shopfront

Fixing to underside of street awning is permitted subject to adequate stability of the awning - to be checked and certified by a practising structural engineer or alternatively fixed & braced back to the building - 3.9.3

Site Fence

Figure 89: Section detail of a Type A hoardingforsitespecificneedssuchasdustand/ornoisecontrol,sitefencesarepermittedtoextendtotheundersideofstreetawnings.

Figure 90: A typical Type A hoarding without graphics. Thetopandbottomofthefencemustbecappedandtrimmedandpaintedinaccordancewiththestandardcolours(3.9.7).

Figure 90



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Figure 91: Exampleofatypicaltemporarypedestrianpathwaypastaworksitereferalsoto3.10.1andFigure88).


Design Requirements

Figure 92: For problematic sites that are regularlyimpactedbybillposterattachmentmeshingofsitefenceswillbepermittedsubjecttomeetingminimumprescribedstandardsandobtainingtheapprovaloftheCity.

Figure 93: Where possible, hoarding fences and scaffolding must be designed to avoid obstruction ofutilityservicepits.Pitlocationsmustbeaccuratelyshownon drawings lodged with a hoardingapplication(see2.9).

Figure 94: Site fence fixingsmust be screw fasteners(countersunkorflush-finished).

Figure 95:Servicescabinetsinhoardingfencesmustbeappropriatelylabelled.

Figure 92 Figure 93

Figure 94

Site fence

g) For Type B hoardingsthesitefencemustextendto theundersideof thedeck.Fencesof TypeAhoardings must have a minimum height of 2 metres. Where there are construction or security needsTypeAfencescanbehigherthan2metresandmayextendtotheundersideofstreetawnings(refertoFigure89).

h) The site fence must be finished neatly top andbottom.The topedgeofTypeAhoardings must becappedorfinishedwithatrimmingboardandskirtingboardsatthebase(refertoFigure26).Thetrimming boards and capping must be not lessthan90mmandpaintedthesamecolourasthefence or an alternative approved contrasting colour (seeFigure90).

i) Where hoardingsaffectoccupiedbuildings,safeaccesstobuildingentrancesmustbemaintained.Alcovesthatmaybeformedshouldbeminimisedto ensure the safety of pedestrians (from personssecludingthemselvesfromview).Wherenecessary,alcovesmayneedtobeprovidedwithlighting at night.

j) The site fence must comply with (g) and (h)including minimum fence thickness (17 mm). For some Type A hoardingsafencethicknessof 12 mm using water-resistant plywood sheetingmay be permitted particularly for securing thebase of scaffolding (see also 3.9.8 - accessgates).This ishoweversubject to theperson incontrol of the sitebeing satisfied that the fencethickness will provide adequate protection tothe public for the work being undertaken i.e.adequate to prevent projectiles penetrating thefenceandsatisfyinganyapplicablework,healthand safety codes of practice. Fences must also bewellconstructed,plumb,smoothandplywoodsheetsflush(butt)finished.

Figure 95



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k) Viewing windows for in-ground works (see (p))must be removed or blanked off with plywoodonce the development is constructed to ground level and painted or finished to match the sitefence.

l) The toe of a site fence (excluding any requiredskirting boards) must not protrude onto thefootway to ensure the fence does not create a trip hazardforpedestrians.

m) Exceptwheregraphicsor imagesareused(see3.4.3), the site fence, including any vehicularand personnel access doors,must be painted/finished in accordance with the Guidelines(1) andbemaintained inatidyandcleanconditionthroughout the full duration the hoarding is in place.

n) Site fencing must be constructed of soliddurable material e.g.: 17 mm thick structuralplywood complying with AS/NZS 2269-2012 ofapproximately 1200mmwide sheets which arebutt-jointed (notoverlapped). The fenceof TypeB hoardings must cover all structural elements (framing and support columns on the site-side) and the surfacemust be smooth finishedand capable of accommodating graphics.(2) Complyingknee-bracingatdecklevelispermittedto project through the site fence however thepreferredfinish is tohaveallstructuralelementsfully covered. Forminor works 12mmplywoodmaybeacceptable(see(j)).

For Type B hoardings where 3 metre high fences are required, some minor overlappingof horizontallyplacedply-sheetswill beallowedsubjecttoneat,tidyandsecureconnectionsandfixingscomplyingwith(Figure94and(o))beingused and subject to graphics being capable ofbeingneatlyattachedandfinishedtothefence.

o) Site fence plywood sheeting (including access openings or gates)must be securely fixed to astructurally sound and adequate frame usingappropriatelysizedfasteners.Fastenerssuitablefor the site work being undertaken and thelikelywindactions in the localitymust beused.Fasteners must also not protrude past the fence surface i.e. be finished flush or countersunk(Figure94)topreventinjurytopassingpedestrians and/or damage to clothing caused by potentialsnagging points.

Viewingwindowsinsitefences(excavations)

p) Where work involves excavation and in-groundworks, at least one viewing window must beprovided per frontage to allow the public toviewworksandconstructionuptogroundlevel.For long frontageswindowsmustbe locatedatspacingsofapproximately20metres.Theviewingwindowsmustbe500mmsquarewiththebottomedgelocatedapproximately1000mmabovethe footway surface.

q) Windows must be of a clear durable materialsuchasPerspexhavingaminimumthicknessof12mm, trimmedat the site fence interfaceandmaintained to provide good site visibility andsafety.Whereahoarding:

-adjoinsanarrowfootway; or

-encroachesontoabusyfootway; or

-islocatedonaroadway;or

-impactsonconvenientpedestrianmovement,

the City may dispense with the requirement forwindows to prevent excessive obstruction of thefootway or prevent viewing from a roadway.

Bill poster control

r) Incircumstanceswherebillpostersarerepeatedlyattached to hoardings the City may require theinstallation of steel grid mesh on the fence (see Figure92) topreventposterattachment.Wheremeshing is allowed or required the followingprovisionsapply:

i. themeshmustbegalvanised;

ii. the wire aperture must be not less than 25mmsquareandhaveawirediameterof3-4mm; and

iii. themeshmust be securely fixed to the sitefenceusingplated‘U’nailsordurablestaplesandtheperimetertrimmedneatlywithrebatedbattensto fullycover thewireend-edgesforpedestrian safety.

Note: Meshing is not the preferred treatment to manage bill poster attachment (see 2.11.2). For problematicsiteswhere ithasbeenclearlydemonstratedby thebuilderthatrepeatedposterremovalandre-paintinghasfailedtocontrolposterattachmentorthebuilderfails to control posters, meshing will be allowed orrequired.


Design Requirements

Access doors and gates

s) Access doors and gates in site fences must comply with 3.9.8 and be installed to swinginwards only or slide internally parallel to the hoarding fence.(3)

t) The use of roller-doors at access openings(see Figure 109) are generally not preferredhowever where permitted, must be of asatisfactory standard and durability includingmaintenance (easy on-going cleaning andwhere necessary, re-painting) and satisfy any work-safetyrequirementsandcodesofpractice.

Utilityservices(pitsandhatches)andmetering

u) Utility service pits and hatches must not beobstructed. Where a hoarding fence cannot be positioned to avoid pits the fence must beconstructed to allow access or panels designed to allow easy removal and access to pits. Signage may also be required. Utility service providersmustbeconsultedandapprovalgrantedinthesecircumstances.

v) Where utility service pits are located behind asitefenceorobstructedinanywaytheapprovalof utility ownermust consent to the obstructionand which may require appropriate signagebeingdisplayedon the fence to indicate thepitlocation/sandtypeofutilityservice.

w) Electricitymeteringequipmentandswitchboardsshould, where possible, be located within thesite.Wherethe localelectricitysupplier/authorityrequirestheinstallationofmeteringequipmentatthesiteboundary(withinthesitefence),themetercabinetmust:

i. be recessed within the site fence to ensurethatthecloseddoorsdonotprojectpastthefence surface;

ii. have frames and latches/locks that do notprotrude forward of the fence surface;

iii. have signage affixed to cabinet doorsindicating the type of utility service;

iv. cabinets must be kept locked at all timesexcept when being accessed by authorisedpersonnel; and

v. comply fully with any requirements ofapplicableAustralianStandardsandthelocalelectricity supply authority.

Notes:

1) RefertoElement7–‘Colours’;

2) Refer toElement6- ‘GraphicsandInformation’,for details of graphic information and panels for site fences.

3) It isanoffence toallowagateordoor toopenover a road(Clause21,RoadsRegulation2008).



