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EPRA PLANNING POLICIES / Introduction

Status of the Planning PoliciesUnder the East Perth Redevelopment Act 1991 the East Perth Redevelopment Authority (the Authority) is required to prepare a redevelopment scheme for theRedevelopment Area. The redevelopment scheme can be introduced in stages andapplies only to that part of the Redevelopment Area defined on the Scheme Map

which is reproduced as Figure 1.

The East Perth Redevelopment Scheme provides the formal legal basis fordevelopment control within the Scheme Area which presently coversapproximately half of the Redevelopment Area.

The Scheme provides, in Part 2, Division 1, for application of Planning Policiesrelating to the planning or development of the Scheme Area. A process for thepreparation of these policies, including mandatory public consultation, is set outin the scheme. The Authority is obliged to consider any submissions made on thedraft Policies.

The development control provisions of the Scheme require the Authority to haveregard to any relevant policies made pursuant to the Scheme in dealing with anapplication for development approval.

The combined effect of these provisions is to confer a primary status on thesePlanning Policies and require an applicant for development approval or decisionmaker under the Scheme to have due regard to the policies in relation todevelopment within the Scheme Area.

Scope and Purpose of the Planning PoliciesPlanning policies serve four main purposes:

• to supplement the development control provisions of the Scheme• to make the Authority’s requirements accessible to the public• to enable provisions to be amended without incurring the inordinate delays andcosts associated with Scheme amendments, and• to explain the background to the planning of the Scheme Area, and the rationale behind the planning and development control provisions.

Policies fall into two sets:• General Planning Policies• Precinct Planning Policies



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General Planning Policies deal with matters which apply generally over the wholeof the Scheme Area.

Precinct Planning Policies deal with the background and requirements which arespecific to individual Precincts.

The Precincts defined on the Scheme Map are based on identifiable areas of similar land use and urban design character.

The Precinct Planning Policies include:

• a brief description of the existing Precinct;• a statement of the intended future of the Precinct;• the policy and development control provisions which apply generally to thePrecinct.

The Precinct Planning Policies are also complemented by Site DevelopmentGuidelines which relate specifically to individual properties or groups of properties.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICIES /General Planning Policies



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.1The Urban VillagePreamble - The Urban VillageThe term “Urban Village”, has emerged in recent years to describe a form of urbandevelopment having characteristics which are seen as constituting a desirable alternativeto suburbia: physical and social identity, the close proximity of houses with places of work, compactness, the availability of a wide range of amenities within walking distanceand greater than normal use of public transport, rather than reliance on the motor car.

The desirable key characteristics of the Urban Village are:• compactness, so that the village can be traversed by foot in a reasonable time - say 15minutes• a distinctive identity, so that the limits of the village are easily understood in a visualand functional sense• a diversity of land use - residential, commercial, shopping and community - aimed at ahigh degree of self activity contained within the village, and the creation of activity beyond normal business hours• a diversity of housing types, emphasising higher than average densities• opportunities for leisure as well as living and working• a high quality public realm, including adequate parklands, well designed and

maintained streets and footpaths• public transport links to the city centre and other parts of the Metropolitan Region• more economic use of both social and physical infrastructure• creates opportunities for community development

With these characteristics the Urban Village offers some a significantly different andricher alternative to traditional, suburban development, as well as a more sustainabledirection for the future of the Metropolitan Region.

It is the intention of the Authority to create an Urban Village within the Scheme Area and beyond, with a mix of commercial, residential, educational, recreational and community uses. The Indicative Development Plan for the Urban Village is presented as Figure 2.

This Plan is conceptual and is not a rigid master plan. Without such a conceptual focus the Scheme Area would most likely develop without anidentity of its own, becoming simply an extension of the Perth Central Area, or an uneasy transition between the Central Area and the suburbs beyond. It is intrinsic to the conceptof the Urban Village that it becomes a distinct area, with legible boundaries and arecognisable character of its own. Good design is the critical key to success.

At the same time, because it is an inseparable part of the metropolitan urban area, it isessential that the urban village be properly integrated with the Perth Central Area andother parts of the Metropolitan Region. The critical element for success in this case is theprovision of good transport links, especially public transport.



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Diversity, Balance and Vitality The Authority aims to achieve a range of land uses and activities within the Urban Villagefor two reasons:

• to achieve a highly integrated living environment, with as many as possible of thefacilities that go with it - shopping, civic, health, educational, entertainment,recreational, cultural, and so on - available within walking distance of homes. This willhave the added advantage of creating a high level of activity on streets and in otherpublic places throughout the day, night and weekend.

• to achieve a strong and diversified employment base within the village, offering the

opportunity for people to live and work in the same locality. The spin-off from this will be a reduced dependence on private transport, which in turn will offer an enhancedlifestyle, on the one hand, and improved transport efficiency on the other.

The Authority consciously seeks a balance between land uses which will optimise bothliving and working opportunities, without the dominance of either to the detriment of the other. In pursuit of this balance;

• ‘Planning Policies’ will emphasise compatibility between land uses, by focusing onurban design and compatible density controls• the Authority will carefully guide and monitor development to ensure maintenance of the desired balance, and

• the initial emphasis of development will be on housing, supporting infrastructure andfacilities and commercial development for those sectors of the economy likely ‘todemonstrate early growth’.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.2Residential DevelopmentPreambleThe inner city and its immediate periphery have seen a drastic decline inpopulation over the past several decades. The consequences of this decline for theeconomy, vitality, safety, perceived security and amenity of the city, for choice of housingand for the development of the Metropolitan Region, have only recently been widely appreciated.

The Authority’s objective is that the urban village should make a major contributiontoward a renaissance of the inner city by:

• bringing people back into the inner city to live as well as work • providing choice in medium to high density housing types

Housing and Population TargetsThe Project areas will be developed to higher densities and with a different housing mixthan is traditional in Perth. These will have a relatively low proportion of singleresidential blocks, and a relatively high proportion of grouped and multiple dwellings.

It is anticipated that the Authority’s Project areas will create housing for new communities as follows:

Claisebrook Village Riverside New NorthbridgeNumber o f dwellings Up to 1250 540Number of people 2250-2900 4700-6000 1000-1250

The above figures reflect a range of 1.8 – 2.3 residents per dwelling.

A Range of ResidentsThe Authority intends that the Project areas should be inhabited and used by a cross

section of society, in terms of age, household structure, income and lifestyle. Certaingroups of people are more likely to be initially attracted by the location and lifestyleopportunities afforded by each of the Project areas.

These include couples without children, single people of all ages, non-family householdsand others sharing accommodation. However, the construction of housing types andfacilities suitable for families with children, including single parent families will also beencouraged.

Reasons for locating in the Project areas will vary enormously. Proximity to the centralarea of Perth - for employment, leisure and education - will feature prominently in thefirst place. Part of the attraction for many - perhaps most - people, will be the reduced

need to rely on the motor car in order to enjoy a full and varied urban lifestyle.



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A Range of DwellingsThe Authority is committed to more intensive use of land than in typical suburbansituations. The emphasis will be on medium to high density development. Housing typesto be provided include:

• detached houses on small lots• row or terrace type houses, from 1 to 3 storeys in height, mostly on freehold land• broad frontage terraced (stepped) houses from 2 to 3 storeys in height occupying thefull width of the lot. i.e. zero lot lines to side boundaries• grouped dwellings, with private gardens• walk-up apartments, in buildings ranging mainly from 2 to 4 storeys in height, bothowner-occupier or rented

• in selected areas, multi storey apartment buildings• ‘studio loft style’ and other apartments in recycled industrial, warehouse or other buildings• serviced apartments• dwellings within mixed use buildings• aged persons’ dwellings, provided by both public and private sector• self contained hostel units and assisted care accommodation, in situations designed toprovide continuing and graduated care• hostels, boarding houses and similar buildings for both permanent residents and visitors• hotel accommodation with business, conference and function style operations

Housing FormHousing forms should generally reinforce the relatively intimate, inner city charactersought for the area. Larger scale projects will need to be designed as clusters with smallerurban forms to break down the perceived scale. The Authority is opposed to the simpleimposition of historical housing forms and strongly encourages innovation in housingdesign. The desired character for housing, as with other buildings, will be required tomeet the policies and guidelines set down for the respective Precinct and for the specificsite.

Of particular interest will be designs which have a scale adding to the existing anddesired character of each precinct, are extroverted in character so that the outdoorspaces become part of the street scene, and have well considered detail and finish. EPRA will encourage the adaptation of selected buildings for housing, and mixed use solutions.

In pursuit of innovative, sympathetic and stimulating housing forms, EPRA considersthat rigid adherence to the suburban based Residential Planning Codes may beinappropriate. Whilst some of the most basic R Code provisions will need to beconsidered, standards for car parking, open space, building setbacks and minimum lotsizes all call for a flexible response.

The following guidelines are intended to enhance the overall quality of residential designin the Project areas. They are both qualitative and quantitative; they are to be used by architects and prospective developers as a guide to their work in the area. They will beused by EPRA as part of its criteria for approving proposed projects. They are presentedin two parts, related to the general context, and the dwelling per se.



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The ContextDensity The issue of density in the various Project areas will be approached on the basis of eachsite’s ability to sustain quality dwellings within a quality environment. For most sites aminimum density of R60 is achievable with one and two storey configurations. However,EPRA anticipates both higher and lower density areas for the overall site.

ParkingCar parking provisions will be treated in a flexible manner in order to be responsive tothe needs of a variety of residents expected in the Project areas. Street parking is to beprovided where appropriate for visitors and general use. Parking on the verge is not

permitted. EPRA will encourage off site parking and other techniques to render parkingas unobtrusive as possible. Rear access via mews or lanes is encouraged.

Surrounding BuildingsIt is necessary to take into account the scale, mass and grain of buildings surroundingeach development parcel. The context need not be imitated by the new structures butproposed new structures should “engage in dialogue” with those which currently exist.

Identity While it is recognised that each home may not be unique in its plan and layout, theoverall Precinct design should promote a sense of variety amongst Precincts, streets anddwellings. Identity is to be promoted through use of materials, colour, or ‘applied’

details. Opportunity shall be promoted for owners or users to individualise their homes. A site containing multiple dwellings shall minimise the ‘large scale project’ look,conveying instead a sense of incremental evolution typical of older inner city neighbourhoods.

The Street A goal, where possible, is to reinforce the traditional relationship of residence to street.Homes in general shall be accessed from the street (although not necessarily exclusively)and some windows should overlook the street and footpath. Kerb cuts or cross-oversshall be minimised so that street trees can be planted on an uninterrupted basis andkerbside parking can be provided.

Shared SpaceSemi-private space is to be minimised and where employed its design is to enhance realand perceived security. The design of all public, semi-private and private spaces is to be‘legible’ i.e. evident as to its use, ownership, responsibility for maintenance, etc. Ambiguity of ‘ownership’ or use is to be avoided.

The Dwelling

SizeEvery effort should be made to maximise the efficiency of each dwelling consistent withgeneral residential standards. This may take the form of floor area and/or volume

contained within the home, the percentage of net useable versus total gross space, oreven the perceived sense of spaciousness which is achieved. EPRA encourages spatial‘interest’ such as two-storey spaces which appear generous and exhibit quality.



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Privacy Visual and acoustical privacy are of recognised importance. Construction materials andtechniques used should enhance acoustical privacy between dwellings and isolatepotentially conflicting use areas within homes. This applies to inside and outside spaces. Windows should not face each other on adjacent homes or, where avoidable, overlook aneighbour’s private outdoor spaces. Level changes which exist on a site might beemployed to promote privacy, as well as to minimise bulk. EPRA believes that visual andacoustical privacy levels appropriate to inner city living can be achieved equally effectively in medium density in detached housing.

