Peachey Belt Landscape Precinct Plan (12367 kb) - City of Playford

PEACHEY BELTLANDSCAPE PRECINCT PLANPLAYFORD NORTH RENEWALAUGUST 2008

PEACHEY BELTLANDSCAPE PRECINCT PLANPeachey Belt Landscape Precinct PlanPrepared by City of PlayfordAugust 2008Contact: Valdis Zvaigznevzvaigzne@playford.sa.gov.auP: 8256 0333CITY OF PLAYFORDPlayford Operations Centre12 Bishopstone RoadDavoren Park SA 5113© City of Playford August 20082 city of playford august 2008

CONTENTS1.0 Introduction 41.1 Background 51.2 Existing Landscape Character 51.3 Peachey Belt Master Plan AndStaging 51.4 Vision 52.0 Open Space Strategy 62.1 Background 72.1.1 Regional Context 72.2 Open Space Typology 92.2.1 Regional Open Space 92.2.2 Sportsfi elds 92.2.3 Neighbourhood Open Space 102.2.4 Minor Open Space 102.2.5 Linear Open Space 102.2.6 Operational Open Space 112.3 Maintenance Profi les 122.4 Proposed Treatments 132.5 Reserve Concepts 162.6 Reserve Plant Selection 16Drivways 364.6 Plant Selection 364.7 Local Area Traffi c Management 365.0 Bicycle Plan 385.1 Introduction 395.2 Hierarchy Of Treatments 396.0 Landscape Elements 426.1 Background 436.2 Paving 446.3 Furniture 456.4 Playspaces 466.5 Retaining Walls 466.6 Lighting 466.7 Fences And Gates Along ReserveBoundaries 466.8 Bollards 466.9 Post And Rail 46Appendix A: Street Tree List 473.0 Playspaces 203.1 Background 213.2 Planning Context 213.3 Developmental Stages Of Play 223.4 Playground Hierarchy 243.4.1 Regional Playground 243.3.2 District Play Space 253.3.3 Neighbourhood Play Space 254.0 Streetscapes 274.1 Background 274.2 Road Hierarchy 274.2.1 Arterial Roads 294.2.2 Collector Roads 304.2.3 Local Roads 324.2.4 Laneways / Shared Use Zones 334.3 Street Tree Renewal 344.3.1 Design Considerations 344.3.2 Tree Selection 344.4 Verges 354.5 Pedestrian Paths, Pram Ramps Andcity of playford august 20083

1.0 INTRODUCTION4 city of playford august 2008

1.0 INTRODUCTION1.1 BACKGROUNDThe Playford North Renewal Project will transformAdelaide’s outer Northern suburbs into a vibrantcommunity for people to live, work and play. Thisexciting project will deliver new housing, public housingupgrades, upgraded shopping centres, new schools,transport upgrades, sporting facilities and parks over thenext 15 years.The Peachey Belt, comprised of the existing suburbs ofSmithfi eld Plains and Davoren Park, will be part of anextensive social and physical makeover. Bounded byCurtis Rd, Coventry Rd, Stebonheath Rd, and WommaRd, this major urban renewal project is expected to beundertaken in several large stages, each taking a yearor more to complete.The project has several fronts and involves both theState and Local Governments, and the community. TheLand Management Corporation (LMC) is the ProjectManager and will work closely with the other partners inthe project. LMC has the key responsibility of deliveringhousing construction, retail development, marketingand sales of new land, and the facilitation of communityservices, public transport, local services (utilities),governance of the project, and traffi c management.The Department for Families and Communities (DFC)role is to ensure that the Playford North Renewal Projectmeets the needs of the community - both the existingand the new. Housing SA is part of the DFC, and willredevelop or upgrade public housing within the area.The City of Playford is a partner in the project, withresponsibility for ensuring that infrastructure suchas roads, street trees, footpaths, public open spaceand stormwater systems work in a way that meetscommunity needs. The project partners have beenworking closely with community leaders and residentsand will continue to do so throughout the life of theproject.city of playford august 20081.2 EXISTING LANDSCAPE CHARACTERThe existing public open spaces within the Peachey Beltare characterised by minimal landscape developmentand correspondingly low levels of maintenance.Historically, high levels of vandalism have been recordedin the Peachey Belt resulting in the council’s reluctanceto invest in new landscape development prior to thecommencement of this urban renewal project.In general, landscapes have little or no change in gradeand may be dominated by large red gum or blue gumtrees (Eucalyptus camaldulensis or Euc. leucoxylon)with an understorey of dryland grass (predominantlykikuyu). Some reserves contain structures such asplaygrounds, seating, concrete paths and post and railfences. These are mostly dated and in need of removalor renewal. The lasting visual impression of the area isthat of a rather eclectic choice of native trees scatteredthroughout parks.1.3 PEACHEY BELT MASTER PLAN ANDSTAGINGThe Peachey Belt Urban Renewal Project is divided intoseveral stages, starting in the north-western corner ofthe site.The Peachey Belt Urban Renewal Project is dividedinto over a dozen development stages, with each stagecontaining several precincts. Stage One will commencein the north-western corner of the Peachey Belt; the areathat has the highest density of Housing SA properties.Some of the key physical project goals that weredeveloped during public master planning workshopswere:— Improved parks, open spaces and sporting facilitieswhich are safe and easy to access— Stormwater management and recycling systems– Waterproofi ng Playford – facilitating the creationof linear parks, permanent water bodies, parklandareas, bike and walking trails— Improved safety and crime prevention outcomesthrough environmental design1.4 VISIONThe Peachey Belt Landscape Precinct Plan will reinforcethe amenity and functionality of the City’s linear corridorsthat follow our creek lines, transport corridors andinfrastructure easements. People will have close accessto opportunities for non motorised movement throughouta completely connected City, breathing new life andenhanced functionality in to the space set aside tocontrast the built and natural environment.Outside of linear reserves sport fi elds will form activitynodes for each suburb. Infrastructure and design willaccommodate a variety of uses by both sports clubs andthe general community, increasing the level of activitywithin a quality setting, ensuring minimal confl ict whilegenerating a greater sense of community connectivity.Beyond these large scale spaces Council willmanage focal points for localised family activity withinneighbourhood level reserves. One or two recreationreserves per precinct will result in meaningfuldestinations for passive family recreation and informalphysical activity.This approach will enhance the local communities;replacing the proliferation of small spaces and facilitatinga transition from private open space to private use ofpublic open space in higher density neighbourhoods5