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3.9.4 Element 4 - Hoarding deck and overhead protection (Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Allow the person conducting a business or undertakingtoprovideanoverheadbarriertoprotect the public placefromobjectsthatmay fall from a workplace;

ii. Safely contain items on the deck (wherespecificallypermittedbytheCity);

iii. Protect pedestrians from rainwater and other liquidsthatfallontothedeck;

iv. Collect and drain water from the deck in acontrolled and appropriate manner to prevent nuisances;

v. Provideacleanlydetailedandfinishedsoffit(supportbeamspermitted);

vi. Ensure that decks do not cause excessiveloss of sunlight towindows of neighbouringbuildingswherehoardings span roadways; and

vii. Where required, allow the placement ofapprovedconstructionsitesheds,scaffolding and construction hoisting equipment e.g.:mast-climbing devices, swinging stagesand hoists, where specifically approved forinstallationondecks.


General

a) The underside of a deck is to be painted inaccordancewithElement7-‘Colours’-3.9.7

b) Fully lined deck soffits (see Figure 98) arepermitted and encouraged particularly in the high density city centre where a hoarding is proposed to be in place for a lengthy duration. The City reservestherighttorequirefullylinedsoffitsonasitespecificbasis.

c) The deck must be impervious to liquids anddesigned to collect and drain rainwater via a drainage system discharging to the site (behindthe site fence) or road gutter (a minimum 2 per centgradientmustbeprovided).Rainwater is tobe collected and disposed of without impactingon pedestrians. Hoardings must be checkedperiodically to ensure that the deck remainsimpervious to liquids including, importantly,rainwater.

d) Where hoardings are installed on sloping footways and the deck is stepped with the gradient ofthe roadway or footway the vertical openings at hoarding segment junctions must be sealed toprovidean imperviousdecksurface (seeFigure97).

e) Wheredecksaretrafficablesuchasforaccessingsite sheds, balustrades must be provided onstairways and openings to prevent falls.

Decksspanningroads(laneways)

f) Where a hoarding spans across a roadway and impactsonneighbouringbuildingstheapplicantmustconsiderthepotentialimpactsonadjoiningproperties such as loss of sunlight towindows,security issues and the position of site sheds (noise from workers and loss of sunlight towindows). To minimise impacts the City may require part of a hoarding deck to be cut backand the fascia positioned away from windows toadistanceasnominatedby theCity to allow solar access to affected buildings (see Figures99 & 100). Aspects relating to fire-spread via hoardings andaccessby fire-fightingpersonnelmustbeaddressed(see2.13.2and2.13.3).

Superimposed loads

g) Superimposed loads including sheds and scaffolding are not permitted on hoardings unlessshownonthecertifiedstructuraldrawingsaccompanying the application forming part of an approval.Referto2.2.4formaximum loadingrequirements.


Design Requirements

Useofdecksforstorageorworkplatforms

h) The primary aim of a hoarding deck is toform a barrier to objects that may fall fromwork area and thereby prevent objects hitting the public place. Decks generally musttherefore not to be used as a work platform including the placement of material, equipmentandhoistsunlesstherearefullyjustifiedreasonsfor doing so (and specifically approved by theCity (see (i)). Decks may however be used toaccommodate site sheds and scaffolding,subjectto the approval of the hoarding design engineer and the City.

i) Where the Citydeterminesthattherearesufficientgrounds to allow a deck to be used as aworkplatform and/or for material/equipment storage,a site operation and management plan must belodgedwithahoarding application. The plan must provide details of the type/s of activityto be undertaken on the deck including theproposedloadsandbeassessedbytheengineerresponsibleforthedesignofthehoardingto:

i. determine the adequacy of the hoarding and footway/roadway to carry the proposedloads and activity without causing damage to City-owned infrastructure and servicesinfrastructure(see2.2.4);

ii. consider the type/s of material, equipmentand work including the type of movementto, from and on the deck and recommendany required control measures to address identifiedrisks;

Figure 96: Sheds on hoardingdecksmaybepermittediftheyarefullyscreenedfromthepublicplace.Shedsmustbeshownclearlyonstructurallycertifieddrawingslodgedwith a hoarding application.

Figure 97: Hoardings onslopingsites thatneed tobestepped with the gradient of the footway must have the vertical openings infilled using 17mm thick structuralplywood.The infillpanelsmustbepainted tomatch thewhitedecksoffit(see3.9.7).

Figure 98: Fully lined hoardingsoffitsarepermittedandencouraged particularly in the high pedestrian density shopping and commercial districts of the city centre. This isparticularlyimportantwhereahoardingwillbeinplacefor a lengthy period.

Figure 99: Type B hoardings spanning roadwaysmaybepermittedwherealternativesarenot viableand impactsonneighbouringbuildingsincludinglossofsunlightandimpactsonventilationareacceptable.Riskssuchasfire-spreadmustalsobeassessed(see2.13.2and2.13.3).

Figure 100: A Type B hoarding showing a section of opendeck(locatedawayfromtheworkarea)tomaintainsolaraccesstothebuildingopposite.Proponentsshouldconsult with affected property owners as part of the hoarding design process. The placement of sheds on decks in these circumstances is discouraged. TheCity will, where necessary or appropriate, inform affectedparties in writing where a hoarding os proposed to span a roadway(see2.15).

Figure 101: Suspendedscaffolds(swingingstages)andother hoisting equipment such as mast-climbing workplatforms requireapproval under theLocalGovernmentActandRoadsActwhenhoistingoverapublicroad.

Approval to park swinging stages on a hoarding deckmay be given subject to the hoarding design engineer certifying that the structure is capable of carrying allimposedloadsandactions.Thisincludesnotexceedingthe superimposed load requirements of the SafeWorkNSWCodeofPracticeforOverheadProtectiveStructures.

Where permitted, parked equipment must be fullyscreened from the public placeusingafascia(see3.9.5).

iii. clearlyspecifyonthedrawingstheextentandlocationthatmaterialandequipmentcanbeplaced on the hoardingdeck;

iv. determine whether operational procedures and conditions of use including any control measures and SafeWork NSW requirements,arerequiredtobefollowedinadditiontothesite management plan; and

v. certify the design of the hoarding against the proposed(andapproved)usageplan.

j) The person in the control of the workplace (typically the builder or principal contractor)must manage the placement and movement of material,equipmentandworktoensurethattheon-goingstructuralcapabilityandstabilityofthehoarding is fully maintained and that compliance with any operational conditions specified bythedesignengineerand requiredaspartof thehoarding approval are complied with at all times.

Whereapprovalisgivenallmaterialandequipmentmust be screened from the public place (see 3.9.5).

k) Fuel tanks for site cranes and other equipmentincluding temporary electricity generators and compressors must not be placed on hoardingdecks.



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Figure 98

Figure 99

Figure 101Figure 100

Figure 96 Figure 97

Figure 98


Design Requirements

Figure 116

3.9.5 Element 5 - Fascia (Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Screen construction sheds from the public place to minimise adverse visual impacts;

ii. Contain objects that may fall from aworkplace onto a deck and minimise the risk of falling objects ricocheting from ahoardingdeck;

iii. Provide a barrier to prevent workers fallingfromadeckintothesiteorpublic place;

iv. Screen beams and knee-bracings of fullsite-assembled structural hoardings andsupplementarybeamsassociatedwithgantrymodules; and

v. Provide a smooth and even surface to allow thedisplayofpublicart,graphicsandinformationaboutthedevelopment.


a) Afasciamustbeprovidedtofullyscreenapprovedsite sheds placed on hoardingdecksandextendto at least the top of sheds. Where special and specific approval is given to allow equipmentandmaterialtobeplacedondecks(see3.9.4(i)the fasciamust fully screen the equipment andmaterial, bases of construction hoists andsuspended scaffolds (swinging stages) parkedon a hoardingdeck.

b) The fascia of site-fabricated and assembledstructural hoardingsmustextend below thehoarding deck to fully cover the deck structure,beamsandknee-bracing.Wheresupplementarystructural beams are used on gantry hoardingsthefasciamustfullycoverthebeamsandextendalong the full length of the hoarding in a consistent straighthorizontalline.

c) ‘Halffascia’panelsmustbeprovidedinlocationswheresiteshedsarenotplacedonthedeck.Thepanelsare toextendaminimumheightof1000mmabovethedeckfloorandforsite-fabricatedand assembled hoardings including gantry hoardings where supplementary beams areused,fullycoverthedeckstructureasrequiredby(b)andbesecurelyfixedtothestructuralframeofthe hoarding.

d) The fascia must be constructed from durableimpervious material such as structural plywood orsheetsteelthatiscapableofaccommodatinggraphicsandpublicart.(1) Other material may bepermittedwhereitcanbeclearlydemonstratedthat it meets the objectives, can effectivelyaccommodate graphics and comply with any applicable provisions of work-safety codes ofpractice.

e) Fascia panels must be butt-joined neatly withminimalopenings/gaps.

f) Fascias and associated bracings must bedesigned to withstand all likely imposed loadsincluding wind actions in the locality. This is particularly critical where hoardings are located in expansiveopenareassuchas:

• nearparks,reservesandsquares;

• harbourlocations;

• vacant sites;

• sites onwhich buildings are proposed to bedemolished(lossofwind-shielding);and

• where concentrated wind forces (including wind-funnelling caused by large buildings inthe locality) are likely e.g.: in the city centreand other areas with surrounding multi-levelbuildings.