Outdoor SpacesDwellings situated on grade should enjoy a private, useable outdoor space. Areas shall beprovided on balconies or roof decks where sufficient privacy can be achieved. North lightorientation is strongly preferred for gardens. Climate provision shall be made to enableoutdoor ‘living’ in accordance with seasonal conditions and user preference. Traditionalarchitectural climate moderation devices such as roof overhangs, porches, verandas,trellises, etc. may be used to mitigate the effects of sun, wind and rain. Trees also play animportant role in climate control. Cross ventilation of living and sleeping spaces is highly desirable. Wherever possible, bathrooms, lavatories and kitchens shall have windows fornatural ventilation to the outside.

LightGardens shall favour north orientation where possible. Unprotected windows oropenings through dwelling walls shall favour south and east light. Some extra form of protection is required to north and west window orientations. This might take the formof roof overhangs, trellises, louvres, or similar devices, or planting of trees and shrubs.

General Amenity EPRA recognises the need for each of the Project areas to compete in the market place with other options available in the City and suburbs, therefore, it encourages a highdegree of amenity in the design including fireplaces, walk in robes, eat in kitchens, large bedrooms and flexi rooms which might double as study, extra bedroom or family space.

Flexibility Dwelling design is to enhance flexibility of use to accommodate a range of householdtypes. Rooms shall be flexible as to their general use and specific options for furnishing.

Houses may be capable of extension.Energy UseUse of solar radiation for passive heating and domestic hot water supply is desirable.Energy innovation is encouraged so long as it is consistent with good design and marketacceptability. (Refer to Policy 1.4 for specific design criteria relating to Energy Conservation).

Housing Diversity EPRA, where appropriate, will actively seek to encourage a mix of affordable and socialhousing types to accommodate the widest possible range of incomes. Specific attention will be given to the provision for ‘affordable housing’. It is anticipated that a range of

dwellings will be developed, including:



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• public rental housing• private rental housing• community rental housing• housing cooperatives• affordable housing• housing for non-profit groups• demonstration mixed use housing• housing for people with special needs• student accommodation• aged person accommodation• hostel accommodation

This list is not exhaustive and EPRA will actively encourage proposals that are both new and innovative and that meet a demand.

EPRA shall seek to use its powers to ensure that between 10% and 15% of all new housingunits are created as ‘affordable housing’. Approximately half of the affordable housingunits shall be ‘social or special needs housing’. To that end, EPRA shall seek to limit theuse of land in perpetuity for the provision of public, social or special needs housing onidentified sites.

When considering proposals for housing, EPRA will seek to achieve an element of socialand/ or affordable accommodation. This will be a priority in reaching agreement withdevelopers in order to make adequate provision for a range of housing needs. Onidentified residential and mixed-use sites EPRA will require a portion of the residentialaccommodation as social and affordable housing.

EPRA will expect that the benefits of social and/or affordable accommodation areenjoyed by successive occupiers of the property. Where the developer/provider is not asocial landlord (see Social/Community Housing definition below)/not for profitorganisation, details of the arrangement to achieve this will be negotiated between the Authority and the developer. For the purposes of the above the following definitionsapply:

Social/Comm unity Housing: Rental housing provided by not for profit agencies(Ministry for Housing, rental cooperatives, churches and charities etc) with rents set at

23-25% of tenant’s household income. (Definition as used by Western AustralianDepartment of Housing and Works)

Affordable H ousing: Rental housing accessible in perpetuity to the two lowesthousehold income quintiles in WA as defined by ABS, and with rents capped at 30 % of the tenant’s household income. It is aimed at people who do not qualify forsocial/community housing but who still need a level of assistance. (National HousingStrategy 1992-modified by reference to WA)

Special Needs Housing:Special Needs Housing provides for target groups of specific identified needs includingaged persons, indigenous people, people with disabilities, youth, homeless etc. This list is

not exclusive but the key issue is that it is aimed at groups with defined needs.(Definition as used by Western Australian Department of Housing and Works)



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.3Urban Design

Preamble - The Significance of Urban DesignThe historical village or small town exhibits a remarkable identity, coherence andharmony through its layout and consistency of scale, building forms, and materials. Withcontemporary form it is possible to achieve coherence and harmony through theapplication of urban design principles.

Urban design differs from architecture in that it is not concerned with single buildings,and hardly at all with their interiors, rather with their cumulative impact: their grouping,their relationship to one another and the way in which they give form to and interact with streets, squares, parks, foreshores and other public spaces.

It differs from traditional planning in that it encompasses the third or verticaldimension; with one of its principal preoccupations being with the spaces formed by buildings and other structural elements, for example bridges, walls, waterways andlandscape.

The Authority is committed to provide an attractive, cohesive and enjoyable environmentfor its residents, visitors and workers. For this reason the Authority seeks the highest

possible standards of urban design for the area.

Legibility and Identity At present East Perth lacks a clear, positive image and identity. The application of urbandesign principles can go some way towards clarifying the legibility of the Village.The key elements in establishing legibility are:

• all built forms in the Village are to have a recognisable relationship from one toanother, through the use of common materials, design elements (roof pitches), openingsizes and heights etc• identifiable landscape themes and open spaces

• a consistency or identifiable of treatment of common elements such as roads, paths,street furniture, paving• clearly defined and recognisable boundaries and entry and exit points• to foster through design a sense of street address• landmark places and buildings, and• integration of public art

The Public-Private InterfaceThe relationship between development on individual sites and streets or other publicspaces which they abut, is of the utmost importance. Consequently:

• in many instances buildings will have required orientations• the demarcation between public space and private space is to be clearly defined



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• buildings are to ‘address’ the street• entrances are to be unambiguous and only related to the street• ‘dead’ walls are to be avoided, and• facade design should invite interest at street level, and signal the nature of the use of the building.

Various techniques are available to signal the demarcation between public, and privatespace without constructing solid walls. These include changes of level, low walls, visually open fences, changes of paving, bollards and other landscape elements.

Buildings should clearly address public spaces, with windows looking onto the space andentrances clearly visible. Blank walls, opaque planting or screen walls, roller shutters orair vents are to be avoided, so are reflective or heavily tinted (ie non-transparent)glazing, especially at street level. In the case of shops it is generally preferable to locatedisplay windows on the street, with canopies overhanging the footpath.

Commercial buildings such as offices should invite interaction, with activity, foyers and windows rather than stark walls facing the street. Buildings should be designed toprovide visual cues, including but not limited to signage and lighting so that pedestrianscan comprehend the whole environment.

StreetscapesStreetscapes embrace both the public realm and the private realm. The public realmstreetscape elements include the width and materials of carriageways, medians andfootpaths, tree and other planting, lighting and street furniture. The private realmelements include the facades of buildings, fences, the treatment of front setback areasand driveways.

The treatment of both sets of elements should be complementary, and reflect a common,legible image of the nature of the street (or other public place - it may be a foreshorepromenade, or park). Buildings should be located:

• to form an urban edge to the street• to provide convenient pedestrian connections between buildings and the publicsidewalk

• to provide an interesting and attractive edge to the public realm• to provide weather protection for the pedestrian• to minimize the public view of parking areas and servicing facilities• to enclose and define the public street space at an appropriate scale, and• to provide continuity of activity along streets/promenades

Street intersections should be accentuated with an appropriate building and devices toprovide landmarks to orient pedestrians and motorists and to mark them as specialplaces within the City’s network of public street spaces.

The design and siting of buildings should preserve and enhance special street views, inparticular:

• views of important buildings and natural features• focal points at T-intersections



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• views along curving roadways.

New buildings should ensure that adjacent properties have privacy, access to sunlightand retain their visual and physical amenity. This will include protection from the new development’s site illumination, noise and odour, if applicable.

Scale and Massing of BuildingsBuildings should respect the scale of the street or place and of their neighbours.Throughout most of East Perth, buildings will be required to be of two to four storeys inheight, depending on location. Building scale is not only determined by height, but also by the width it presents to the street the articulation of the facades and, where visible, itsdepth. Together these determine the mass of the building.

In order to obtain an acceptable scale and mass of building it will be necessary in someinstances to control not only height but also the horizontal scale. Where a building is tooccupy a large frontage site in a streetscape of narrower frontages, a lengthy building islikely to disrupt the rhythm of the street. In such cases the Authority will require that the building be designed so that the facade and/or roof is vertically articulated in such a way as to present a more harmonious rhythm to the street. In a few instances similararticulation of other faces of a building may be required to break down the impact of itsmass.

GrainConsistency of grain within various use areas is sought. Grain refers to the degree of articulation effected in a buildings facade and roof design. Generally, coarser grain will be preferred where wider streets and faster traffic prevail such as commercial precincts.Finer grain is desirable in residential precincts where buildings are experiencedprimarily from the footpath by pedestrians.

PlaceIt is the Authorities desire that buildings within the redevelopment area reflect a Western Australian regional character and sense of place. This is not to be interpreted asa call for historic building types but as an interest in sensitive use of materials and form

that relate to Western Australia’s climate.

Roof LinesRoof lines and silhouettes affect the visual impact of buildings and are a principal meansof confirming harmony and identity. The Authority requires that roof lines be designedto provide clear silhouettes and to minimise visual clutter and unnecessary extensions of height. Accordingly it requires that any necessary lift overruns, mechanical equipment orother structures above eaves level be incorporated into the roof structure, orconcentrated into a single, simple, structure.

Large roofs must be broken down in scale and area. In most instances the Authority will

require buildings to have 30 degree pitched roofs, either smooth profile tiles orcolorbond metal roofing from a restricted palette of colours.



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MaterialsHistorically buildings have been constructed with local materials which have lent anatural consistency and unity to the streets and areas in which they have been built. Withmodern technology, a far wider range of materials and finishes is now available, and adhoc selection of materials has resulted in a loss of the traditional unity.

The Authority will require the use of materials and detailing which is easily maintainedand durable. Finishes which improve with age and weathering are preferred to highmaintenance finishes. Compatibility does not necessarily mean that choice is limited toreplication of existing materials. In most instances masonry (brick, concrete, stone,concrete block), or even synthetic panels of similar colours to those found in the locality, will provide the necessary unity for walls. In some cases - for example, extensions toexisting buildings and especially those of architectural or heritage interest - the Authority may require the use of identical materials and architectural detail.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.4Green Building DesignBackgroundThe East Perth Redevelopment Authority (EPRA) wishes to promote high quality environmentally sustainable building design, construction and operation. EPRA is well placed to advance green development practices and initiatives within itsRedevelopment Area. There is an opportunity to not only reduce greenhouse gasemissions and waste generation, but to design and construct more healthy, efficientand productive buildings.This policy applies to all Project Areas within the Redevelopment Area andaccordingly provides a consistent approach to achieving environmentally sustainable built form outcomes. It is supported by precinct specific design guidelines whichidentify the performance requirement for each site.EPRA has adopted a three tier approach in implementing green building designacross its Redevelopment Area. Each Tier corresponds to a Green Star rating rangingfrom 6 Star Green Star certification to 4 Star Green Star certification. Whileminimum standards are mandated for each site, EPRA encourages developments toachieve a higher than mandated Green Star rating.

Objectives All buildings constructed within the Redevelopment Area are to be designed andconstructed to significantly reduce or eliminate their negative impact on theenvironment and occupants, using less energy and natural resources, and generatingless waste and pollution.The core objectives of the policy are:• To provide a consistent approach to environmentally responsive buildingdesign throughout the Redevelopment Area.• To promote green building programs, technologies, design practices andoperations as well as the integration of green building initiatives into thedesign, construction and operation of buildings.• To encourage development that is environmentally sustainable through theefficient use of resources, and integrated design and ensure that design forgood environmental performance is considered in conjunction with otherdesign considerations within the Redevelopment Area.• To guide EPRA in its decision making and guide developers in the sustainabledesign, construction and operation of all new buildings constructed within theRedevelopment Area.• Recognise that the future of our cities lies in providing urban and built forms which support the health of our communities.

