LPAC stage 1 REF

REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Leichardt Park Aquatic Centre Stage 1 Renewal Works

Review of Environmental Factors

Leichardt Park Aquatic Centre Stage 1 Renewal Works

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Date of final issue: 30 April 2024

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Client: Inner West Council

Project Number: 11989

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Appendices

Appendix

Introduction

This Review of Environmental Factors (REF) has been prepared on behalf of Inner West Council (Council) to support proposed Stage 1 renewal works to Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre (Aquatic Centre) located at Lot 120 DP 1279860, Mary Street, Lilyfield.

The proposed works involves alterations, additions and maintenance to existing activity areas to improve or expand on the existing facilities within the aquatic centre This REF has been prepared pursuant to Part 5 of the EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentAct1979(EP&A Act) as the works (referred to collectively as the ‘activity’) constitute development for the purpose of implementing a plan of management, permitted without consent, under clause 2.73 of StateEnvironmentalPlanning Policy(TransportandInfrastructure)2021(SEPP TI

Leichhardt Park is classified as Crown land (State owned), managed on behalf of the State by Inner West Council as Reserve Trustee. As Council is both the proponent and the determining authority for the proposed renewal works, it has requested that GLN Planning independently prepare this REF

This REF is supported by a suite of specialist plans and reports as shown in Table 1 This review of environmental factors has been prepared and mitigation measures developed based on these plans and documents. The activity is to be undertaken in accordance with the plans and documents listed in the table below.

Table 1. Supporting plans and reports

Supporting Report/Plans Prepared by

Structural Engineering

Aquatic Plans

1.1 Purpose of this REF

Northrop 22 April 2024

Aquatic One 19 April 2024

The purpose of this REF is to describe the activity, to document its likely impacts on the environment, and to detail the protective measures (safeguards) that would be implemented during construction The REF has been prepared having regard to the relevant regulatory requirements including:

• EP&A Act

• EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentRegulation2021(the Regulation)

• HeritageAct1977

• BiodiversityConservationAct2016

• NSWFisheriesManagementAct1994

• EnvironmentProtectionandBiodiversityConservationAct1999

• WasteAvoidanceandResourceRecoveryAct2001

• ContaminatedLandManagementAct1997

• WaterManagementAct2000

• SEPP(TransportandInfrastructure)2021

• InnerWestLocalEnvironmentalPlan2022

This REF outlines the activity and addresses the matters required under Part 5 of the EP&A Act in order to allow Council to make a determination on proceeding with the works.

2 The Site and Locality

2.1 Background and Staging

Inner West Council is undertaking a suite of renewal works at aquatic centre that will be undertaken over the following stages3 as shown in Figure 1 below

• The Stage 1 works consist of refreshment to the kids pool, installation of a new splash play area and extension to the existing pump room and filtration plant (including slab on-ground and new plant room) to accommodate new heat pump, heat exchangers, and other new equipment.(the subject of this REF)

• The stage 2 works consist of new heated outdoor 50 pool and outdoor 25 m program pool (with movable floor), life guard room, store room, first aid room and upgrading of eastern plant room (including a new pool plant room) and slab on-ground area for new heat pump and other equipment.

Source: Nearmap, 2023

Figure 1 Site location and staging

2.2

Site location and surrounding locality

Leichhardt Park is classified as Crown land (State owned), managed on behalf of the State by Inner West Council as Reserve Trustee. It is located within the inner-city suburb of Lilyfield and runs along the foreshore from the City West Link and Hawthorne Canal to Glover Street and includes the Iron Cove foreshore and Bay Run route as well as Hippo Park and Leichhardt Ovals Glover Park to the east of Glover Street is not included in the Leichardt Park boundaries

The site is zoned RE1 Public Recreation under the InnerWestLocalEnvironmentalPlan2022(LEP) and is identified as Heritage Item I1197 pursuant to Schedule 5 of the LEP Leichhardt Park is also subject to a Plan of Management and Master Plan prepared in October 2020. A separate Master

Plan for the Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre was published by the Inner West Council in September 2018.

The existing Aquatic Centre has frontage to Mary Street and a unnamed laneway to the east It currently comprises include six swimming pools that include both indoor and outdoor heated options, an Olympic sized pool, as well as two children’s pools, a hydrotherapy and dive pools as well as gym facilities and cafe

The areas of work proposed to the existing aquatic centre is shown by the images in Figure 2

Location of kids pool refurbishment

Location of existing plant room

Source: GLN, 2023

Figure 2. Area of works

Seating area to be converted to splash play area

Plant room interior

Aside from the aquatic centre, there are a variety of facilities in the neighbourhood including Leichhardt Park Early Learning Centre as well as a playground and seniors outdoor fitness station

Several other heritage and archaeological items are located near the site and include:

• C64 Campbell Estate Heritage Conservation Area

• I1193 Street trees avenue of Brush Box (Campbell Avenue)

• I1203 House, including interiors (47 Perry Street)

These items are also identified in Schedule 5 of the LEP.

3 Description of the activity

Leichhardt Aquatic Centre is described in Zone 2 of the Plan of Management (PoM) and Master Plan for Leichhardt Park prepared by Welsh + Major Architects, in October 2020.The Leichhardt Park PoM has a number aims including providing improvements to pedestrian access and safety, improvements to the interface of the Oval and its connections with surrounding areas and conversion of Leichhardt Oval 2 to a synthetic play field. The PoM provides a separate detailed masterplan which outlines the strategic direction and objectives for the future redevelopment of LPAC.

The proposed works listed below for Stage 1 are intended to upgrade and replace end of life facilities and represent a refinement of the works identified in the PoM

3.1 Stage 1 Works

The activity involves the following works:

• Refurbishment of the Outdoor Kids Pool including reducing the depth of the pool from 1.2 m to 900 mm on the eastern side and reducing the size of the pool from the western side to free up some more space.

• Water jet Play Zone - constructed adjacent to the outdoor kids pool within the existing synthetic turf area.

• Extension to existing outdoor kids pool shade structures

• Plant Upgrades consisting of the following:

o Indoor Program Pool Plant Upgrade and Separation - include installation of heat pumps

o Installation of buffer tanks for pool heating on the concrete footing pad adjacent to the western plant room

o New plant room (including new pool plant for new heat exchanger, pumps and other equipment)

o Replacement or reuse of connecting pipework for kids pool

o Building Management System (BMS) upgrade and integration.

o Modification and extension to concrete slab surrounding the western plant room including an extended plant enclosure and partial driveway

o Decommission and removal of the existing heat exchangers and pumps in the existing western pool plant.

