Minutes (Open Portion)

Council Meeting

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23/8/2021

Minutes (Open Portion)

Council Meeting

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23/08/2021

The Chairman reports that she has perused the minutes of the meeting of the Open Portion of the Council meeting held on Monday, 9 August 2021, finds them to be a true record and recommends that they be taken as read and signed as a correct record.

Burnet

Sherlock                                               That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

The minutes were signed.

The Lord Mayor advised the Chamber that a meeting of the Greater Hobart Committee was during the week of 16 August 2021. 

She reported this Committee was established by the Greater Hobart Act 2019 as part of facilitating engagement between the four metro Councils and the State Government.

Memberships includes the four Greater Hobart Mayors, Minister Ferguson and the Deputy Premier Rockliff.

Items covered at the meeting were reviewing feedback on the shared vision for Greater Hobart; progress in developing a MetroPlan and the shared work happening in waste.

A shared Vision for Greater Hobart

A vision seeking to guide growth and development in Greater Hobart to 2050 was approved.  The goal of the vision is a first step for the four local government areas to see themselves more as one City.  The draft vision was circulated to Elected Members in March 2021.

The five-week long consultation process indicated broad support for the draft Vision, and so the committee resolved to adopt the shared vision at our meeting.

Development of a MetroPlan

The MetroPlan to deliver the Vision through better integration of strategic land use and infrastructure planning across Greater Hobart continues to be a priority for the Committee.  Work on several strategies and an implementation plan were being progressed collaboratively.

There is a briefing for elected members on the draft Metro Plan next Tuesday 31 August 2021.

The Lord Mayor reported that she and the CEO met with Minister Roger Jaensch the week of 16 August to talk about:

·         The Local Government reform process.

·         The Code of Conduct Review and Council’s own issues resolution processes.

·         Heritage matters.

The Local Government reform process is still underway, with the Terms of Reference for the review currently being drafted.

Mr Jaensch was interested and supportive of the City of Hobart’s process for issue resolution.  He was also supportive of Council’s approach in terms of short stay accommodation as it aligns with the approach outlined the State Government’s response to the Legislative Council Inquiry into short-stay accommodation.

As the recently-appointed Minister for Heritage, he has indicated a willingness to hear more about Heritage matters and was pleased to learn about Council’s recently advertised heritage grants.

The Lord Mayor advised the Chamber that as part of the City’s commitment to being a Refugee Welcome Zone that the City of Hobart is supporting the urgent advocacy campaign of the Refugee Council of Australia on the Afghanistan crisis.

The City has joined as a signatory to a letter to all Federal Parliamentarians outlining the steps the Australian Government can take to support the people of Afghanistan.

Burnet

Dutta     

That the following responses to public questions taken on notice, be received and noted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

Meeting date:             21 June 2021

Raised by:                  Ms Isla MacGregor

Topic:                          William Crowther reinterpretation statue

Meeting date:             5 July 2021

Raised by:                  Mr Brian Corr

Topic:                          Code of Conduct Legal Expenses

9.1      404 Park Street, New Town - Partial Demolition, Alterations, Extension and Three Multiple Dwellings (One Existing, Two New)

Ref:    Open CPC 7.2.1, 16/08/2021

Application Expiry Date: 27 August 2021

That pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for partial demolition, alterations, extension, and three multiple dwellings (one existing, two new) at 404 Park Street, New Town TAS 7008, for the reasons outlined in the officer’s report marked as attachment A to item 7.2.1 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 16 August 2021, and a permit containing the following conditions be issued:

GEN

The use and/or development must be substantially in accordance with the documents and drawings that comprise Partial Demolition, Alterations, Extension, and Three Multiple Dwellings (One Existing, Two New) at 404 PARK STREET NEW TOWN TAS 7008 ­ Final Planning Documents except where modified below.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

TW

The use and/or development must comply with the requirements of TasWater as detailed in the form Submission to Planning Authority Notice, Reference No. TWDA 2021/00752­HCC dated 18/05/2021 as attached to the permit.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

ENG sw1

All stormwater from the proposed development (including but not limited to: roofed areas, ag drains, and impervious surfaces such as driveways and paved areas) must be drained to the Council’s stormwater infrastructure prior to first occupation or commencement of use (whichever occurs first).