APPLICATIONThis policy shall apply to all new development of all land use types within theRedevelopment Area. The policy does not apply to extensions, alterations or fit outsof existing buildings.POLICY R EQUIREMENTS



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Through the master planning phase of projects EPRA will identify sites as either TierOne, Tier Two or Tier Three. This will be undertaken in accordance with, and tosatisfy, a number of precinct specific objectives, criteria, indicators and targets. Inidentifying Tier ratings consideration will be given to a number of designconsiderations including, but not limited to, the sites prominence, amenity, transportaccess, access to service infrastructure and its contribution to place making. The Tierrating associated with each site identifies the Green Star rating that development onthe site is required to achieve.Green Star is a comprehensive, national, environmental rating scheme developed by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) that evaluates the environmentaldesign and achievements of buildings. Green Star covers a number of categories thatassess the environmental impact that is a direct consequence of a projects siteselection, design, construction and maintenance. At the time of this policy’s adoptionthe nine categories included within all Green Star rating tools are:• Management• Indoor environment quality • Energy • Water• Transport• Materials• Land use and ecology • Emissions• InnovationTier One: 6 Star Green Star

Development on Tier One sites is required to achieve 6 Star Green Star Designcertification from the GBCA. Tier One sites will be identified in the Design Guidelinesfor each project area.Tier Two: 5 Star Green StarDevelopment on Tier Two sites is required to achieve 5 Star Green Star Designcertification from the GBCA. Tier Two sites will be identified in the Design Guidelinesfor each project area.Tier Three: 4 Star Green StarUnless nominated as Tier One or Tier Two sites, all sites with the redevelopment areaare identified as Tier Three sites. Development on Tier Three sites is required toachieve 4 Star Green Star Design certification from the GBCA.

CERTIFICATION All assessable developments are required to achieve a certified Green Star - Designrating.The requirement to achieve Green Star - Design certification will be conditioned atthe development approval stage and documentation confirming the achievement of certification from the GBCA is required to be submitted to EPRA at the workingdrawing stage. Where the applicable Green Star rating tool is in pilot phase, self-assessment of thedevelopment against the pilot is to be undertaken by a Green Star AccreditedProfessional to the satisfaction of EPRA. Documentation of this assessment will berequired to be submitted at Working Drawings stage.To ensure the Design standard is achieved, a statement from a Green Star Accredited

Professional will be required upon practical completion and prior to occupation. Thestatement is to confirm that all initiatives identified in the Design certification and



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integral to the achievement of the Green Star rating have been implemented. Where a Green Star rating tool or pilot tool from the GBCA is not available thedevelopment is to achieve the minimum standards for design and construction asspecified in the Sustainability Matrix contained in this policy (Refer Appendix 1).The Sustainability Matrix is less stringent than Green Star criteria, however requiresa design and construction standard that is substantially above current minimum building practices and can be applied across a range of building types. TheSustainability Matrix provides performance criteria for energy, water, indoorenvironment quality, materials and waste.

Policy Adopted: October 2008Last Amended: Nil

No te : Planning Policy 1.4 - Green Building Design replaces the existing PlanningPolicy 1.4- Energy Conservation.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.5Landscaping

PreambleThe Authority requires that the selection and location of planting, including trees,shrubs, ground covers and grass, is complementary to the overall objectives of urbandesign set out in Planning Policy 1.3.

Overall Them eThe selection and location of plants will recognise the progression from a natural riveredge to an urbanised central place around the western end of the waterway. Thetreatment of the inlet and upstream waterway will provide the area with the opportunity for the demonstration of this progression. Planting will be of natural riverine species atthe eastern (river) end. At the western end the planting of proven street plants, whichmay include exotics, will reflect the man made surroundings. The transition from oneend to the other will be achieved along the length of the waterway and will be reflected inthe progression through the residential areas near the river and the commercialdevelopments nearer to the centre.

Other Criteria for Plant SelectionPlants, especially trees, will be selected for their suitability in terms of scale, colour,texture, diversity, historical context and effect required. It is most important that theultimate height, spread and density of the canopy, should be in scale with the space in which the plant is set. It is also important that it should thrive with a minimum of assistance in the specific conditions of the site, and that the site be capable of accommodating the natural growth patterns of the plant both above and below ground.

Street Trees Wherever possible, streets and pedestrian ways will have tree planting to provide shade

continuity and add interest and softness to the ambience of the space. Tree planting andlighting will be designed together to ensure that there is also adequate illumination atnight.

Street trees will generally be limited to a single species in any one street unless:

• a special case can be made to vary them as a reflection of different uses of land oneither side, or• a special feature is required at, say, an intersection.

The role of the street tree, other than providing shade and softness, is to be a unifyingelement in the overall treatment of the space.



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Plants in Parks and Open SpacesIn parks and open spaces plants are needed to provide not only physical comfort andsoftness, but also controlled diversity, to add richness to the urban fabric. The scale of the space needs to be respected, as does the appropriateness of the plant to the location.

Landscaping in Residential AreasHard and soft landscape elements shall be employed to promote richness and appeal andto help define outdoor spaces. Street trees shall be planted at regular intervals to fosterdesign cohesion and identity. Trees shall also be used for buffers, climate control(especially deciduous varieties), decorative landmark or other purposes. Landscapefurnishings such as lights, benches, play equipment, rubbish bins, etc. shall be employed where practical.

The Authority encourages specific landscapes to be created to accommodate specificresidential populations. For example, toddler play areas will enhance portions of aPrecinct aimed at young families; shaded seating or overlooks will enhance areas aimedat aged persons.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.6Open Spaces

PreambleThe Authority is of the opinion that the success or failure of the project as an Urban Village is greatly affected by the quality of its open space system. It is a primary objectiveof the Authority to create spaces which:

• include logical and interesting routes for pedestrians which are clear and easily understood• meet the recreational and leisure needs of the community • are attractive to users• are well located and accessible• are secure and well lit• are easily maintained• have a continuity of landscape quality • include linkages so one can walk nearly everywhere.

The incorporation of the Claisebrook Inlet and surrounding promenade system as thepredominant public realm provides the following:• a response to the East-West Claisebrook Valley topography, identifying the valley floorand using the inlet/lake system as a linear connection between the Swan River and theinstitutional area• a focus for establishing much of the initial identity of the Village• an urban recreational environment, providing opportunities for a perception of sharedresponsibility and source of community pride and spirit• a venue for recreational retail activity.

Open Space ProvisionThe Authority does not accept the concept of providing an arbitrary percentage of thedevelopment area for open space. Just as individuals’ needs for residential units are variable, so is the demand for recreation space and so a variety of spatial andrecreational opportunities will be provided. Open spaces also need to be useful andaccessible, not merely decorative settings for buildings or facilities.

It is also recognised that the East Perth area is already well served with open space by theSwan River Foreshore, the remnants of The Victoria Park, the East Perth Cemetery and Wellington Square. The creation of the Inlet and the upstream waterways provides astrong east-west axis along which open spaces will be connected by a continuouspedestrian system. The promenades will range from hard paved areas furnished asoutdoor extensions of the adjacent buildings to the much softer spaces in The VictoriaPark and the river foreshore.



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Residential Areas Within the residential areas it will be the policy of the Authority to provide a range of small park spaces for seating, community contact, children’s play and for more passiverecreational pursuits. These spaces will also provide opportunities for planting of shadetrees and integrated landscaping complementing the medium density housing areas.These small ‘pocket parks’ will be designed individually to suit the needs of occupants of surrounding residences. They should foster a sense of community ownership and pride.

Comm ercial AreasThe Authority will require a high quality of design and construction in the open spacesalong the waterways and in the commercial areas, to encourage public use and thereby add the vitality that only people can give to a place. The Authority will itself providemuch of this space, selecting complementary styles of furniture and lighting and highquality paving finishes.

The Authority will also encourage the community and its traders to introduce both visualand performing arts to these spaces. In general the ground should be attractively pavedand balanced with the softness and shade afforded by canopy trees.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.7Car Parking

PreambleFor several decades the starting point for planning policy on car parking, in locationsother than the central city areas, has been to require that each development provide onits own land for all car parking demands generated by the development. The reasons why parking in central city areas should be treated differently are important in considering anappropriate policy for East Perth.

East Perth is on the periphery of the Perth Central Area and represents a transition between it and the suburbs beyond. It can be expected to exhibit some of thecharacteristics of both and, furthermore, will change with time and the introduction of better forms of public transport.

In drawing up appropriate Parking Policies there needs to be a balance struck betweentwo competing objectives:

• the need for marketing viability and hence for parking provision which will allow EastPerth to compete for development with other locations, and• the desire to develop East Perth as an ‘urban village’ with a lower emphasis on car-

bound travel and a higher emphasis on public transport, walking and cycling than hashitherto been the case in Perth.

These objectives reflect the unique situations provided by the project and the currenttransport debate in Perth where it is being increasingly recognised that alternatives tothe present car dominance need to be promoted.

The more closely East Perth approaches the Urban Village in form, the more it willreflect the desirability of reducing car parking below suburban requirements. Carparking requirements and policies will be reviewed on an annual basis.

Off-Street ParkingInitially the Authority will require off-street car parking to be provided in accordance with the standards set out in the Scheme Text. As the area develops, parking needs will be monitored, and standards modified accordingly. Ultimately, something akin to PerthCentral Area standards may apply, at least for commercial development.

In view of the position of East Perth and its planning philosophy, it is considered thatneither a maximum limit, nor a minimum requirement, on their own, is appropriate.Instead the Scheme provides for both:

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Between the minimum and the maximum, the developer will have the option to provideon-site spaces. However, to encourage the provision of joint-use parking and/or publictransport alternatives, the Authority may require that developers also contribute to the Authority at a fixed amount per optional on-site space.

If the developer does not wish to satisfy his minimum requirement on-site, or if the Authority does not wish this to happen for local planning and design reasons, therequirement may be met by way of the developer making a contribution to the Authority at the set rate.

In some circumstances the Authority may permit the car parking for a particulardevelopment to be provided on another site, subject to the site being suitably located andprovision of suitable guarantees about permanent availability. Such situations may include separate sites in the same or different ownership, the sharing of on-site parkingfor another development, or a privately owned car parking area.

In addition, the Authority will give consideration, in particular cases, to a reduction inthe number of spaces to be provided, having regard to the hours of operation of the use,the availability of kerbside and other public parking and other relevant factors.

Kerbside Parking Within all areas, especially shopping and commercial areas, the Authority will generally encourage use of kerbside parking.

Cash in Lieu of On-site ParkingThe Authority will identify special funds for the purpose of funding the provision of public car parking areas or other public infrastructure. The Authority may receive cashcontributions in lieu of on-site parking and may use these funds for the purchase of landand construction of car parking stations. Such stations may be constructed by the Authority itself, by Perth City Council, by a private operator, or by a partnership of thesegroups.

Public Parking Areas

The Authority encourages the development of public parking areas, with multiple uses,to maximise usage around the clock. Public car parking areas may be owned by the Authority, Perth City Council, a private operator or in partnership. It is not, however, the Authority’s intention to become a long term owner/operator of car parking.

Management of Car ParkingIn general the Authority intends that the day to day management of car parking,including pricing policy, enforcement of regulations, and operation of metering and carparking areas, should be carried out by Perth City Council.

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the off-street parking requirements of the R Codes, designed to meet suburbansituations, will often not be appropriate to East Perth. An obvious example is wheredwellings are combined with commercial uses and multiple use of parking spaces occurs.



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EPRA PLANNING POLICY / 1.8Transport

PreambleThe success of the Urban Village is closely bound to the provision of appropriate forms of transport. The emphasis is on minimising distances between home and work, shops orschools, on energy consumption and on promoting either walking or cycling. Thetransport priority in descending order of preference is given below:

• foot and cycle• public transport• private motor vehicle

Consequently, the main thrust of the Authority’s policies regarding transport are to:

• encourage and provide for movement on foot and cycle• encourage and provide for a variety of forms of public transport• discourage reliance on private car movements within the Village

This policy direction has important implications for land use and development, as well asfor the provision of transport facilities. Land use and development aspects are the

subject of separate policies, notably:

1.1 The Urban Village;1.2 Residential Development; and1.3 Urban Design

Pedestr ian Movem entIt is the Authority’s policy that the whole of the redevelopment area should be easily accessible by people on foot. In essence this requires that:

• all streets, with few exceptions, are to be provided with footpaths on both sides;

• all open spaces, and in particular all foreshores, are to be provided with continuousfootpaths, linked to the street footpath network • a continuous public easement or reserve is to be established along the foreshores toensure continuous public access to the water’s edge• where street blocks are excessively long through block public footways are to beprovided• where footpaths serve areas of intensive development, such as shops, provision should be made for awnings or other forms of protection for pedestrians• safe crossing of other transport routes is to be provided, with grade-separation orsignals where the level of usage demands or circumstances allow • pedestrian ways are to be located and treated so as to provide a high level of personalsecurity, as outlined in Policy 1.12 Security • where possible pedestrian ways and building entries are to be easily accessible to thedisabled and to peoplewith prams or similar.



