Agenda 18 January 2011 - King Island Council

Consideration of the Planning Scheme ‘Closed Residential Zone’ Objectives.
The Zone Objectives for the Closed Residential Zone are described by Clause 3.1.2. of
the Scheme as being achieved by the following:
a) Identifying areas of land which can be serviced utilizing existing infrastructure.
b) Making provision for development of land for residential purposes with scope for
small lot development where the amenity of the area can be maintained;
c) To make provision for other land uses which are compatible with a pleasant
residential environment;
d) To encourage the relocation of non-conforming uses which reduce residential
amenity.
Objective A
Firstly and with respect to Objective A, it is noted that the land subject to the proposed
amendment is serviced by existing infrastructure networks at Currie which include
sewer, water, electricity and telecommunications. The proposed amendment will not
alter the reliance of the subject sites on these infrastructure networks.
The subject sites are presently and have historically been used for commercial purposes
for in excess of 35 years. The existence of both businesses and associated buildings and
infrastructure make the site unsuited to residential development, as encouraged by the
objectives of the Closed Residential Zone. The existing uses of each site are therefore
inconsistent with the purpose of the Closed Residential Zone as described.
Objective B
With respect to Objective B it is noted that should the existing and long-standing
commercial uses not exist on the subject sites and the land were vacant, there would be
potential for the development of lots of lesser size. That said, the buildings on the site
are existing and both businesses make a significant contribution to the Currie township
and greater king island community as part of the existing commercial hub of the Island.
Objective C
Objective C allows for other land uses which are compatible with residential
development, in that amenity must not be adversely affected. This is not relevant to the
proposed development, as both businesses and associated buildings are existent. The
impact upon the amenity of the area will not be affected by the amendment, nor will
the commercial use of the sites cease.
Objective D
In relation to Objective D, there is no evidence of conflict between either use and any
surrounding residential uses and developments. The proposed amendment will align the
zoning of the subject sites with their respective uses, and will increase supply of
commercial land in Currie which is presently limited.
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