Discovery Point - Building

Discovery Point – Building 14 – FAQs This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) document was created on 9 August 2021 following the Discovery Point Community Webinar held on 5 August 2021 for the proposed development of Building 14.

Frasers Property has developed the following FAQs based on the feedback and common queries received during the webinar and via direct email and phone calls. We are committed to keeping the community informed and this FAQ document will continue to be updated as the project progresses.

Frasers Property Australia is one of Australia's leading diversified property groups. Since 1924, we have created stronger, smarter, happier neighbourhoods, delivering over 140,000 homes during our legacy, including the award winning Discovery Point community, which offers everything that connected living is all about. We will continue to work with the Discovery Point and Wolli Creek community as we develop our plans for Building 14.

Project Overview Why is this project happening and how does Building 14 fit into the Discovery Point masterplan?

The Discovery Point Concept Plan was approved on 5 May 2011 and establishes planning controls and a development framework for Discovery Point. The Concept Plan has been modified on four occasions since 2011 and has always included the site at Building 14.

This proposal represents the final step in the completion of the approved Discovery Point Concept Plan and will complete delivery of the overall vision for the precinct.

What will you be seeking approval for?

The project will explore options for a new 9-10 storey Build-to-Rent (BTR) building, with units created solely for the purpose of private rental housing at market rents. The redevelopment will also contribute an activated ground plane, with a lobby, amenities and retail opportunities. Integrated station access will also be included within the new building design.

An administrative amendment of the current Concept Plan is required to align the maximum Gross Floor Area (GFA) and proposed use for Build-to-Rent housing.

How will this project benefit the local community?

This project aims to deliver the following improvements to the Wolli Creek community: • Building activation and improved streetscape, including landscaping and weather protection • More activation at street level, with retail, amenities and a lobby • Integrated train station access • Sensitive and high-quality design consistent with the local character • Enhanced accessibility to the station from the street • BTR housing to improve rental housing choice.

What is Build-to-Rent housing and who will be renting the units?

Build-to-Rent (BTR) housing is a common class of housing in the United States of America and the United Kingdom, and is starting to emerge in Australia. Build-to-Rent housing means the units are available for rent by anyone, but owned and managed by a single operator. In this case, Frasers Property Australia will own and manage the apartments, and will be responsible for reviewing rental applications similar to standard onmarket housing.

Frasers Property intends to deliver a high-quality BTR apartments that meet market demand for premium rental accommodation close to public transport infrastructure.

BTR housing is defined as its own category of housing typology and is a key priority of the NSW Government. You can read more about it here.

Planning Process What is an SSD DA? A State Significant Development (SSD) Development Application (DA) is a type of development application.

Normally, DA’s are considered by council. But the NSW Government’s planning process includes a specific process for proposals of a certain size, economic value or potential impact such as for Building 14. This means the NSW Government becomes the consent authority, instead of Council. We are also talking to Bayside Council and keeping them informed about our plans.

You can find out more about the process and the steps involved at https://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/major-projects/assessment/state-significant-development/ssdprojects

Project Timing Where is this project up to?

The project is in the early stages of planning, design and community consultation. The next stage of this project will include preparing a design scheme which will be shared with the community for feedback before it is then lodged as a State Significant Development Application to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. This is currently expected to happen early in 2022.

When will it be built?

Subject to planning approvals, this project is anticipated to commence construction in 2023 and completion in 2024.

Design Details What will the building look like? How tall will it be?

Detailed design of the scheme, including heights, will be developed in the next stage of this project when preparing an Environmental Impact Statement as part of the Development Application. The project currently benefits from approval under the Concept Plan to build up to 11 storeys. At this stage, we are exploring options for a new 9-10 storey building.

What views will be impacted?

View sharing will be an important consideration in the building design. The minimum separation distance between buildings is established under the Concept Plan, but the building will be shaped to minimise potential impacts within the approved envelope. This detail will be progressed in the next stage of developing the design prior to lodging a Development Application and the plans will first be shared with the community.

Which buildings will be overshadowed?

Overshadowing will be an important consideration in the building design. Building 14 will be contained entirely within the approved building envelope under the Concept Plan, and the detailed building design will be shaped to minimise potential impacts. The detail of overshadowing will be progressed in the next stage of developing the design prior to lodging a Development Application and the plans will first be shared with the community.

Who is the builder? / How will you ensure the quality of Building 14?

The project is not yet progressed enough to engage a builder, however Frasers Property will be undertaking extensive studies and work with Transport for NSW to ensure effective integration with the train station.

Some of the anticipated expert studies to be produced include but are not limited to:

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Urban design and architecture Landscape design Overshadowing / solar access Wind Flooding Rail interface Heritage

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Traffic and parking Sustainability Accessibility Fire engineering Construction management Waste management

What services and retail will be available? Who will manage this?

The detailed uses of the ground plane have not been confirmed, but we encourage early feedback on what the community would like to see. Management of these spaces has also not been finalised, and therefore any feedback would be appreciated. We want to hear your ideas. Send them to consultation@ethosurban.com How will Wolli Creek train station access be impacted?

It is intended that the current access to the Wolli Creek train station will be integrated into the building design, providing a clear, safe and accessible station entry. The aim is to improve the streetscape presence of this station access, while maintaining access. Any feedback on the station access and what you would like to see included would be welcomed.

Will / how will bus services be impacted?

There is no intention to relocate the existing bus stop and we do not expect services to be impacted.

Will there be parking onsite?

Parking for Building 14 has already been accommodated in the existing basement, and there will be no change to the current parking arrangements within the basement.

Will this development cause night-time disruption for local residents?

We do not have any proposed activations for this project yet and plans around the operation of the building and associated retail will be considered as part of the detailed SDD DA. You will have an opportunity to find out more information and provide feedback as part of this process.

How will traffic be managed during construction?

A draft Construction and Traffic Management Plan will be prepared for the Development Application and finalised if consent is granted. The plan will outline the number of construction vehicles and other construction activities. You will be able to view the plan at the next stage of the planning process. But we anticipate there will be similar numbers of vehicle movements to what you’ve probably noticed for the construction of the nearby new apartment buildings.

Consultation Can the plans be changed?

Frasers Property has listened to the feedback received and will now take it all on board as part of the next stage of the project where the detailed plans will be developed. There will be further opportunities for consultation as the planning and design of the proposal progresses and the public will also have an opportunity to have their say when it is lodged with the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment and placed on public exhibition.

How can I have a say and provide my views on the proposed development?

Community feedback is a really important part of the development process – that’s why we are taking a number of steps to contact and seek feedback from the local community. We welcome feedback, ideas and local knowledge – so please contact us with any feedback and questions, attend a future community information session or send an email to consultation@ethosurban.com.

The next stage of this project will include preparing a design scheme which will be shared with the community for feedback before it is then lodged as a State Significant Development Application to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. It will then go on public exhibition for 28 days which is another chance to provide feedback directly to the Department. The graphic below shows the anticipated community consultation opportunities.

What happens next? Do I get another chance to provide feedback?

Yes – this is very early in the process. The initial views from the community will be considered by the project team and shared with the Department. These views will then be considered again when preparing the detailed design for Building 14 which will be presented back to the community ahead of it being lodged.

Once the detailed scheme is finalised, the EIS will be lodged with the Department and placed on public exhibition for comment. This is another opportunity to provide feedback, and this feedback would be lodged directly with the Department.