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In issuing development guidelines for land or assessing development proposals the Authority will require that the development of land:

• incorporate pedestrian facilities as required• may be conditional on a financial contribution to publicly provide pedestrian facilitiesrequired as a consequence of that development.

Cycle Movem entIt is the Authority’s policy that the redevelopment area should be highly accessible tocyclists, and that safe provision be made for commuter cycling to, from, and through theredevelopment area. In the main, cycle movements within the Urban Village will utilisethe local street system and the foreshore open space system. In general, commuter cyclemovements will be accommodated on designated routes utilising the Swan Riverforeshore open space and the major road system. The main elements of the Authority’spolicy are:

• the local street system is to be built with the needs of cyclists in mind• parking facilities for cycles are to be provided at key locations, particularly adjoiningshops, along the open space areas, and at public transport stops• commuter cycle routes will be specifically designated and sign posted• provision will be made for a dedicated Swan River foreshore cycle path, whereverpossible separate from the footpath network • other designated commuter cycle routes will be provided for by widening, and possibly marking, the outside lanes of the roads involved• designated commuter cycle routes will be located so as to cross major roads atsignalised intersections• use of pedestrian spaces for commuter cycles will generally be discouraged orprohibited, except at shared bridge crossings and where commuter cycle routes crosspedestrian spaces.

In issuing development guidelines for land or assessing development proposals, the Authority will require that the development of land:

• incorporate cycle facilities as required; and• may be conditional on a financial contribution to publicly provided cycle facilities

required as a consequence of that development.The design of cycle routes will be in accordance with Bikewest guidelines.

Public Transpor tThe Authority recognises that, for the foreseeable future, there will be extensivecommuting between the redevelopment area and other parts of the Metropolitan Region, because of entrenched habit and patterns of workplace location. There will also be asignificant demand for other than pedestrian or cycle movement withinthe scheme area.

The Authority has the long term objective of reducing dependence on private vehiculartrips. To this end it will pursue a two pronged policy of:



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• encouraging development which will maximise use of public transport• encouraging and providing for a range of public transport modes

Land use and development policies are covered in other Planning Policies. The mainthrust of these are to ensure that employment generating activities and higher density housing are located in close proximity to public transport nodes.

Public transport operations are not the Authority’s responsibility but measures beingkept actively under consideration and review by the Authority are:

Bus Services. Transperth already operates bus routes through parts of East Perth. Existing servicescould be easily modified to provide a more extensive coverage of the East Perth area. Thetwo routes which could be formed by re-routing existing services would be:

i) East Parade, Royal Street and Trafalgar Road; and

ii) Bennett Street, Royal Street and Hill Street.

The Perth Free Transit Zone covers most of the scheme area.

Rail Services The East Perth Redevelopment Area is well serviced by the suburban electrical railsystem, with stations at McIver and Claisebrook. Both these stations will allow fast railaccess along routes to Armadale, Midland, Fremantle and Joondalup. In the longer term,a new station could be constructed on the Armadale line as part of the development.

Light RailProvision has been made in the redevelopment plan for a future light rail route alongRoyal Street. If proved viable the route will be part of a proposed transit system which will provide fast public transport to the city centre and other locations within the PerthCentral Area.

Ferry Services As many of the road river crossings become congested, public water transport will become a more viable proposition. Allowance has been made in the planning of the

development for ferries to enter the inlet in the event that East Perth becomes part of afuture, comprehensive ferry system along the Swan River. The system would includeother terminals servicing future developments on the Burswood, Maylands and BelmontPeninsulas, as well as existing and future terminals between Perth and Fremantle.

Persona l Public Transpor tThe Authority recognises the potential of Personal Public Transport systems for EastPerth. The concept of PPT is not new, however recent advancements in computers andinformation have increased its viability. Proposed systems would provide passengers with greatly improved access to information about regular bus, rail and ferry services,and be able to book on-demand services at ‘intelligent’ bus stops. An added advantage of

PPT systems is that they allow for the provision of early and economical services innewer areas prior to full demand.



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Planning Policy / 1.9Public Art

PreambleThe Authority has initiated and implemented a substantial public art program since itsformation in 1991.

The Authority recognises that the successful integration of art into public spaces –

streets, squares, buildings, foreshores, parks fosters a better quality of life and a strongsense of identity in the locality in which it occurs.

This policy sets out the intent, design process, commissioning procedures and the overalladministration of public art in the redevelopment area.

Aims and Objectives of Public ArtIn summary, the aims and objectives of public art within the redevelopment area are:

To contribute to the social, cultural and economic value of each precinct

To engage with the public in a way that contributes to their understanding of the

spaces and places they inhabit To inject places with indefinable qualities such as soul, myth, magic and

imagination

To create artworks in public spaces that are site specific and integrated into builtand natural forms and places

To reflect the character of each precinct and open space by recording past andpresent histories, culture and ideas

To expand public awareness of contemporary art practice outside of galleries.

Percent for ArtHistorically the Authority adopted a ‘Percent for Art’ approach as the basis for its publicart policy. This was in accordance with the recommendations made by the WA Government’s Ministerial Taskforce on Public Art and subsequent Cabinet Minute(1997), endorsing the ‘Percent for Art’ scheme for major government buildings.

Since 1990 ‘Art in Public Places’ programs and ‘Percent for Art’ schemes have beenimplemented by many other federal, state and local authorities within Western Australiaand nationally.

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Set aside 1% of the construction costs of all buildings, hard and soft landscaping,and other appropriate public works funded by it, for the implementation of Public Art

Seek a similar contribution from Commonwealth, State or local governmentagencies undertaking public works within the Redevelopment Area, associated with the construction of buildings or hard and soft landscaping and with a valuein excess of $1m

For private developments with an estimated construction value greater than $1m,require the developer to contribute 1% of the construction costs* to the ‘Percentfor Art’ program

For private developments with a construction value less than $1m, encourage theprivate developer to contribute to the ‘Percent for Art’ program

Where appropriate, retain ‘Percent for Art’ contributions of less than $15,000 forconsolidation into larger art projects.

What Public Art IsPublic art is artwork that has been specifically commissioned for a defined publicly usedsite, either built, landscaped or natural, external or in parts of buildings that arefrequented by the public. The artwork can be permanent, temporary or ephemeral,functional or non-functional, as defined by the individual brief. In some instances it may

take subtle forms, such as landscaping or street furniture.

Permanent/Temporary/Ephemeral Art While most public art commissions are intended to be permanent, a smaller number arecommissioned on the understanding that they will be temporary or ephemeral. Becausetemporary and ephemeral works are not permanent, these works can be moreexperimental. Creation of temporary and ephemeral artworks may present moreopportunities for community involvement, and can also be a mechanism for raisingcommunity awareness of social, cultural and environmental issues.

Permanent Artwork in Public SpacesPermanent artworks should be made from materials and construction methods thatguarantee a lifespan of at least 10 years in external conditions. The artwork should bemade to withstand normal wear and tear and, as far as possible, withstand vandalism.

Tempor ary Artwork in Public SpacesTemporary public art is art that has a defined lifespan – no more than 5 years andsometimes far less. Temporary public art is more likely to cross over into community artthan permanent public art.

____________________________________________________________* The “construction costs” of a development is defined as all work commencing with the preparation of thesite and ending with the completion of the development (including any associated work) and includes

painting, external landscaping and paving, the provision of lighting, heating, water supply, drainage,sewerage, gas and other like services. For the purpose of this definition a “completed development” shall betaken to mean a development that is able to be occupied for the purpose for which it has been built.



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Temporary public art can be used to: Conceal or create a visual distraction from building works Enhance old or derelict buildings Be an integral part of a festival or event Be used as a mechanism to raise public awareness on specific community issues

Ephem eral Artwork in Public SpacesEphemeral art has an even shorter lifespan in the public domain than temporary art;often only a few hours or less in duration. As well as visual art, it includes performanceart and interpretive documentation projects. All of the points and options outlined underTemporary Art in Public Spaces above are equally applicable to this category, and can beextended to include:

Concerts and street performances Films: made and shown Photographic projects Special exhibitions ‘Artist in Residence’ projects

Where appropriate, the Authority will commission temporary and ephemeral artworks when it is considered that they will have a direct benefit to the community.In arranging any concerts or street performances, the Authority will be cognisant of acceptable noise levels set by local government authorities and will seek approval underthe relevant local law if required.

Equity and AccessPublic art should be made accessible to all members of the community, irrespective of their age and abilities. While art in public spaces might be considered primarily a visualexperience, it can provide a range of sensory experiences for people with disabilities –artwork can be tactile, aural and give off pleasant smells as well as being visual.

Artwork need not be monumental, but can be at heights suitable for people in wheelchairs to touch, move through and explore. Artwork can be interactive play objectsfor family groups and children. Interpretive signage in an easy to read format, includingBraille, will ensure that artworks are inclusive of all members of the community.

Where feasible and appropriate to the site and community, the Authority willcommission artworks that can be enjoyed as an interactive experience, irrespective of age, mobility or ability.

The Authority will also avoid locating artworks in accessible paths of travel on footpathsor creating safety hazards associated with, for example, water features, slippery andhighly reflective surfaces.

Social Responsibility Whilst the artist’s freedom of expression should not be unduly restricted, the Authority has an expectation that any commissioned artwork will be developed in consideration of the demographics, work and lifestyles of the surrounding communities in terms of bothform and content.



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Where appropriate, the artist’s brief will contain particular information guiding themtowards or away from developing artwork for specific community groups (such aschildren or teenagers) or the inclusion of local histories, personal stories or particularexperiences.

Strategies for Pr oject AreasIndividual public art strategies and implementation plans will be developed for each new project area that comes under the Authority’s jurisdiction.

Each plan will consider:

The culture and history of the area, including indigenous culture and history

The current and intended demographic for both work and living environments

The proposed urban and landscape designs

Opportunities for participation in the artworks program by specific community groups, such as children, existing local residents and indigenous Australians

The program for development.

Design Process

ApproachThe Authority will commission artists and coordinate and manage the process by whichthey work alongside architects, landscape architects, planners and engineers. There will be a variety of approaches resulting in some easily identifiable artworks, and others that will be merged as an integral part of construction. While there is certainly a place forsculpture and civic landmark, there is also room for colour, movement, whimsy andtheatre.

Where appropriate, an invitation will be extended to community members to participatein the artwork process. This policy gives equal value to the purely aesthetic and to thefunctional. Each approach is desirable in a policy aiming to promote the necessary socialcontact to build a sense of community.

The Brief A clear brief will be written for all artwork commissions to clarify the expectations of the Authority. It will set out the parameters and requirements of the artwork commission,including the ‘vision’ for the artwork, environmental factors, timing, durability, budget,form, content, project close out, social responsibility and symbolic requirements.Notwithstanding the requirements of the Authority, the site and the budget, the brief will be written to stimulate a creative response and to allow the maximum degree of flexibility. The brief will not describe the finished artwork, but the conditions essential toits development.

Roles of the Art Coordinator and the ArtistThe role of the art coordinator is to identify sites, develop artist briefs, coordinate artistselection, arrange contracts and manage the implementation of the artwork. The



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Authority’s art coordinator may not undertake any of the design or fabrication of artworks commissioned by the Authority. The artist is contracted to design, fabricate andinstall the artwork, or satisfy any other requirements as set out in the brief.