Reason for condition

To ensure that stormwater from the site will be discharged to a suitable Council approved outlet.

SW 7

Prior to occupancy or the commencement of the use (whichever occurs first), any new stormwater connection must be constructed and existing redundant connection(s) be abandoned and sealed at the owner’s expense.

Prior to the issuing of any approval under the Building Act 2016 or commencement of works (whichever occurs first), detailed engineering drawings must be submitted and approved. The detailed engineering drawings must include:

1.      the location of the proposed connections and all existing connections;

2.      the size and design of the connection such that it is appropriate to safely service the development and in general accordance with Council's departures from the LGAT Tasmanian Standard Drawings, available from here;

3.      long­sections of the proposed connection clearly showing relative levels; clearances from any nearby services, poles or crossover wings; cover; size; material and delineation of public and private infrastructure;

4.      connections which are free­flowing gravity driven;

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved detailed engineering drawings.  The approved stormwater connection documents must be included in your plumbing permit application document set and listed in accompanying forms.

Advice: any proposed kerb connection must point downstream (ie with the flow) and be clear of the crossover wings.

SW 9

Prior to occupancy or the commencement of the approved use (whichever occurs first), stormwater detention for the site must be installed.

A stormwater management report and design must be submitted and approved as a Condition Endorsement, prior to the issue of any approval under the Building Act 2016 or the commencement of work on the site (whichever occurs first). The stormwater management report and design must be prepared by a suitably qualified engineer and must:

1.      include detailed design and supporting calculations of the detention tank showing:

1.   detention tank sizing such that there is no increase in flows fromthe developed site up to 5% AEP event to the kerb and gutter;

2.   the layout and long­section showing the inlet, outlet, tank connections, orifice size, overflow mechanism and invert level;

3.   the discharge rates and emptying times; and

4.   all assumptions must be clearly stated;

2.      include a supporting maintenance plan, which specifies the required maintenance measures to check and ensure the ongoing effective operation of all systems, such as: inspection frequency; cleanout procedures; descriptions and diagrams of how the installed systems operate; details of the life of assets and replacement requirements.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken and maintained in accordance with the approved stormwater management report and design.

Advice: This condition requires further information to be submitted as a Condition Endorsement. Refer to the Condition Endorsement advice at the end of this permit.

ENG 3a

The access driveway and parking module (parking spaces, aisles and manoeuvring areas) must be designed and constructed in accordance with Australian Standard AS/NZS2890.1:2004 (including the requirement for vehicle safety barriers where required), or a Council approved alternate design certified by a suitably qualified engineer to provide a safe and efficient access, and enable safe, easy and efficient use.

Advice: It is advised that designers consider the detailed design of the access and parking module prior to finalising the Finished Floor Level (FFL) of the parking spaces (especially if located within a garage incorporated into the dwelling), as failure to do so may result in difficulty complying with this condition.

Reason for condition

To ensure the safety of users of the access and parking module, and compliance with the relevant Australian Standard.

ENG 3c

The access driveway and parking module (parking spaces, aisles and manoeuvring areas) must be constructed in accordance with the Oramatis Studio documentation received by the Council on the 21st June 2021.

Reason for condition

To ensure the safety of users of the access and parking module, and compliance with the relevant Australian Standard.

ENG 4

The access driveway and parking module (car parking spaces, aisles and manoeuvring area) approved by this permit must be constructed to a sealed standard (spray seal, asphalt, concrete, pavers or equivalent Council approved) and surface drained to the Council's stormwater infrastructure prior to the commencement of use.

Reason for condition

To ensure the safety of users of the access driveway and parking module, and that it does not detract from the amenity of users, adjoining occupiers or the environment by preventing dust, mud and sediment transport.

ENG 5

The number of car parking spaces approved to be used on the site is four (4).