Stage 1 works

Source: CO.OP Studio

Figure 3. Location of Stage 1 works outlined in red

The location of the proposed kids pool and splash play works are shown in Figure 4 whilst the plant upgrade works are shown Figure 5.

Source: CO.OP Studio

Figure 4. Proposed Kids pool & splash play works

Source: CO.OP Studio

5. Proposed Plant room works

3.2 Equipment, hours of operation and duration

Construction equipment would mainly consist of hand-held power tools and smaller sized bobcats and auguring machines. This will likely include hand equipment for demolition, structure removal

The area of works at the Aquatic Centre would be closed off to the public while the works are being undertaken. The majority of work hours are in accordance with the Interim Construction Noise Guideline1:

• Monday to Friday 7.00am to 6.00pm

• Saturday 8.00am to 1.00pm

1 Prepared by Department of Environment Climate Change and Water, 2009

Figure

• No work on Sunday or public holidays

Some night shift works are expected as required to minimise interfaces with the public and pool users.

The works will involve some disruptions to centre's operation due to the expected power outage and heating system transition to new heat pump system.

Temporary power generators and heating systems will be hired and installed to maintain the continuous operation of the centre.

3.3 Need for the proposed activity and alternatives

The proposed activity has been identified in the Leichhardt Park Plan of Management. The works have been identified as priority works by Council and are intended to replace end of life plant equipment and deliver refurbishment works to the existing kids pool to meet current accessibility standards and a new splash play area.

4 Statutory planning framework

This section identifies the statutory and planning context for the proposed works and responds to the requirements of other relevant legislation.

4.1 Commonwealth legislation

The EnvironmentProtectionandBiodiversityConservationAct1999 protects matters of National Environmental Significance (NES), such as threatened species and ecological communities, migratory species (protected under international agreements), and National Heritage places (among others).

Any actions that will or are likely to have a significant impact on the matters of NES require referral and approval from the Commonwealth Minister for the Environment. Significant impacts are defined by the Commonwealth2 for matters of NES. The activity would not impact any matters of NES.

4.2 Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

The EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentAct1979(EP&A Act) establishes the system for the review and assessment of land use and development decisions in NSW. Developments that require consent are generally assessed under Part 4 of the EP&A Act. Activities that do not require consent (but are not 'exempt' development) are still required to have their environmental impacts assessed under Part 5 of the EP&A Act, which is the case for this project.

There are two key aspects of the EP&A Act that need to be considered for this activity. These are Section 1.7 and Part 5. These are discussed below.

4.2.1 Section 1.7

This section of the EP&A Act requires consideration as to whether a proposed development will have a significant effect on threatened species, populations or ecological communities relating to terrestrial and/or aquatic environments

The proposed works will be confined to the existing footprint of Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre The proposed works would not impact threatened species, populations or ecological communities.

4.2.2

Part 5 - Environmental Impact Assessment

In accordance with the State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021 (SEPP TI), this activity does not require development consent under Part 4 (see Section 4.3.1) and is therefore subject to the environmental impact assessment and planning approval requirements of Part 5 of the EP&A Act.

In accordance with Sections 5.5 and 5.7 of the EP& A Act, the proponent and determining authority, must:

2 http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc/guidelines-policies.html

• examine and take into account to the fullest extent possible all matters affecting or likely to affect the environment by reason of the proposed activity.

• be satisfied that the impacts of the proposed activity are not likely to significantly affect the environment.

Clause 171 of the EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentRegulation2021(the EP&A Regulation) lists the factors which must be considered when determining if an activity assessed under Part 5 of the EP&A Act has a significant impact on the environment. The assessment of the proposed activity against clause 171 matters is contained in section 5 of this REF. For activities with an estimated development cost of more than $5 million, the REF must be published on Council’s website.

Council will advertise tenders for stage 1 renewal works at the Aquatic Centre Consequently, the activity may be assessed and determined by Council under Part 5 of the EP&A Act.

Figure 6 illustrates the planning approval process for the activity

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•The Proponent determines the planning approvals process by preliminary assessment of the impact of the project on the environment in accordance with Part 5 of the EP&A Act and SEPP TI

•The Proponent prepares a REF for public display over a two week period and invites submissions from the public.

•The Proponent assesses and responds to feedback and prepares a submission report/determination report with proposed conditions to minimise environmental impacts

•The Proponent determines the proposal. If approved, conditions are made available to the public on Council's website.

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•Construction commences subject to compliance with conditions

Source: GLN Planning, 2019

Figure 6. Planning Approval Process

4.3 State and local plans and policies

The components of the project meet the definition of 'development without consent' under clause 2.73 of the SEPP TI. Meeting this requirement has the effect of not needing to comply with the

requirements of other State environmental planning policies, local environmental planning instruments, development control plans and other strategies, where inconsistent with SEPP TI. Nonetheless, relevant legislation has been used as a framework to assess the activity and its acceptability within the surrounding environment as outlined in the following sections

4.3.1 State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021

The aims of the SEPP TI, (formerly SEPP Infrastructure 2007) include facilitating the effective delivery of infrastructure across NSW by identifying whether certain types of infrastructure and works require consent, can be carried out without consent or are exempt development.

The proposed renewal works at the Aquatic Centre are located on land within Leichhardt Park. The Leichhardt Park Plan of Management (PoM) identifies all of Leichhardt Park as Crown managed land. Inner West Council is the Crown land manager for the park

Subclause 2.73 (2) of the SEPP provides that ‘development for the purpose of implementing a plan of management’ as works that do not require development consent.

The proposed Stage 1 renewal works are consistent with the plan of management which provides a masterplan and scope of works for Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre A detailed assessment against the relevant provisions of the SEPP TI is provided at Appendix A

4.3.2 Inner West Local Environmental Plan 2022

The site is zoned RE1 Public Recreation under the LEP (Figure 7). Whilst the LEP specifies development with and without consent in the respective zones and the land use table in Part 2 (in which recreation facilities as proposed are permissible), these provisions are superseded by the application of SEPP TI.

Source: Digital EPI Viewer, accessed 31/10/23 Approx location of

Figure 7 Land Use Zoning

The remaining relevant provisions of the LEP are discussed below.

