Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2025C00174:reg:10:p75
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2025C00174
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 10 (pt 75/99)
Character Range: 550341–553422

public and private use, maximising the functionality of both. Landscaped areas must be designed for maximise user comfort and safety.
Planting within front setback areas should consist primarily of trees, as opposed to shrubs or other low vegetation. A minimum of 30 per cent of plantings within setback areas should be capable of achieving at least 15 metres in height.
All developments must renew the adjacent road verge in accordance with the principles outlined in this section.
Mature trees should be retained to the maximum extent practicable and integrated into landscape design. Where existing trees must be removed, they must be compensated for by planting elsewhere on site.
Landscape design must enhance environmental performance and microclimate. This could be achieved by planting appropriate trees near eastern and western façades for shade, planting a mix of evergreen and deciduous trees to provide shade in summer and allow sunlight access in winter, and incorporating green walls and roofs into building design.
All Landscaping within development sites must complement the landscape design themes evident in the corridor:
ACT/NSW Border to Stirling Avenue
Development must meet the requirements for the identified landscape realms and themes for the Federal Highway at section 4.15.4 of the National Capital Plan.
South of Stirling Avenue
The scale of landscape must respond primarily to the height of adjacent buildings, ensuring the landscape is the dominant element. Built form should be screened through the use of plant material.
Between Stirling Avenue and Antill/Mouat Street, an 'informal park boulevard' should be established. This 'informal park boulevard' should primarily comprise tree species endemic to the Canberra region and capable of reaching 20 metres in height. Species such as Eucalyptus melliodora, Eucalyptus microcarpa and Eucalyptus polyanthemos are considered suitable. Spacing between trees should be no greater than 15 metre centres.
South of Antill/Mouat Streets
A 'formal landscape avenue' containing consistent street tree planting within the verge and extending into the front setback area.
Landscape design must reflect the formality of Northbourne Avenue, and include rows of trees, regulatory in planting, and formal hedging.
Landscape design and planting should respond to Canberra's blend of endemic and introduced species, reinforcing the 'bush capital'. Plant species should be chosen for their effectiveness and adaptability to Canberra's climate to reduce heat islands and to maximise shade.

Sullivans Creek

Development adjacent to Sullivans Creek must assist in enhancing Sullivans Creek as a multi‑functional creek corridor that enhances environmental values, improves ecological connectivity and wildlife, and integrates Aboriginal heritage and culture into its design. Proposals must demonstrate how the following objectives are met:
       * increased active travel opportunities and links to other destinations within the open space network
       * public access through the site via active travel routes
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