Parking space "UNIT 2 ­ P2" must be delineated by means of white or yellow lines 80mm to 100mm wide in accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZS 2890.1 2004, prior to first occupation of either Unit 1 or Unit 2.

Reason for condition

To ensure the provision of parking for the use is safe and efficient.

ENG 1

Any damage to council infrastructure resulting from the implementation of this permit, must, at the discretion of the Council:

1.      Be met by the owner by way of reimbursement (cost of repair and reinstatement to be paid by the owner to the Council); or

2.      Be repaired and reinstated by the owner to the satisfaction of the Council.

A photographic record of the Council's infrastructure adjacent to the subject site must be provided to the Council prior to any commencement of works.

A photographic record of the Council’s infrastructure (e.g. existing property service connection points, roads, buildings, stormwater, footpaths, driveway crossovers and nature strips, including if any, pre­existing damage) will be relied upon to establish the extent of damage caused to the Council’s infrastructure during construction. In the event that the owner/developer fails to provide to the Council a photographic record of the Council’s infrastructure, then any damage to the Council's infrastructure found on completion of works will be deemed to be the responsibility of the owner.

Reason for condition

To ensure that any of the Council's infrastructure and/or site­related service connections affected by the proposal will be altered and/or reinstated at the owner’s full cost.

ENV 1

Sediment and erosion control measures sufficient to prevent sediment from leaving the site must be installed prior to any disturbance of the site, and maintained until all areas of disturbance have been stabilized or re­vegetated.

Advice: For further guidance in preparing a Soil and Water Management Plan – in accordance with Fact sheet 3 Derwent Estuary Program click here.

Reason for condition

To avoid the sedimentation of roads, drains, natural watercourses, Council land that could be caused by erosion and runoff from the development, and to comply with relevant State legislation.

OPS 3

Pervious areas of the driveway area must be landscaped prior to occupancy.

A landscaping plan prepared by a suitably qualified person detailing the planting of areas of pervious surfaces within the driveway area must be submitted and approved as a Condition Endorsement, prior to the issue of any approval under the Building Act 2016.

The Landscaping Plan must include:

1.      The species and size at planting of shrubs, trees and ground covers.

2.      The location of driveways including vehicle swept paths, pedestrian footpaths and any proposed or existing underground infrastructure

3.      watering plan and ongoing arrangements to ensure the plants maintain a healthy state.

All landscaping must be planted and installed in accordance with the approved Landscaping Plan. Prior to occupancy, the person who prepared the Landscapng Plan (or another suitably qualified person), must provide written confirmation that the landscaping has been planted and installed in accordance with the approved Landscaping Plan.

The landscaping must be maintained and if any landscaping is lost, it must be replanted within 30 days of it being lost.

Advice: This condition requires further information to be submitted as a Condition Endorsement. Refer to the Condition Endorsement advice at the end of this permit.

Reason for condition

To ensure that the proposal provides a high standard of residential amenity and optimal environmental performance.

ADVICE

The applicant is encouraged to landscape other parts of the site to minimise visual bulk of the two new dwellings.

ADVICE

The following advice is provided to you to assist in the implementation of the planning permit that has been issued subject to the conditions above. The advice is not exhaustive and you must inform yourself of any other legislation, by­laws, regulations, codes or standards that will apply to your development under which you may need to obtain an approval. Visit the Council's website for further information.

Prior to any commencement of work on the site or commencement of use the following additional permits/approval may be required from the Hobart City Council.

CONDITION ENDORSEMENT

If any condition requires that further documents are submitted and approved, you will need to submit the relevant documentation to satisfy the condition via the Condition Endorsement Submission on Council's online services e­planning portal. Detailed instructions can be found here.

A fee of 2% of the value of the works for new public assets (stormwater infrastructure, roads and related assets) will apply for the condition endorsement applicationOnce approved, the Council will respond to you via email that the condition has been endorsed (satisfied).

Where building approval is also required, it is recommended that documentation for condition endorsement be submitted well before submitting documentation for building approval. Failure to address condition endorsement requirements prior to submitting for building approval may result in unexpected delays.

BUILDING PERMIT

You may need building approval in accordance with the Building Act 2016. Click here for more information.