4.4 Heritage

Leichhardt Park whichincludesLeichhardtOvalsandAquaticCentre,includinginteriors together with 4 fig trees located at the Marys Street entrance to Leichhardt Park is identified as Heritage Items I1197 and I12011 respectively within Schedule 5 - Environmental Heritage of the LEP as shown in Figure 8. The site is also located in proximity to the Campbell Estate North Heritage Conservation Area (HCA C64) located approximately a block and a half to the south of Leichhardt Oval and hence well removed from the site of the proposed works to the aquatic centre

Source: NSW Legislation, 2023 – Inner West Local Environmental Plan 2022 - Tile 3 & 4, amended by GLN

Figure 8. Heritage Map

History of Leichardt Park

The following section is extracted from LeichhardtDevelopmentControlPlan2013 (DCP) Part C Place Section 2:

TheLeichhardtParksitehasbeenutilisedforrecreationpurposesformorethanacentury. Initially,theParkwasmanagedbyatrust,withmanyofthetrusteesalsobeinginvolvedin localgovernment;significantly,thethenMayorofLeichhardt,JTFraser,wasinvolvedinthe originalpurchaseofLeichhardtParkinthelate1870s.

LeichhardtParkwasoriginally24acres(9.7hectares)inareaandoccupiedtheelevatedland tothesouthoftheforeshore.In1887,anadditional7½acresofforeshoreland(3hectares)

wasaddedtotheParkfollowingreclamationinLong(nowIron)Cove.Includingallthe componentsofthesitethroughtoLilyfieldRoad,thetotalareaisnowover14hectares.

From1887to1921,theParkwasdevelopedwithsignificantfacilitiesbeingtheLeichhardt Municipal Baths, builtin 1905, and the construction ofan oval, grandstand andband rotunda. The Balmain Tigers Rugby League Club moved to the Leichhardt Oval from BirchgroveOvalin1943andtheLeichhardtOvalNo1wasredevelopedin1972.

Duringthe1960s,tippingoffillandrubbishcreatedthefieldsnowknownasLeichhardtOval No2andthoseatRozelleHospital.LeichhardtPoolwasbuiltin1960andrecentlyreceived amajorfaceliftandnewfacilitiesincludingnewpoolandgym.

Statement of significance

The following statement of heritage significance is extracted from the State Heritage Inventory Database entry for Leichhardt Park:

LeichhardtParkisofhighlocalhistoric,aestheticandsocialsignificanceaspartofthelate 19th centurydevelopmentofthelocalareaandlargestopenspacerecreationreservein LeichhardtMunicipalityassociatedwithanumberofusergroups.Theestablishmentofthe parkinthe1880srecognisedtheneedforopenpublicspaceandparklandintherapidly expandingsuburbsofLeichhardtwhichweredevelopingasprincipallyworkerssuburbs.It significantlycontinuestocaterforpassiverecreationandsportingactivitiesforthelocaland wider community. The various elementsincluding three Ovalsand Aquatic Centre are enhancedbytheParksplantingincludingmatureFigtreesandGiovinazzoGrove,overall visualcharacter,viewsandvistasandwaterfrontsettingwhichmakeapositivecontribution tothelocalandwiderarea.

Impact Assessment

As identified in the Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Urbis, the proposed Stage 1 works at the aquatic centre will not adversely affect the identified heritage significance of Leichhardt Park:

• The statement of significance does not specifically mention, nor ascribe significance to the aquatic centre. Built in c.1960, the site is an aquatic complex that provides a community amenity within Leichhardt Park. To do so, it has been continuously and substantially modified to fulfil the evolving needs of the Inner West community

• The area of works, including the pools, plant building and supporting concrete slab terrace, was constructed as part of the upgrade of the aquatic centre in 1992-94. Therefore, there are no adverse impacts to original fabric associated with the 1960 aquatic centre or the broader ‘Leichhardt Park’ heritage item

• The proposed works provide the opportunity to introduce well designed amenities to Aquatic Centre enhancing the kids pools safety and amenity of visitors to Pool.

• The proposed works will not impact views from other parts of Leichhardt Park and none of the works are to the interiors referenced in the LEP.

• There will be no impact on the heritage significance of the Park, part of which relates to its use as a place of active and passive recreation;

• The listed fig trees on Mary Street (LEP Item No. I1291) and ‘Callan Park’ (SHR Item No. 00818) heritage items are not affected by execution of the master plan.

Whilst the other provisions of the LEP do not apply due to the development not requiring consent under Part 4 EP&A Act, a brief statement of consistency with relevant clauses is provided in Table 2 below.

Table 2. Consistency with provisions of Inner West Local Environmental Plan 2022

2.2 Zone

4.3 Height of buildings

The site is zoned RE1 Public Recreation. The proposed works do not involve a change in use.

Yes

The proposed works do not result a change in building height. Not applicable

4.4 Floor Space Ratio The works will not change the existing FSR of the building. Not applicable

5.10 Heritage Conservation

5.21 Flood Planning

The proposed works comply with this provision in that:

(a) they will not affect the environmental heritage of Leichhardt;

(b) they will not impact on the heritage significance of Leichhardt Park or heritage items in its vicinity;

(c) Leichhardt Park is not identified as an archaeological site in Schedule 5 of the LEP;

(d) Leichhardt Park is not known to be a place of Aboriginal heritage significance.

Despite clause 5.10(2), SEPP TI overrides the requirement for consent for works to a heritage item under the LEP. As discussed in Section 4.3.1 the proposed works can be classed as development without consent under SEPP TI as they are for the purposes of implementing a PoM.

A Heritage Impact Statement has been prepared by Urbis with a summary provided in Section 4.4.

The Statement concludes that the proposed works to LPAC will have no impact on the heritage significance of Leichhardt Park and will provide a considerable improvement to public amenity at LPAC. Yes

Leichhardt Park and the aquatic centre is identified as a flood control lot. The proposed works in Stage 1 are within the existing footprint of the aquatic centre and are not anticipated to impact on flooding. The stormwater infrastructure on site is to be upgraded as necessary to support the proposed works.