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYREGIONS01 North West01020304North EastSouth EastSouth WestProject Area020304Metropolitan Area6 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.1 BACKGROUNDThe City of Playford is unique to other metropolitanCouncils in that it services a rapidly growing populationthrough urbanisation within the expanding urban growthboundary, and has three distinct rural townships withinthe Hills Face Zone and on the western coastal plains.The Council area is divided by signifi cant transportcorridors including Main North Road, the Adelaide toGawler Railway Line, Port Wakefi eld Road and theNorthern Expressway (NEXY).The physical connection between the plains and thehills is illustrated within the Peachey Belt by drainagechannels and waterways such as Smith Creek, while theproject area refl ects the character of the broader Citythrough expansive open spaces such as StebonheathPark.Sport has provided the City with a profi le that reachesacross the metropolitan area as a successful, committedand competitive community, and as a destinationfor high level competition and achievement. KalaraReserve is a prominant example, hosting the Elizabethand Districts Junior Soccer Association which attractssignifi cant numbers of participants and visitors to theCity throughout the year.The Peachey Belt also characterised by an abundanceof local and neighbourhood level open space.2.1.1 Regional ContextThe Peachey Belt is within the City’s North Westplanning region. This region contains considerablymore purpose built sports fi elds than any other region ofCouncil indicating that participation in structured sportsis a focus for recreation in this area.There is an opportunity to increase the number ofneighbourhood level reserves comparable to the NorthEast and South East and broaden the recreation andphysical activity outlets available to existing and newresidents by building neighbourhood level recreationopportunities into district and regional level reserves.city of playford august 2008Smith Creek has a limited interface with adjacenthousing, improving the passive surveillance, andproviding landscape that results in a cooler local climateand attractive, safe and defi ned recreation trail willsignifi cantly enhance the functionality of this linearreserve to the surrounding community.There are a number of schools in the region thatcurrently provide a neighbourhood recreation function,consideration needs to be given to the future of thesespaces with the Playford North development likely toresult in a reduction of school sites.Summary of PrioritiesActions in this region will need to focus on rationalisingthe number of Local and Operational Level reserves,and establish focal points for community activity thatsatisfy the needs of families specifi cally:— child friendly play experiences;— junior and community sport;— friend and family functions;— relaxation; and— fi tness activities (running, cycling, walking andwalking the dog).ApproachThis can primarily be achieved through multi functionalspaces that cater for sports and unstructured recreationand provide opportunities for fi tness during the evening,subsequently District and Regional level open space willneed to be the focus for satisfying this range of activities.Secondary to the creation of community focal pointswithin District and Regional level reserves is thetargeted enhancement of Neighbourhood open space tomeet the needs of young children and parents seekingplay experiences.Key LocationsStebonheath ParkKooranowaSmith CreekKalara ReserveOutcomesGreater activity on fewer reserves with opportunities forless congested spaces within neighbourhood planningprecincts by:— Reducing or enhancing existing Local reserves (lessthan half a hectare)— Reducing or enhancing non functional Operationalreserves.— Building in a range of experiences within largerreserves.— Activation of larger reserves increasing passivesurveillance and public safety.7

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY8 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.2 OPEN SPACE TYPOLOGYThe many reasons open space is provided refl ectsthe impact it can have on the lives of people and theimportant contribution it makes to the liveability oflocalities. The following section illustrates the types ofopen spaces managed for a variety of functions.For the purpose of assessing the functionality of ourexisting Public Open Space the classifi cations havebeen categorised in to fi ve types:2.2.1 Regional Open SpaceDefinitionRegional Open Space is a parcel of parcels of landlarger than 3 hectares or two senior sportsfi elds in size.It forms a focal point for people across and beyondthe region by providing a multi functional space thatmeets the needs and expectations of a broad scope ofpotential uses.Within the Peachey Belt Stebonheath Park is the onlyRegional Level Open Space. It forms a central activitynode for the North West Region incorporating wetlandswith passive irrigated surrounds designed and providedas a key location within the project area.Features— All weather, all ability path networks— A nominal 33% of the total reserve size Irrigatedat IPOS level 2 to accommodate picnic and socialactivities and/or passive and active recreation— Prominent or feature land form and undulationincluding swales, water bodies and/or wetland/aquatic landscape.— Signifi cant trees that create a vista and providesubstantial shade while maintaining surveillanceFacilities— Minimal solar powered lighting along arterialpedestrian and cycling routes— Natural and built shelter throughout the reserve— Regional level play space— Park furniture that supports long visitations by largegroups including: Rubbish bins, water fountain, BBQand public catering facilities— All access bench seats that have back support toinclude people with a disability— All access toilets that cater for people with a disabilityincluding adult sized change tables— Demographic specifi c infrastructure foryouth, families, older people etc. to reinforceintergenerational use— Signage that is interpretive, educational, directional,promotional and contiguous with Council’s corporatestandards— Pet friendly features including dog exercise areas,drinking fountains and tidy stations— Public art as a component of park furniture2.2.2 SportsfieldsDefinitionAs the category suggests sportsfi elds are designedand managed to host various levels of competition runby a range of sports. Kalara and Kooranowa form thetwo key sports fi eld locations within the Peachey Belt.Both are located along Peachey Road within mixed useareas. Development on this type ofopen space is likelyto include the following features and facilities:Features— High profi le landscape and prominent entrystatement to promote the service delivered bylicensed users;— Irrigated area to equal up to 65% of total reserve,applied at IPOS level 1— Signifi cant trees that create a vista and provideshade while maintaining surveillanceFacilities— Onsite car parking for 250 people— Landscape based entry statement— Sheltered spectator provisions adjoining club facility— District level Playground— Flood lighting that allows full use of reserve fortraining, potential for main playing surface to hostnight competition— Playing surfaces for more than one sport—Defi nition fencing around main playing fi elds— Perimeter bollardscity of playford august 20089