This is a Discretionary Planning Permit issued in accordance with section 57 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.

PLUMBING PERMIT

You may need plumbing approval in accordance with the Building Act 2016, Building Regulations 2016 and the National Construction Code. Click here for more information.

OCCUPATION OF THE PUBLIC HIGHWAY

You may require a permit for the occupation of the public highway for construction or special event (e.g. placement of skip bin, scissor lift etc). Click here for more information.

BUILDING OVER AN EASEMENT

In order to build over the service easement, you will require the written consent of the person on whose behalf the easement was created, in accordance with section 74 of the Building Act 2016.

PLANNING

In the interests of privacy, the applicant is strongly encouraged to have the side and rear fencing be to a height of 2.1m, except within 4.5m of the frontage.

In the interests of privacy, the applicant is strongly encouraged to have the upstairs side bedroom windows and stair landing window frosted.

WASTE DISPOSAL

It is recommended that the developer liaise with the Council’s Cleansing and Solid Waste Unit regarding reducing, reusing and recycling materials associated with demolition on the site to minimise solid waste being directed to landfill.

Further information regarding waste disposal can also be found on the Council’s website.

FEES AND CHARGES

Click here for information on the Council's fees and charges.

DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG

Click here for dial before you dig information

Burnet

Behrakis                                              That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

9.2      34 Proctors Road, Dynnyrne - Partial Demolition

Ref:    Special Open CPC 3.1.1, 23/08/2021

That pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council refuse the application for partial demolition at 34 Proctors Road, Dynnyrne 7005 for the following reason:

1.      The proposal does not meet the acceptable solution or the performance criterion with respect to clause E13.8.1 A1 and P1 of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 because a chimney would be demolished and that chimney is significant and makes a contribution to the historic cultural heritage significance of the precinct. The applicant has not articulated environmental, social economic or safety reasons of greater values to the community than the chimney. A prudent and feasible alternative would have been to retain the chimney.

Burnet

Harvey                                                 That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION LOST

VOTING RECORD

Coats

Zucco                                                                                                                          

That pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for partial demolition at 34 Proctors Road, Dynnyrne, TAS 7005 for the reason that the proposal satisfies the requirements of the scheme including E13.8.1 P1, subject to the following condition:

GEN

The use and/or development must be substantially in accordance with the documents and drawings that comprise PLN-21-149 - 34 PROCTORS ROAD DYNNYRNE TAS 7005 - Final Planning Documents.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for partial demolition at 34 Proctors Road, Dynnyrne, TAS 7005 for the reason that the proposal satisfies the requirements of the scheme including E13.8.1 P1, subject to the following condition:

GEN

The use and/or development must be substantially in accordance with the documents and drawings that comprise PLN-21-149 - 34 PROCTORS ROAD DYNNYRNE TAS 7005 - Final Planning Documents.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

10.      Short Stay Accommodation - Potential Planning Scheme Amendments

Ref:    Open CPC 8.1, 16/08/2021

That:   1.    Council pursue inserting one or more specific area plans into the Hobart Local Provisions Schedule that prohibit entire home short stay accommodation use (excluding for ‘secondary residences’);

            2.    Council advocate to the Minister for Planning to issue a planning directive that immediately prohibits new permits for entire home short stay accommodation within the Hobart Local Government Area;

            3.    Council advocate for statewide regulations, similar to those in New South Wales, that enable councils to make decisions about properties within their local government area; and

            4.    Council advocate to the Tasmanian Government to form a ‘Housing Supply Forecasting Council’ in line with Recommendation 5 of the report Regulating Short-Stay Accommodation in Tasmania: Issues to consider and options for reform.

Burnet

Ewin                                                         That the recommendation be adopted.

Zucco
BEHRAKIS                                             

That Alderman Zucco be granted and additional one minute to address the meeting.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

BEHRAKIS
ZUCCO                                          

That Alderman Behrakis be granted and additional one minute to address the meeting.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

As a result of debate, the Lord Mayor decided the to put the vote for clauses 1 to 4 separately.

