Minutes (Open Portion)

City Planning Committee Meeting

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13/11/2017

Minutes (Open Portion)

City Planning Committee Meeting

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13/11/2017

COCKER

The minutes of the Open Portion of the City Planning Committee meeting held on Monday, 30 October 2017 and the Special City Planning Committee meeting held on Thursday, 2 November 2017, be confirmed as an accurate record. 

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

Minutes (Open Portion)

City Planning Committee Meeting

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13/11/2017

7.1.1   3 - 4 Montgomery Court, Sandy Bay - Multiple Dwellings (Re-Advertised - Amended Proposal)

RUZICKA

That:   Pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council refuse the application for multiple dwellings at 3-4 Montgomery Court, Sandy Bay for the following reasons:

1.      The proposal does not meet the acceptable solutions or the performance criteria with respect to clause 11.4.1 A1 and P1(a) of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 in that the proposal does not contribute to a range of dwelling types and sizes appropriate to the locality, or provide for a specific accommodation need, such as aged care, special needs or student accommodation.

2.      The proposal does not meet the acceptable solutions or the performance criteria with respect to clause 11.4.2 A3 and P3 of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 in that the siting and scale of the proposal causes an unreasonable loss of amenity by:

(i).     Resulting in a reduction in sunlight to a habitable room (other than a bedroom) of a dwelling on an adjoining lot;

(ii).    Resulting in overshadowing of the private open space of a dwelling on an adjoining lot;

(iii).   Resulting in visual impacts caused by the apparent scale, bulk and proportions of the proposal when viewed from an adjoining lot;

(iv).   Not providing separation between dwellings on adjoining lots that is compatible with that prevailing in the surrounding area.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:   Pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council refuse the application for multiple dwellings at 3-4 Montgomery Court, Sandy Bay for the following reasons:

1.      The proposal does not meet the acceptable solutions or the performance criteria with respect to clause 11.4.1 A1 and P1(a) of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 in that the proposal does not contribute to a range of dwelling types and sizes appropriate to the locality, or provide for a specific accommodation need, such as aged care, special needs or student accommodation.

2.      The proposal does not meet the acceptable solutions or the performance criteria with respect to clause 11.4.2 A3 and P3 of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 in that the siting and scale of the proposal causes an unreasonable loss of amenity by:

(i).     Resulting in a reduction in sunlight to a habitable room (other than a bedroom) of a dwelling on an adjoining lot;

(ii).    Resulting in overshadowing of the private open space of a dwelling on an adjoining lot;

(iii).   Resulting in visual impacts caused by the apparent scale, bulk and proportions of the proposal when viewed from an adjoining lot;

(iv).   Not providing separation between dwellings on adjoining lots that is compatible with that prevailing in the surrounding area.

7.1.2   88 Augusta Road, Lenah Valley - Partial Demolition and Multiple Dwelling

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the report of the Development Appraisal Planner and the Senior Statutory Planner of 2 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:   Pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for Partial Demolition and Multiple Dwelling at 88 Augusta Road, Lenah Valley for the reasons outlined in the officer’s attached to item 7.1.2 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017 report 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 PLN­17­702 ­ 88 AUGUSTA ROAD LENAH VALLEY 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 2017/01518­HCC dated 29/09/2017 as attached to the permit.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

PLN 15

A demolition waste management plan must be implemented throughout demolition.

The demolition waste management plan must include provisions for the handling, transport and disposal of demolition material, including any contaminated waste and recycling opportunities, to satisfy the above requirement.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved demolition waste management plan.

Advice:

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 can also be found on the Council’s website.

Reason for condition

To ensure that solid waste management from the site meets the Council’s requirements and standards.

ENG 4

The circulation roadway, car parking and turning areas, must be constructed in accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZS 2890.1 and to a sealed standard, and surface drained prior to the first occupation.

Advice:

Please note that this condition does not encompass the driveway access, which has been approved under performance criteria with pedestrian sight distances that do not comply with AS/NZS 2890.1.

Reason for condition

To ensure the safety of users of the car parking areas.

ENG 1

The cost of repair of any damage to the Council's infrastructure resulting from the implementation of this permit, must be met by the owners within 30 days of the completion of the development or as otherwise determined by 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. Sediment controls must be 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.

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.