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.2.3 Neighbourhood Open SpaceDefinitionNeighbourhood level open space is no less than halfa hectare and contains facilities and space for passiverecreation and unstructured physical activity. Size isimportant as these spaces need to facilitate a varietyof play opportunities through hard and soft landscapeelements and a mix of relevant facilities.Features— No less than half an hectare in size— Nominal 50% turf irrigation at IPOS level 4— Nominal 35% dry land tree plantation for shade,amenity and surveillance— Nominal 15% area set aside for play facilities andpark furnitureFacilities— Neighbourhood level playground— Sheltered bench seating with back support— All weather continuous access path provision2.2.4 Minor Open SpaceDefinitionMinor parks are small reserves showcasing sustainablelandscapes within high density communities. Thistype of reserve needs to be under half a hectare andis ideally 0.2 (min) to 0.3 (max) of a hectare to allowsuitable landscape treatment.This type of open space does not necessarily providea destination as much as it contributes to the characterand amenity of walkable neighbourhoods. Within MunnoPara West these reserves will have a direct relationshipand affect on the civic and commercial areas.Minor Parks need to be designed as a component ofthe street scape to avoid creating walkways betweenproperties or resulting in fences backing on to thereserve.Features— Mulched garden beds— Permeable surface materials— Flowering native understorey— Minimal open space— Stands of signifi cant native shade trees.Facilities/— Park furniture— Small scale public art2.2.5 Linear Open SpaceDefinitionLinear open space is a corridor of community land or aseries of linked parks that provide for off road movementby pedestrians and cyclists. These reserves oftenfollow drainage channels, are provided as a means ofmanaging overland fl ows, are created as easements oract as buffers between land uses.Linear space offers low impact recreation opportunities,enhanced by connection to other recreation spaces orcommunity locations; as such this type of open spacecontributes significantly to the liveability of the City.Features— All weather or gravel path network— Signifi cant trees planted to provide shade and createvista while maintaining surveillanceFacilities— Park furniture at designated rest spots/places ofinterest— Signage that is interpretive, educational, directional,promotional and contiguous with Council’s corporatestandards10 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.2.6 Operational Open SpaceProposed hierarchy of open space within the Peachey BeltDefinitionOperational open space may contain and includewalkways and lanes, road reserves, screening reserves,easements, buffers and wind breaks, overland fl oodmitigation or landscaped entry statements.Due to the signifi cant amount of this type of openspace within the City’s mix of open space a meansof enhancing the functionality or amenity should bethe focus of activity. Operational open space has thepotential to increase off road transport networks, providebiodiversity corridors or enhance the character andamenity of the City for residents and visitors alike.Features (may include)— Flowering native understorey— Stands of signifi cant local native shade trees.— Dual use path network— Signage; directional and other as per Council Policy— Linear spaces planted to create large scalevegetation avenue and provide habitat corridorsRegionalDistrictNeighbourhoodMinorOperationalLinearKey Locationcity of playford august 200811

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.3 MAINTENANCE PROFILESMaintenance profi les have been established as a means of directing appropriateinvestment of resources to support the types of open space Council manages for thebenefi t of the community.The profi les refl ect our capacity to manage open space, community expectations,climatic and contextual considerations and the objective of each open space type.The profi les also act as a guarantee to all stakeholders that, with appropriate resourceallocation, a level of work will be undertaken in managing an attractive and valuedpublic realm.The differences between each profi le is summarised according to four profi les:Category 1 – Feature Park (High Profile)High profi le maintenance regimes are designated to key locations of civic, cultural,or recreation importance such as feature reserves, memorials, regional parks, civicspaces and high use passive irrigated areas.These spaces are managed for high appeal and can impact the public perception ofa locality, as a result all high profi le landscapes require sustainable design to matchCouncil’s capacity for ongoing maintenance, including proportion of surface types andfacility and plant palette.Category 2 – Passive Irrigated (Medium Profile)Passive irrigated neighbourhood parks are managed to meet the recreationexpectations of young and mature families.Once established these spaces will be supported with a medium profi le maintenanceregime framed around the basic elements of irrigated turf (pending access to recycledwater sources) for active play, tree maintenance, rubbish removal, weed control andfacility repair and renewal.Category 5 – Dry Land (Low Profile)Operational open space, dry land reserves, and minor parks are durable reservesrelying largely on the amenity, shade and appeal of over storey plantings and groundcover vegetation.MaintenanceProfi leOpen space type Cat 1 Cat 2 Cat 3 Cat 4 Cat 5RegionalSportsfi eldNeighbourMinor parkLinear ParkOperationalCategory 3 – Active Profile (Sports fields)Turf playing surfaces are maintained to sport specifi c standards and largelyincorporate weekly mowing and annual turf regeneration. Passive irrigated surroundsare managed as a medium profi le regime, dry land surrounds are maintainedaccording to a low profi le maintenance regime.Category 4 – Urban Garden (Medium Profile)Urban Gardens are spaces within urban areas that are low maintenance but high inamenity value. The intention of this space is to generate sustainable landscapes thatcontribute to the character of a locality.*as identifi ed in the SA Water classification system developed as a part of the code of practice for Irrigated Public Open Space (IPOS)12 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.4 Proposed TreatmentsThe following section applies the open space typologyand maintenance profi les to the relevant parcels of openspace within the Peachey Belt.city of playford august 200813