MOTION CARRIED
(Clause 1)

VOTING RECORD

MOTION CARRIED
(Clause 2)

VOTING RECORD

MOTION CARRIED
(Clause 3)

VOTING RECORD

MOTION CARRIED
(Clause 4)

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That:   1.    Council pursue inserting one or more specific area plans into the Hobart Local Provisions Schedule that prohibit entire home short stay accommodation use (excluding for ‘secondary residences’);

            2.    Council advocate to the Minister for Planning to issue a planning directive that immediately prohibits new permits for entire home short stay accommodation within the Hobart Local Government Area;

            3.    Council advocate for statewide regulations, similar to those in New South Wales, that enable councils to make decisions about properties within their local government area; and

            4.    Council advocate to the Tasmanian Government to form a ‘Housing Supply Forecasting Council’ in line with Recommendation 5 of the report Regulating Short-Stay Accommodation in Tasmania: Issues to consider and options for reform.

11.      Delivery Vehicles

Ref:    Open CPC 8.2, 16/08/2021

That:   1.    The Council continue to focus its regulatory effort on higher risk food activities including food production, processing and sales.

            2.    Any future complaints received regarding food delivery vehicles are investigated within operational protocols and legislated powers.

Burnet

Sherlock                                            That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

12.      Monthly Planning Statistics - 1 July - 31 July 2021

Ref:    Open CPC 8.3, 16/08/2021

That the planning statistical report of the Director City Planning be received and noted:

During the period 1 July 2021 to 31 July 2021, 61 permits were issued to the value of $10,800,580 which included:

(i)      5 new single dwellings to the value of $1,510,000;

(ii)     2 multiple dwellings to the value of $580,000;

(iii)    27 extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $4,229,000;

(iv)   7 extensions/alterations to commercial properties to the value of 4,209,980;

(v)     1 major project;

(a)     180 Harrington Street, Hobart - Partial Demolition, Alterations and Extension - $4,000,000;

During the period 1 July 2020 to 31 July 2020, 67 permits were issued to the value of $20,301,927 which included:

(i)      7 new single dwellings to the value of $3,376,000;

(ii)     3 multiple dwellings to the value of $900,000;

(iii)    29 extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $12,859,745;

(iv)   4 extensions/alterations to commercial properties to the value of $720,000;

(v)     2 major projects:

(a)     11 Swan Street, North Hobart - Partial Demolition, Alterations, Extension, Landscaping (including Tree Removal), and Car Parking - $8,203,000;

(b)     10 Evans Street, Hobart - Land Decontamination - $2,500,000;  

In the twelve months ending July 2021, 833 permits were issued to the value of $321,235,282; and

In the twelve months ending July 2020, 849 permits were issued to the value of $293,684,850

# This report includes permits issued, exempt and no permit required decisions.

Burnet

Sherlock                                            That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

13.      Monthly Building Statistics - 1 July - 31 July 2021

Ref:    Open CPC 8.4, 16/08/2021

That the building statistical report of the Director City Planning be received and noted:

During the period 1 July 2021 to 31 July 2021, 50 permits were issued to the value of $47,662,084 which included:

(i)      34 for extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $5,595,385;

(ii)     4 new dwellings to the value of $1,365,000;

(iii)    75 new multiple dwellings to the value of $32,437,499; and

(iv)    4 major projects:

(a)     62 Patrick Street, Hobart - Multiple New Dwellings X 68 Apartments - $29,195,499;

(b)     26 Lower Jordan Hill Road, West Hobart - Multiple New Dwellings X 5 - $3,212,000;

(c)     410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay - Commercial Internal Alterations - $2,800,000;

(d)     33 Argyle Street - Hobart - Commercial Internal Alterations - $2,348,000;

During the period 1 July 2020 to 31 July 2020, 57 permits were issued to the value of $18,938,311 which included:

(i)      16 for extensions/alterations to dwellings to the value of $3,050,575;

(ii)     20 new dwellings to the value of $7,395,555;

(iii)    2 new multiple dwellings to the value of $900,000; and

(iv)    3 major projects:

