Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L01386:clause:2_2:p20
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L01386
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 2 cl 2 (pt 20/24)
Character Range: 245678–249214

to ensure residential subdivisions respond to the physical characteristics of the land.

       2. Residential subdivision design should:

         (a)           avoid the development of land of excessive slope, unstable or otherwise unsuitable soils (e.g. seasonally waterlogged) and natural drainage lines;                                                                      Clause 6.3.4 refers to on-site parking and vehicular access for lots less than 600m2.

         (b)           ensure, by site selection or site grading, that areas intended for lots less than 600m2 do not slope in excess of 2%, such that the need for on-site stormwater structures, retaining walls and the like is minimised;

         (c)           retain and protect significant natural and cultural features;

         (d)           avoid development of land affected by a 1% AEP flood or storm surge event; and

         (e)           retain and protect natural drainage lines and any distinctive landform features or stands of natural vegetation and incorporate them in public open space.

           10.2.2  Infrastructure and Community Facilities in Residential Subdivisions
       1. The purpose of this clause is to ensure that residential subdivisions are integrated with infrastructure, community services and facilities.

       2. Residential subdivision design should:

         (a)           provide a high level of internal accessibility and external connections for pedestrian, cycle and vehicle movements;

         (b)           provide links to schools and commercial facilities;

         (c)           provide traffic management to restrain vehicle speed, deter through traffic and create safe conditions for all road users;

         (d)           provide for connection to reticulated services;

         (e)           provide a minimum of 10% of the subdivision area as public open space which:

             1. ensures the majority of dwellings are within 400m walking distance of a neighbourhood park;

            2. incorporates recreational open space in larger units available for active leisure pursuits;

            3. is unencumbered by drains and has sufficient flat area for informal recreation; and

            4. is designed to provide a safe environment for users by allowing clear views of the open space from surrounding dwellings or passing vehicles.

10.2.3  Lot Size and Configuration in Residential Subdivisions
       1. The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential subdivisions contain lots of a size, configuration and orientation suitable for residential purposes.

       2. Residential subdivision design should provide that:

         (a)           lots have sufficient area and appropriate dimensions to provide for the proposed density of developments including dwellings, vehicle access, parking and ancillary buildings;

         (b)           lots conform with the building envelope requirements in the table to this clause;

         (c)           there are no battle-axe lots;

         (d)           lots are oriented to allow dwellings to take advantage of environmental conditions such as prevailing breezes and sunlight;

         (e)           lots are connected to reticulated services;

         (f)             potential land use conflicts are minimised by taking account of the visual and acoustic privacy of residents; and

         (g)           where there are lots for medium and higher density residential development, those lots are:

             1. distributed in small