Open Space and Public Place Plan - City of West Torrens - SA.Gov.au

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5.4 Applying the Planning Standards Table 3 illustrates population growth scenarios for West Torrens along with estimated open space provision utilising the Development Act 1993 standard of 12.5% of development sites as well as the standard of 3 hectares per 1,000 people. It is estimated that a ‘worst case’ scenario, based on population growth of 18,728 and no additional open space, could result in a potential deficit of approximately 73 hectares of open space. Projected population growth with no additional provision of open space is conceivable and would result in a significant open space deficit. This scenario would have significant implications for the provision and management of open space in West Torrens as well as impacting directly on the community's quality of life. Table 3: Population Growth Scenarios for the City of West Torrens Population Scenario Projected Growth Total Population Required Dwelling (approx) Potential Land Required 12.5% Open Space (hectares) Total Space Provision** 3 Hectares per 1000 Open Space Provision (hectares) Open Space Deficit (hectares)*** Ratio of Open Space to People (hectares)**** 1. Existing situation - 56,960 - - - 2. Modelling of Development Potential Across Council 3. Long Term Realistic Maximum Growth Corridor Capacity 4. Worst case scenario based on no delivery of open space and maximum population growth 150.27 ha (existing) 166.86 ha (16.61) 2.60 ha/1000 14,967 70,587 7,484 136 ha 17 167.27 ha 211.76 ha (44.50) 2.37 ha/1000 18,728 74,348 9,363 170 ha 21.25 171.52 ha 223.04 ha (51.52) 2.31 ha/1000 18,728 74,348 9,363 170 ha Nil 150.27 ha 223.04 ha (72.77) 2.00 ha/1000 Source: 1. Existing situation: Australian Bureau of Statistics (2011) Regional Population Growth, Australia (3218.0) 2. Profile ID Consulting (2010) 3. Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (2010) 4. Urban and Regional Planning Solutions (2012) Notes * Based on a gross yield of 55 dwellings per hectare ** Based on 12.5 % development site Standard *** Deference between 12.5% Standard and recommend 3 hectares per 1000 people Standard **** Based on Total Population divided by Total Open Space provision under 12.5% Standard. Page 20 of 46
5.5 Recommended Planning Standard Public open space provides opportunities for: • Recreation – a variety of structured and unstructured activities. • Conservation – protection, integration and restoration of natural features and cultural sites. • Amenity – greening of the urban environment and a spatial setting for housing. • Utility – stormwater management, buffers between different land uses, repair of degraded land, biodiversity and climate change adaptation. The design and function of open space should aim to meet user requirements for outdoor recreational and social activities, and for landscaping that contributes to the identity and environmental health of the community. Figure 2 indicates that to meet user requirements as urban densities increase, it is more appropriate to link open space provision to the number of people within an area, rather than a percentage of the overall land. This is particularly the case as the current 12.5% standard within higher density development areas will continue to deliver an under provision of open space, especially as it cannot be applied if the development provides for the division of land into less than 20 allotments. While a standard of 3 hectares per 1,000 people better addresses users needs in higher density developments, it is important that these standards are not applied too strictly, without due regard to the needs of a particular community, as the quality or ‘usability’ of open space is just as critical a factor in planning for open space. The principles that guide open space planning should include the provision of areas of high-quality open space, that offer a variety of experiences through diverse settings, equity of access, efficient resource management and preservation for future generations. In order to provide 3 hectares of open space per 1,000 people, an additional 16.61 hectares of open space may be required to serve the current population. Clearly, to purchase and develop this additional open space would be expensive and beyond the financial ability of the Council alone. Critically, as the Council progresses towards a more dense urban form it will more difficult to provide 3 hectares of open space per 1,000 people unless significant new areas or ways of delivering open space are provided. Importantly, this shortfall will continue to grow even if new residential development is able to dedicate 12.5% to open space. Clearly, the provision of open space is easier in a ‘greenfield’ scenario where open space can be provided in a holistic manner to achieve equitable distribution and access for all new households. However, in the case of West Torrens, the challenge of retrofitting is much greater - but not impossible - through infill redevelopment. It is recommended that; • A standard of 3 hectares per 1,000 people for open space provision be used to address the recreation, play and sporting requirements of West Torrens, • The strategies and actions within this Plan are pursued to ensure the equitable provision and distribution of open space, • Consideration is given to other urban spaces, streets, natural areas and connections that provide places for people, and • A hierarchy and framework are adopted to maintain the quality or ‘usability’ of open space and public place. Page 21 of 46
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Page 3 and 4: Production Acknowledgment This docu
Page 5 and 6: Table of Contents Message from the
Page 7 and 8: 1 Introduction 1.1 Glossary This Pl
Page 9 and 10: Community Plan Figure 1: Connection
Page 11 and 12: 3 Issues Impacting Upon Open Space
Page 13 and 14: 3.5 Health and Wellbeing Open space
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Page 35 and 36: 7 Draft Action Plan The draft Actio
Page 37 and 38: Action 1.8.1 Undertake feasibility
Page 39 and 40: Action 2.4.1 Establish high quality
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