Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L01386:clause:2_2:p1
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2019L01386
Segment Type: clause
Provision Reference: sch 2 cl 2 (pt 1/24)
Character Range: 182216–186319

2                                                           1 per 200m2
3 (maximum)                                                 1 per 133m2

               7.1.2 Residential Height Limitations
       1. The purpose of this clause is to ensure that residential development is of a height that:                                                                                                                           Clause 6.1 limits the height of buildings generally.

        (a)      is compatible with adjoining or nearby existing development or development reasonably anticipated; and

        (b)      does not unduly overlook adjoining properties.

      2.         The height of any point of a residential building is to be measured from ground level vertically below that point and includes the height of a mound specifically provided or made to elevate the building.

      3.         The height of a residential building that may be constructed on a site within zones RJ, TCJ, FDJ and CJ is to be determined in accordance with the table to this clause.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                              A topographical survey may be required to accurately determine ground level.

Table to Clause 7.1.2 – Dwelling Height and Maximum Number of Storeys in Certain Zones  Clause 7.7 limits residential development on the ground floor in Zone CJ.
Zone                                                                                    Maximum Number of Storeys and Maximum Dwelling Height above Ground Level for Residential Buildings
RJ & FDJ                                                                                2 – to a maximum height of 8.5m
CJ & TCJ                                                                                3 maximum

7.2  Building Setbacks of Residential Buildings and Ancillary Structures

               7.2.1 Building Setbacks of Residential Buildings and Ancillary Structures
      1. The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential buildings and ancillary structures are located so:                                                                                                                               Residential buildings include caretaker's residence, dependant unit, group home, hostel, hotel, motel, multiple dwellings, single dwelling and supporting accommodation.

             + they are compatible with the streetscape and surrounding development including residential buildings on the same site;                                                                                                         Clause 10.1.2 relates to common building boundaries in integrated residential developments.

             + as to minimise any adverse effects of building massing when viewed from adjoining land and the street;

             + as to avoid undue overlooking of adjoining properties; and

             + as to encourage breeze penetration through and between buildings.

      2. In this clause, an ancillary structure includes a carport, garage, pergola, portico, shed and shade sail, and may or may not include external walls.

      3. Buildings in Zone IJ are to be sited in accordance with table to clause 9.1.1 (Industrial Setbacks).                                                                                                                                 NT building legislation may require compliance with the Building Code of Australia for building setbacks.

      4. Residential buildings and ancillary structures are to be set back from lot boundaries in accordance with the relevant table to this clause, and:

        (a)      No part of the roof structure, including gutters and eaves, is to encroach more than 0.9m into the minimum building setbacks  from the lot boundaries; and

        (b)      Where a lot has a boundary with a public street from which vehicular access to the lot is prohibited, this boundary shall be