27 February 2007 - Ordinary Meeting of Council (pdf. 14MB)

Ordinary Meeting of Council - 27 February 2007 2 / 16
20 to 22 Tryon Road, Lindfield
Item 2
DA0826/06
22 January 2007
Good design achieves an appropriate built form for a site and the buildings purpose, in terms of
building alignment, proportions, building type and the manipulation of building elements.
Appropriate built form defines the public domain, contributes to the character of streetscapes and
parks, including their views and vistas, and provides internal amenity and outlook.
The building form has architectural merit and exhibits a well articulated design, with appropriate
façade modulation and the use of a range of contemporary external finishes. The proposed building
setbacks, particularly to Tryon Road and Milray Street, will enhance those streetscapes and provide
adequate space for landscaping to soften the visual impact of the building.
The roof form also responds appropriately to the site characteristics and steps down from Tryon
Road to Kochia Lane, consistent with the natural topography.
Principle 4 - Density
Good design has a density appropriate for a site and its context, in terms of floor space yields (or
number of units or residents).
Appropriate densities are sustainable and consistent with the existing density in an area or, in
precincts undergoing a transition, are consistent with the desired future density. Sustainable
densities respond to the regional context, availability of infrastructure, public transport, community
facilities and environmental quality.
The proposal contains 26 dwellings and basement parking for 62 vehicles. The proposed FSR of
1.29:1 is below the maximum permissible FSR of 1.3:1 under DCP 55 and is consistent with the
envisaged future density of the area.
The proposed density is supported by the local community facilities, including public transport, road
network and shops in close proximity to the subject site.
Principle 5 - Resource, energy and water efficiency
Good design makes efficient use of natural resources, energy and water throughout its full life
cycle, including construction.
Sustainability is integral to the design process. Aspects include demolition of existing structures,
recycling of materials, selection of appropriate and sustainable materials, adaptability and reuse of
buildings, layouts and built form, passive solar design principles, efficient appliances and
mechanical services, soil zones for vegetation and reuse of water.
The proposal has been designed to be energy efficient, particularly with regard to thermal comfort,
water consumption and energy consumption. A BASIX certificate has been provided in this regard.
Additionally, the proposed dwellings receive an adequate level of solar access and have adequate
cross ventilation.
Principle 6 - Landscape
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