BUILDING PERMIT

Building approval in accordance with the Building Act 2016. Click here for more information.

Discretionary Planning Permit issued pursuant to section 57 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.

PLUMBING PERMIT

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

STORM WATER

Please note that in addition to a building and/or plumbing permit, development must be in accordance with the Hobart City Council’s Hydraulic Services By law. Click here for more information.

WORK PLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

Appropriate occupational health and safety measures must be employed during the works to minimise direct human exposure to potentially­contaminated soil, water, dust and vapours. Click here for more information.

NOISE REGULATIONS

Click here for information with respect to noise nuisances in residential areas.

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.

7.1.3   64-66 Molle Street, Hobart - Partial Demolition, Alterations and Extensions

RUZICKA

That the recommendation contained in the report of the Development Appraisal Planner and the Senior Statutory Planner of 3 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:   Pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for partial demolition, alterations and extensions at 64­66 Molle Street, Hobart for the reasons outlined in the officer’s report attached to item 7.1.3 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017 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 PLN­17­657 ­ 64­66 MOLLE STREET HOBART TAS 7000 ­ Final Planning Documents except where modified below.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

PLN 15

A demolition waste management plan must be implemented throughout demolition. The demolition waste management plan must include provisions for the handling, transport and disposal of demolition material, including any contaminated waste and recycling opportunities, to satisfy the above requirement.

Advice:

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 can also be found on the Council’s website.

Reason for condition

To ensure that solid waste management from the site meets the Council’s requirements and standards.

PLN 3

The siting of the communal waste bins storage area must be altered to improve pedestrian access and residential amenity. The storage area must be setback a minimum 1.5m from the building. The altered storage area, including the 1.2m high screening, must be installed prior to first occupation.

Advice:

A 120 litre waste bin occupies an area of 0.46m by 0.52m and 0.9m high; and a 140 litre recycle bin (rather than the normal 240 litre) occupies an area of 0.53m by 0.62m and 0.92m high.

Reason for condition

To ensure that the rubbish bins do not impact on the amenity of the residents and locality, and to ensure compliance with the outdoor storage standards in the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015.

PLN s2

The height of the extension must be reduced by 0.5m from that shown on the submitted plan Elevations (8 of 10 dated 21 September 2017).

Prior to the issue of any approval under the Building Act 2016, revised plans must be submitted and approved showing the height of the building extension reduced by 0.5m to satisfy the above requirement.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved revised plans.

Reason for condition

To provide reasonable amenity for occupants of the dwellings and adjacent neighbours.

ENG 1

The cost of repair of any damage to the Council’s infrastructure resulting from the implementation of this permit, must be met by the owners within 30 days of the completion of the development or as otherwise determined by 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. Sediment controls must be 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.

HER 10

The dimensions of the four new windows facing Molle Street must be changed to have more traditional proportions. This condition relates to the three windows facing Molle Street and the window in the new dormer also facing Molle Street.

Prior to the issuing of any approval under the Building Act 2016, revised plans must be submitted and approved showing the following:

1.      The three sash windows on the ground floor facing Molle Street having the proportions where the width is 6/10ths of the height of the window. E.g. for a window that is 1200mm high, it must be 720mm wide.

2.      The sash window of the new front dormer window is also of the proportion where its width is 6/10ths of its height.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved revised plans.

Reason for condition

To ensure that development in the form of new windows on a heritage place and in a heritage precinct is undertaken in a sympathetic manner that does not cause loss of historic cultural heritage values.

HER 11

The rear eaves of the c.1840s house must be retained in an original form and the proposed rear extension must be set away from the rear wall of the original house by 400mm. This condition applies to that upper section of the wall shown in plan drawing 8 of 10 of the north east highlight windows only.

Prior to the issuing of any approval under the Building Act 2016, revised plans must be submitted and approved showing the wall with the north east highlight windows set away from the original house by 400mm to clear the eaves of the original house to satisfy the above requirement.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved revised plans.

Reason for condition

To ensure that development at a heritage place is undertaken in a sympathetic manner which does not cause loss of historic cultural heritage significance.

HER 8

All early and original heritage fabric removed from the subject property is to be protected and reused.