CollaborationThere is an expectation that commissioned artists will work in collaboration with otherconsultants engaged by the Authority (most commonly, but not exclusively, landscapearchitects, urban planners and engineers) and that the conceptual and technicalrequirements of these professionals will be duly regarded by the artist when designingand installing the artwork.

There is an equal expectation that the artists’ aesthetic judgement will be respected by other consultants engaged by the Authority, and changes to and comments about theartwork will only be made on technical, construction and safety issues, or when theartwork directly impinges upon the work of other members of the design team. Changesto an artwork, even at concept stage, can only be made with the full knowledge andapproval of the artist.

Design Documen tationThe artist will be required to prepare detailed documentation of the artwork at variousstages of the commission, design, fabrication and implementation processes. Dependingupon the project, the documentation may include concept drawings, maquettes,structural and other engineering drawings, photographic images of works in progress,photographic images of completed and installed work and a maintenance schedule.

All documentation relating to commissioned artworks is the property of the Authority, with joint ownership of copyright between the Authority and the artist. The Authority may waive its right to keep some of the documentation.

Selection Process

The Authority’s art coordinator will manage the artist selection for each art commission.

Submission ProceduresThe Authority has an obligation to comply with the State Supply Commissionrequirements for commissions that are publicly funded. However, there may beinstances when the Authority can provide a strong case for using alternativemethods for commissioning artists. For each commission the successful artist will beselected from a short list of a minimum of three artists.

Fees A fee may be paid to artists invited to submit a Request for Proposal (RFP). The amount will be at the discretion of the Authority and in proportion to the overall artwork budget.The fee will be paid after the proposal had been submitted, deemed to comply with therequirements and the artist has attended their interview. A fee will not be paid forExpressions of Interest.



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Typically, artists submitting a RFP will be asked to prepare concept drawings, details of materials/construction methods and a cost breakdown of the budget. They will be invitedto bring samples of materials and a model to the interview, but this is not compulsory.

Eligibility Only professional artists will be eligible to apply for artwork commissions. As the term‘artist’ is self-referencing, for the purposes of this policy a professional visual artist can be defined as a person who fits into at least two of the following categories:

A person who has a university degree or minimum 3 year full time TAFE Diplomain visual arts, or when the brief calls for it, other art forms such as multi media

A person who has a track record of exhibiting their artwork at reputable artgalleries that sell the work of professional artists

A person who has had work purchased by major public collections, including (butnot limited to) the Art Gallery of Western Australia, any of the university collections or Artbank

A person who earns more than 50% of their income from arts related activities,such as teaching, selling artwork or undertaking public art commissions.

Sometimes it will be appropriate to be more flexible and seek people other thanprofessional artists to carry out artwork commissions. This may apply in instances when young, emerging and indigenous artists or students are specifically being sought. If commissions are for performing arts, then similar criteria will be applied, for example atrack record in public performances or in working for performance companies.

Special Interest GroupsSome groups in the community are not comfortable with the expressio n of interest andtender processes, and will not enter into them without assistance. While artists fromthese groups will be encouraged to apply for all publicly advertised commissions, theremay be opportunities for designating specific commissions for them. In such cases, theselection processes outlined above may be modified and more assistance given to theartists submitting Expressions of Interest or Requests for Proposals.

Selection Pan el A selection panel will be convened for each commission. When the selection process is intwo stages the same panel should assess both stages.

The selection panel should consist of no less than three and no more than six people.Each panel will consist of the Authority’s art coordinator and at least one staff member of the Authority. The relevant local government authority will be invited to nominate arepresentative to sit on the panel, who preferably should be someone with experience inand understanding of art in public places. Urban design consultants or landscapearchitects employed by the Authority may be invited to sit on the panel if it is consideredthat their specialist input is required. In addition, representatives from community groups or other government/arts agencies may be invited when appropriate.

When the panel is assessing submissions for art commissions specifically for indigenousartists, at least one Nyoongar elder must be invited to sit on the selection panel.



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All panel members will have equal voting rights.

A sitting fee will be paid to panel members who are not employees or consultants to the Authority, or who are not there as paid representatives of another group or organisation.

Administration of Public Art Projects

CopyrightOnce an artwork has been completed and accepted by the Authority, copyright will beheld jointly by the Authority and the artist. In practical terms this means that the Authority has the right to reproduce extracts from the design documentation andphotographic images of the artwork for non-commercial purposes, such as annual

reports, information brochures about he Authority and information brochures about theartwork.

The artist will have the right to reproduce extracts from the design documentation orphotographic images of the artwork in books or other publications associated with theartist or artwork.

Moral Rights LegislationSince 2000 moral rights legislation has protected artists. In brief, an artist’s moral rightsare infringed if:

Their work is not attributed or credited

Their work is falsely attributed to someone else

Their work is treated in a derogatory way by distorting, modifying or removing it without their knowledge or consent

In practical terms this means that all artworks should have the artist’s name on orattached it, that the Authority cannot change an artwork in any way without seeking theartist’s permission; likewise, cannot remove or re-locate the artwork without seeking theartist’s permission. It may be that an artist has moved and the Authority cannot findthem, but evidence that a reasonable attempt to find the artist must be provided.

The Authority will take special care to ensure that acts of restoration or preservation (of artworks) will be conducted in a sensitive manner with prior consultation with theartists. Wherever possible, preservation or restorative works will be carried out by professional conservators. Special care will also be taken with the moral rights associated with works created by more than one artist, in that it is acknowledged that collaboratorson artistic creations can take different views on issues such as relocation and restoration.

As the Authority will eventually hand over all of the artworks to local governmentauthorities, care will need to be taken to provide all necessary information for the lo calgovernment authorities to uphold moral rights legislation requirements. Furtherinformation on moral rights legislation can be obtained from the Copyright Council at www.copyright.org.au



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Acknow ledgemen t of ArtworksIn line with moral rights legislation, the Authority will install a plaque or plate near eachartwork, acknowledging the name of the artist, and where appropriate the name of theperson or company who funded the artwork.

Maintenance and Re sistance to VandalismNo artwork is completely resistant to vandalism or maintenance free any more than apublic building or open space is. However, the Authority will require that all permanentartworks are made as resistant to vandalism as possible and are fabricated frommaterials that are suitable for external conditions in all seasons. The Authority will also work in partnership with local government authorities with a view to ensuring that themaintenance requirements of artworks are cost effective and compatible with existingmaintenance programs.

Artworks that are low maintenance will be encouraged. Artists will be required to presentthe Authority with a maintenance schedule at the completion of the commission.

Removal of an Artwork Conditions relating to the removal of artworks are covered under moral rightslegislation. The Authority must make a reasonable attempt to contact the artist at least28 days ahead of any relocation, sale, alteration or removal of an artwork.

The Authority may decide to remove an artwork because it is in an advanced state of disrepair or damage, because the artwork is no longer considered suitable for thelocation or for other reasons. In such cases, the Authority will prepare a documentedarchival record of the artwork prior to its removal. Once artworks have been handed overto the collections of local government authorities, they will become subject to thedeaccessioning policies of those authorities.

Record KeepingTo assist with the requirements of moral rights legislation and on going maintenance of artworks, the Authority will set up a database to keep track of all of the commissioningdetails and maintenance requirements of each artwork. This information will be passedto the appropriate local government authority at the time that ownership of the artwork is transferred to them. The Authority will liaise closely with local government authorities with a view to ensuring compatibility of databases and to establish protocols concerning

the type of information that should be collected and hand over procedures.

P r e v io u s P l a n n i n g P o l ic y S u p e r s e d e d Planning Policy 1.9 – Public Art that came into effect on 18 December 1992 is superseded by thisPlanning Policy.



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Planning Policy / 1.10Community and Cultural Facilities

PreambleMany things contribute to the sense and reality of ‘community’, but perhaps none soobviously as those buildings and places which are constructed to meet the needs of theresidents and other ‘regulars’ within a particular locality.

These places range from children’s playgrounds and health clinics to schools, shops,sports grounds, cinemas, halls and community resource centres. The providers andsponsors of such facilities include all levels of government, private enterprise and groupsformed from within the community.

The Authority recognises that in order to create a thriving community within East Perthit will be essential to ensure that an appropriate range of community facilities is madeavailable when needed and sometimes ahead of demand. Accordingly the Authority’spolicies are aimed at optimising both the range and timing of the future provision of community and cultural facilities.

Needs AssessmentThe Authority intends to monitor demand and periodically examine the need for furthercommunity facilities within the Village, based initially on population and employmentrates and projections for the redevelopment area and adjoining areas which are affected.This assessment will encompass:

• active recreation, both indoor and outdoor, including those provided by public sectors• education, including primary, secondary, continuing (‘adult’) and community - basededucation, libraries and facilities• health, including both community based and privately provided facilities• the arts, including places for learning, display, music performance and the visual andperforming arts.

• community and personal support (‘social’) services including child care, counselling,home visiting and other• shopping and related services.

This assessment will be carried out in consultation with Perth City Council, the relevantgovernment agencies and non-government (‘community’) organisations and groups.

ImplementationThe Authority’s prime role in the provision of community services and cultural places will be as a facilitator rather than as a direct provider. Having identified potential needs,its prime involvement will be:



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• to co-operate with other agencies, acting where called for as a co-ordinator orfacilitator

• to assist with the identification of sites and sometimes buildings

In assessing development proposals, or in issuing guidelines for the development of itsown land, the Authority will assess the extent to which the development creates the needfor community facilities, and may impose conditions on development aimed atfacilitating their provision.

Community PlacesThe Authority will encourage the development of neighbourhood ‘community places’ -

flexible facilities available to local communities for a wide range of activities, functionsand events. Such places should be:

• within the ‘home range’ of residents ideally within walking distance or on local publictransport routes• sympathetic in scale and form with their surroundings, especially if in a residential area• easily accessible to the elderly and disabled• preferably adjacent to a local park.



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Planning Policy / 1.11Home Occupation

PreambleEncouraging Home Occupations is important in the context of developing the Urban Village as it is one way of maintaining vitality and activity in the residential areas,particularly during the day when most people are usually at work or school. Many activities can be carried out within the confines of the household which have little or noeffect on those around them and at the same time provide for a greater choice of lifestyles.

Hom e Occupation Considerations A Home Occupation is defined in the Redevelopment Scheme to include ‘ any commercial business conducted within a dwelling or within the boundaries of the lotupon which a dwelling is constructed, by a resident or residents of that dwelling’. As withany use, there are parameters in which the use must operate. They are:

• that the use be small in scale, unobtrusive and compatible with surrounding buildingsand land use activities• that it not be detrimental to the character and amenity of the area• that it not prejudicially affect the amenity of the area by way of noise, vibration, smell,fumes, smoke, vapour, steam, soot, ash, dust, grit, oil, waste water or increased numbersof vehicle movements

The Authority does not require planning approval for the carrying out of a homeoccupation provided that it considers that it is operating within the parameters listedabove. If the Authority considers that a planning approval is required for a particularhome occupation, it may have regard to and may impose conditions relating to:

• the operating hours of the home occupation;• the number of customers and/or clients expected to visit the home occupation;• the size and type of any vehicle used in connection with the home occupation; and

• any activities incidental to the home occupation, including the storage of goods and/orequipment on the subject land.



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Planning Policy / 1.12Security

PreambleThere is a strong perception in the community that urban areas are no longer as secureas they once were. The incidence of theft, vandalism and personal violence all appear to be increasing. While elderly people, women in particular, feel most vulnerable, concernsabout personal safety are by no means confined to them. The Authority believes that thedesign of urban environments can have a significant impact on security within particularlocalities by reducing the opportunities for crime.

Accordingly, the Authority will require conscious attention to aspects of security in thedesign of both public and private places within East Perth. In this regard there are anumber of aspects to be recognised and acted upon.