(a)     15 Gourlay Street, West Hobart - Commercial Extension - $4,000,000;

(b)     30 Bathurst Street. Hobart - Commercial Internal Alterations - $2,000,000;

(c)     6 Midwood Street, New Town - New Commercial Buildings and Associated Civil Works, Stage 1 - $1,069,160;

In the twelve months ending July 2021, 655 permits were issued to the value of $227,681,603; and

In the twelve months ending July 2020, 615 permits were issued to the value of $226,585,115

Burnet

Sherlock                                            That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

14.      Parking Meters in North Hobart

Alderman Zucco

Motion

“That the Hobart City Council immediately suspend the use of parking meters in North Hobart.

That the CEO be provided delegated Authority to consult with traders as per their parking requirements for the business strip of North Hobart and implement their needs as a matter of urgency.

That once any new parking arraignments are implemented the Hobart City Council embark on a marketing program with traders to rejuvenate business in the area with a report to the relevant committee as per costs and implementation.

That the Hobart City Council urgently write and further lobby the Minister for transport to consult with the Hobart City Council and Traders with the intent to implement Legislation to allow Local Government to administer Uber Eats and similar food delivery services.”

Rationale:

“It is obvious that the current Covid 19 crises is affecting businesses and the general public in Hobart Tasmania with North Hobart in the mix. The implementation of Parking meters in North Hobart has decimated a vast number of businesses in North Hobart with some losing around $5000 per week this is not sustainable and is causing Mental Stress for a vast number of family run small businesses in North Hobart.

How would any elected members or Senior HCC management feel if they were subjected to such losses.

Traders have expressed their concerns with a recent Petition in particular, affected traders were not consulted.

I have personally spoken to a vast number of traders who are frustrated and concerned that they were not consulted and the extent of their business losses over the past months.

The HCC is causing unnecessary loss of trade and mentally distressing traders who are already suffering due to covid.

The recent changes to the signs that involved a “Line” and the word “only” added is a another knee jerk reaction to a very serious issues that the HCC MUST start listening to those adversely affected first and foremost: The TRADERS

North Hobart is in a similar position as Yarraville in Victoria where meters were introduced and created similar issues as what we see in North Hobart. The Council involved removed meters after it was found that it impacted business dramatically.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-04/yarraville-paid-parking-put-on-hold-by-council/7003128

https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/gentrification-wins-in-the-west-melbourne-s-most-hated-parking-meters-to-get-a-new-home-20190607-p51vnb.html

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/leader/north-west/yarraville-paid-parking-scheme-has-impact-on-traders-study-reveals/news-story/eb83ca69f276295ac93ff0e34e23398e

The Council has an obligation to immediately suspend and possibly remove this unwanted impost on traders and furthermore NO OTHER small business prescient is being subjected to this type of big brother policy. There are NO Meters in South Hobart, Sandy Bay, Lower Sandy Bay, Lenah Valley or New Town. This is unjust.

The Solution to Uber eats and similar food delivery services are possible with changes to Legislation to allow Local Councils to regulate these services which I consider no different to regulating food trucks.

It’s not want we can do as action is possible so the question should be lets allow the CEO to FULLY consult with ALL traders (owners) and find solutions rather than impose restrictions that cause more harm than benefit.

The First step is to suspend and most likely remove these unwanted meters and work with those affected to move forward with solutions.”

The Chief Executive Officer reports:

The Council at its meeting on 9 August 2021 received a petition from Ms Lisa Martin of Winnings Newsagency, North Hobart.  Council’s Executive Leadership Team have commenced an URGENT review of the issues raised in the petition; together with the preparation of an Action Plan for Council consideration at an upcoming meeting to address a number of the economic impacts affecting businesses in North Hobart; in addition to a number of tangible projects focussed on business support, street and amenity improvements.

It is important to note that the operational parking policy changes unanimously adopted by Council on 23^rd November 2020 were developed to address multiple interconnected issues within precincts.  Without a comprehensive analysis (currently underway as part of the response to addressing the issues raised in the petition) and by removing a single component; unintended detrimental outcomes could result; including the return of parking congestion, inadequate parking availability and issues around social food delivery vehicles.  It is therefore considered appropriate to receive a comprehensive report from Council Officers on this matter prior to Council making a penultimate decision.

