MIRRABOOKA Local Area Plan - City of Stirling

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Built Environment Issues & Opportunities Retirement and Smaller Housing An important issue identified during community engagement was the need for housing suitable for elderly community members. Over half of the survey respondents indicated that they felt that there was a great need for retirement villas in precinct B and C which was also felt by workshop participants. densities not attractive or not attractive at all. Therefore, although there is support for density increases, there is also some opposition in the community. The Aboriginal community representatives specifically highlighted the need for additional unit/villa developments or townhouses in order to allow Aboriginal elders to remain in the Local Area and age in place. Although the need for housing suitable for retirees was outlined, the community also specified that new developments should not include ‘big apartment style’ unit blocks. Increased opportunities for retirement and aged-care housing can be created by rezoning in relevant areas (particularly near community amenities and public transport). It may also be addressed through the City’s draft Local Housing Strategy and its implementation, which will consider opportunities to increase the possible number of retirement dwellings at various residential densities. Additional Development Potential The Community Survey identified general support for density increases in precincts B (38%), C (32%), E (30%) while 32% felt increase was quite attractive in precinct D (precincts identified in figure below). Additionally, a proportion of survey respondents in precincts A (24%) and B (27%) found a potential increase in Mirrabooka Community Survey – Precinct Plan 63 CITY OF STIRLING MIRRABOOKA LOCAL AREA PLAN January 2010
The CaLD workshop participants did not oppose an increase in densities in residential areas, yet they did feel that Mirrabooka would need more facilities in order to support any increase in densities. For instance, participants mentioned that shopping centres and shops in Mirrabooka were already crowded, and an increase in density and subsequently population would put further strain on these facilities. This is discussed further in the Mix of Uses section below. This was somewhat reiterated in the general workshop, where participants felt that an increase in densities would need to occur near existing facilities and services. These issues present an opportunity for rezoning in the Local Area, particularly around centres such as Mirrabooka Village and the Mirrabooka Regional Centre. Increased densities around these centres would enable more affordable units and townhouses for residents as well as presenting the opportunity for mixed use developments and allowing residents greater access to existing facilities. Rezoning would result not only in an increase in development but also in the range of development types available to the community, providing mixed housing for young and old as well as different family types, which was highlighted in the general community workshop. However, Mirrabooka Village was also identified as the area most in need of improvement. Similar to other Local Areas, a change in zoning around existing centres to a density higher than R30 would need to occur in conjunction with or in response to improvements or expansions to the existing centre. This is explored further in the Economic Development focus area section. Affordable Housing Survey respondents were generally satisfied with the total amount of housing in the Local Area. However, the survey results did indicate a need for additional affordable housing (greatest percentage in precinct C). The results of the general community workshop and the Aboriginal workshop both indicated more affordable housing as a high priority for Mirrabooka. The CaLD workshop participants also highlighted more affordable rental housing as a top priority for the Housing and Built Environment focus area. Additionally, both the CaLD workshop and the Aboriginal community workshop highlighted the need for more and better quality State housing in Mirrabooka. This creates opportunity for new and affordable housing in the area with the inclusion of higher densities. A higher density would allow an increase in affordable units or villas and smaller retirement housing for the ageing population. This would also provide opportunity to create sufficient housing for Aboriginal people to ensure Elders remain in the area. Including a higher density in the area would encourage a mix of different houses and allow provision of State housing for different family types and sizes. It would also allow a more diverse range of rental housing in the area, therefore increasing the range of rental prices. Increased opportunities for affordable housing may be addressed through the City’s draft Local Housing Strategy and its implementation. The Strategy will examine several different options to create or change zoning provisions to ensure development is affordable to buy as well as rent. However, this Strategy is still in draft format and implementation options will need to be closely assessed to ensure aspects such as open space are not sacrificed in order to increase affordability. Housing and Household Diversity 34% of survey respondents indicated that there was not enough housing range or not enough housing types and densities. There 64 CITY OF STIRLING MIRRABOOKA LOCAL AREA PLAN January 2010
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