SurveillanceSurveillance by legitimate users of urban spaces, especially of pedestrian routes, isprobably the most effective means of reducing the incidence of inappropriate behaviour.The most important sources of surveillance are pedestrians moving through or pursuingactivities within the space and the occupants of properties that adjoin the space.

Surveillance is also provided by cyclists and drivers of vehicles passing through.Surveillance is most important at night, when public activity levels are reduced, and inareas of naturally low activity. A wide variety of uses will help to extend times whenspaces are actively used or under surveillance. The following principles are to be appliedin the design of the Urban Village:

• significant pedestrian routes, especially to public transport, will be specifically identified to encourage and concentrate pedestrian activity • development adjoining such routes and other significant public spaces is to includeuses such as cafes, which generate activity into the evening and night• buildings and properties alongside such routes and places are to be designed so thatentrances and windows at ground level adjoin and directly overlook the public spaces• blank walls and non-transparent glazing at the interface are to be avoided; as is heavy screen planting• public transport stops are to be located in positions visible from areas of activity oroverlooking buildings• pedestrian routes and public spaces are to be accessible to security patrol andemergency vehicles• facilities used at night are to be located on the designated safe routes.

Visibility All streets, pedestrian pathways, transport stops and public spaces should be well lit at

all times. Lighting should be designed to avoid pockets of darkness adjoining pedestrianroutes, especially where laneways or other potential places of concealment occur.



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Pedestrian underpasses have been designed so as to be visible along their whole lengthfrom positions on the approaches.

Legibility It is important that the significant safe routes be identified and that design reinforcesthis status. Short cuts, especially where these utilise routes not under surveillance,should be avoided. The number of night time entry points to major pedestrian routesshould be minimised. Sign posting will reinforce the hierarchy of routes, and clearly identify directions to significant destinations. Site maps will be placed in key locationsfor visitors and other less regular users.

VandalismThe incidence of vandalism should be reduced by the measures outlined above. Inaddition the Authority will select materials and designs for public spaces which willenable removal of graffiti and replacement of damaged property. Importantly, the Authority will seek to provide creative and constructive outlets for young people withinthe Urban Village in an effort to reduce the desire for vandalism.



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Planning Policy / 1.13Advertising Signs

PreambleThe Authority recognises that advertising signs, including banners and flags, are anaccepted feature of contemporary culture and in many instances should be regarded asan integral part of the urban fabric. It is the Authority's intention to encourage theprovision of advertising signs which enhance and reinforce the chosen character of the

particular locality, and equally, to discourage or prohibit signs which detract from thatcharacter.

The appropriate form and extent of advertising signage will therefore depend upon:

• the general character of the locality, especially its primary use but also its architecturalqualities, including the scale of buildings and places• the individual character of the building or place, especially if heritage significance isinvolved• the scale of signage in relation to its surroundings, building scale and design• the relevance of the signage to the use or activity carried out on its sites• the visual prominence of the site, coupled with its intended streetscape/townscape role

• the total amount of existing signage in a specific locality.

Genera l Policy In general the Authority will require a high degree of restraint in advertising signs, inorder to encourage streetscapes that are coherent, relatively unified and free of visualclutter.

All signage therefore, whether of a permanent or temporary nature, requires theapproval of the Authority. All signs should be placed in accord with the building'sarchitecture and not obscure architectural features or proportions of the building. Theneed for signage should be taken into consideration during the design stage of new

buildings and the refurbishment of existing buildings.

It should be noted that the City of Perth Signs By-law and relevant policies may beconsidered in applications for approval of signage except where overridden by theprovisions of this policy or any specific provisions for signage contained within DesignGuidelines established by the East Perth Redevelopment Authority for particularproperties or precincts. The Signs By-Law requires a licence to be issued by the City.

The following signs will not be permitted:-

• bunting or flags other than the national, state or corporate flags of moderate scale andmaintained ingood condition

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• sequinned or glittering signs• intermittent flashing illuminated signs

The following signs may only be considered in exceptional circumstances or for a limitedtime:-

• roof ("sky") signs• blimps or balloons• box-like or three-dimensional signs, generally only for small signs to be internally illuminated and exuding a "soft" light• illuminated signs, unless as described for box-like signs or backlit such that lightingtubes are not visible• signage on fencing or retaining walls

Commercial Buildings Within most localities this general policy will protect business interests rather thanrestrict them. Restraint and a degree of compatibility of signage will enhance the imageof most businesses as well as allowing for easier identification of individual enterprises.It is a myth that unrestrained signage allows the individuality of businesses to beexpressed-instead the result is often visual chaos. In buildings with numerous tenancies,shared signage is encouraged.

In general advertising signs will only be approved where they:

• describe the business or activity carried out on the site• relate to products produced, stored or sold on the site• are required by law

Temporary s ignageIn some cases the Authority may allow temporary signage for a specific purpose andperiod of time. These may be free-standing or attached to the building and are requiredto be of a scale and design complementary to the premises. They may include real estate(for sale or lease) signs, banners, announcements of openings, special exhibitions orcommunity events. No more than one sign fronting each street of the subject property

will be permitted.

Unrelated SignsSigns carrying messages unrelated to the site or occupancy of the site will generally not be allowed. One exception is for certain temporary signs such as for directions toproperty for sale.

Residential Buildings and Heritage PlacesNo signs are permitted for residential buildings other than in the form of a discreteplaque on the building or adjacent to the property entrance. Plaques are to be of high

quality finish and presentation of not more than 400mm dimension if placed on thatportion of building set back a minimum of 3.0 metres from the street, or 250mm



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dimension if placed on a fence at the property entrance, or on that portion of buildingless than 3.0 metres from the street.

Only signs of the following nature will be permitted for buildings or places of heritage orcultural significance:

• name plaques• marking the significance of the place• discrete signs carrying the personal or trading name of a business being lawfully carriedout on the premises

New signage must respect any existing signage which has been noted as having heritagesignificance which is to be retained. In no case will any signage be permitted on oradjacent to a heritage building or place which detracts from its aesthetic, historic,social/cultural, scientific or rarity value.

Existing signs Advertising signs which were lawfully in place prior to the Scheme coming into effect arenot affected by this policy unless as any approval or licence under which they existlapses.



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Planning Policy / 1.14Heritage

PreambleThe Authority recognises the history of development and change inthe Redevelopment Area and is sympathetic to the conservation of places, both building and sites, of cultural heritage significance. Careis taken to identify such places and to make provision in the Scheme

text to give them special consideration in the development approvalprocess. The decision on whether to retain a building is based onseveral different criteria, including, but not limited to, heritageconsiderations.

Heritage ConservationThe Redevelopment Area has a strong sense of place, which isenhanced through the conservation and interpretation of HeritagePlaces. The conservation of heritage buildings is recognised as a key component in achieving certain objectives of the Authority’s DraftSustainability Policy, in particular the objective relating to ‘PlaceCreation and Heritage’. It is realised that the effective management of places of cultural heritage significance is integral to the preservationof a sense of place and local identity and thus social, environmentaland economic sustainability within the context of urban regenerationand renewal.

Heritage AssessmentThe Authority has a statutory obligation to enhance and preserve theheritage significance of the Redevelopment Area, and to compile andmaintain a list of Heritage Places (Heritage Inventory). The criteriaestablished by the Heritage Council of Wes tern Australia are used toidentify places in the Scheme Area that have heritage significance. When a place is identified as having heritage significance inaccordance with Clause 2.2.1 of the East Perth Redevelopment Authority Scheme, the owner is advised and an entry is made in the Authority’s Heritage Inventory.

Appeals against entry in the Heritage Inventory are allowed and will be considered in accordance with Part V of the Town Planning andDevelopment Act 1928.

The identification of places of heritage significance ensures thatHeritage Places are brought to the attention of the responsibleheritage bodies and enables the Authority to properly consider

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Categories of Heritage PlacesHeritage Places listed on the Authority’s Heritage Inventory have beenassigned a management category – 1, 2 or 3.

Category 1 [Listed or Recommended for Register of Heritage Places]places are of local and state significance. They are either listed, orrecommended by the Authority for listing, on the State Register of Heritage Places maintained by the Heritage Council of Western Australia.

Category 2 [High Level of Protection] and Category 3 [Retain andConserve if Possible] places are of local heritage significance. WhileCategory 2 places have a higher level of heritage significance than

Category 3 places, the planning and development considerations outlinedin these guidelines apply to both categories.

Applications for development of Heritage Places will be dealt with by the Authority as follows:

• applications relating to Category 1 places will be referred by the Authority to the Heritage Council of Western Australia for advice, prior toassessment by the Authority.

• applications relating to Category 2 and 3 places will be assessed by the Authority.

These guidelines have been developed to assist in the assessment of development applications for Category 2 and 3 Heritage Places. Theguidelines will also assist owners of Heritage Places in determining whatmay be acceptable in the development of their place. They should be read inconjunction with the relevant Design Guidelines for each precinct.

Assessing Development ApplicationsThe heritage significance of each place is outlined in the Statement of Significance for each place in the Heritage Inventory. In assessingdevelopment applications for a Heritage Place the assessment must be based on a consideration of how the proposal will impact upon thesignificant fabric and the significance of the place. In particular:

• any changes that destroy or adversely affect significance should beavoided.

• changes that will reveal or enable a better interpretation of thesignificance of the place should be encouraged.

It is accepted that there may be occasions where it is appropriate, at the Authority’s discretion, to depart from the general guidelines. However, any development or works in or to a Heritage Place should always be guided by

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Planning and Development ConsiderationsThe Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter (1999) defines the basicprinciples and procedures to be observed in the conservation of important places. The following guidelines are based on Burra Charterprinciples and provide additional direction to owners and the Authority in the development and management of Heritage Places.

DemolitionDemolition of individually listed heritage buildings and structures will

normally be refused except in very exceptional circumstances.Demolition is acceptable where the subject building, part of the buildingor structure has been identified as having no significance, is notcontributory to the significance of the Heritage Place, or is intrusive.

Demolition may be acceptable where the condition of the place has beenassessed as being beyond repair, both physically and economically, orthe significance of the place has been diminished to a degree that itcannot be re-established. Demolition approval will not be considered without clear and convincing evidence that there is no feasible andprudent alternative.

The removal or relocation of a significant heritage building or structureshould be avoided, unless it is the sole means of ensuring the place’s

survival.Change of Use Where possible, a historic place should continue to be used for thepurpose for which it was designed, or for a use with which it has a longassociation. Where a new use is proposed, this should be compatible tothe place, requiring minimal alterations to the significant fabric of theplace and context. It should not destroy the ability to interpret thesignificance of the place.

Existing spaces and access patterns should be conserved withoutmodification as far as possible. If the new uses cannot be

accommodated in the existing spaces without severe compromise, new spaces should be added outside the existing structure.

When substantial alterations are being proposed to a Heritage Place as apart of a change of use, owners may be required to undertakeconservation works as part of the project.

Additions and Extensions A successful addition is one that on completion is complementary to the Heritage Place. An addition should not damage significant fabric or intrude on nearby historic buildingsor the area as a whole. An addition should not distort or obscure the significance of theplace and should not detract from the interpretation of the place.



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Additions should not mimic the place of significance – it is acceptable for additions tolook like they have been added on to the building. New building work should bereversible where possible so as to avoid permanent damage to the significant fabric.

Additions should generally be to the rear or less significant elevation or fabric of the building. New additions should be compatible in terms of materials, size, proportions,mass, height, setback, texture, colour, plan configuration, surface configuration andother details to adjoining and/or surrounding significant buildings.

For large additions, the new should be added to the old in a way that it is clearly separaterather than an extension of the original. The two may be joined by means of a visually unobtrusive link.

The degree of visibility of the addition or extension to the public eye should beconsidered, especially where the new building is proposed to be of a greater height thanthe original building. New work should preserve existing important views of the buildingand its setting.

External Alterations

Building Elements:

• RoofsThe original form of the roof should be maintained, any repair work should be consistent with both the existing material and constructionmethod.Gutters, fascias, soffits, barges, finials, original rainwater heads anddownpipes, should be retained and conserved.