Prior to the issuing of any approval under the Building Act 2016, revised plans must be submitted and approved showing how bricks removed from the two internal walls and chimneys, early and original floor boards and timbers and sandstone slabs are to be reused on the subject property.

All work required by this condition must be undertaken in accordance with the approved documents.

Reason for condition

To ensure that demolition in whole or part of a heritage place does not result in the loss of historic cultural heritage values.

HER 3

No signs are approved as part of this permit.

Reason for condition

To ensure any new signs satisfy the relevant standards for signs on heritage places and in heritage precincts.

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.

BUILDING PERMIT

Building permit in accordance with the Building Act 2016. Click here for more information.

Discretionary Planning Permit issued pursuant to section 57 of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993.

PLUMBING PERMIT

Plumbing permit in accordance with the Building Act 2016, Building Regulations

2016 and the National Construction Code. Click here for more information.

STORM WATER

Please note that in addition to a building and/or plumbing permit, development must be in accordance with the Hobart City Council’s Hydraulic Services By law. Click here for more information.

WORK PLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

Appropriate occupational health and safety measures must be employed during the works to minimise direct human exposure to potentially­contaminated soil, water, dust and vapours. Click here for more information.

NOISE REGULATIONS

Click here for information with respect to noise nuisances in residential areas.

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.

7.1.4   233 - 235 Liverpool Street, Hobart - Multiple Dwellings and Business and Professional Services

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the report of the Development Appraisal Planner and the Manager Development Appraisal of 2 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:   Pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council approve the application for Multiple Dwellings and Business and Professional Services at 233 ­ 235 Liverpool Street, Hobart for the reasons outlined in the officer’s report attached to item 7.1.4 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017 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 PLN­17­703 ­ 233­235 LIVERPOOL STREET HOBART TAS 7000 ­ 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 2017/01516­HCC dated 28 September 2017 as attached to the permit.

Reason for condition

To clarify the scope of the permit.

PLN 17

Prior to first occupation, external lighting to illuminate car parking areas and pedestrian paths must be provided in accordance with AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2005 Lighting for Roads and Public Spaces. Prior to the first occupation, the external lighting must operate in accordance with Australian Standard AS4282 ­ Control of the Obtrusive Effects of Outdoor Lighting.

Reason for condition

To ensure that building design provides for the safety of the public and to ensure that parking and vehicle circulation roadways and pedestrian paths used outside daylight hours are provided with lighting to a standard which

(a)      enables easy and efficient use;

(b)      promotes the safety of users;

(c)      minimises opportunities for crime or anti­social behaviour; and

(d)      prevents unreasonable light overspill impacts.

ENG sw4

The new stormwater connection must be constructed at the owner’s expense and all existing connections abandoned and sealed by Council at the owner’s expense, prior to the issue of any approval under the Building Act 2016.

Advice:

A stormwater service connection must be approved by Council's City Infrastructure Unit prior to construction of the stormwater service connection. A road opening permit may also be required if the stormwater service connection works will be undertaken within the highway reservation. Please contact Council’s City Infrastructure Unit to initiate an application for a stormwater service connection and obtain a Road Opening Permit (if required).

Reason for condition

To ensure the site is drained adequately.

ENG sw6

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

Reason for condition

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

ENG 5

The number of car parking spaces approved on the site is five (5). Car parking space P01 must be 2.4m wide.  All parking spaces must be delineated by means of white or yellow lines 80mm to 100mm wide, or white or yellow pavement markers in accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZS 2890.1 2004, prior to first occupation.

Reason for condition

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

ENG 8

The use of the car parking spaces is restricted to User Class 1A (residential, domestic and employee parking) in accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZS2890.1:2004 Table 1.1.

Prior to first occupation, a sign approved by the Council and in accordance with Australian Standards AS/NZS1742.11:2016, must be erected at the entry of the parking access to indicate the parking area is for residents only.

Reason for condition

In the interests of vehicle user safety and the amenity of the development.

ENG 1

The cost of repair of any damage to the Council's infrastructure resulting from the implementation of this permit, must be met by the owners within 30 days of the completion of the development or as otherwise determined by 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.

ENG s1

The burdening stormwater easement shown on drawing 1714­202 must be expunged from title 9273/2 prior to commencement of works.