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYRESERVE NAMEPROPOSED ACTIONSTAGE 1 Davison Crescent Remove playground. High profi le upgrade to form landscape based entry statement for the project area, contiguouswith Peachey Rd streetscape renewal. (Concept attached)Smith CreekMedium Profi le Landscape improvement according to Linear Park typology. Provision of share use path and parkfurniture at rest points that follow the creek line north through stebonheath and south to the greenfi elds site. (Conceptattached)STAGE 2 Stebonheath Rd Drainage Reserve Low profi le landscape improvement according to Linear Park typology including provision of share use pathconnection between Smith Creek/Stebonheath Park and the Greenfi elds development across Curtis Rd.Peachey Rd ReserveLow profi le landscape improvement according to operational typology and contiguous with Peachey Rd Streetscaperenewal.STAGE 3 Roberts Rd Reserve Remove playground. Redesign as a minor park incorporating low profi le landscape improvementSTAGE 4 Davoren Rd Screening Reserve Low profi le landscape improvement. Incorporate a share use path that links Coventry Rd to Stebonheath Park.Potential youth facility linked to the John McVeity centreHodby Screening Reserve Low profi le landscape improvement contiguous with Peachey Rd Streetscape renewal.Coventry Rd Drainage SmithCreek) & Smithfi eld Plains JuniorSchools)Jessie Taylor ReserveSouthan Street Screening ReserveSmithfi eld Plains High SchoolMedium Profi le Landscape improvement according to Linear Park typology. Provision of one neighbourhood reserveaccording to typology within existing school site.Rationalise western portion of reserve. Maintain 0.5 hectares of recreation space and apply a medium profi lelandscape improvement according to neighbourhood typology.Low profi le landscape improvement according to operational typology and contiguous with Peachey Road streetscaperenewal.Provision of one neighbourhood reserve of 0.5 hectares at south west corner of redeveloped site.STAGE 5 Chesterman Reserve Redesign as a minor park incorporating low profi le landscape improvementConnell Street reserveRedesign as a minor park incorporating low profi le landscape improvementObrien reserveRemove playground, undertake medium profi le landscape improvement according to neighbourhood typology.Arura reserve and scout hall Medium profi le landscape improvement according to neighbourhood typologyMainwaring Crescent Walkway N/AMcPherson Gve Windbreak N/ADavoren Park SchoolProvide .5ha neighbourhood reserve on south west corner of site14 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYSTAGE 6STAGE 7Stebonheath/Whiting Rd ScreeningReserveWebster ReserveStebonheath Rd ScreeningReserveLow profi le landscape improvement according to operational typology incorporating potential dual use pathMedium profi le landscape improvement according to neighbourhood reserve typologyLow profi le landscape improvement according to operational typology incorporating dual use pathSTAGE 8 Anne Wright Reserve Remove playground. Medium profi le landscape improvement according to neighbourhood typologyPete Smith ReserveMedium profi le landscape improvement according to neighbourhood park typologyKalara ReserveReserve enhancement according to Regional typology incorporating Active Irrigated landscape improvement.Increase capacity of car parking and increase available sports infrastructureSandford ReserveRationaliseWoodcutts Rd Drainage Reserve Partial rationalisation. Low profi le landscape improvement of remaining parcel according to the operational openspace typology, incorporating dual use pathWomma Rd Screening Reserve High profi le upgrade to form landscape based entry statement for the project area, contiguous with Peachey Rdstreetscape renewalSTAGE 12 Mandeville/Longbridge Reserve Low profi le landscape improvement according to minor park typologySTAGE 13 Forde Reserve To be rationalisedBishopstone/Heytesbury Road Low profi le landscape improvement according to the operational open space typologyReserveUNSTAGED Kooranowa Reserve Rationalise portion for residential to enhance surveillance over community facilities. Active irrigated landscapeimprovement to the remaining parcel. Expand car parking capacity and sports infrastructure. Replace cyclonefencing with defi nition fencing to improve accessibility and interface with surrounding community. Replace cyclonefencing with defi nition fencing to improve accessibility and interface with surrounding communityCrittendon Rd ReserveLow profi le landscape improvement according to Linear Park typology including provision of share use pathconnection between Smithcity of playford august 200815

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGY2.5 RESERVE CONCEPTSThe following section provides design concepts of thevarious open space types as they relate to the PeacheyBelt.DAVISON CRESCENT RESERVE2.6 RESERVE PLANT SELECTIONNative vegetation will form the basic structural plantingtheme for the majority of reserves in Playford North.Key principles for plant selection are as follows:— Local indigenous plant species are to be consideredin the fi rst instance. Non-local or exotic plantingmay be considered where particular outcomes arerequired.— Species selection and planting patterns should followlocal growing conditions and relate to the scale andproportion of the built form— Select species to provide desired functionalrequirements eg shade, screen, habitat— Match species growing requirements to siteconditions— Select drought tolerant species— Group planting according to their water requirements— Limit the use of lawns to areas of high profi le publicuse such as sportsfi elds and playspaces— Limit exotic plant selections to small focal areas16 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYROBERTS ROAD RESERVEcity of playford august 200817