Consideration should be given to the placement, design and size of new elements, especially when these elements affect important views of asignificant building.

• ChimneysOriginal chimneys should be retained and conserved; repair work should be consistent with the existing materials.

Where chimney pots are missing or badly damaged they should bereplaced to match those remaining. Where a chimney is missing it should be reconstructed if detailedevidence exists of its material, design, etc. Where little or no evidenceexists, a simply designed chimney that takes its material, design andscale from that of the building should be constructed.

• Walls Additions or repairs to walls should be undertaken in a material to match that of theoriginal, with consideration given to colour, texture, composition, dimensions anddetailing.

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colour, texture, dimensions, bonding pattern, mortar colour and content. With stone,consideration should be given to matching durability, composition, porosity, colour,texture, size, profile, and to the source location of the original material. Any replacementtimber should match the species, water content, dimensions and profiles of the original.

Cleaning and restoring of external walls should follow professional advice for theconservation or restoration to original condition.

• WindowsTimber-framed windows should be repaired rather than replaced if they are largely sound and intact.

Original or early windows and window details including frame, architrave,sash, glass, glazing bars, hardware, and shutters should be retained andrepaired. Where replacement is essential, new work should match theoriginal in terms of style, materials, detailing and dimensions.

Generally the installation of new window openings to principal facadesand elevations should be avoided. Any new window opening should besympathetically designed but clearly distinguishable as a contemporary alteration. Filled in or previously damaged window openings may bereinstated if these windows are made to match historic profiles, shapes,dimensions, details and materials.

• DoorsOriginal or early doors should be retained and repaired appropriately where necessary. Where replacement is essential and no evidence exists of the original, a modern door of the general form, dimensions andmaterials of the period, but without historic detailing, should be installed.

Original or early hardware and door surrounds should be retained andrepaired as necessary. Historic reproduction detailing or hardware shouldnot be added to doors or architraves where none existed.

Generally the installation of new door openings to principal facades andelevations should be avoided. Any new door should be sympathetically

designed, should not detract from the features of the Heritage Place, and be clearly distinguishable as a contemporary alteration.

Decorative Elements:

• RenderThe removal of original render from external walls should be avoided, asshould the painting of unpainted render.

The rendering of previously un-rendered walls should be avoided. Repairsand re-rendering should match the material, colour texture, compositionand pattern of the original render.



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• Tuck-pointingRepairs to tuck-pointing should be undertaken in a similar strength, colour,and composition to match existing, other than where the original has faileddue to poor design.

Tuck-pointing should be undertaken using the same methods as that of theoriginal and should be undertaken by an experienced tradesperson.

• MouldingsOriginal mouldings that are damaged should be repaired where possible.Mouldings may be replaced where missing or substantially damaged. They should be replaced with a moulding that exactly matches the original.Modern, “off the shelf” mouldings should be avoided.

• PaintColours Paint colours should be selected with a view to presenting the building in a manner consistent with the heritage character of the place.Investigation of previous paint schemes could be undertaken to discern thetreatment of all surfaces, and original paint schemes may be reinstated.

• Paint RemovalSandblasting and other abrasive methods of paint removal should beavoided in preference for a mild form of liquid cleaning. Works should only be undertaken with the advice of a professional conservator.

Internal Alterations

Building Elements:

Floors, ceilings (and ceiling heights) and walls in highly significant roomsand spaces should not be altered or removed.

Interior fixtures such as original or early light fittings, door and window hardware, fireplaces and mantles should be retained and conserved.

Original interior openings should not be removed or relocated. Making new

openings in walls should be avoided, however if a new opening isacceptable, its form and surrounding mouldings should be simple in design,unobtrusive, interpretative of the existing but distinguishable as new.

Where new openings are essential between rooms these should beminimised and should retain the significant elements of the room.

Historic patterns of access and movement, including original entrances,hallways and passageways should be maintained. Original or significantstairways should be retained and conserved and their use in the building’scirculation system maintained.

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Development that divides the internal volume of a significant interior space shouldgenerally not be considered appropriate. Previous partitioning of large interior spacesthat have no inherent significance may be removed.

Decorative Elements:

Attention should not necessarily be placed on any one period of a building’s history unless one period is significantly more important thanthe others. It may be that changes should be retained as contributing tothe understanding of the significance of the building.

Many internal decorative elements denote an established hierarchy of spaces, for example, the more formal rooms such as entry halls and sittingrooms generally have more elaborate decoration than kitchens and bedrooms. These historic characteristics should be maintained anddecorative elements should not be installed where none formerly existed.

• FinishesInterior finishes such as original or early wallpaper, paint, stencilling,marbling, wood-graining, panelling, plastering and ceramic tile surfacesshould be retained and conserved.

• FloorboardsOriginal timber floors should be retained and conserved. Careful sandingand re-sealing with an oil-based treatment will restore floorboards. Wallto wall floor coverings should not be installed to allow the timber to breathe. Deteriorated or damaged floorboards should be replaced withnew to match existing.

• Joinery Original or early architraves and skirting boards should be retained andconserved. Damaged or missing elements should be replaced with new tomatch original.

• CornicesOriginal or early plaster cornices should be retained and conserved.

Damaged or missing cornices should be replaced with new to matchoriginal.

• Ceiling RosesOriginal ceiling roses should be retained and conserved. Damaged ceilingroses should be repaired.

• Fireplaces While open fires may not be considered a suitable form of heating,fireplaces and mantles should be retained and conserved. Closed-upfireplaces should be reinstated and missing mantles should be replaced with new. The design of the new mantle may be based on historical

precedent, or alternatively, may be of a simple, modern design. The replacement mantleshould be clearly distinguishable as new.



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Veran das and Shop-fronts All original verandas, awnings and shopfronts on significant buildings should be retained and conserved.

For both repairs and accurate reconstruction, (based on detailedevidence only) any replacement material should generally match theold.

Where replacement of a veranda is required and evidence does notexist of the original, a simple veranda/shop-front of the generalform, dimensions and materials of the period should be constructed.Historic detailing should not be replicated.

SignageGenerally, signs on individual buildings or within areas of heritagesignificance should be discreet and should complement the buildingor area. They should not cover or obscure significant fabric, such asa historic parapet or roofline. New signage where attached to theplace should be capable of being removed without causing damageto the fabric of the place.

FencesOriginal or early fences and gates are rare and should be retainedand conserved.Significant fences, gates and walls, which have been damaged orhave deteriorated, should be repaired rather than replaced. It should be possible on close inspection to tell the new work from theoriginal.

New fences in for heritage buildings, where there is no evidence of the original, should be simple in design and reflect fence heights of significant fences in the area, material, style, spacing and openings.Replication of historical detail in new fences is not appropriate.

LandscapesSignificant trees should be retained and conserved. Original or early

design, layout and plantings, etc. should be retained and conserved.New work (both hard and soft lands cape features) should be insympathy with the existing landscape character of the garden andmaintain significant views and vistas to and from the heritage building.

To assist in the prevention of rising damp, any new landscapeschemes should not involve paving within 300mm of the external walls. Alternatives may include gravel or garden beds. If areticulation system is required it should be installed so that outletsare directed away from the building. With all landscape schemes,

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Planning Policy / 1.15Industrial Uses in East Perth

PreambleThe Authority recognises the need for some forms of light and service industry to belocated in areas accessible to the Central City. It is acknowledged that these forms of industry can contribute to the efficient functioning of the Central City and to thecommunity through provision of localised employment, additional economic activity and more generally by helping to create a diverse urban environment.

Industrial Uses in East PerthIn East Perth it is considered that only certain types of industry can exist side by side with other uses such as residential and commercial. These industries should have nonegative impacts on the amenity of the area and should comply with the requirements of Service and Light Industry as defined in the Redevelopment Scheme.

In considering a development application for light or service industry in theRedevelopment Area the Authority will have regard to and may attach conditionsrelating to the following matters:

• the intensity and nature of the proposed use, including its environmental impact by way of emissions, illumination and hours of operation• whether excessive loads would be placed on any existing or projected servicinginfrastructure, community infrastructure or similar services• the number of employees likely to be accommodated• the location and extent of outdoor manufacturing and storage• the form, layout, appearance and materials of buildings• the height, position, form and materials of fences and walls• the way in which buildings relate to the street and adjoining lots, including their effectson landmarks, vistas, the landscape or the streetscape, and on the privacy, daylight andsunlight available to private open spaces and buildings

• the design of landscaping and open space generally, including the effects of thedevelopment on existing trees• the extent to which the natural contours of the land area may be altered by filling andexcavation• vehicular and pedestrian access and circulation, and the provision for service vehicles• whether parking for vehicles is adequate, convenient, safe, unobtrusive, landscaped andadequately surfaced and marked, and in any particular case whether parking should beprovided elsewhere• whether adequate provision has been made for cyclists and disabled persons, includingaccess, storage, toilets and showers• whether advertising signs are likely to be required, the position of such signs and theextent to which the building design can accommodate such signs

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design, appearance and presentation to the street. The Authority provides a designadvisory service for property owners and tenants within the Redevelopment Area toachieve this objective.

Relocation of Industrial Uses Where an industrial use exists at present it may continue to operate subject to theprovisions of the Redevelopment Scheme and Planning Policies. In the event of aparticular industry vacating a property, planning approval for a different use on that siteis required.

In cases where a use ceases to operate for a period of six (6) consecutive months, thenthat same use can not be re-established on the subject land without first obtaining theapproval of the Authority. In the Redevelopment Area, any development application foran industrial use which does not fall within the definition of light or service industry will be required to be advertised.

In light of the above, industry other than service or light industry is not encouraged within the Redevelopment Area. It is the Authority’s view that this type of industry is better located in specifically zoned and serviced industrial areas and where the impactsof such industry are in keeping with the amenity of such areas.



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Planning Policy / 1.16Antennae and Satellite and MicrowaveDishes

PreambleThe objective of this policy is to establish guidelines for the installation of televisionantennae and satellite and microwave dishes to protect the visual amenity of localities,

surrounding properties and public areas. Legibility, interesting buildings and attractivestreetscapes are major components of good urban design to which the East PerthRedevelopment Authority is committed for the Redevelopment Area. Satellite andmicrowave dishes are recent additions to the urban environment which can significantly affect the visual quality of an area. These devices therefore require planning approval.

In addition, antennae other than television antennae may also be required in the EastPerth Redevelopment Area. The impact of all antenna, satellite and microwave dishes onthe environment is not to be detrimental and the following will be considered tominimise visual impact, intrusion and clutter.

Television Antenna e Where possible they should:

• be built inside the roof space, otherwise,• be located towards the rear of the building away from streets and public spaces• be located with due consideration for adjoining landowners• avoid unnecessary extensions of height• for grouped or multiple dwellings be communal with one antennae servicing severaldwellings

Antennae located on the apex or ridges of roofs will not be supported. Only one antennaeof standard height per dwelling may be permitted.

Other Antennae Antennae generally should:

• not have a detrimental impact on the environment• be of the minimum practical height and bulk • any support structures must as much as possible be to the same design and in the samematerials and colour as the existing light poles in the area. To minimise the number of poles in any area, antennae should be located on existing poles or structures wherepossible, subject to all relevant approval requirements.• where antennae are located in the public environment they must be designed in

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Satelli te and Microwa ve DishesTechnology is continually changing in relation to telecommunications devices and thereduced sizes of dishes is one of the apparent benefits. To take account of the variousmodes of transmission, such devices will only be considered where it can bedemonstrated that the installed roof mounted or ground level satellite or microwavedishes:

• will not adversely impact on the visual amenity of the area in which they are located• will not intrude on recognised vistas• will not compromise the heritage value of a building or place subject of or adjacent tothe subject property

In cases when it is proven that dishes interfere with any domestic or commercialappliances in the vicinity by way of emissions from these structures or any appliance to which they are connected or related, some modifications to the devices or relocation may be necessary.