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Figure 102

Figure 103

Figure 102: Where full ‘structural’ Type B hoardings areinstalledallstructuralelementsincludingbeamsandknee-bracingsonthekerb-sidemustbefullycoveredbythe fascia (both half and full fascia hoardings). Wheresupplementary beams are used on gantrymodules theendsofbeamsmustbecoveredbythefascia.

Figure 103: Fascia panels must be designed andsecurely fastened to the hoarding structure to withstand alllikelywindactionsinthelocality.Paneljunctionsmustalsobeneatlybutt-jointedandclose-fitting.

g) Fascias must be fully and securely braced usingdurableandstructurallyadequateelementsincluding appropriate and durable fasteners(screws/boltsaremandatory).

h) Fasciasmustbedesignedandinstalledtofullyaccommodate street tree canopies.(2) Where this is not possible and minor branch trimming isrequired,referto3.9.10forfurtherdetails.

Notes:

1) Refer toElement6 - ‘Graphicsand Information’andElement7-‘Colours’,forfurtherprovisions.

2) Refer to Element 10 – ‘Street tree protection’ –3.9.10fordetails.


Design Requirements

3.9.6 Element 6 - Graphics and public information (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Provide high quality public art and graphicson temporary structures including, whereappropriate or required, the projection ofdigital images onto hoarding fascias (and scaffolding mesh) to enhance the public place and add visual interest in the locality;

ii. Minimise adverse visual impacts of temporary structures;

iii. Provide legible, well designed andappropriatelyintegratedinformationaboutthedevelopment; and

iv. Provide community information (where appropriateinthelocality)andpublicartwhererequiredbytheCity and these Guidelines.


General

a) Publicart,graphicsandimagesmustbeprovidedin accordance with 3.4.

b) Graphic designs and images(1)must:

i. exhibitavibrantartisticcontent;

ii. incorporate information of community benefitorinterestand/orpublicart;

iii. display other material or information as requiredbytheCity; and

iv. beinstalledonallsurfacesincludingend-returnspanelsofthesitefenceandfascia,large access doors and gates (greater than2metresinwidth).

c) The City may, as owner of the land on whicha temporary structure is installed, require theapplicant to install or allow the Citytoplacepublicartorcommunityinformationonsitefencesand/or the fascias of hoardings and on scaffolding (see 3.4). The applicant will also be requiredto maintain the graphic for the full duration of required placement or for the full period of thetemporary structure approval.

Signage

d) Aprominentandwater-resistantsigncontainingthe information listed belowmust be displayedat the boundary of the site in accordance withthe relevantRegulations,conditionsofapprovaland the City’s Code of Practice for Construction Hours/ Noise within the Central Sydney Business District:

i. thatunauthorisedentryisprohibited;

ii. the name of the principal person in control of the workplaceandwhoisresponsibleforthesite and the hoarding; and

iii. a 24 hour emergency contact name and telephonenumber.

e) The property number and the building name(whereapplicable),mustbeclearlydisplayedonthe fascia of Type B hoardings or on the site fence of Type A hoardingswherethepropertynumberonthebuildingisobscured(see3.5.2(e)).

f) A copy of the front page of the hoarding approval determination (the Permit)placedwithinadurablewaterproof clear covering or plastic sleeve must be securely affixed in a prominent position such as near the site access doorway in the hoarding fence.

g) Theexcessivedisplayofadeveloper’sorprincipalcontractor’s name on temporary structures is not permitted. Where signage is proposed it must complywithTable2.

h) The names of sub-contractors, material/equipmentsuppliersorothersimilarsignagemustnotbedisplayed,unlessspecificallyapprovedbythe City.RefertoTable2forpermissiblecorporatesignage/brandinganddevelopmentinformation.

i) Where specific approval is given to allow theillumination of graphics and public informationthe lighting system must not cause adverse impacts such as glare in the locality particularly to residentialbuildings(see3.9.9).Wherenecessary,luminairesaretobeconcealed.Flashinglightsorsigns are not permitted.



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Figure 104

Figure 106

Figure 105

Figure 104: The City,asownerof the landonwhichatemporary structure is erected, reserves the right torequirethedisplayofcommunityinformationsuchasCity initiatives and other special events.

Figure 105: Site information signage that includes a 24 hour contact person and telephone number mustbe displayed in a prominent position on the hoarding sitefence.(seeTable2forgeneralsignagerequirements).

Figure 106:Innovativegraphicdesignsonhoardings add visual interest in the streetscape and are encouraged.

j) All surfaces, graphics and information must befully maintained to an acceptable standard asdeterminedbytheCity.See3.4.6 for installationrequirements.

Advertising

k) Development consent is required for anyproposed advertising(2) on hoarding fascias,sitefences or scaffolding.

l) Real estate sale and leasing signage including agent/developer contact details must notbe displayed on temporary structures unless developmentconsentisfirstobtained.

Notes:

1) In approving any graphics, the City accepts no copyright responsibilities that theapplicantmayneed to meet.

2) Where advertising is approved through a developmentconsentandwillproduceafinancialreturn to the owner of the site, the City as landowner over which the temporary structure is tobeerected,willrequiretheownerofthesitetonegotiate with the City an appropriate percentage distributionoftheadvertisingincome.


Design Requirements

Dulux‘Softchamois’Colourcode:P13.F4Formula:EE468LL32M12

'White'Element:Undersideofthedeckincludingbeamsandverticalinfillpanelsofstepped hoardings.

'Black'Element:WhereagraphicisrequiredbyTable1,allpartsofthehoarding(excepttheundersideofthedeckwhichmustbewhite)aretobepaintedblack.

3.9.7 Element 7 - Standard Colours (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Establish a colour standard that provides aconsistent colour scheme across the city,minimises visual impacts of hoardings and enhances the public place;

ii. Permit site specific colour schemes forhoardingsthatareacceptableinthelocalityandanyrequiredgraphic;and

iii. Promote the creative use of colour as part of a graphicdesignconcept(see3.9.6).


a) Thestandardcoloursthatmustbeusedare:-

i. for hoardings that are notrequired to display graphics:

• steel frame structure, fascias, counter-weights,sitefence–Dulux‘SoftChamois’.

• soffit of the hoarding deck, beams andvertical infill panels (see Figures 97 and107)–White.

ii. for hoardings that are required to display graphics:

• steel frame structure, fascias, counter-weights, site fence – black (with whitebandings andmarkings on columns andcorners of counterweights - see Figure63(a)).

• soffit of the hoarding deck, beams andvertical infill panels (see Figures 97 and107)–White.

• site fence/fascia on which graphics areinstalled-black

b) Non-standardcoloursmaybepermittedsubjectto site specific consideration and approval. Where dark colours such as black are proposed(butnotmandatorybyTable1),graphicsmustbeusedtobreak-upthelargecolourmassand add visual interest in the streetscape (see Table1).Enhancedlightingmayalsoberequired (see3.9.9).

Figure 107

Figure 107: The soffit (deck and beams) of Type Bhoardingsmustbepaintedwhite to enhance pedestrian amenityandincreaseillumination,particularlyatnight.



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pedestrian/bicyclerider/trafficcontrolsystems (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Minimise the number of access points andimpactsonpedestrianmovementcausedbyvehicle and personnel access gates;

ii. Pedestriansandbicycleridersareeffectivelycontrolled at truck access points whenvehiclesareenteringandexitingasite;

iii. Minimise impacts on cycleways adjoining worksites;

iv. Minimisepedestrianobstructionsandenhancesafepedestrianandbicycleridermovement;

v. Provide effective and visually pleasing access gates and doors that secure the site from the public placeandprotectthepublic.


a) Vehicle and personnel access gates provided in a site fence must either slide internally or open inward.(1) The number of access points andgatesmust beminimised toprovide a clean and uninterrupted surface on the site fence and minimise impacts on the publicfootway fromsitepersonnelenteringandexitingthe site.

b) Pedestrian and cycleway control gates (concertina fencesnothigherthat1000mm)attruckaccesspoints(seeFigure110a)mustbeusedtoensurethe safe movement of vehicles to and from the

site. Control gates must be placed on eachside of an access driveway and bemannedbyappropriately accredited persons.

c) Concertinagatesare toberemovedorsecured(locked back) to prevent unauthorised use at the end of each day’s work. They are not to encroach on the clear footway and cycleway width when not in use.

d) Attruckaccesspointstothesitecautionsignagemustbeinstalled(seeFigure110(b))

e) Control gates used on cycleways must beseparatetothepedestriancontroldevicesandbecontrolledbyaccreditedpersons.

f) A pedestrian and cycleway management plan must be included with the hoarding application where a works zone approval is not in place or proposed for the site.(2)

g) Accessgates/doorsincludingtruckaccesspointsmustcomplywiththefollowing:

i. A minimum height clearance of 4.5 metresto the underside of Type B hoardingsattruckaccess points must be provided. For siteswhere small truck access only is proposeda reduced height is permitted subject tominimum height clearance signage beingdisplayed on the hoarding fascia above thedriveway.

ii. Appropriate signage must be installedat conspicuous location/s indicating theminimum height clearance to the underside of hoardingtruckaccessbays.