Yes

6.1 Acid sulfate soils

The area of works are located on land categorised as Acid Sulfate Soils class 5. Clause 6.1 is not relevant to the activity as the works are within the existing footprint of LPAC and will not require disturbance of more than 1 tonne of soil nor are the works likely to lower the water table The borehole logs from the RAP did not identify organic sediments or hydrogen sulfide odours during the investigations Yes

4.4.1

Leichhardt Development Control Plan 2013

The LeichhardtDevelopmentControlPlan2013(DCP) provides guidelines for development. While not applicable to the proposed works under this REF, a review against relevant sections has been undertaken to assess and guide the context of the activity as outlined within Table 3.

Provisions

C1.2Demolition

C1.3Alterationsand Additions

C1.4 Heritage Conservation Areas and Heritage Items

C8Newdevelopment neednotseektoreplicate perioddetailsoforiginal buildingsinproximityto thesite,butrather, demonstraterespectfor theform,scaleandsitting oftheimmediatearea.

The activity involves demolition of existing facilities to allow for the construction of a new splash play area. The demolition works are required for items that cannot be reasonably repaired or which need to be altered to comply with more recent user requirements.

Demolition of these areas are not anticipated to impact on the heritage value of the Aquatic Centre or Leichhardt Park.

Replacement infrastructure will be compatible with the materials and design style of the Aquatic Centre. Yes

The proposed works are to be constructed where existing additions have previously been built and are compatible with the design and function of the existing aquatic centre.

The proposed central plant upgrades will be concealed in an extended plant room and will not be visible from elsewhere in Leichhardt Park.

The proposed splash play area and alterations to the outdoor kids pool are not unsympathetic alterations as it allows the continued use of the facility as an aquatic centre, and the works are to outdoor areas modified since the original 1960s centre

A Heritage Impact Statement has been prepared by Urbis Refer to Section 4.4 for discussion.

C1.8 Contamination A Remediation Action Plan and Waste Classification report has been prepared which confirms the measures required for remediation at later stages of the project.

The Stage 1 and 2 area of works are covered by concrete and or similar hardstand which forms a barrier to potential exposure pathways

The turfed area at the rear side of the existing outdoor 50 m and dive pools will be utilized for the containment and capping of any contamination from stage 1 and 2 works.

Yes

Yes

C.10 Equity of Access and Mobility

As a part of the renewal works, all facilities being upgraded have been reassessed to ensure access arrangements comply with the current BCA standards for accessibility.

The Architectural Plans identify the relevant works to be constructed in accordance with the relevant requirements of

Yes

Yes

Table 3. Review against DCP

Part C – Place Section 1: General

Clause Comment Compliance

the BCA. A BCA Report has been provided which demonstrates that all works are capable of complying with the relevant requirements provided the following recommendations are implemented: Swimmingpoolsover40mmustbeprovidedwithan accessibleentry/exitareaincompliancewithSpecification 16. Thebelowmustbeprovided:

• an aquatic wheelchair;

• slip resistance surface;

• grade not steeper than 1:14;

• a single handrail in compliance with Clause 12 of AS1428.1-2009 - Handrail to be provided full length from the top to the bottom area;

• 1500mm long levelled area at the zero depth entry point;

• levelled area at the bottom of the entry, maximum depth between 900-1100mm below the stationary level.

The pool design has been amended to incorporate the requirements in the latest plan revision.

C1.11 Parking

It is not envisaged that the work will in themselves generate more patrons to the site, rather they are designed to improve the overall experience of patrons when visiting the centre. The parking rates for the Aquatic Centre will be reassessed at a later stage for the renewal works to confirm whether any additional requirements are necessary.

C1.12 Landscaping Stage 3 of the masterplan includes improvements to the landscaped area at the rear of the aquatic centre. No additional landscaping is required to address or offset the works proposed in this Stage 1.

C1.13 Open Space Design within the Public Domain

C.1.14 Tree management

C1.20 Foreshore Land

No trees will be removed as part of the Stage 1 works. This requirement will be further addressed in subsequent Stages as may be required by the works proposed

No trees will be removed as part of the Stage 1 works. This requirement will be further addressed in subsequent Stages as may be required by the works proposed.

The proposed works are contained within the existing footprint of the aquatic centre and are not anticipated to visually impact the foreshore.

Part C – Place Section 2: Urban Character

C2.2.4.4 Iron Cove Parklands Distinctive Neighbourhood

The activity is considered to provide substantial improvements and new facilities at the Aquatic Centre The activity is minor and well screened from other public areas and hence will maintain the existing character of the area.

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Yes

Yes

Part C – Place Section 4: Non-Residential Provisions

C4.3 Ecologically sustainable development

C4.16 Recreational Facility

The upgrades to the plant infrastructure supports Council’s sustainability targets by moving to more efficient and modern infrastructure.

The Plan of Management is current for Leichardt Park including Leichardt Park Aquatic Centre. No changes are proposed to the hours of operation. The activity is intended provide accessibility improvements, to refurbish and provide new higher quality facilities at the Aquatic Centre.

Noise, traffic and parking matters will be further addressed in subsequent Stages as may be required by the works proposed.

Part D: Energy

C2 Energy Efficiency

D2.1 General Requirements - Waste

Part E: Water

Section 1 – Sustainable Water and Risk Management

The proposed plant upgrades are intended to deliver energy efficiency improvements to the aquatic centre, increased thermal capacity, reliability and redundancy.

A construction waste management plan is to be prepared prior to the commencement of works.

Leichardt Park is identified as a flood control lot under the DCP. The proposed works do not result in an increase in the intensity of use on the site that would require any additional consideration of flood risk. Additionally, Leichardt Park has significant grade changes between the foreshore and the Aquatic Centre which is located at the top of a hill. The aquatic centre is unlikely to be affected by overland flow or flooding from the foreshore.

All upgrades required to the hydraulic drainage/water systems to support the proposed works are to be carried out in accordance with the Hydraulic Specifications prepared for this project and constructed to the relevant Australian Standards

4.5 Other relevant legislation

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Table 4 provides a list of other relevant legislation and its applicability (if any) to the activity

Table 4. Summary of other legislative requirements

Legislation Requirements for the activity

Heritage Act 1977 Not applicable. A section 60 approval is required where items listed on the State Heritage Register are to be impacted. The site does not contain any items listed on the State Heritage Register.

Legislation Requirements for the activity

Fisheries Management Act 1994

National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974

Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997

Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovers Act 2001 (WARR ACT)

Not Applicable.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable. The activity is not a Scheduled Activity and is not likely to generate significant waste streams. Therefore, an environmental protection licence under this Act is not required.