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYPROPOSED LANDSCAPE CHARACTER-native revegetation along waterway-clear sightlines-passive surveillance from properties-shade & habitat from new tree planting-open,steel picket style fencesFEATHERSTONE STREETNEW SHAREDUSE ZONESAXON STREETRaiway Wetland, Mawson lakesBOARDWALKNEW SHAREDUSE ZONESmith Creek Sanctuary Reserve, BlakeviewBOARDWALKNEW SHAREDUSE ZONENEW SHAREDUSE ZONEEXISTING SMITH CREEK DRAINAGE EASEMENT-poor delineation of open space-lack of vegetation-poor visual amenity-properties back onto park-low planting obscures sightlinesTUDOR CRESCENTNEW SHAREDUSE ZONEPEACHEY ROADSolid fences obstruct views into reserveLandscape lacking trees & pedestrian linkagesSMITH CREEK LINEAR PARKLANDSCAPE CONCEPT PLANPLAYFORD NORTH REGENERATION18 city of playford august 2008

2.0 OPEN SPACE STRATEGYSTEBONHEATH PARKcity of playford august 200819

3.0 PLAYSPACES20 city of playford august 2008

3.0 PLAYSPACES3.1 BackgroundThe philosophy behind the hierarchy of play spaceshas been developed in conjunction with the communitythrough targeted consultation projects. Communityengagement has identifi ed that many people appreciatethe opportunity to take part in physical activity andrecreation within our parks.The provision and management of playgrounds inpublic parks is one of the most common topics raisedby parents, families, older residents and young childrenwhen discussing what elements are most desired inopen space for community use.Shade, surveillance and safety, reserve size andirrigated open space, recreation facilities, landscapingand all weather path networks are regarded by parentsas some of the most important elements in open spacefor community use.Young children, the most common users of play areas,value land sculpture, variety in height and levels, uniqueand interesting shapes, natural elements and structuresthat can be used, though not necessarily designed, forplay.The approach to playground provision within thePlayford Alive Project will be less about providing moreof the same, but rather an approach to providing a morerobust, unique and highly appreciated play experience.It will be about going beyond a reliance and renewalof prefabricated play grounds, to enhancing allaspects of play areas to form integrated, natural andcreative elements in the community’s palette of playopportunities, ultimately making play an inherent part oflandscape planning.3.2 Planning ContextThe City of Playford recently drafted an open spacestrategy, the main purpose of which is to guide servicelevels for the design, management and maintenanceof various open space types. Playgrounds within thePeachey Belt will contribute to:ObjectiveManage open space as a conduit for community healthand wellbeing.Strategy 5Implement infrastructure programs that refl ect thecommunity expectations of each open space type.Principles guiding play space deliveryPlay areas in the Peachey Belt will be:1. Robust and SafeContain robust features that reduce the confidence ofvandalism. This extends to any landscape elementsincluding, public art, park fencing or bollard system,park furniture and vegetation. Solid components will bebuilt to last and not compromise safety or creativity byfocussing too much on one or the other.2. Natural and SustainableRather than focussing on pre fabricated kit playgroundsplay spaces will rely more on natural features of theopen space such as trees, rocks, and landform and assuch have longer life spans than traditional units.3. CreativeColours, levels, art and shapes. Plays paces willincorporate tactile designs that have no clear beginningor end within the broader setting.The result is a hierarchy of natural and built parkfeatures and furniture to the scale of the reserve inwhich it is located.city of playford august 200821

3.0 PLAYSPACES3.3 Developmental Stages of PlayThe Occupational Therapy unit from The University ofSouth Australia has provided a guide for the constructionof play spaces that contribute to the developmentalstages of users. Regarded as developmentalmilestones, play areas can be segmented to cater forspecifi c age brackets that refl ect the developmentalstage and needs of users, when considering the themes,features and facilities of play spaces it is important toconsider the following developmental stages:Skills/interests 3 yrsJumps and swingsEngages in parallel play (grouped equipment)Engages in imaginative playToddler (12 months – 4 years)Skills/interests 12 MonthsCruising (standing whilst holding on for support)Climbs small stairs with 1 or 2 hands on a railEnjoys climbing on furniture or objectsBegins crawling in order to explore the environmentSkills/interests 2 yrsJumps over objectsEnjoys climbingMoves around obstaclesSkills/interests 4 yrsEngages in symbolic play (mulch around equipmentcan be imagined as water)Participates in groupsImitates adult and familiar activitiesClimbs stairs unassistedEnjoys pouring and fi lling activitiesExplores environmentWatches and imitates the play of other childrenDifferent surfaces to provide of variety of tactile stimuliEnjoys crawling and hiding2 yrs - Climbs stairs unassisted22 city of playford august 2008

3.0 PLAYSPACESJunior (4 years – 7 years)Skills/interests 5 yrsDevelops balanceEnjoys activities like throwing,catching and battingSkills/interests 6 - 7 yrsEnjoys running, jumping, climbing and throwingLikes to collect objectsOlder (8 years – 12 years)Skills/interests 8 - 12 yrsLikes to participate in team activitiesEnjoys outdoor activities such as skateboarding androller blading and basketball4 Yrs - participates in groups 6 - 7 yrs - likes to collect thingscity of playford august 200823

3.0 PLAY SPACES3.4 Playground HierarchyThe following hierarchy matches playground types toopen space types including the function/purpose andgeneral themes of each play space.Example:Stebonheath Park3.4.1 Regional PlaygroundRegional open spaces cater for intergenerational usersfrom across and beyond the locality up to once a weekfor full day visitation at a time. As such regional playspaces need to offer features that draw and supportprolonged visitation by considerable numbers of people(>1000 weekly visitations).Appreciation and return visitation for regional reservesis enhanced through features not otherwise available insmaller scale parks such as iconic or interactive publicart, water features, land form and land sculpture, tracksand trails, signifi cant areas of open space and largescale trees.Regional Playground Themes1. AdventureAdventure relates to large scale pieces of equipmentand larger total area of play spaces that offers anexperience not otherwise available in park playgrounds.Research indicates that height and scale is the mostcommon means of expressing what this meant in termsof equipment. Parents described it as ‘not sanitising therisk’ involved in play.2. AccessAll access playgrounds were regarded as essential. Notjust for people with a disability, but for parents wishing toparticipate in the play experience, where possible playareas should cater for parent participation.3. CharacterShade is one of the most important components ofregional parks. Community forums have identifi ed thatdespite specifi c needs and interests raised by variouspeople, simplicity is the key to enjoyable long lastingspaces. This was explained as open areas with largetrees that have long life span.24 city of playford august 2008