Design Requirements

Figure 108(a) and 108(b): Hinged access gatesmustopen inwards and sliding gates must slide internally (see Figure111).Gatesmustbeclose-fittingandbekeptclosedwhennotinuseandextendoverthefullareaoftheopening.

Figure 109: Roller-typesiteaccessdoorsarenotpreferredasgraphicscannotbeattachedtosuchsurfaces.Wherepermitted,doorsmustbefullymaintainedthroughoutthehoardinginstallationandsatisfytherequirementsofasiteorworkriskassessmentincludinganywork-safetycodesof practice.

Figure 108(b)

Figure 108(a)

iii. Vehicleaccessgatesmust:

•be of solid durablematerial e.g. plywoodor sheet steel (subject to satisfying anyworkhealthandsafetycodesofpractice).Chain-link or weldedmesh gates are notpermitted;

•be securely fixed to a structurally soundandadequateframe;

•extendtotheundersideofthedeckandbeclose-fitting to the frame and the groundsurface to prevent unauthorised access and to afford protection to the public place (see Figure108a);and

•be lockable and remain closed whenaccessisnotrequired.

h) Toensurethesafeman-handlingof largeaccessgates particularly in high-bay truck accessopeningsthemassofdoors/gatescanbereducedbyusingsliding(singleorintwoleafs)ortwo-leafside-hingeddoors.Barnyard-typedoorsarealsoallowedsubjecttothedoorsbeingclose-fitting.Toreducedoormass,steelsheetinginlieuof17mmplywoodsheetingispermittedsubjecttosatisfyinganyworkhealthandsafetyrequirementsincludingcodes of practice.

i) Roller-shutter doors on access openings (seeFigure109)aregenerallynotpermittedhoweverwhere specific approval is given for their usemust meet acceptable durability standardsand maintenance requirements (easy ongoingcleaning andwhere necessary, re-painting) andalso satisfy work-safety requirements includingcodesofpracticeissuedbySafeWork NSW.

j) Wherevehiclesenterandexitasite,trafficcontrolmeasuresmust be implemented in accordancewith the ‘Guide to Traffic Engineering Practice’and to the current AS 1742 - Part 3 ‘Manual ofuniform traffic control devices – Traffic controldevicesforworksonroads’.

k) Where truck access is required and an existingvehicular crossing is tobeusedanassessmentofthestructuraladequacyanddimensionsofthe crossing(tofullyaccommodatealltruckwheels)must bemadebefore commencinguse.Wherea temporary crossing is required a separate approvalmustbeobtainedprior toanyvehiclesaccessing the site.(3)



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Figure 110(a): Concertina gates to control pedestrian and bicycle ridermovement at truck access points aremandatoryinthecitycentreandinotherbusypedestrianareas outside the city centre. Gates must be providedon each side of vehicular crossings including cycleways andspecificapprovaloftheCitymustbeobtainedbeforeinstallation.

Figure 110(b): Truck-crossing caution signage fixed tothe underside of hoardingdecksmustbe installed inallcasesandareasincludingabovecycleways.

Figure 111: Access doors in hoardings must beadequately framed and supported and extend over theentirefaceofanopening.Hingeddoorsmustopeninwardand sliding doors must slide internally.

Figure 111

Figure 110(a)Figure 109

Notes:

1) It isanoffence toallowagateordoor toopenover a road(Clause21,RoadsRegulation2008).

2) Where a works zoneapproval is tobesoughtapedestrian and cycleway management plan must be included as part of the construction trafficmanagementplan(CTMP).

3) Anapplicationmustbelodgedfortheconstructionof temporary vehicular crossingsoranyrequiredorproposedmodificationstoanexistingcrossing.

Figure 110(b)


Design Requirements

3.9.9 Element 9 - Lighting (Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Provide adequate and effective illuminationof the footway and roadway with a minimum shadowed area to maintain the safety and amenity of pedestrians including persons with mobilitylimitationsorvisionimpairment;(1)

ii. Provide adequate and effective illuminationof a cycleway with a minimum shadowed area to ensure the safe passage of bicycle riders and also to afford effectivesighting of pedestrians crossing cycleways at night;

iii. Provide effective illumination of graphics on site fences of Type B hoardings; and

iv. Minimise light-spill and glare impacts onsurroundingpropertiesandpublicspaces.


General

a) Lighting levelsbeneathahoarding must achieve anilluminanceofnotlessthan:

i. for footways and roadways, 30 lux averagewithaminimumatanypointof10lux;and

ii. forcycleways,40luxaveragewithaminimumat any point of 10 lux with external lightingover each portal to adequately illuminatethe hoarding entrances and caution signage (Figures65&69),inaccordancewithAS/NZS1158.3.1:2005‘Lightingforroadsandpublicspaces’.

b) Luminaires (light fittings)andconduitsmustnotbeinstalledorfixedoversitefencegraphics.

c) Lighting systems must be installed and madeoperational at the end of each installation shift or stage to illuminate the area beneath thehoarding to provide a safe illuminated passage for pedestriansandbicycleriders.

d) Wheretherearesitespecifichazardssuchas:

• pedestrianrampsoverconcretepump-lines;

• disrupted(temporary)footway paving;

• temporary vehicular access crossing;

• hoarding columns located more than 300 mm from thekerborplacedwithin themainpedestrian thoroughfare;

• long lengths of enclosed hoardings (where approved);or

• hoardings that span a wide footway (greater than3.6metres)

Figure 112

Figure 112: Inareasofdisrupted footwaygradessuchas at truck access crossings and where temporarypedestrian ramps (see Figure 75 for design details) areinstalledgreaterilluminationintensitymustbeprovidedtoimprove pedestrian safety.



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Figure 113: Lighting systems over a cycleway mustmeet a greater illumination standard than that applying to footways.

Figure 114: Where practical wiring for lighting systems must be concealed. Where exposed wiring is used itmustbepaintedtomatchthebackgroundsurface.

Figure 113 Figure 114

luminairesmustbemountedontheundersideofthe hoardingdeckalongthecentre-linetomaximiseillumination of the footway or alternatively greater lighting intensity or luminairesmust be usedonthesite fence toadequately illuminate toclearlyidentifypotentialhazardsincludingblack-paintedcolumns(seeFigure63(a)).

e) Where a Type B hoarding is installed abovea street awning and there is no lighting or insufficient lighting below the awning,luminaires must be provided on the hoarding columns or on the underside of the awning to adequatelyilluminatethefootway and supporting columns to ensure pedestrians can clearly see theobstructions(columns).

f) Luminaires must be of the fluorescent or LEDtype.Whereadarkcoloursuchasblackisusedthe lightingsystemmustbedesignedtoensurethat theminimum illumination levelsspecified inthissectionwillbeachieved.

g) Luminaires illuminating cycleways must be mounted on the hoardingsoffitabovethecentre-line of the cycleway.

h) Cabling of lighting systems must be securely and neatly fixed to the hoarding structure and exposedconduitsand/orcablingmustbepaintedto match the colour of the site fence or underside ofthedeck.

Operation and maintenance

i) Lightingsystemsmustbecheckedatleastweeklyto ensure that all luminaires remain operational.

j) Lightingsystemsmustoperateasfollows:

i. where a hoarding spans over a cycleway in thecity centre (seeFigure1a); and inotherareaswherespecificallyrequiredbytheCity,the lighting system over the footway and cycleway must operate at all times;

ii. for hoarding installations outside the city centrelightingsystemsmustbecontrolledby:

• light sensors located under the hoarding to ensure the system operates automatically when there are low levels of natural light; or

• timers programmed to commence operation atleastone(1)hourbeforesunsetandturn-offnot less thanone(1)houraftersunrise(andthetimeradjustedatleastfortnightly);

iii. in areas with low levels of natural light (such as thecitycentreandnarrowlanes),thelightingsystem should operate at all times.

Lightspill

k) Lighting systems must not result in excessivelight-spillwherehoardings adjoinor are locatedopposite residential-type buildings. Where anuisance occurs the Citymayrequiremodificationof the system.

l) There must be no upward light-spill into openspace.

m) Lighting glaremust be controlled in accordancewithAS4282.

Note:It isanoffenceunderClause16oftheRoadsRegulation 2008 to obscure a street light. Lightingsystemsmustthereforeprovideadequateilluminationof the public place at night.