The WARR Act aims to encourage the efficient use of resources in accordance with the principles of ecologically sustainable development.

A Waste Management Plan (WMP) is to be prepared prior to the commencement of works

Roads Act 1993 Not applicable. There are no works associated with the public roads adjacent to the site that require a section 138 approval Council owns the laneway adjacent to the Aquatic Centre. Therefore, future works in this laneway will not require section 138 approval.

Rural Fires Act 1997 Not applicable.

Water Management Act 2000 Not applicable.

Contaminated Land Management Act 1997

The purpose of this Act is to establish the process for investigating and where appropriate, remediation of land that the EPA considers to be significantly contaminated. The site is not listed as a contaminated site by the EPA.

The site has been used as an aquatic centre since its construction in the 1960s.

A Detailed Site Investigation (DSI) and contamination investigation was undertaken on site to the extent of works accessible and report did not identify asbestos. The borehole analysis identified levels of benzo[a]pyrene The concentrations of material was considered suitable for classification as General Solide Waste (GSM) and can be appropriately managed and disposed of. The DSI recommends further Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) compound assessment (including leachability assessment) is required for all material (either in situ or stockpiled) prior to disposal.

The DSI identified a data gap within the pool concourse area which will be further investigated by the contractor when they are in care and control of site and have land access before undertaking works.

5 Environmental assessment and mitigation

This section of the REF describes how the activity would be managed, via environmental management plans and specific safeguards, to reduce the potential environmental impacts throughout detailed design, construction and operation. All factors of the environment potentially impacted upon by the activity have been considered. This includes:

• consideration under Section 171 of the EP&A Regulation

• biodiversity

• noise

• traffic and parking

• Aboriginal cultural heritage

• non-Aboriginal heritage

• stormwater

• waste and resources.

5.1 Clause 171 matters

Clause 171 of the EP&A Regulation sets out 18 matters that need to be considered when assessing environmental impact under Part 5 of the EP&A Act. The following headings address these factors.

Any environmental impact on a community?

The proposed works are to improve and update the existing facilities to meet users requirements including reducing the depth and size of one pool, converting a seating and synthetic grassed area for water play and improving plant and equipment required for the aquatic centre

During the proposed works there may be a minor impact on the community by causing:

• A minor increase in dust.

• A minor increase in noise resulting from additional plant equipment, however this will still be compliant with noise levels as per the noise assessment, noting that the works are located toward the Parramatta River side and hence shielded by the centre from the residential areas

• At times there may be a minor increase in vehicles entering and/or leaving the site via the laneway to the east of the site.

The works will be carried out during standard construction hours as referred to in Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

Any transformation of a locality?

The proposed works are purely for maintenance and renewal of the Aquatic Centre and would not have any adverse transformative impact on the locality.

Any environmental impact on the ecosystems of the locality?

No environmental impact on local ecosystems is anticipated. Where work is being carried out adjacent to occupied areas of the building or areas where furnishings or equipment is still in place, temporary sound and dustproof barriers will be erected

Any reduction of the aesthetic, recreational, scientific or other environmental quality or value of a locality?

The proposed upgrades to the kids play pool and new splash play area would provide improved amenity and recreational benefits to the aquatic centre.

The proposed plant upgrade works will not be readily noticeable from any street frontages. The new plant equipment will be enclosed in the existing or expanded plant rooms. These works are mostly internal and are not accessible by the public.

Any effect on a locality, place or building having aesthetic, anthropological, archaeological, architectural, cultural, historical, scientific or social significance or other special value for present or future generations?

The proposed works are in areas where existing alterations to the aquatic centre have previously occurred. Additionally, the Aquatic Centre does not contribute significantly to the heritage value of Leichardt Park being a substantially modified centre that has been upgraded to meet changing community needs and expectations. No impacts to the heritage value of the aquatic centre are anticipated.

As identified the Heritage Impact Statement, Leichhardt Park is a disturbed site and therefore it is unlikely that any Aboriginal sites or places will be impacted as a result of the activity However, Council and associated contractors should still be aware that if a potential Aboriginal object is identified, all work must cease in the general vicinity and an archaeologist should be contacted to assess the object and advise on any further actions.

Any impact on the habitat of protected fauna (within the meaning of the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974)?

The proposed works will have no impact on the habitat of protected fauna.

Any endangering of any species of animal, plant or other form of life, whether living on land, in water or in the air?

No fauna or flora species will be endangered by the proposed works.

Any long-term effects on the environment?

There would be no long-term impact on the environment.

The proposed works are located within the existing Aquatic Centre building footprint and would only present short-term construction impacts. These would include dust and noise from demolition and construction activities. The Stage 1 works will allow other parts of the aquatic centre to remain in operation while the works are being completed Appropriate safeguards and management measures have been identified in Section 6.2.

Any degradation of the quality of the environment?

The proposed works would not degrade the quality of the surrounding environment. The site will continue to be used as an aquatic centre Short term impacts of dust and noise may be evident although the measures to be taken anticipate this will be minimal.

Any risk to the safety of the environment?

The works would involve demolition and construction works. However, these works will be appropriately maintained and not present a risk to the safety of the environment.

Any reduction in the range of beneficial uses of the environment?

The proposed maintenance works will not impact on the function of the space. The site will continue to be used as an aquatic centre and the proposed refurbishments and upgrades will increase the utility of the space to support community expectations.

Any pollution of the environment?

Dust may be generated from the demolition works required These impacts would be short term in nature and can be managed during construction through use of temporary sound and dustproof barriers

The proposed works are important for reducing maintenance and operating costs of the Aquatic Centre through improving thermal and energy efficiency. The new electric heat pump and boiler solution will improve the thermal capacity of the facility and will lower the operating capacity of the equipment, in turn contributing towards Council’s sustainability targets.

Any environmental problems associated with the disposal of waste?

The proposed works would create minor construction and demolition waste streams

Demolition waste would include, fixtures and fittings, metal ducting, machinery. Construction waste may include minor volumes of timber, concrete, tiles bricks, metal, plasterboard offcuts and floor coverings and soils classified as General Solid Waste. Demolition areas would be tested for hazardous materials and substances before construction starts. Waste streams will be managed by the nominated builder, pending confirmation of appropriate waste disposal locations

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

Any increased demands on resources (natural or otherwise) that are, or are likely to become, in short supply?