3.0 PLAY SPACES3.3.2 District Play SpaceDistrict open space is primarily provided and managedto host club based sport competitions, as such it is usedheavily after hours for training and over the weekend forgames, and attracts people from across and beyond theCity.District open space is the only typology where eveninguse is encouraged and catered for through sportsinfrastructure provision. As a result these reserves alsoprovide a physical activity outlet for time poor residentsotherwise lacking opportunities during working hours.Sports fi elds are conducive to fi tness oriented activitiesand unstructured physical activity.Play facilities located adjacent playing fi elds maximisesthe community outcomes for the resources associatedwith the management of sports grounds, and enablesfamilies with children of various ages to use equipmentor the sports infrastructure for play.District Playground Themes1. AmenityShade, seating. Dual use of enhancing spectatorship atgrounds and providing for high levels of use2. FitnessOutdoor gyms and fi tness circuits can cater for broadercommunity use out of business hours.3. Variety and ScaleSports grounds attract up to 500 people each week,catering for a large number of users of various ages.Needs to be of a size and scale that matches the sizeof the reserve. Trees as a part of the landscape to be afeature part of play area.3.3.3 Neighbourhood Play SpaceNeighbourhood level open space can be visited up tofi ve times a week and is generally used for periods thatcan be measured in minutes. Neighbourhood parks arelargely family locations with a proximity to householdsthat allows children up to 12 to independently accessand use the facilities for active play or passive recreationafter school or during weekends.Size is important as these spaces need to facilitate avariety of play opportunities through landscape, treesand vegetation and a mix of relevant facilities.Neighbourhood play spaces have an important roleto play in the provision of a local environment thatcontributes to health and wellbeing. They are locationsin which neighbours can meet and connect. As such thefacilities and elements that make up these spaces needto contribute to the long term amenity and functionalityof open space within connected neighbourhoods.Neighbourhood Playground Themes1. Safety and amenityThe space needs to cater for young children and familieseither as a deliberate visit or as part of a trip chain. Thefacilities are not large, as challenging or diverse as thelarger scale spaces. The facilities are away from roadsand not screened by bushes, however they do benefitfrom intimacy of planting such as ground covers, orupper canopy trees that offer natural protection fromthe elements. Sheltered seating and standard parentfurniture should closely accompany the main play site.2. DistinctWhile smaller in scale to other reserves there is stilla need to create a distinct setting that makes thisneighbourhood reserve somewhat different to any otherswithin the same suburb. Whether it’s a particular pieceof equipment, colour, or natural land form, the featuredistinguishes this neighbourhood’s play space.Fitness equipment is well suited to sportsfi eldscity of playford august 200825

3.0 PLAY SPACESProposed hierarchy of play spaces within the Peachey BeltRegionalDistrictNeighbourhood26 city of playford august 2008

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.1 BACKGROUNDThe existing road network within the Peachey Beltconsists of the principal north-south thoroughfares(Peachey Road, Stebonheath Road, and CoventryRoad), and east-west connecting routes (Curtis Road,Davoren Road, Petherton Road, and Womma Road).Minor and major local roads make up the balance ofresidential streets.Typically these streets have overhead powerlines,concrete footpaths on both sides of the road locatedagainst property boundaries, with street trees invarying degrees of health planted in road verges. Theupgrade and renewal of residential precincts providesopportunities to develop fresh new streetscapes byupgrading road and stormwater infrastructure, and byremoving old or dying trees, and replanting with newsemi advanced trees.ARTERIALPeachey RoadCOLLECTORPeachey RoadMINOR COLLECTOR4.2 ROAD HIERARCHYRoadways serve a variety of functions, including theprovision of direct access to properties, pedestrian andbicycle paths, bus routes and catering for through traffi cthat is not related to immediate land uses.Planting of tree species of appropriate scale andlandscaping of road verges can help provide the roadnetwork with improved legibility and visual amenity, andthe provision of bike and pedestrian paths can promotehealthier environments. Opportunities to include watersensitive urban design techniques in road verges shouldbe explored where verge widths are of suffi cient size(refer modifi ed collector road section).Womma RoadLOCALWhitington RoadBarrat StreetBarrat Streetcity of playford august 200827

4.0 STREETSCAPESROAD HIERARCHY LEGENDCurtis RoadArterialCollectorMinor CollectorPEACHEY ROADCoventry RoadDavoren RoadRailPetherton RoadStebonheath RoadHeytesbury RoadWomma Road28 city of playford august 2008

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.2.1 Arterial RoadsPeachey RoadPeachey Road is characterised by its generousmedian (typically 10 metres wide) with randomlyscattered mature native trees. Road verges areapproximately 4 metres wide including 1.5 metre wideconcrete footpaths. Single lanes in each direction areapproximately 7 metres wide. Overall carriageway widthis approximately 32 metres.Peachey Road is an important thoroughfare that willpass through existing urban renewal areas a nd willextend through the new Munno Para land division tothe north. The generous width of the vehicular lanesallows for new line marking of parking lanes (withprotuberances containing trees) and bicycle lanes. Thewide median will enable large trees to be planted downits centre, with medium sized trees along the vergeand within protuberances. A high pressure gas pipelineis located within the median. A proposed, non-potablewater, rising main is also to be located within thismedian.New street trees shall be planted to produce a formalavenue, hardy verge and median planits is to be used torepalce grass and add colour.Street trees: Median - Ficus hillii, Verges – CupaniopsisanacardiodesFootpaths: 1.8 m wide exposed aggregate concreteFicus hilliiCupaniopsis anacrdiodesPEACHEY ROAD SECTIONExposed aggregate footpathprotrubanceroadroadprotrubancepathvergebike lanemedianbike lanevergepathcity of playford august 200829