Design Requirements

3.9.10 Element 10 - Street tree and garden protection and maintenance (Type A and Type B hoardings)

Objectives:

i. Provide effective protection of street trees adjoiningworksites;

ii. Minimise adverse impacts on trees byaccommodating tree canopies as part of the design temporary structure’s design; and

iii. Maintain and monitor the health and general condition of street trees and street gardens throughoutaproject.


General

a) Wherestreettreesadjoinadevelopmentorworksitetheirlocation,height,canopyvolume/diameter,health and condition must be ascertained inconjunction in preparing a temporary structures application.Anassessmentmustalsobemaderegarding whether the tree/s require pruning orarerequiredtoberemovedandreplacedaspartof a development consent applying to the site.

b) Inadditionto(a),wherestreettreesand/orfootwaygardenbedsare likely tobeaffectedapplicantsmust detail in the temporary structure application allmitigationmeasurestobe implemented.Thismay require the submission of a report from aqualifiedarborist toenabletheCity’s Street Tree Officers to thoroughly assess and determinethe impactsonexisting treesandgardenbeds. Specificadditionalprotectionmeasuresmayalsobe required through the development consentand or temporary structures approval.

c) Temporary structures must be designed andinstalled to prevent injury to trees. Plans mustclearly and accurately show the position of trees in relation to a proposed temporary structure and demonstratehowaffectedtreeswillbeprotected.Requiredtreeprotectionmustbeinstalledbeforea temporary structureisinstalled(seeFigure117).

d) Fortreeswithlargetrunksandcanopiesitmaybenecessary to notch the hoarding structure and/or fascia to accommodate a tree canopy or to minimisetheamountofbranchpruningthatmaybe required.Wherepruning is required thismustbe identified in the application. Where specificapproval is given to allow decks to be used formaterial/equipment storage (see 3.9.4(i)) highfasciasaroundtreecanopiesmayberequired.

e) Where a hoardingdeckisrequiredtobesetbackto accommodate street trees double supportcolumnsaroundthetreetosupport thedeckarenotpermitted.Thedeckmustbesupportedbyasystemofbridgingbeamsat thedeck level (seeFigures120).

Removal of street trees

f) Street treeswillnotbepermittedtoberemovedsimply to allow for the installation of a temporary structure. Where trees are in poor health and/or condition and it is demonstrated that they mustberemovedtoaccommodatespecificsiteneeds,theCitymayallowtreeremovalsubjecttothe applicant agreeing to replace affected trees andmaintain them foraprescribedperiodafterthe temporary structure is removed. All costs associated with the removal of trees and their replacementandmaintenancemustbebornebytheapplicantandwillbesubjecttothelodgmentof a performance bondand/oradvancepayment.



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Figure 115: Temporary structuresshouldbedesignedtopreventunnecessarypruningofstreettrees.Anyrequiredpruningmustbeidentifiedinanapplication.

Figure 116: Where a temporary structure is in place for a lengthy period (as determined by theCity) and thereisaneedtomaximisetheavailable footwaywidth,resin-bonded porous granular paving may be required tostabiliseandleveltreepits.

Figure 116

Figure 115

Street tree protection

g) Tree trunk and major limb protection must beundertaken prior to installation of temporary structures. The protection systems must beinstalledbyaqualifiedarborist(AQFLevels2or3)includingsatisfyingthefollowing:

i. an adequate clearance, minimum 250 mm,between the structure (including site shedsand hoarding fascias) and tree branches,limbsandtrunkatalltimes;

ii. tree trunk/s and/or major branches locatedwithin 500 mm of any part of a temporary structure, must be wrapped with protectivehessian or similar acceptable material topreventtreeinjury;

iii. timberbattens(50mmx100mmorsimilar)must be placed around tree trunks withbattensspacedat100mmintervalsandfixedagainstthetrunkusingmetalordurableplasticstrapping with connections appropriately finished or covered to protect pedestriansfromsnagginginjury(seeFigure117(b)).Thehessianandtimberbattensmustnotbefixedto the tree; and

iv. treetrunkandmajorbranchprotectionaretoremain in place whilst the temporary structure is in place and must be removed at thecompletionoftheproject.

h) For temporary structure approvals exceeding6 months, 3-monthly reports from a qualifiedarborist (min AQF Level 4) must be submittedto the City’s Street Tree Contracts Coordinator to assess whether the tree protection and mitigationmeasuresarebeingfullyandeffectivelyimplemented to maintain the healthy condition of thetree/s.

i) All supporting columns of temporary structures or scaffolding must be placed at least 300 mm from the edge of existing tree pit edges so that no subsidence or damage occurs. If this is not possible appropriate measures mustbeimplementedtodistributetheloadstopreventdamage to the tree surrounds.

Tree pruning

j) The consent of the Citymust be obtained priortotheundertakinganystreettreepruningworks(including tree roots).Onlyminorpruningworkswill be approved to accommodate temporary structures; and


Design Requirements

Figure 117(a)

Figure 117(a) and Figure 117(b): Tree trunks mustbe fullyprotectedprior to theerectionof the temporary structure and for the full duration of the development or work.Timberbattensprotectingtrunksmustbesecurelyfixedusing flexible steel ordurableplasticbandingandtheband-endsfinishedneatly toavoidprotrudingsharpedges.

Figure 118: Wherestreettreesurfacerootsareexposedand the tree pit is needed to increase the width of the pedestrianpassagewaypastahoarding,temporaryminorramping using non-slip plywood sheeting to span overrootsmaybepermitted.

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Figure 117(b)

k) Any pruning that is approved must be carriedout by a qualified arborist (min. AQF3 Level 3)in accordance with AS4373-2007 ‘Pruning ofAmenity Trees’.

Maintaining clear pedestrian pathways

l) Where a hoarding site fence is approved to encroach onto the footway that results in a reduction in theavailableclearpedestrianwidthand there are unsealed footway surfaces at the baseoftrees,thetreepitsurface(ifnotflushwiththe footway)mustbemadesafeandlevelusingstabiliseddecomposedgranite;

m) Whereatemporarysurfaceisinstalleditmustbemaintained in a sound and safe condition level with the footway surface for the duration that the hoarding is in place including the footway surface beingsweptdailytoremoveanycrushedgranitematerialwalkedorscuffedfromthetreepit;and

n) For sites where a hoarding will be in placeformore than 12weeks or is located in a highpedestrian traffic area, theCitymay require thetree pit surface be made safe and level usingresin-bonded porous paving to a depth of 50mmorotherwiseaspermittedby theCity (refer toFigure116).

Tree and garden damage

o) Where the person holding an approval fails to undertakerequiredworks,maintenanceorsupplyinformation(reports)onaffectedtreesandgardenbeds,theperformance bondwillbeusedto:

i. undertake remedial repairs on damagedtrees,gardenbedsandotherareas;

ii. obtainanarborist’sreportontheconditionoftreesandanyrequiredremedialrepairs;

iii. replace street trees or shrubs as result ofnegligent or accidental damage associated with the temporary structure’s placement; or

iv. install or maintain required tree protectiondevicesasrequiredbytheseGuidelinesand/or a condition of approval.

p) Any damage sustained to street trees, streetgarden beds or landscaping as a result of thetemporary structure installation is tobereportedimmediately to the City’s Street Tree Contracts Coordinator to determine the appropriate action for maintaining the health and structural integrity ofthetree/sandsafetyofpedestrians.(1)



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Design Requirements

Figure 120

Figure 120: Hoardingsmust be designed tominimiseimpacts on tree canopies and also maintain clear pedestrianpassage.Thiscanbeachievedbydesigninga system of strategically placed columns and bridgingbeams.

Figure 121: Tree limbs located close to elementsof hoardings and scaffolding must be fully protectedthroughouttheproject.

Figure 121

Maintenance

q) All replacement street trees must bemaintained by a qualified horticulturist orarborist(minimumAQFLevel2)foraminimumperiodoftwelve(12)months.Maintenancemustconform with the technical planting details of the Street Tree Master Plan.

r) The maintenance period will commence from the date of inspection by the City’s Street Tree Contracts Coordinator who will confirm in writing that the tree/s have been planted in accordance with theCity’s specifications. Should the tree/s die orbe substantially damagedwithin the 12monthsmaintenanceperiodreplacementtree/smustbeplantedbytheapplicantattheircostandthe12months maintenance period will recommence.

At the end of the maintenance period formal notice mustbegiventotheCityseekinghandover.Treeswill be assessed and if found satisfactory, thebondwillbereturned.

s) Treepitsmustbemaintainedinasafeconditiontominimise trip and slip hazards. Damaged orsunken treepits resulting from thedevelopmentorworkactivityon thesite thatarenot repairedmay be rectified by the City and the costs associatedwiththisworkwillberecoveredfromthe performance bond held against an approval.

