SEPP 65 - Apartment Design Guide

04 I Building4W Waste managementThe minimisation and effective management of domesticwaste from apartments contributes to the visual andphysical amenity of the building as well as limitingpotentially harmful impacts on the environment.Minimising waste is relevant to all stages of the building’slife cycle and also includes the way in which wasteis collected and stored in a manner that is safe andconvenient. Waste management should be consideredearly on in the design process.Figure 4W.1 Common garbage areas should be screened from view andwell ventilatedFigure 4W.2 Alternative waste disposal, such as composting, can beincorporated into the design of common open space areasFigure 4W.3 This residential development incorporates compost bins and acommunity garden for residents126 DRAFT | Apartment Design Guide I September 2014