Advice:

Approval for alternative stormwater disposal from title 9273/1 is likely to be required under the Building Act 2016 in order to obtain the relevant consent to allow the stormwater easement to be expunged.

Reason for condition

To ensure that the site is adequately drained

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. Sediment controls must be 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.

HER 6

The removal of the existing hard standing and any associated concrete slab must be monitored by a suitably qualified archaeologist. Should any features or deposits of an archaeological nature be discovered on the site prior to or during excavation or disturbance, all excavation and/or disturbance must stop immediately; and:

1.       A qualified archaeologist must be engaged to attend the site and provide advice and assessment of the features and/or deposits discovered and make recommendations on further excavation and/or disturbance; and,

2.       All and any recommendations made by the archaeologist engaged in accordance with (1) above must be complied with in full; and,

3.       All features and/or deposits discovered must be reported to the Council with three (3) days of the discovery; and,

4.       A copy of the archaeologist's advice, assessment and recommendations obtained in accordance with paragraph (1) above must be provided to the Council within 15 days of receipt of the advice, assessment and recommendations.

Excavation and/or disturbance must not recommence unless and until approval is granted from the Council.

Reason for condition

To ensure that work is planned and implemented in a manner that seeks to understand, retain, protect, preserve and manage significant archaeological evidence.

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.

USE

This permit gives approval for the area marked as "commercial tenancy" on the approved floor plan to be used for a use within the Business and Professional Services Use Class of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015. The permit is issued on the basis that the use of this part of the building would comply with the acceptable solutions for the relevant Use Standards for the Central Business Zone. These standards include hours of operation, noise, external lighting, and commercial vehicle movements. Any use of the site that does not comply with the acceptable solutions for the Use Standards requires further approval. Any use of the site other than that within the Residential Use Class or the Business and Professional Services Use Class may require further approval. It is recommended that any potential users of the site check with the Council regarding the requirement for further approval before commencement of use.

FRONT FACADE

The developer is encouraged to consider incorporating a greater degree of articulation, detailing, range of materials and outward expression of each floor level within the building's front facade, and to consider an alternative finish, materials or colouration to the building's north east facing return elevation within 15m of the front boundary line. For further advice, please contact the Council's Cultural Heritage Officer on 6238 2457.

BUILDING PERMIT

Building approval in accordance with the Building Act 2016. Click here for more information.

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

PLUMBING PERMIT

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

Permit for the occupation of the public highway for construction or special event (e.g. placement of skip bin, crane, scissor lift etc). Click here for more information.

Occupational license for structures in the Hobart City Council highway reservation, in accordance with conditions to be established by the Council. Click here for more information.

Road closure permits for construction or special event. Click here for more information.

Permit to Open Up and Temporarily Occupy a Highway (for work in the road reserve). Click here for more information.

GENERAL EXEMPTION (TEMPORARY) PARKING PERMITS

General Exemption permits for construction vehicles i.e. residential or meter parking/loading zones. Click here for more information.

BUILDING OVER AN EASEMENT

In order to build over the service easement, you will require the consent in accordance with section 74 of the Building Act 2016.

NEW SERVICE CONNECTION

New service connection (please contact the Hobart City Council's City Infrastructure Division to initiate the application process).

STORM WATER

Please note that in addition to a building and/or plumbing permit, development must be in accordance with the Hobart City Council’s Hydraulic Services By law. Click here for more information.

WORK WITHIN THE HIGHWAY RESERVATION

Please note development must be in accordance with the Hobart City Council’s Highways By law. Click here for more information.

WEED CONTROL

Effective measures are detailed in the Tasmanian Washdown Guidelines for Weed and Disease Control: Machinery, Vehicles and Equipment (Edition 1, 2004). The guidelines can be obtained from the Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment website.

WORK PLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY

Appropriate occupational health and safety measures must be employed during the works to minimise direct human exposure to potentially­contaminated soil, water, dust and vapours. Click here for more information.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

In accordance with the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994, local government has an obligation to "use its best endeavours to prevent or control acts or omissions which cause or are capable of causing pollution." Click here for more information.

NOISE REGULATIONS

Click here for information with respect to noise nuisances in residential areas.