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.2.2 Collector RoadsCritenden Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathsStreet trees: Verges – Eucalyptus sideroxylon ‘Rosea’(Red Ironbark)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteDavoren Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, one 1.5 mconc pathStreet trees: Verges – Corymbia maculata (SpottedGum)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteWhitington Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathsStreet trees: Verges – Eucalyptus scoparia (WallangaraWhite Gum)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteEdgecombe Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathsStreet trees: Verges – Cupaniopsis anacardiodes(Tuckeroo)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteHeytesbury / Coventry Road25 m carriageway, 12 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathStreet trees: Verges – Eucalyptus leucoxylon sppleucoxylon (SA Blue Gum)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteFordingbridge Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathsStreet trees: Verges – Brachychiton populneus(Kurrajong)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteModified Collector RoadSome collector roads with 10 metre wide thoroughfaresmay be narrowed to 7 metres with expanded verges tocreate opportunities for Water Sensitive Urban Design(WSUD) and or dual use bike paths (refer diagram page26).Angophora costataCoryimbia maculataPetherton Road25 m carriageway, 12 m road, 5 m verges, one 1.5 mconcrete pathStreet trees: Verges – Angophora costata (SmoothbarkedApple)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteNeagle Road20 m carriageway, 10 m road, 5 m verges, two 1.5 mconc pathsStreet trees: Verges – Brachychiton acerifolia (IllawarraFlame Tree)Footpaths: 1.5 m wide exposed aggregate concreteBrachychiton populneusCupaniopsis anacrdiodesEucalyptus leucoxylon30 city of playford august 2008

4.0 STREETSCAPESCOLLECTOR ROAD SECTIONpath verge road verge pathMODIFIED COLLECTOR ROAD SECTIONEucalyptus scopariaBrachychiton acerifoliapath verge road verge pathWater Sensitive Urban Design WSUDcity of playford august 200831

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.2.3 Local RoadsTypically 15 – 16 metre carriageway, 7 – 7.5 m road, two1.2 m conc pathsStreet trees: Verges – small to medium size eucalypts,small deciduous treesPyrus calleryana hybrids (ornamental pear)Fraxinus ornus. (Mana Ash)Koelreuteria paniculata (Golden Rain Tree)Sophora japonica (Japanese Pagoda Tree)Melia azederach ‘Elite’ (White Cedar – minimal fruitingvariety)Brachychiton ‘Clarabell’ (Flame Tree Hybrid)Hibiscus tiliaceus ‘Rubra’ (Bronze Cottonwood)Eucalyptus torquata (Coral Gum)Euc. leucoxylon megalocarpa (Dwarf SA Blue Gum)Geijera parvifl ora (Wilga)Acacia pendula (Weeping Myall)Callistemon ‘Gawler Hybrid’ (Gawler Hybrid Bottlebrush)Koelreuteria paniculataEucalyptus lecoxylon megalocarpaMelia azederachHibiscus tiliaceusFootpaths: 1.2 m wide charcoal grey, interlocking paverLOCAL STREET SECTIONInterlocking paverpath verge road verge path32 city of playford august 2008

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.2.4 Laneways / Shared Use ZonesTypically 6.5 metre carriageway, 5.5 m roadStreet trees: Fastigiate tree speciesPyrus ‘Capital’ (Ornamental Pear)Ginkgo biloba ‘Princeton Sentry’ (Ginkgo)Prunus cerasifera ‘Oakville Crimson Spire’ (UprightPlum)Hymenosporum fl avum (Native Frangipani)Footpaths: Charcoal interlocking paverLANE SECTIONPyrus captialGinko bilobaPrunus cerasiferaHymenosporum fl avumInterlocking pavercity of playford august 200833

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.3 STREET TREE RENEWALExisting street trees in the Peachey Belt consist of avariety of exotic and native species in varying degrees ofhealth. Prior to undertaking any streetscape constructionworks, a street tree audit will be undertaken to assessthe condition of existing vegetation. Wherever possible,appropriate tree species in good condition will beretained. New trees planted to replace those thathave died should be of the same species to provideconsistency along a whole street.4.3.1 Design ConsiderationsAvenue creation: single species per street is to beplanted at regular spacings (one per average sizeallotment) to create an avenue effect.Adjacent reserves: opportunity exists to plant largertrees and to enhance the character of the reserve.Retail precincts: provide attractive identity and provide avisual cue to change in land use.Passive solar design: medium density urban areasmay benefi t from planting deciduous trees to provideshade in summer and allow sunlight to enter duringwinter, particularly where narrow roads and north facingbuilding facades exist.Landmark trees: significant trees that occur throughoutexisting suburbia should be protected and retained. ThePeachey Belt has numerous examples of Eucalyptuscamaldulensis (Red Gum) and Ficus hillii (Hill’s Fig) thatcontribute to the local environment.Feature trees: provide visual cues for new entries,gateway intersections, and commercial precincts. Theseare mostly advanced specimens used for immediateeffect.4.3.2 Tree SelectionThe City of Playford has a preference for droughttolerant native street trees where possible. If exotic treesare to be used, they must originate from similar climatesto Adelaide’s northern plains. Refer Appendix A for theCity of Playford’s preferred tree list.34 city of playford august 2008