Zucco

Thomas                                                 

That the motion be adopted with the first sentence replaced with the following:

The Hobart City Council temporarily suspend the use of parking meters in North Hobart until such time as the CEO completes a comprehensive analysis into parking issues in North Hobart.

Zucco

Briscoe                                                                                                                      

Alderman Zucco be granted a further two minutes to address the meeting.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

Behrakis

Sherlock                                                                                                                  

That Alderman Behrakis be granted an additional one minute to address the meeting.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

MOTION LOST

VOTING RECORD

Dutta

Burnet                                                                                                                       

That Council wait until the CEO has reported back to the Council in response to the petition received from North Hobart traders, estimated to be in three weeks’ time, before making any decision in regards to the parking meters in North Hobart.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That Council wait until the CEO has reported back to the Council in response to the petition received from North Hobart traders, estimated to be in three weeks’ time, before making any decision in regards to the parking meters in North Hobart.

Attachment

a    Consultation undertaken by Ms Lisa Martin of Winnings Newsagents   

15.      Social Housing - Council Land

Alderman Behrakis and Councillor Ewin

Motion

“As part of the “Affordable Housing and Homelessness Commitment 2021-22”, Council report on whether any land or property owned by Hobart City Council is suitable or available to develop for the provision of social housing.”

Rationale:

“With Homelessness Week last week, now is an important opportunity to reflect on the responsibility that all levels of government, including Council, have in addressing the housing crisis.

One of the issues in the provision of social housing is access to appropriate land. Council has assorted land and property assets around the city, some of which could potentially be utilised in partnership with the State Government and relevant community housing providers for strategic public and social housing infill development.

This work fits in with our strategic plans, our longstanding advocacy and commitment to addressing the housing crisis and homelessness in our community, our incoming Housing and Homelessness commitment and action plan, and our Community Vision documents.

This is a low risk initiative: if no properties are identified as being appropriate then there is no detriment to Council; however, we can then honestly say we are doing what we can to help address the issue having taken stock of our own assets. Conversely, if we are able to activate any Council-owned land to provide much needed social housing, then Council will be helping provide a critical community need and addressing what is the biggest issue of our current term.”

The Chief Executive Officer reports:

A significant report considering land and property availability for housing development was presented to City Planning Committee on 13 November 2017 as part of a broader housing report. This report included details and plans of potential but limited land opportunities owned by the City. The report noted issues with a number of the sites that would require considerable further investigation. A copy of the list is attached for information.

This report was then considered by the Council at its meeting of 20 November 2017 where is was resolved inter alia that:

2.    The Council defer any decision to pursue the sale and redevelopment of any Council properties identified on Attachment E of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017, until a future point in time.

It is noted that whilst the Council owns a large number of properties, few have the potential for residential development. Based on officer advice in the 2017 report these properties identified for potential residential development would still require significant analysis as each has particular constraints attached. Further, since 2017 the property listed as the Goulburn Street car park has been developed for affordable housing in partnership with the state government.

The community engagement process for the Draft Affordable Housing and Homelessness Commitment 2021-23 has recently concluded with the Commitment to be presented to the Council in September for endorsement.

It is proposed that Commitment include a new action to review the listing of City of Hobart land and property holdings that could potentially provide an opportunity for the development of social housing to ensure that the information relating to the identified land and property is still relevant.

Attachment a:   Land and property listing identified in report of 2017

Behrakis

Ewin                                                                           

That the motion be adopted with the words ‘any land or property owned’ being replaced with ‘any land, property or air rights owned’.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That as part of the “Affordable Housing and Homelessness Commitment 2021-22”, Council report on whether any land, property or air rights owned by Hobart City Council is suitable or available to develop for the provision of social housing.