FEES AND CHARGES

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

DIAL BEFORE YOU DIG

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7.1.5   22 Norfolk Crescent - Multiple Dwelling - PLN-17-272 

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the memorandum of the Manager Development Appraisal of 8 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That pursuant to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015, the Council refuse the application for a multiple dwelling at 22 Norfolk Crescent Sandy Bay for the reasons outlined in the officer’s report dated 17 August 2017, marked as Attachment A to item 7.1.5 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017 and on the following ground:

1.       The proposal does not meet the acceptable solution or the performance criterion with respect to clause 10.4.1 A1 and P1 of the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015  because (a) the proposed density is not compatible with the density of the surrounding area; and (b) the proposed multiple dwelling does not provide for a significant social or community housing benefit.

7.2.1   Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 - Sullivans Cove Planning Scheme 1997 - Royal Hobart Hospital Helipad Airspace - Proposed Amendments

RUZICKA

That the recommendation contained in the memorandum of the Manager Planning Policy & Heritage and the Director City Planning of 7 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:  1.     Pursuant to Section 39(2) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the Council recommend to the Tasmanian Planning Commission that the PSA-17-6 Amendment to the Hobart Interim Planning Scheme 2015 be modified as shown in Attachment B to item 7.2.1 of the Open City Planning Committee agenda of 13 November 2017, prior to final approval.

2.    Pursuant to Section 39(2) of the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the Council recommend to the Tasmanian Planning Commission that the PSA-17-7 Amendment to the Sullivans Cove Planning Scheme 1997 be approved as certified.

8.1      Visitor Accommodation - Residential Research - Residential Development Incentives

COCKER

That voting in respect to each clause be taken separately.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COCKER

That:   1.    The City of Hobart facilitate and chair a round table discussion with representatives from various organisations, including but not limited to Shelter Tasmania, Housing Tasmania, the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania, the Tenants’ Union of Tasmania, the University of Tasmania and major employers within the City of Hobart, to identify gaps in the data required to better understand the housing market and in particular rental needs and demand and the impact of visitor accommodation, and investigate practical ways to move forward in relation to visitor accommodation and the supply of housing.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COCKER

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.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COCKER

3.    The Council provide a summary of the issues discussed in this report to the major political parties in Tasmania for consideration.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That:  1.     The City of Hobart facilitate and chair a round table discussion with representatives from various organisations, including but not limited to Shelter Tasmania, Housing Tasmania, the Real Estate Institute of Tasmania, the Tenants’ Union of Tasmania, the University of Tasmania and major employers within the City of Hobart, to identify gaps in the data required to better understand the housing market and in particular rental needs and demand and the impact of visitor accommodation, and investigate practical ways to move forward in relation to visitor accommodation and the supply of housing.

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.

3.    The Council provide a summary of the issues discussed in this report to the major political parties in Tasmania for consideration.

8.2      Conference Reporting - Eco City World Summit -
12 to 14 July 2017

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the memorandum of the General Manager of 6 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That the information be received and noted.

8.3      Delegated Decisions Report (Planning)

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the memorandum of the Director City Planning of 7 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That the information be received and noted.      

8.4      City Planning - Advertising List

DENISON

That the recommendation contained in the memorandum of the Director City Planning of 7 November 2017, be adopted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

COMMITTEE RESOLUTION:

That the information be received and noted.

DENISON

That the information be received and noted.

MOTION CARRIED

VOTING RECORD

10.1    Alderman Harvey - Supply of Re-Fillable Take Away Containers to Commercial Eateries and Supermarkets

Question:    Could the Director please provide the guidelines around patrons supplying their own re-usable takeaway containers for filling when purchasing take-away meals and other consumables from restaurants, cafes and supermarkets?

Answer:       The Director City Planning took the questions on notice.

10.2    Alderman Harvey - Condition Surrounding Sediment and Erosion Control

Question:    Could the Director please advise if there is any way to strengthen the condition within development applications surrounding sediment and erosion control within the planning schemes to ensure that maximum control is being undertaken?

Answer:       The Director City Planning took the question on notice.

10.3    Alderman Reynolds - Progression of the Flammable Cladding Audit

Question:    Can the Council ask the State Government for details about the scope and progress of their flammable cladding audit, including whether the number of buildings captured by the audit and whether the audit extends to the use of the cladding on residential buildings, as has occurred in South Australia and other states?

Answer:       The Director City Planning took the question on notice.