Given the nature of the works, and availability of construction materials, the proposed works would not place increased demands on resources.

Any cumulative environmental effect with other existing or likely future activities?

The proposed Stage 1 works are part of a planned suite of refurbishment and upgrade works which will occur in stages over time. The combined works will have a positive cumulative impact by improving the amenity of the facilities as well as energy and thermal efficiency of the aquatic centre.

Any impact on coastal processes and coastal hazards, including those under projected climate change conditions?

The proposed works would not have any impact on coastal processes or coastal hazards.

Any applicable local strategic planning statements, regional strategic plans or district strategic plans made under the Act, Division 3.1.

The proposed works will not have any impact on the strategic direction of Council’s LSPS or the district strategic plans.

Any other relevant environmental factors.

There are no other relevant environmental factors related to the proposed works.

5.2 Biodiversity

No trees have been identified to be removed, however there are trees located in close proximity to the area of works for the plant room upgrades that will be protected during construction

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.3 Noise

A preliminary Noise Report has been prepared for the activity which conducted a benchmark of the existing ambient acoustic environment at the site and appropriate noise trigger levels and acoustic criteria to ensure works meet the requirements for nearby noise sensitive receivers The preliminary findings from the Noise Report will be used as a baseline for future Stages of the Renewal Works at the Aquatic Centre.

The operation of the new plant equipment is not anticipated to result in an increase in noise at the site as it will be enclosed within the existing plant room. Additionally, the refurbishment of the kids pool and addition of the splash play area is not expected to result in an increase in noise as the activity is consistent with the existing uses.

Appropriate safeguards and management measures to address construction related noise issues have been identified in Section 6.2

5.4 Traffic and parking

Traffic and parking matters are to be assessed in future stages to in conjunction with future works to formalise a private access lane on the site which will enable maintenance access to the plant rooms. It is not anticipated that this will result in an increase in traffic to and from the site.

There will be a requirement to install a new moveable safety barrier outside of the main building adjacent to the car-park area in front of the building to improve safety and avoid intrusion to the pool area. This will require trenching and laying conduit at the rear maintenance access lane which is owned by Council.

During construction works, there may be minor parking impacts associated with the delivery of construction materials, machinery and increased demand for parking from construction workers However, as sections of the facility will be closed to allow for upgrades, it is expected that there will

be a decrease in the number of trips to the aquatic centre which will minimise or offset any impacts to parking associated with the construction works.

If required, traffic control measures will be put in place for vehicles entering and leaving the site.

5.5 Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

The Aboriginal and Historical Archaeology Opportunities & Constraints Assessment prepared by Urbis did not identify any Aboriginal Sites, objects or potential archaeological deposits within the activity footprint. The existing site condition is heavily disturbed therefore, it is unlikely that Aboriginal heritage impacts will arise from the proposed activity.

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.6 Non-Aboriginal Heritage

As identified in the Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Urbis, the proposed Stage 1 works at the aquatic centre will not adversely affect the identified heritage significance of Leichhardt Park. Refer to Section 4.4 for additional discussion.

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.7 Stormwater

There is a minor potential for increased stormwater runoff associated with the refurbishment works and the installation of the new splash play area. As shown in the Stormwater Management Plan provided in the civil engineering package, upgrades to the stormwater infrastructure on site is proposed to accommodate the changes to the aquatic centre facilities.

There is also potential for sediment runoff associated with the construction works. This can be effectively managed through appropriate sediment and erosion control measures identified in the civil package.

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.8 Waste and Resources

There will be construction waste as a result of the activity with the anticipated waste streams resulting from the demolition and removal of plant equipment, upgrades to the kids pool, installation of new shade sales and the construction of the new splash play area. Demolition areas would be tested for hazardous materials and substances before construction starts. Waste streams will be managed by the nominated builder, pending confirmation of appropriate waste disposal locations. Any hazardous materials will be disposed of in accordance with the relevant Environmental Protection Authority requirements.

A plan for waste management should be included in the project Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP).

Refer to Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.9 Contamination

A Remediation Action Plan and Waste Classification report has been prepared which confirms the measures required for remediation at later stages of the project.

The Stage 1 and 2 area of works are covered by concrete and or similar hardstand which forms a barrier to potential exposure pathways.

Stage 2 will also provide minor returfing of the open space area of the site which will take place at the end of stage 1 and 2 surplus fill material from Stage 1 and 2 will be be capped in underneath the capping design layer

Refer to the Remediation Action Plan and Section 6.2 for safeguards and management measures.

5.10 Cumulative Impacts

Cumulative impacts occur when two or more projects are carried out concurrently and in close proximity to one another. The impacts may be caused by both construction and operational activities and can result in a greater impact to the surrounding area than would be expected if each project was undertaken in isolation. Multiple projects undertaken at a similar time/similar location may also lead to construction fatigue, particularly around noise, traffic and air quality impacts, if not appropriately managed.

The proposed staging of works at aquatic centre has been designed to minimise disruption and the length of closure for the facility to deliver the upgrades.

6 Environmental Management

6.1 Environmental Management Plans (or System)

Safeguards and management measures have been identified in the REF in order to minimise adverse environmental impacts, including social impacts, which could potentially arise as a result of the activity. Should the activity proceed, these safeguards and management measures would be incorporated into the detailed design and applied during the construction and operation of the activity

A Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) will be prepared to describe the safeguards and management measures identified. The CEMP provides a framework for establishing how these measures will be implemented and who would be responsible for their implementation.

The CEMP will be prepared prior to construction of the activity and must be reviewed and certified by Council. The CEMP will be a working document, subject to ongoing change and updated as necessary to respond to specific requirements that may arise through the construction process.

6.2 Safeguards and Management Measures

Environmental safeguards and management measures outlined in this REF will be incorporated into the detailed design phase of the activity and during construction and operation phase These safeguards and management measures will minimise any potential adverse impacts arising from the proposed works on the surrounding environment. The safeguards and management measures are summarised in Table 5.

Table 5. Summary of mitigation and management measures

General

• A Construction Environment Management Plan (CEMP) is to be prepared prior to any construction works commencing to minimise impacts. The CEMP should include relevant REF Environmental Safeguards and Mitigation Measures including, but not limited to, erosion, sediment and control protocols for implementation during construction. This will ensure there are no impacts from erosion or runoff associated with the construction.