Note: The City will enforce the Tree Management Controls contained within the Sydney LEP 2012and the Sydney DCP 2012 in relation to damage to trees,withfinesofupto$100,000intheLocalCourtand $1,100,000 in the Land & Environment Court.In addition, the Court may also require the personor corporation having the benefit of the approval(Permit)toreplacedamagedordestroyedtree/sandtomaintainreplacementtree/stomaturity.



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Hoarding deck &/or fasciamust be notchedto accommodate street treecanopies - 3.9.10(d).

A minimum clearance of 300 mm must be maintained to tree pits edges - 3.9.10(i).

Tree pits(unsealed area at the base of trees). In busy pedestrian areas tree pits may need to be sealed (see Figure 116).

Tree trunks must be protected during the erection of a hoarding & also throughout the duration of the development - 3.9.10(g).

Access width must comply with required work heath and safety provisons if the deck accom-modates sheds or is trafficable.

Hessian or other approved material must be wrapped around tree limbs where located within 500 mm of the structure -3.9.10(g).

Figure 122: Sectiondetail-Wherestreettreesareaffectedbyhoardings,minimumdesignelementsandtreatmentsmustbeincorporated.


Design Requirements

3.10 Specificdesignrequirementsforhoardings on or over roadways including cantilevered structures (needle-beams)

3.10.1 Temporary (full or partial) closure of footways

a) Where a footwayhasinsufficientwidthtoallowahoardingtobeplacedonthefootwaytherequiredoverheadprotectionmay:

i. spanaprotectivedeckacrossthefullwidthof a minor roadway; OR

ii. provide a deck/awning supported by steelbeams cantilevered from the building (seeFigure123).

The appropriate design solution for a particular sitewillneed tobediscussedwith theCity early inthedesignandsiteestablishmentprocesses.

b) Other methods that may also be appropriateinclude closure of a footway. This will only beconsidered:

i. inminorstreetswithminortrafficmovementsuch as laneways and where the safe redirection of pedestrians to the footway opposite the site can be accommodatedand subject to pedestrian flow patterns, thepotential for pedestrian inconvenience and any other traffic/pedestrian safety issues inthelocality;and/or

ii. closing part of a roadway to accommodate the temporary structure and directing pedestrians past the site via a protective temporary pathway on the roadway.

Either of these methods will require theendorsement of the City’sTrafficOperationsUnit.

c) Where specific endorsement is given to allowpedestrians touseanalternative route/pathway,appropriate temporary access kerb ramps,barriers and signage must be provided (seeFigure91).

d) Where approval is sought to temporarily close a footway and to place a hoarding fence along the kerb-line the requirements set out in 3.9.3(d)apply.

3.10.2 Cantilevered work platforms (minor works only)

Whereminorworksaretobeundertakenonbuildingfacades such as maintenance or replacement of balconybalustradesorwindows,considerationwillbegiven to allow cantilevered work platformsifitcanbedemonstratedthat:

a) therearenoother feasible andeffectivemeanstosatisfyanystatutorysafetyrequirements(1) such as erecting a scaffold from the public placebelowtheworkarea;

b) the public placecanbeeffectivelybarricadedtoexcludepedestrians,bicycle ridersandvehiclesfromtheareabelowtheworksite(includinganyadditional safety exclusion zone that may berequired)duringtheinstallationandremovalofacantilevered work platform; and

c) the work area can be effectively enclosed tocontainmaterial, tools and binswithin theworkareaoftheplatformtoprotectthepublicplace.

Cantilevered work platforms erected over adjoiningprivate property are not regulated by the City nor through these Guidelines and cannot be approvedunder the Local Government Act or Roads Act.Proponents will therefore need to obtain accessagreements from affected landowners (further details aresetout in theAccess toNeighbouringLandAct2000).



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Figure 121

Figure 123: Cantilevered work platforms and scaffolding are generally not allowed however in narrow laneways wheretrafficandpedestrianmovementmustbemaintained,approval may be given subject to systems being fullyengineered and certified (see 2.7.1). Note: Externallyinstalled screening mesh is preferred.Figure 124: Cantilevered work platforms and other temporary structures located over or on private land are not regulated or approved by the City. It is therefore the responsibilityof the person undertaking theworks to obtain an accessagreementfromaffectedlandowner/s.AccessordersundertheAccesstoNeighbouringLandAct2000canbesoughtthrough the Courts where agreement with neighbouringlandownerscannotbeobtained.Figure 124

Note: Inproposingacantilevered work platform it is theresponsibilityofthepersonundertakingtheworktosatisfy the relevantprovisionsof theWorkHealthand Safety Act 2011 and Regulations in relation to publicsafetybelowaworkarea.


Design Requirements

c) the fixing point must be made good as thescaffoldingisdismantledby:

i. inserting a 100 mm thick masonry plug orbiscuit that matches exactly the type andcolour of the surrounding original stone masonry.Therepairmustbetight-fittingwithahairlinejoint;and

ii. if the repair is to sandstone, the orientationand porosity of the grain/bedding patternof the repair plug/biscuit must match thesurrounding original stone.

3.11.3 Screening and meshing

a) The preferred method for screening scaffolding,includingalldiagonalbracing,istoinstalldurablemeshorfabricontheoutersurface(public place side)oftheframeincludingattheendreturnstothe building. In caseswhere scaffolding will beinplaceforasignificantduration(asdeterminedbytheCity)oritisdeterminedthatthelocalityissignificant intermsofvisualaesthetics, itwillbemandatoryforthescreeningmeshtobeinstalledontheoutersurfaces(seeTable1and3.6.2(b)).

b) Meshscreensmust:

i. beingoodcondition(nopermanentcreasesorwarping)-mustbecheckedandconfirmedbytheproponentpriortoinstallation;

ii. have a consistent colour throughout;

iii. beproperlyandneatlyfixedincludingqualityjoiningatseams;

iv. be fitted tightly and tensioned to thescaffolding frame to provide a quality evenfinishthroughout;

v. during progressive dismantling such as during demolition,themeshmustnotbeallowedtohang untethered from the scaffolding frame; and

3.11 Specificdesignrequirementsforscaffolding systems

Thekeydesignrequirementsforelementsofscaffolding systems,installationandmeshingscreensare:

3.11.1 Scaffolding frame

Scaffolding must be designed and erected inaccordancewithAS/NZS1576.

3.11.2 Fixing to building facades including architecturallysignificantbuildingsandheritage-listed buildings

Fixing scaffolding to masonry elements is to beavoidedwhereverpossible.Scaffoldtiesfixedthroughwindowopeningsshouldbeusedwherepracticable.

Where the physical anchoring of scaffolding ties to significant facades is unavoidable the followingmeasuresmustbeimplemented(subjecttosatisfyingany Safe Work Australia Codes of Practice forscaffoldingwork):

a) wherepossibleandstructurallyacceptable,fixatlocationsofexistingwallpenetrationsorwhereamasonry surface is already damaged to minimise the amount of new drilling into sound masonry;

b) thefixingmustbedesignedtobefullyreversiblebyusing:

i. an expansion-type fixing that can be fullyremovedprovidedthereisnoriskofsplittingthemasonryandthemethodoffixingcomplieswithanyCodesofPracticeand/orengineeringdesign requirements that may apply to thebuildingand/orscaffolding design; and

ii. a chemical anchor or non-removableexpansion anchor that is inset at least 100mm into the masonry to allow a 100 mm plug/biscuit infill to make good the facadepenetration; and



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vi. befullyandeffectivelyfixedtowithstandlikelywind loads in the locality and to ensure that themesh/fabricisinstalledandmaintainedina taut condition through the full duration of the installation. The scaffoldermusttakeaccountof any additional wind loads and impacts on the scaffold as a result of perimeter meshing andscaffoldingartworkwraps(see3.11.4).

c) The preferred colour of mesh screening is black. Other neutral colours may be permittedsubject to the colour being appropriate to thedevelopmentsiteand locality,particularlywhere scaffoldingisinstalledonornearoldersignificantbuildingsincludingheritage-listedbuildings(seeFigure126).

3.11.4 Graphics and images on screening to scaffolding structures

Where scaffoldingisusedtoencapsulateabuildingordevelopmentsite,theCity encourages the installation of quality graphics/images including public art orcommunity images on scaffolding particularly for projectsoflengthyduration.Seealso3.4.

Where a development site is located in a prominent positionand/or thescaffoldingwillbe inplace foralengthyduration,theCitymayrequirethescaffolding frame to incorporate an agreed integrated graphic display(see3.4.5).

The Cityalsoreservestheright,asownerofthelandon which a temporary structure is to be erected, torequire an applicant to install an approved meshor fabric covering to a specified standard over thescaffolding as a surface to allow the projection ofdigital imagessuchaspublicartand/or informationonto the temporary structure.

3.11.5 Maintenance and inspections

Scaffolding systems must be inspected to ensure that the scaffold has not been changed from theapproveddesignandtoalsosatisfyClause225oftheWorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011.

