Assignment 2: Site Analysis

Site analysis

Site area: 713sqm.

Existing sites according to site survey above: 

Lot 3 -Two storey rendered brick residence.

Lot 5 - Two storey rendered brick residence.

Land Zone

R2: Low density residential (LEP, p11-12)

      Objectives of zone

- to provide for the housing needs of the community whitin a low density residential environment

- to enable other land uses that provide facilities or services to meet the day to day needs of residents

- to retain the single dwelling of character of the environmentally sensitive residential areas of Mosman.

- To maintain the general dominance of landscape ove build form, particularly on harbour foreshores.

- To ensure that sites are of sufficient size to provide for buildings, vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping and retention of natural topographical features.

-  To ensure that development is of a height and scale that complements the desire future character.

- To encourage residential development that has regard to local amenity and, in particular, public and private views.

Distances to transport and local services

Bus stop ~65m.

·   Balmoral beach ~100m.

·   Balmoral Beach Club ~150m.

·   Awaba Café ~250m.

·   The Bathers’ Pavilion ~300m.

·   Hunters Park ~500m.

·   Rocky Point ~550m.

	Meaning	Description	Numerical results	Reference
Maximum height		Maximum of two storeys. Council may allow an additional storey in attic roof space of existing and new buildings, or in the foundation space of existing buildings, provided that the building height and bulk is of an appropriate form and scale. Council may consider consistent pitched roof forms to extend beyond max building height.	Max height = 8.5m Max wall height = 7.2m.	Clause 4.2, Siting and Scale (RDCP)
Floor space ratio	The floor space ratio of buildings on a site is the ratio of the gross floor area of all buildings within the site to the site area.	Maximum floor space ratio if the site area is greater than 700 square metres—0.5:1 for 700 square metres and 0.4:1 for the remaining area.	Site area = 713sqm FSR = (700x0.5) + (13x0.4) = 355.2sqm.	Clause 4.4A,  Floor Space Ratio – Area 1 (LEP)
Setbacks to boundaries	Setbacks define the overall footprint of a building and the outer extremities of that building in relation to the front, side and rear boundaries. Appropriate street setbacks controls can contribute to the public domain by enhancing the streetscape character and continuity of street facades.		Minimum side boundary setback of: 900mm if single storey (<3.6m wall height) or 1.5m if two storey (up to 7.2m wall height)	Clause 4.2, Siting and Scaling (RDCP)
Fencing	Fences play a major role in deteminnig the appearance of developments and their contribution towards the streetscape.	Front fences, and side fences forward of the building line, must have max height of 1.2m above footpath level.	Max height of 1.2m, under special circumstances may exceed up to 1.8m.	Clause 5.2, Fences and Walls (RDCP)
Landscaping	Landscaping plays an important role in integrating new development into a streetscape, improving the level of amenity, improving local habitat for flora and fauna.	For site areas between 500-900sqm, the following formula must be applied (resulting in a percentage of site area). LA% = 30+[(SA-500)]/20 Where SA = site area = 713sqm.	LA = 30+[(713-500)/20] Minimum landscaped area as percentage of the site = LA = 40.65%	Clause 4.4 Landscaping (RDCP)

Notes:

View sharing (Clause 4.3, View Sharing (RDCP))

-           - Public views and vistas must be protected and maintained where possible – where available from the street, should be preserved by use of open style fencing and carports.

-          - New development should be designed to minimise view loss to adjoining and adjacent properties while still providing opportunities for views from the development itself.

-           - Trees with light open foliage and canopy are preferred (which do not obstruct views but do contribute to the wooded landscape of Mosman. Species such as Leyland Cypress (Leighton Green) and its cultivars should not be planted)