• All key stakeholders including businesses and residents affected by the activity are to be notified at least five business days prior to the start of the activity.

• All personnel working on site are required to receive training to ensure awareness of environment protection requirements to be implemented during the project. This is to include site

Council / Contractor Pre-Construction

Contractor Pre-Construction

Item / ID

Biodiversity

induction and regular 'toolbox' briefings. Records of site induction training to be kept by project manager.

• Standard construction hours:

* Monday to Friday 7:00am to 6:00pm

* Saturdays 8:00am to 1:00pm

* No work on Sundays or Public Holidays

• Some works will require will be undertaken at night shift.

• Works outside these times may be carried out provided residents have been given a minimum 5 days notice relating to out-of hours construction.

• Care must be taken when moving equipment near vegetation to be retained. If works appear to encroach on retained vegetation including treet root zone, then advice from a qualified Arborist should detail appropriate tree protection measures. Clear signage should be in place to clearly delineate the impact areas from the retained trees.

Contractor During Construction

Contractor During Construction

Traffic

Stormwater

Construction Noise and Vibration

• Where possible, current traffic movements and property access locations are to be maintained during the works. Any disturbance is to be minimised to prevent unnecessary traffic delays

• If required, appropriate traffic control measures will be put in place for vehicles entering and leaving the site and signs are to be erected regarding proposed works, temporary road closures, diversions, etc.

• All sediment and erosion control measures must be installed appropriately for the duration of the works.

• Always locate stationary mechanical plant as far away as practical areas of the aquatic centre remaining in operation.

• Construction of acoustic enclosures or other screening shall be provided around items of mobile plants such as generators or compressors.

• Mobile plants shall be selected that are already acoustically treated to provide low noise options.

Contractor During Construction

Contractor Pre-Construction / During Construction

Contractor During Construction

Contractor Pre-Construction / During Construction

Contractor Pre-Construction / During Construction

Aboriginal Heritage

• Construction shall be managed to minimise overall noise from the work place (designated vehicle routes, construction sheds to be located away from operating facilities, etc).

• A Community Liaison Officer (Project Manager or Site Manager) is required to be appointed by the contractor prior to any works commencing on-Site. The Officer shall:

• explain the project, duration of works, potential noisy periods and determine any particularly sensitive receivers or sensitive time periods and schedule works accordingly.

• Ensure the contact details are easily accessible (i.e. on construction fencing, project newsletter updates, etc) and made available to residents prior to the works beginning.

• As far as practicable, document and respond to any noise complaints received in relation to the project.

• Provide on-going communication with the community for the length of the project via a range of media (e.g. individual contact, letter box drops, emailed newsletters, social media projects pages, clearly visible notice board at the Site office or on construction Site boundaries).

• Undertake noise and/or vibration monitoring and testing upon receipt of a complaint from a neighbouring residential property.

• In the unlikely event that Aboriginal, or suspected Aboriginal, archaeological material is uncovered during the development, then works in that area are to stop and the area is to be cordoned off. The project manager is to contact the heritage consultant to make an assessment as to whether the material is classed as Aboriginal object/s under the NationalParksandWildlifeAct1974 , and advise on the required management and mitigation measures. Works are not to recommence in the cordoned off area until heritage clearance has been given and/or the required management and mitigation measures have been implemented.

Contractor During Construction

Contractor Pre-Construction / During Construction

Contractor During Construction

European Heritage

• In the unlikely event archaeological, or suspected archaeological, material is uncovered during works, then works in that area are to cease and the area is to be cordoned off. The material is to be inspected by a heritage consultant and works in that area are only to recommence once heritage clearance has been gained and/or mitigation and management measures implemented.

Contractor During Construction

Waste

Contamination

• A construction waste management plan is to be prepared prior to the commencement of works.

• Waste is to be recycled where possible in accordance with the Waste Management Report.

• Any asbestos waste or other hazardous materials identified must be transported and disposed of in accordance with the relevant state or territory Environment Protection Authority (EPA) requirements

• Working areas are to be maintained, kept free of rubbish and cleaned up at the end of each working day.

• Remediation of the Site is to be conducted in accordance with the Remediation Action Plan prepared by Epic Environmental for the Site and Councils Long Term Environmental Management Plan for Parks and Playgrounds.

• Interim capping at the rear turfed area.

• To avoid disturbance of contaminated fill material during the stage 1 and 2 works, the following controls should be considered:

○ Minimise the footprint of site laydown/site office area

○ Where the open space area is used, a suitable barrier should be installed to protect ground cover (i.e. roadbase gravel/ crushed sandstone).

• Prior to waste disposal, further PFAS compound assessment (including leachability assessment) is required for all material (either in situ or stockpiled)

Contractor Pre-Construction

Contractor During Construction

Contractor During Construction

Contractor During Construction

Council / Contractor During Construction

Contractor During Construction

Contractor During Construction

7 Stakeholder and community consultation

This section summarises the consultation strategy for the activity and the consultation to occur during construction. It includes consultation with the community, relevant government agencies and stakeholders

Community consultation requirements are set out under section 3.9 of SEPP TI The SEPP states that consultation is required if the development:

• is likely to affect the heritage significance of a local heritage item, or of a heritage conservation area, that is not also a State heritage item, in a way that is more than minor or inconsequential, and

• is development that may be carried out without consent.

The proposed works will not impact the original heritage item as they serve as general maintenance and alterations to existing additions at the Aquatic Centre

Council will notify the proposed works and nearby residents in accordance with the consultation and notification process in the Leichhardt DCP.

In accordance with clause 171 of the EP&A Regulations, as the activity has an estimated development cost of more than $5 million, the REF will be published on Council’s website.

Consultation to date

From 20 November 2023 to 31 January 2024, the community was invited to provide feedback on the Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Upgrade – Stage 1 Concept Layouts.

During the engagement period 1383 people visited the Your Say project page, 28 participants completed the online survey and 11 people provided feedback via email.

57.14% of the online respondents and everyone who provided an email submission supported the proposed concept plans for Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre Stage one.

Key comments included the extension of the shade over the mushroom pool, inclusion of water bucket play equipment, seating area and green space. Where appropriate the recommendations from the community have been incorporated into the revised plans published with this REF.

8 Conclusion

This REF has been prepared to fulfil the requirements of Section 5.5 of the EP&A Act to facilitate determination of an activity by the determining authority, which in this case is the Council.