Periodicinspectionsmustbecarriedoutasrequiredby applicable regulations and these Guidelines butin any case not less than at six-monthly intervals(see 4.1.2). Inspections must be undertaken by anappropriately qualified practising structural engineeror licensed scaffolder (see4.6.2)andcertifiedusingthe City’s standard form. The certificate must besubmittedafterhavingincorporatedandre-inspectedanyremedialworksrequiredtobeundertaken.

3.11.6 Advertising

Any proposed advertising on scaffolding requiresdevelopment consent.

Figure 125: Temporary structures must not encroach on frontages of adjoining properties unless specificallyapprovedbytheCity.

Figure 126: The preferred colour for scaffolding mesh isblackalthough forolderbuildings, includingheritage-listedbuildings,othercoloursthataresympathetictothebuildingandlocalitymayberequired.


Design Requirements

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Chainmesh & fabric covering above Type A hoarding fence. The preferred colour of the fabric covering is black. Mesh must be fixed and maintained taut throughout the project -3.11.3.2.

Refer to 4.6.2 & 4.6.3 for requirements regarding certification of scaffolding systemsincluding lateral bracings to the building facade.

Hoarding fence can be: freestanding; OR attached to the scaffold. 3.9.3.

1200 mm is permissible in isolated locations to accommodate stairways- 3.9.3.

A minimum of 1200 mm must be provided between the hoarding fence and all street furniture including signs, litter bins, parking ticket machines and trees - 3.9.3.

Trimming boards - 3.9.3(h).

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Figure 127: Section detail of a typical Type A hoarding fence attached to a scaffold frame.



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Structural Requirements


Structural Requirements 0102

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Structural and other requirementsPART 04



4.1 Structural requirements - generalTemporary structures mustbedesignedinaccordancewith the relevant Australian Standards including AS1170 Part 1 - Permanent, imposed and otheractions, AS1170 Part 2 -Wind actions and AS1170Part4–Earthquakeactions.

The design and installation of temporary structures must also comply with the relevant provisions of the NSWWorkHealthandSafetyActandRegulations.

4.1.1 Documents required to be submitted with an application

Documentsinclude:

a) structural design drawings and details including plan view drawings, typical sections, membersizes,connectionandsoleplatedetails;

b) for hoardings, structural certification of thedesign using the City’s standard certificationform (attached to the application form) issuedby an appropriately qualified, registered andexperiencedpractising structural engineer (referto2.7).

For large complex scaffolding installations the designer must hold appropriate and requiredqualifications and licence in accordance withtheWorkHealth and Safety Act/Regulation andSafeWork NSW requirements.TheCitymayalsorequireacertificatefromastructuralengineer.Acertificateofdesignfortheproposedscaffolding systemmustbeprovidedwithanapplication;and

c) other information and details as set out in these Guidelines and in the temporary structures application form.

A full list of all documents required as part of anapplication for a temporary structure can be found at2.9.

4.1.2 Installationandsix(6)monthlycertification

Astructuralcertificateofinstallationinaformrequiredby theCity issued by an appropriately qualified andregisteredpractisingstructuralengineer(see2.7)mustbe submitted to the City prior to use of a temporary structure or commencement of approved site worksincluding hoisting activity from a public road over a temporary structure.

The person conducting a business or undertaking must have inspections undertaken of temporary structures (hoarding/scaffolding/cantilevered decks) at not lessthan six (6) monthly intervals by an appropriatelyqualified practising structural engineer/licensedscaffolder using the City’sstandardform.Thecertificatemust be submitted to the City after inspection and completionofanyremedialworkthatisrequired.



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4.2 Hoardings associated with excavations4.2.1 General

TheWorkHealthandSafetyRegulation2011requiresthe person undertaking excavation work and theprincipalcontractortomanagetherisksandcomplywith Clause 305 of the Regulation. This includespotentialhazards forpedestrians in thepublic place fallingintoanexcavation(seeFigure129).

The person conducting a business or undertaking responsiblefortheworksiteandtheowner/installerofthe hoardingmustalsosatisfyanyotherrequirementssuchasrelevantSafeWorkAustraliacodesofpractice.

Risks associated with motor vehicles crashingthrough hoardingsand falling intodeepexcavationsmust be considered when assessing risks to thepublic.Section103of theRoadsActallows theCity as a roads authority to direct an owner or occupier of land to install barriers where it considers that anexcavation poses a sufficiently dangerous risk orcondition to threaten the safety of persons using a publicroadadjoiningthework-site.Thisisparticularlyrelevant for sites adjoining very busy roads and at road intersections.

The City may, irrespective of any risk assessmentundertakenbythepersonincontrolofthesite,requireappropriatesafetybarrierstoprotectanexcavation.

Where a risk assessment establishes that safetybarriersarerequired,hoardings placed on a roadway or footway adjoining an excavation must have anyrequiredcontinuoustrafficbarrierlocatedbehindthesitefence(seeFigures129and130).

Figure 129: Sitesundergoingdeepexcavationcanposeasignificantsafetyrisktothepublicincludingoccupantsofmotor vehicles.Whereanassessmentby thepersonconducting a business or undertaking and/or theCity identifiesthatariskexistsandcontrolmeasuressuchasbarriersarerequired,thestandardsfortheirlocationmustcomply with these Guidelines.

Figure 130: A Type A hoardingbracedtoaJerseykerbprotectinganexcavation.


The barrier must be of concrete or steel, designedto the relevant loading standards based on therecommendations of any pedestrian/traffic riskassessment that has been undertaken to satisfyrelevantrequirementsoftheWorkHealthandSafetyAct and Regulations including codes of practice.

4.2.2 Impacts of public crowding on site fences

The person conducting a business or undertaking including the designer and installer of a hoarding must also consider the loads imposed on hoarding site fencesresultingfromliveactionsofpubliccrowdingpushing against a hoarding fence. This is particularly important in the city centre where large gatherings associatedwithpubliceventscanbeexpected.

4.2.3 Caution signage - excavations

Caution signage (seeFigure 131)mustbe securelyfixedateachendofthesitefencewarningofadeepexcavation(morethan1.5metresbelowthefootway/roadwaysurface)behindthefence.Forlongfrontages(greater than 30 metres) additional intermediatesignage must be displayed on the site fence in amethodthatdoesnotinterferewithinstalledgraphics/artwork(see3.4).



4.2.4 Stability considerations - ground erosion and subsidence

The positioning of temporary structures, particularlysupport columns of Type B hoardings and concrete traffic/pedestrian barriers adjoining sites that areproposed to be excavated must, in the design oftemporary structures, consider and take into accountanyrisksassociatedwith:

a) partialsettlementofthepublicroad; or

b) major subsidence/collapse of the roadway/surfaceresultingfromexcavationworks.

Thisincludes:

• the impacts of water accumulation and run-off(rainwater)and

• rupturedwater-supplypipes),

which may affect the foundation material providing supportandstabilitytoa temporary structure.

4.3 Designcertificationbyastructuralengineer

Acertificateofstructuraldesigninaformrequiredbythe City (refer to the temporary structures application form and 2.9) and complying with 2.7 must besubmitted with an application for Type B hoardings and other temporary structures such as cantilevered work platforms and some forms of Type A hoardings.

Note: Many temporary structures particularly Type B hoardingsoftenhavecomplexdesign factors thatneedtobeconsideredwhendesigningandinspectingstructures to verify compliance with the Guidelines including importantly the structural design aspects. Otherfactorsthatmustbeconsideredinclude:

a) the various dynamics associated with the demolition;

b) excavationandconstructionofbuildings;

c) external factors in the public spaces such asvehicle impacts;

d) how temporary structures interact with these activities; and

e) loading actions.

Indesigningandcheckingcomplianceitisimportanttherefore that engineers certify within their area of skill and experience. In this regard certifiers mustapply Engineers Australia’s Code of Ethics. Thisrequiresengineers to“acton thebasisofadequateknowledge”. Engineers Australia’s Guidelines onProfessional Conduct also require that engineers“practicewithinareasofcompetenceandseekpeerreview“(whenconsiderednecessary).

Figure 131: For hoardingsassociatedwithanexcavatedsite deeper than 1.5metres, caution signagemust bedisplayed indicatingadeepexcavationbehind thesitefence.

Figure 131



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DesigncertificationforsomeformsofTypeAhoardings and scaffolding systemswillbedeterminedbytheCity at the timeof lodgment or assessment basedonanumber of factors including, but not limited to, thesize/extentofthetemporary structure and the locality.

4.4 Structural requirements for ‘Type A’ Hoardings

A Type A hoarding must comply with the relevant provisions of theWorkHealth andSafety Act 2011,RegulationsandapplicableSafeWorkAustraliaandSafeWork NSW codes of practice.

