Built and Natural Environment - Reports
Ordinary Meeting - 05 December 2012
The objector is concerned that their privacy will be compromised by the proposed subdivision. The proposed subdivision will have minimal amenity impacts on the objector’s property. The common boundary between the site and the objector’s property boundary to the east is approximately 20 metres from the western wall of the dwelling 43 Taylors Lane. This degree of separation between this dwelling and any proposed dwelling on Lot 1 may be reinforced with the planting of trees, but should not be a mandatory requirement. There is ample space on the site and it is unlikely that any future dwelling constructed on Lot 1 will be located so close to the eastern boundary as to cause privacy issues for the objector. The application has been assessed as satisfactorily addressing the objectives and standards of ResCode as contained in Clause 56 of the Planning Scheme. Devaluation of Property and Loss of Views Devaluation of property and loss of views are not town planning considerations as has been repeatedly tested at VCAT. Conclusion For the reasons above, it is considered that the proposed subdivision complies with the Planning Scheme and a permit should be granted. Options Council, acting as the responsible authority, may resolve to approve or refuse to grant a permit. Attachments •
Objection
RECOMMENDATION Pursuant to section 61 of the Planning and Environment Act (1987), Greater Bendigo City Council resolve to issue a Notice of Decision to Grant a Permit for a two lot subdivision at 45 Taylors Lane, Strathfieldsaye subject to the following conditions: 1.
PLANS TO BE ENDORSED The plans to be endorsed and which will then form part of the permit are the plans submitted with the application.
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LAYOUT PLANS The subdivision, as shown on the endorsed plans, must not be altered without the prior written consent of the responsible authority.
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PROVISION OF SERVICES The owner of the land must enter into agreements with the relevant authorities for the provision of water supply, drainage, sewerage facilities, electricity, gas and telecommunication services to each lot shown on the endorsed plan in PAGE 61