This REF outlines the potential environmental impacts of the proposed maintenance works to the Leichardt Park Aquatic Centre. The proposed activity warrants favourable consideration and support as:

• The proposed works are expected to result in positive social impacts resulting from the increased amenity of the improved facilities.

• The proposed works seek to implement the Plan of Management and Masterplan for the aquatic centre

• The activity will not negatively impact on the heritage values of Leichhardt Park

The key environmental impacts are temporary construction related impacts such as noise and dust generated from the use of construction tools and demolition works

All anticipated environmental impacts can be satisfactorily managed through the implementation of site-specific mitigation measures as described within this REF. Carried out in this manner the proposed activity is unlikely to significantly affect the environment and therefore, under section 5.7(1) of the EP&A Act, does not require the preparation of an environmental impact statement.

9 Certification

This Review of Environmental Factors provides a true and fair review of the activity in relation to its potential effects on the environment. It addresses the fullest extent possible all matters affecting or likely to affect the environment as a result of the activity

Prepared by:

Signed:

Date: 30/04/24

Reviewed by:

Signed:

Date: 30/04/24

I certify that I have reviewed and endorsed the contents of this REF document and, to the best of my knowledge, it is in accordance with the EP&A Act, the EP&A Regulation and the Guidelines approved under clause 170 of the EP&A Regulation, and the information it contains is neither false nor misleading.

Endorsed by Inner West Council Representative:

Name:

Position:

Date:

Signature

Edward Scott

Peter Lawrence

10 Glossary

Abbreviation

ACM

Asbestos Containing Material

BCA Building Code of Australia

BC Act BiodiversityConservationAct2016

CEMP Construction Environment Management Plan

CLM Act ContaminatedLandManagementAct1997

CMP Conservation Management Plan

Council Inner West Council

DCP LeichhardtDevelopmentControlPlan2013

DP Deposited Plans

DSI Detailed Site Investigation

EP&A Act

EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentAct1979

EP&A Regulation EnvironmentalPlanningandAssessmentRegulation2021

EPA Environmental Protection Authority

GSM General Solid Waste

HCA Heritage Conservation Area

LEP InnerWestLocalEnvironmentalPlan2022

NES National Environmental Significance

PFAS Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

Activity

Proposed Stage 1 works including plant upgrades, kids pool refurbishment and new splash play area at Leichardt Park Aquatic Centre, the subject of this Review of Environmental Factors

REF Review of Environmental Factors

SEPP TI State Environmental Planning Policy (Transport and Infrastructure) 2021

TSC Act ThreatenedSpeciesConservationAct1995

WARR Act WasteAvoidanceandResourceRecoversAct2001

APPENDIX A: ASSESSMENT AGAINST SEPP TI

A.1: Assessment against SEPP TI

Clause Requirement Compliance

Division 1 Consultation

2.11 2.11 Consultation with councils development with impacts on local heritage

(1) This section applies to development carried out by or on behalf of a public authority if the development

(a) is likely to affect the heritage significance of a local heritage item, or of a heritage conservation area, that is not also a State heritage item, in a way that is more than minor or inconsequential, and

(b) is development that this Chapter provides may be carried out without consent.

(2) A public authority, or a person acting on behalf of a public authority, must not carry out development to which this section applies unless the authority or the person has

(a) had an assessment of the impact prepared, and

(b) given written notice of the intention to carry out the development, with a copy of the assessment and a scope of works, to the council for the area in which the heritage item or heritage conservation area (or the relevant part of such an area) is located, and

(c) taken into consideration any response to the notice that is received from the council within 21 days after the notice is given.

3.9 3.9 Consultation with councils development with impacts on local heritage

(Content is the same as s2.11)

Division 12 Parks and other public reserves

2.73 Development permitted without consent

(1) Development for any purpose may be carried out without consent

(a) on land reserved under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974, or acquired under Part 11 of that Act, if the development is for a use authorised under that Act, or

(b) on land declared under the Marine Estate Management Act 2014 to be a marine park or an aquatic reserve if the development is for a use authorised under that Act, or

(2) Development for any purpose may be carried out without consent

This REF has been prepared on the behalf of Council demonstrating the intention to carry out the proposed works will not have an impact on the heritage significance of Leichhardt Park.

This REF has been prepared on the behalf of Council demonstrating the intention to carry out the proposed works will not have an impact on the heritage significance of Leichhardt Park.

The proposed works at Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre are located on land zoned RE1 within Leichhardt Park. The Plan of Management for Leichhardt Park identifies the Park as Crown managed land. Inner West Council is the Crown land manager for the park

The development is for the purposes of implementing a plan of management

Clause Requirement Compliance

(a) on Trust lands within the meaning of the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust Act 1983, by or on behalf of the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust, or

(b) on trust lands within the meaning of the Parramatta Park Trust Act 2001, by or on behalf of the Parramatta Park Trust, or

(c) on Crown managed land, by or on behalf of

(i) the Secretary, or

(ii) a Crown land manager of the land (or an administrator of the manager), or

(iii) the Ministerial Corporation, or

(iv) the Minister administering the Crown Land Management Act 2016,

if the development is for the purposes of implementing a plan of management adopted for the land under the Act referred to above in relation to the land or in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993 in relation to Crown managed land managed by a council.

(3) Any of the following development may be carried out by or on behalf of a public authority without consent on land owned or controlled by the public authority

(a) development for any of the following purposes

(i) roads, pedestrian pathways, cycleways, single storey car parks, ticketing facilities, viewing platforms and pedestrian bridges,

(ii) recreation areas and recreation facilities (outdoor), but not including grandstands,

(iii) visitor information centres, information boards and other information facilities,

(iv) lighting, if light spill and artificial sky glow is minimised in accordance with the Lighting for Roads and Public Spaces Standard,

(v) landscaping, including landscape structures or features (such as art work) and irrigation systems,

(vi) amenities for people using the reserve, including toilets and change rooms,

(vii) food preparation and related facilities for people using the reserve,

(viii) maintenance depots,

(ix) portable lifeguard towers,

(b) environmental management works,

(c) demolition of buildings (other than any building that is, or is part of, a State or local heritage item or is within a heritage conservation area).

Note

adopted for the land under the Act.

The PoM provides a copy of the masterplan for LPAC which identifies the Stage 1 works which are the subject of this REF.