4.5 Structural requirements for ‘Type B’ Hoardings

4.5.1 General

Type B hoardings must comply with the relevant requirementsoftheWorkHealthandSafetyAct2011,Regulations and Safe Work Australia and SafeWork NSW codes of practice.

4.5.2 Column and footing design

The applicant (typically the developer or principal contractor) is responsible for maintaining thecondition of the footway adjoining a work site to astandardatleastequaltothesurfaceconditionpriortocommencementofwork.

An appropriately qualified person must assessthe safe load capacity of the footway to support a proposed temporary structure including site sheds placed on Type B hoardings and any approved hoisting equipment placed on hoarding decks toprevent damage to the existing paving and utilityservicesbeneaththefootway.

Thefollowingareconsideredminimumrequirementsthatmustbesatisfied:

a) thoroughly survey all utility services and underground structures (pits) in the area of theproposed temporary structure. Utility serviceaccess hatches including Ausgrid services must not be obstructed at any time unless specificapproval is given by the utility service provider.Forlocationofutilityservice,call‘DialBeforeYouDig’on1100orwebsite:www.1100.com.auwithUBDreferencegrididentification;

Figure 132: Scaffolding encapsulating a buildingundergoing demolition and later used as a hoarding site fencemustbeadequatelycounterweighted.Windactionsinthelocalityincludingpotentialextremewindvelocitiesfromsurroundingbuildingsmustbeconsideredby theperson in control of a workplace and the scaffolding contractor.Excavatedsitesmustalsobeprotectedusingappropriatepedestrianandtrafficbarriers(see4.2).

Figure 133: Under some circumstances the City will allow scaffolding to be installed on a street awning ifsupported from the footway below.Thesedesignsmustbe fullyengineered includingadetailedassessmentofthe structural condition and adequacy of the existingawning being fully documented and lodged with anapplication(seealso4.6.6).




b) consult the relevant utility authority for design bearing pressure on or near any services likely to be affected by loads from the temporary structure; and

c) specialconsiderationmustbegiventotemporary structuresadjacenttositesundergoingdemolitionor excavation activity. Bearing pressures mustallow for any likely ground disturbance causedby the proposed site works including adverseimpacts resulting from erosion by water (see4.2.4).

Figure 134(a)

4.6 Placement of scaffolding in a public place

4.6.1 General

Theuseofamobileworkplatform (scaffolds)up to4.0 metres in height on a footway/roadway requiresthe approval of the City(temporaryworksapplication).For all other scaffolding proposals on or over a public place, approval isalso requiredanddocumentationin accordance with 2.9 must be provided with theapplication.

4.6.2 Certification-scaffolder

CertificationbyaSafeWork NSW licensed scaffolder in accordance with the City’s standard form must be providedwithin 24 hours of the completion of ascaffolding structure.

For scaffolding that is erected and occupied or altered in stages during construction or work the person conducting a business or undertaking (typically the principal contractor) must obtain and retaininstallationandscaffoldmodificationcertificationfromthe scaffolder. The Cityreservestherighttorequire,atanytime,evidence(copies)ofprogressivecertificationdocumentation for a scaffold structure.

Figure 134(a) and Figure 134(b): The preferred method of scaffoldinginstallationwhereworkaboveastreetawningis involved. The scaffold is fully support from the footway with openings cut into in the awning for the projectionof scaffoldstandards.Thismethodmayhowevernotbesuitableforsomeawningsofarchitectural importanceorheritagesignificanceincludingheritage-listedbuildings.



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Figure 134(b)

4.6.3 Attachment of scaffolding to certain buildings-certification

The structural adequacy of a building to whichscaffolding is proposed to be fixed or bracedmustbeassessed todetermine its structural capability tosustain all likely imposed lateral loads including liveand wind load actions.

Where scaffoldingisproposedtobefixedtoreinforcedconcrete or reinforced masonry elements the City may relysolelyoncertificationofstructuraladequacyfroma licensed scaffolder.

Where scaffolding is to be fixed to non-reinforcedmasonrywallsorparapets,anassessmentofstructuraladequacyofthewallbyasuitablyqualifiedperson(suchas a practising structural engineer) will be required (see2.7).

Where necessary and/or required by the City (see 2.7.2), a suitably qualified structural engineermust certify the scaffolding design and method of attachment to a building including the adequacyof thebuilding tosupport thescaffold. The requiredcertificationmustbeprovidedprior to the issuingofa Permit.

4.6.4 Building demolition and perimeter scaffolding

Where scaffolding is used to enclose a buildingundergoing demolition and the ground level section of the scaffoldstructure is toberetained tosupporta Type A hoarding fence to maintain security of the siteafterdemolition,adequatecounterweightingmustbe installed to provide full stability to the temporary structuresparticularlyunderallexpectedwindactionsandvelocitiesinthelocality(seeFigure132).

4.6.5 Scaffolding supported on Type B hoardings

Theengineer responsible for thedesign, installationand inspection of a Type B hoarding must certify that the hoardingiscapableofsupportingproposedand/or approved scaffolding to the requirements of therelevantActs,Regulationsandcodesofpractice.

A certificate in accordance with theCity’s standard formmust be completed and submitted to theCity priortohandoverandthecommencementofsiteworkand use of the scaffold/hoarding.

4.6.6 Scaffolding supported from street awnings

a) The placement and support of scaffolding directly onstreetawningstoundertakeworkonexistingbuildingsisgenerallynotpermittedforanumberofreasonsincluding:

i. the difficulties assessing the condition andstructural adequacy of an awning to carrythe additional loads including live actions of workersontheawningandscaffolding;and

ii. theriskstopedestriansbelowastreetawningshouldtheawningfailduetoexcessiveloadsandactionsofworkers.

b) Thepreferredmethodisfor:

i. scaffolding standards to be supported fromthe footwaysurfacewithstandardsprojectingthrough openings made in the awning; and

ii. the section of scaffoldingbelowtheawningtobesheetedwithplywoodalongthescaffolding frontage/installation (see Figure 134(b))and not solely around individual scaffold standards.Sheeting is toextend toaheightof at least 2metres above the footway and satisfyotherrequirementsoftheseGuidelinesincluding maintaining clear minimum footway widths for pedestrians.



Wherethispreferreddesignsolutionisnotpossibleorfeasibleduetosuchfactorsasawningshavingarchitectural significance or heritage-listing,the City may allow scaffolding to be placed onan awning with supporting scaffolding placed beneath theawningsoffit (seeFigure133).Thiswill onlybepermittedwherescaffolding support systemscanbesetbackasufficientdistancefromthekerbtoaddresspotentialrisksassociatedwithmotor vehicle impacts and to provide sufficientspace on the footway for the safe and convenient passageofpedestrianspasttheworksite.

c) Scaffolding placed on cantilevered street awnings with no additional temporary supports from the footwayisgenerallynotpermitteddueto:

i. many awnings do not comply with current building code loading standards andtherefore any additional loads may adversely affectthestructuraladequacyandstabilityofan awning;

ii. difficulties in satisfactorily establishing thestructural condition of awnings, particularlyolder awnings, regarding their capability tosupport additional loads and the impacts of live actions (loads)scaffoldersandotherworkersmovingaboutonawnings;

iii. concentrated loads from scaffolding components placed on awnings awaiting erection or during dismantling may cause an awning tobeoverloadedandcollapse (fullyorpartially);

iv. thedifficultiesineffectivelymanagingawork site to control andmitigate risks particularlycontrolling individual worker practices anddynamic actions; and

v. the significant risks to the public should asupporting awning fail and collapse. This is particularly critical in the busy city centreand other commercial districts with high pedestrian densities including footway dining areasbeneathstreetawnings.

d) Where a proponent wishes to utilise solely a street awning to support scaffolding (partially or fully),asaminimumthefollowingmustbesatisfied:

i. a full and detailed assessment of the structural condition of the awning, includinga thorough visual inspection of all concealed structural members, the cantilever rodsupport connections and anchor points to the facade (including potential non-visiblecorrosionwithinthewallofthefacade),mustbeundertakenbyanexperiencedpractisingstructuralengineer(see4.3);and

ii. theengineermustholdindustryqualificationsand registration (see 4.6.7) to verify theadequacy of the awning and supportingbuilding structure to carry all proposedimposed loads including live actions and concentrated loads from the placement of scaffolding during the erection and dismantling processes; and

iii. the engineer must prepare a site management and work plan setting out required control measures to address all potential and assessedriskstothepublic;and

iv. fully engineered design drawings specifying the location of the scaffold on the awning and any required spreader beams/sole-boards,site management procedures to control the placement of scaffolding and material on the awning together with certification,in accordance with the City’s requirementsincluding a statement that it is issued under Section93oftheLocalGovernmentAct1993,mustbelodgedwiththeapplication.

4.6.7 Structuralcertification

For the eligibility of a structural engineer to certifytemporary structures including scaffolding in the circumstancessetoutinthissection,see2.7and4.3.

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