Roof mounted dishes may be permitted where they are:

• less than 1.2m in diameter• of non-reflective finish in a colour compatible with the roof • not located on the ridge line, or do not extend beyond the ridge line• not located within and do not extend within the setbacks to streets or public spaces

Dishes greater than 1.2m in diameter may be permitted at ground level to a maximummast height of 2.0m on residential properties where adequately screened from view of streets and public spaces. Higher masts may be considered for non-residential uses inextraordinary circumstances only, such as in association with a media land use or foreignconsulate or significant topographical constraints, and are to be similarly adequately screened or design integrated.

Generally, one dish per dwelling or premise may be permitted but consideration will begiven to more that one in the event of a long haul facility being shown to be the only viable option, such as for select non-residential uses. Careful attention to the design andorientation of the building will be important in these circumstances to minimise the

visual impact of these dishes. In addition, the City of Perth may require an applicationfor a Building Licence depending on the size of the dish and mast height.



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Planning Policy / 1.17Sound Attenuation

PreambleIn providing for the sustainable co-existence of a mix of land uses (including residential,retail and commercial) within an urban village setting measures need to be taken tominimise the adverse impacts of noise.

Ambient Environ men tal NoiseS o u r c e s

Ambient environmental noise sources that are relevant to an urban village settinginclude:

(a) Traffic Noise:Major roads contribute to the ambient environmental noise of an area. In most cases,these roads are characterised by a daily traffic noise pattern. In certain locations, such asthe entertainment area of Northbridge, both major and minor roads take on a differentcharacter, particularly on weekend evenings after 10pm as a result of increased traffic

volumes and high noise level vehicles.

(b) Residual Break Out Noise From Lifestyle Uses and Enterta inment Venues:Developments that accommodate lifestyle uses including cafes, restaurants, hotels andentertainment venues such as nightclubs, are integral to the vitality and enjoyment of mixed-use localities. Although noise emission from such venues is regulated under theEnvironmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 , residual break out noise doesoccur, contributing to general ambient environmental noise. Alfresco dining areasassociated with hotels, café’s and restaurants can be a major contributor to generalambient environmental noise.

(c) Street Noise:

Urban locations containing the mix of lifestyle uses that contribute to the vitality andenjoyment of such areas are also characterised by increased levels of pedestrian activity.The noise associated with this pedestrian activity, including movement to and fromdifferent establishments, persons getting into and out of parked cars, and occasionalanti-social behaviour, can contribute significantly to general ambient environmentalnoise (particularly when this occurs late at night or early morning), impacting on theamenity of noise sensitive premises, particularly residential.

(d) Mechanical Plant: Air-conditioning and related service hardware can impact on the amenity of noisesensitive premises. In a residential setting, the noise emission from a single airconditioner condenser can affect a neighbouring property. In mixed use locations,

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compressors and chillers associated with the air conditioning of larger premises aresignificant noise sources that impact on the general ambient environmental noise.

M e a s u r e s t o b e t a k e n All new development shall address the potential adverse impacts of noise intrusion andnoise emissions at the planning and design stage, incorporating appropriate measures atthe time of construction to minimise the impacts of noise. For residential uses, measuresare required to control noise intrusion from ambient noise sources, including:

(a) traffic noise(b) residual break out noise from lifestyle uses and entertainment venues(c) street noise(d) mechanical plant (on adjoining or adjacent properties)

For commercial uses, measures are required to control noise emissions generated by ause, including:

(a) noise break out from lifestyle uses and entertainment venues(b) mechanical plant

Acoustic R eporting

O b je c t iv e f o r r e p o r t i n g An acoustic report prepared for the purpose of clause 2.7.3 of the Scheme shalldemonstrate how the proposed development has been acoustically assessed anddesigned for the purpose of minimising the effects of noise intrusion and/or noiseemissions.

A c o u s t i c R e p o r t Where the Authority requires a report under clause 2.7.3 of the Scheme, thereport shall:

(a) be prepared by an acoustical consultant with relevant qualifications andexperience equivalent to those required for admission as a Member of the Australian Acoustical Society (to the satisfaction of the Authority)

(b) be lodged during the development approval application stage

(c) to the satisfaction of the Authority, address all matters that are required todemonstrate that the 'objective for reporting' has been achieved including:

(i) for developments that may receive noise (noise intrusion):

· the identification of all environmental noise sources;

· the measurement of all identified noise sources including, adequate sampling toenable the establishment of reliable design noise levels. For example, for traffic

noise, measurements at different times such as during peak traffic times and lateat night on weekends .



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· the character of the noise source to be adequately described in terms of frequency analysis (minimum of octave bands)

· the establishment of appropriate interior design sound levels for various areas of occupancy (in accordance with the Noise

Criteria (outlined below);

· a detailed description of the construction measures that are required to beincluded, or which have been included, in the proposed development to achievethe noise levels prescribed in the Noise Criteria (outlined below). Calculationsshall be based on octave band noise source data and octave band sound reductionperformance for construction elements; and

· the provision of the following:

- date, time and results of measurements- design noise levels used in assessment- design sound levels used for internal spaces- recommendations for construction, and

(ii) for developments that may emit noise (noise emissions):

· the identification of all noise sources to be addressed, including alfresco areasfor lifestyle uses such as cafes, restaurants and hotels

· determination of noise source levels and character

· acoustic data to be in octave bands where noise sources are internal

· the establishment of Assigned Levels for noise sensitive premises in the vicinity in accordance with the Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 ;

· a detailed description of the construction measures that are required to beincluded, or which have been included, in the proposed development to achieve

the noise levels prescribed in the Noise Criteria (outlined below). Calculationsshall be based on octave band noise source data and octave band sound reductionperformance for construction elements;

· for commercial premises that have external noise sources, a description of themeasures that are required to be included, or which have been included, in theproposed development to comply with the Environmental Protection (Noise)Regulations 1997; and

· the provision of the following:

- date, time and results of measurements

- design noise levels used in assessment- Assigned Levels determined for adjacent areas/noise sensitive premises in the vicinity, and



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- recommendations for construction and noise control

Noise Criteria

N o i s e I n t r u s i o n ( R e s i d e n t i a l D e v e lo p m e n t )Residential buildings are to be designed to achieve the following design sound levels:

(a) Leq 35 dB(A) in sleeping areas (bedrooms); and(b) Leq 40 dB(A) in living / work areas.

Co n s t r u c t io n R e q u i r e m e n t Multi-residential developments shall be constructed to meet the requirements of theacoustically upgraded 2004 Building Code of Australia (BCA) Part F5. For all otherdevelopment, unless another level is specifically prescribed in this Policy, noise intrusionis to be controlled to achieve the indoor design sound levels for buildings as set out in Australian Standard AS/NZS2107: Acoustics - Recommended Design Sound Levels andReverberation Times for Building Interiors .

N o i s e E m i s s i o nNoise emission from all developments shall comply with the Environmental Protection(Noise) Regulations 1997.

Noise Attenuation Measu res

G e n e r a lTo achieve appropriate acoustic environments within noise sensitive premises, ambientenvironmental noise shall be considered at the planning stage of the developmentprocess, and subsequently addressed during development design for implementationduring construction.

D e v e lo p m e n t P la n n i n gThe consideration of sound attenuation at the planning stage of a development cancontribute significantly to achieving required Noise Criteria - as well as reducing theeventual cost of construction. Factors that affect the acoustic performance of a building

that should be considered include:(a) the identification of existing/potential environmental noise sources(b) development orientation and layout taking into account the location of existing/potential environmental noise sources(c) the location of bedrooms away from noise sources(d) the location of balconies and windows away from noise sources(e) the use of development built form (blade walls etc) to screen noise sources, and(f) the use of building design elements (balcony balustrades, decorative screens etc) toprovide some reduction in noise impact on windows.

D e v e lo p m e n t D es i g n (D o cu m e n t a t i o n )

At the design documentation stage, working drawings should reflect the outcomes andrecommendations in the acoustic report prepared for the purposes of clause 2.7.3 of theScheme.



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D e v e lo p m e n t Co n s t r u c t i o nNoise attenuation measures that may be addressed in the acoustic report andimplemented into the construction of the development to achieve the Noise Criteriainclude:

Noise Intrusion

(a) Windows:

(i) heavyweight / thicker glass(ii) double glazing(iii) special acoustic requirements for window frames(iv) specific acoustic performance requirements – laboratory tests data

(b) Walls:

(i) stud frame walls may require acoustic upgrading(ii) acoustic attenuation for exhaust vents through wall(iii) specific acoustic requirements for external doors

(c) Roof - Ceiling:

(i) specific acoustic requirements for sealing roof (ii) upgraded acoustic performance for ceiling(iii) closing / sealing of eaves(iv) insulation of ceiling void(v) acoustic attenuation for vents through roof

Noise Emission

(a) Environmental Protection (Noise) Regulations 1997 :

(i) Assigned Levels identified for various time of day (ii) adjustments for noise characteristics identified

(b) Noise breakout from premises:(i) acoustic upgrade of windows(ii) acoustic lobbies at entry and exit points in the building(iii) acoustic upgrade to walls and roof-ceiling construction(iv) process for determining maximum allowable internal noise level(v) use of permanent noise monitoring with integrated audio control system(vi) management strategies to control breakout noise(vii) management strategies for control of noise during deliveries and disposalof rubbish.

(c) Mechanical Plant:

(i) importance of selecting an appropriate location(ii) noise control measures required including barriers and enclosures.



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Planning Policy / 1.18Window Tinting and Roller Shutters

AimThis Policy provides standards for the installation of window tinting, roller shutters andsimilar devices in the East Perth Redevelopment Area.

Background

Streetscape Windows are a key element in any streetscape. They articulate building facades and, inthe case of commercial properties, help create a vibrant pedestrian environment by promoting interaction between public and private (business) spaces. These benefits can be lost when windows and glazed areas are provided with visually impermeable rollershutters or tinting. Accordingly, the provision of roller shutters and tinting is restricted where it reduces streetscape amenity.Environmental Sustainability Appropriate window treatments such as tinting can improve building performance in

areas such as passive solar design, energy efficiency and comfort. While window tintingcan improve solar performance, awnings, canopies and similar design features often givea greater level of sun protection and at the same time provide architectural detail.Tinting should not be used as a replacement for these devices.Privacy and security Visually impermeable roller shutters or similar devices can reduce connectivity, create anunfriendly environment and can give rise to the perception that an area is subject tocrime. Mechanisms such as lighting and visually permeable security devices are moreappropriate alternatives. Roller shutters should not be used as a substitute for good building design which encourages casual surveillance and limits opportunities for crime.

Policy Requirem ents

Residential• There are no restrictions for residential window tinting. Where tinting is provided to

residential properties, it is encouraged to have a visible-light transmittance of atleast 50% (when measured through the glazing and film together) and a visible-lightreflectance of no more than 10%.

• There are no restrictions on the provision of roller shutters or similar devices toopenings other than those to a dwelling’s street-facing or lane-facing elevation(s), orto car parking structures other than carports within the front setback area of a lot,provided any roller shutters or similar devices are integrated into the buildingdesign and are not visually obtrusive.



• Openings to a dwelling’s street-facing or lane-facing elevation(s) may not beprovided with roller shutters or similar devices.

• Roller shutters, garage doors or similar devices are not to be provided to car ports which are located within the front setback area of a lot.

Non-residential properties and home occupations• There are no restrictions for glazed areas other than those on the ground floor and

adjacent to the public realm.• Glazed areas on the ground floor and adjacent to the public realm are required to

have a visible-light transmittance of at least 50% (when measured through theglazing and film together) and a visible-light reflectance of no more than 10% 1.

Painting out these glazed areas, with signage or otherwise, is not supported.• There are no restrictions on the provision of roller shutters or similar devices to

openings other than those on the ground floor and adjacent to the public realm,provided any roller shutters or similar devices are integrated into the buildingdesign and are not visually obtrusive.

• Roller shutters or similar devices provided to openings on the ground floor andadjacent to the public realm are required to be at least 75% visually permeable are to be integrated into the building design, are not to be visible during business hoursand are not to be visually obtrusive when closed.

Policy Adopted:

September 2007

Last Amended:

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