Attachment

a    Land and property listing identified in report of 2017   

16.      2020-21 Annual Plan - Final Report
Period Ended 30 June 2021

Ref:    Open FGC 6.1, 17/08/2021

That the Council endorse the Annual Plan Final report for the period ending 30 June 2021, marked as Attachment A to item 6.1 of the Finance and Governance Committee meeting of 17 August 2021.

Zucco

Thomas                                                 That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

17.      Sandy Bay Rowing Club, Marieville Esplanade - Request for Extension of Lease Footprint

Ref:    Open PRC 6.1, 12/08/2021

That:   1.    An extension of lease footprint to the Sandy Bay Rowing Club over a section of land outside of its premises at Marieville Esplanade, Battery Point (marked as Attachment A to item 6.1 of the Open Parks and Recreation Committee agenda of 12 August 2021), be approved, subject to no objections being received during the statutory community engagement process required under Sections 178 and 179 of the Local Government Act 1993.

(i)    Should any objections be received during the community engagement period, a further report will be provided to the Council.

2.    The extended lease footprint area be added to the existing lease which, if all lease options are pursued, expires in 2030 under the same terms and conditions as the current lease.

3.    The Chief Executive Officer be authorised to finalise the terms and conditions of the lease.

4.    In accordance with the Council Policy ‘Grants and Benefits Disclosure’ the benefit recognised to the Sandy Bay Rowing Club by way of reduced rental as part of the amended lease be disclosed in the City’s Annual Report.

5.    The Club submit a landscaping plan, including furniture design, to the satisfaction of the Director City Amenity, prior to any on-ground improvements being undertaken by the Club.

BRISCOE

EWIN                                                        That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

18.      Clare Street Oval, New Town - Changeroom and Toilet Improvements

Ref:    Open PRC 6.2, 12/08/2021

That:   1.    The Council endorse the proposal to significantly upgrade and enhance the public toilet and changerooms facilities at Clare Street Oval, New Town, as detailed in the report of 6 August 2021 marked as item 6.2 of the Open Parks and Recreation Committee agenda of 12 August 2021.

(i)      The Council note the City’s current asset replacement budget allocation of $900,000, together with State Government’s ‘Levelling the Playing Field’ grant funding of $450,000 for the improvement works.

2.    The CEO be delegated authority to secure all statutory permits for the development to proceed.

Briscoe

Sherlock                                            That the recommendation be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

19.      Elected Member Professional Development Plan - Councillor Jax Ewin

Burnet

Sherlock     

That the recommendation contained in the Special Report of the Lord Mayor, marked as item 19 of the Open Council Agenda of 23 August 2021, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That the professional development plan for Councillor Jax Ewin, as attached to the Open Council Agenda of 23 August 2021, be received and noted.

21.      COVID-19 Update - Business Support and Engagement

Burnet

DUTTA     

That the recommendation contained in the Special Report of the Chief Executive Officer, marked as supplementary item 21 of the Open Council Agenda of 23 August 2021, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COUNCIL RESOLUTION:

That:

1.      The Chief Executive Officer be delegated the authority to develop a local economic package to support business who continue to be impacted by border closures.

2.      The local economic package, include, but not be limited to, the following components:

(a) One-on-one advice and support through a new Business Concierge Service

(b) Provision of rent relief in Council-owned and managed buildings;

(c)  Suspend fees for occupation licences for outdoor dining for affected businesses;

(d) Reduce registration fees for food businesses;

(e) Facilitate business support round tables focusing on impacted industries such as tourism and hospitality and the creative industries;

(f)  Partner with the State Government to provide one-off grants to support small businesses not eligible for the most recent round of State and Federal Government grants;

(g) Review parking arrangements across the city to support business affected by border restrictions;

(h) Continue to explore the feasibility of a weekend ferry service from Bellerive to Hobart to support Tasmania’s Own Market and our waterfront hospitality and retail sector;

(i)   Commence a comprehensive return to the Hobart CBD campaign and work with key industry leaders to encourage their staff to return to our CBD offices to ensure support for city traders.

3.     The Council approve an increased budget allocation of up $100,000, in addition to the existing $56,000, for additional grants to assist impacted business.  The program to be funded from the major events sponsorship budget.