Agenda item

SUMMARY

The application proposes buildings and works to construct a dwelling and earthworks greater than one metre.

The existing dwelling is proposed to be demolished prior to the occupation of the proposed dwelling.

The proposed built form is of a modern curvilinear form and is cut into the natural ground level with an elongated arched design for the basement and ground floors that leads towards a spiralled first floor that predominately overhangs the natural ground level below it, with a small section that wraps and protrudes over the ground floor. The dwelling façade is in a natural concrete finish and clear glass.

The application has been advertised and four (4) objections have been received. Issues raised relate to visual bulk and impacts to the landscape character, the fragmentation of agricultural land and amenity impacts including noise and light.

Overall, the proposal will be in line with the landscape character of the area whilst providing for agricultural uses onsite that is consistent with the zoning and proposed overlays of the land.

The proposal has been assessed against the applicable Clauses of the Yarra Ranges Planning Scheme and, on balance, found to be consistent with a number of planning policies as they relate to landscape and environmental impacts as well as the maintenance of agricultural uses.

As such, it is recommended that the application be approved, subject to conditions.

In accordance with Governance Rule 58, James Calder spoke in objection of the recommendation included in the officer report.

In accordance with Governance Rule 58, Melinda Ryan, on behalf of the applicant, spoke in support of the recommendation included in the officer report.