SEPP 65 - Apartment Design Guide

Performance criteria4F-1To contribute to the quality and amenity ofcommunal and public open spaces04 I BuildingAcceptable solutions1. Building design incorporates opportunities forplanting on structures. Design solutions mayinclude:• green walls with specialised lighting for indoorwalls• wall design to incorporate planting• green roofs, particularly where roofs are visiblefrom the public domain• planter boxesFigure 4F.2Planting on structures are a way to create open space, inparticular where opportunities for deep soil zones are restrictedPhoto: McGregor CoxallPerformance criteria4F-2Plant growth is maximised with appropriateselection and maintenanceAcceptable solutions1. Plants are suited to site conditions, considerationsinclude:• drought and wind tolerance• seasonal changes in solar access• modified substrate depths for a diverse rangeof plants2. A landscape maintenance plan is preparedFigure 4F.3Roof top planting require careful plant selection and anunderstanding of the local climate conditionsPhoto: Greenwall.com.au3. Irrigation and drainage systems respond to:• changing site conditions• soil profile and the planting regime• whether rainwater, stormwater or recycled greywater is usedPerformance criteria4F-3Appropriate soil profiles are providedFigure 4F.4Methods for planting on structures include raised planters anda mix of shallow and deep profile garden bedsImage: 360 Degrees Landscape ArchitectsAcceptable solutions1. Structures are reinforced for additional saturatedsoil weight2. Soil volume is appropriate for plant growth,considerations include;• depths and widths are modified according tothe planting mix and irrigation frequency• free draining and long soil life span• tree anchorage is encouraged3. Minimum soil standards for plant sizes, areprovided in accordance with Table 4DRAFT | Apartment Design Guide I September 201487