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.4 VERGESSTREET PLANThe appearance of street verges can provide visitorsor potential home buyers with their fi rst impression of asuburb. Existing verges are a mixture of un-maintainedcreeping grasses, weeds and bare earth.The renewal of street verges should aim to upgrade theirappearance by removing existing vegetation, regradingand installing an ornamental compacted gravel surface.Some hardy, low shrubs or groundcovers could beplanted in groups around street trees.Acacia glaucoptera nana ‘Clay Wattle’Acacia lasiocarpa ‘Glow Wattle’Correa pulchella ‘Litttle Cate’Westringia fruticosa (prostrate form)Myoporum parvifolium (broad leaf form)Ceanothus ‘Blue Carpet’ (prostrate Californian Lilac)Rosmarinus offi cinalis ‘Prostratus’ (Prostrate Rosemary)DETAIL PLANexisting mature treerecycled plastic edgegravelmulchcity of playford august 200835

4.0 STREETSCAPES4.5 PEDESTRIAN PATHS, PRAM RAMPSAND DRIVWAYSExisting pedestrian paths are generally 1.2 or 1.5 metreswide, broom fi nished concrete, and in average to poorcondition. It is assumed that the original paths wereunderspecifi ed when installed, and have succumbed toreactive soil conditions and time. Pram ramps generallydo not conform to current council standards and are inneed of renewal.In arterial and collector roads where paths and pramramps are in unsatisfactory condition, they will be fullyremoved and replaced with exposed aggregate concretepavement (refer Section 4.0 Landscape Elements –Pavement)In local streets where paths and pram ramps are inunsatisfactory condition, they will be fully removed andreplaced with interlocking unit pavers (refer Section 4.0Landscape Elements – Pavement)4.6 PLANT SELECTIONPlant species for use in verges should be visuallyattractive, resilient, long lived and drought hardy.Landscape design of public open space should promotethe integration of good design in the context of the localenvirons, and should be guided by the following keyprinciples:— utilise drought hardy plants— select plants that do not become environmentalweeds— utilise mulch, and drip irrigate plants in groupings ofsimilar water requirements— provide habitat for fauna and avifauna— avoid the use of pesticides or harmful chemicals— minimise the use of non-renewable energy inconstruction and maintenance— utilise locally sourced productsA typical low planting species list could include plantssuch as the following:— Acacia glaucoptera nana ‘Clay Wattle’— Acacia lasiocarpa ‘Glow Wattle’— Correa pulchella— Westringia fruticosa (prostrate form)— Myoporum parvifolium— Ceanothus ‘Blue Carpet’ (prostrate Californian Lilac)— Rosmarinus offi cinalis ‘Prostratus’ (ProstrateRosemary)3.6 LOCAL AREA TRAFFIC MANAGEMENTIn renewal areas, some key streets may have a historyof vehicular misuse. Local area traffi c management(LATM) techniques should be investigated to identifyif measures such as road narrowing, roundaboutsor chicanes could help to ameliorate resident drivingbehaviour. LATM devices can be visually attractive andimprove the existing streetscape whilst providing a saferenvironment for young families as well as the elderly.Interlocking paverExposed aggregate36 city of playford august 2008

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5.0 BICYCLE PLAN38 city of playford august 2008

5.1 INTRODUCTIONThe structure plan for the Peachey Belt Precinct offersthe opportunity to plan active landscapes that encouragenon motorised use of the proposed roads, paths,open spaces, drainage corridors and infrastructureeasements.There is a variety of trip generators within the precinctthat include the local activity centres, schools, sportsgrounds, and recreation spaces such as StebonheathRegional Park.Within the precinct there exists thoroughfares andcollector roads that form natural catchments for openspace, recreation and community facilities. Thesecatchment boundaries can double as avenues of directmovement for cyclists and pedestrians seeking theshortest route between two points.With appropriate landscape treatments that incorporatebicycle infrastructure it will be possible to support peopleof all skills, and levels of confi dence, to start or continueriding bicycles for recreation, exercise or as a genuinetransport option.5.2 HIERARCHY OF TREATMENTSThe provision of bicycle treatments is an importantaspect of liveable local areas that enhance communitywellbeing through enhanced access to physical activity.The approach to providing bicycle infrastructurewithin the Peachey will generate greater visibility andawareness of cycling and encourage greater use of ourinfrastructure by non motorised residents.Bicycle lanes are often the highest priority, as thistreatment highlights the presence of bicycles on theroad, and assists in giving recognition to the right ofcyclists on the road.A hierarchy of road treatments catering for various skilland confi dence levels can be implemented within thePrecinct by taking into account likely or existing tripgenerators, and applying a hierarchy of options linked tothe Peachey Belt’s road hierarchy.The type of path, path width, the use of separation linesand general construction requirements can be reviewedin conjunction with Australian Standards for bicycleinfrastructure provision.Arterial RoadsExclusive Bike Lanes or Bike and Car Parking Lanes arethe preferred on road treatment for arterial roads in theproject area as they maintain an on road presence forconfi dent cyclists and awareness of cyclists to all otherroad users.Bike and Car Parking Lanes are a more effi cient use ofroad space, shorten lane crossing for pedestrians andcontributes to safety through the channelling of traffi cfl ows. This treatment also reduces the potential impactof illegal parking, clear way times or the complications ofshared use of parking areas or road shoulders.The Peachey also has a number of broad roadreserves and buffer spaces that could be landscaped toencourage and support cycling as a means of localisedtransport and recreation.city of playford august 200839

5.0 BICYCLE PLANWhere suitable road reserves exist it is recommendedthat an off road dual use path or dedicated cycle path beprovided. This can encourage people to start cycling,cater for the less confi dent and reduce any confl ictbetween cyclists of different skill levels.For Peachey Road Median Refuges will be requiredwhere lower levels of the hierarchy intersect Arterialtreatments, or at points adjacent trip generators.CollectorAs with Arterial Roads, Collector Roads within theproject area will need to be treated with ExclusiveBike Lanes or Bike and Car Parking Lanes, and wheresuffi cient road reserve exist, and the road directlypasses an identifi ed or likely trip generator, off roadprovision should be considered.Minor CollectorMinor Collectors will be sign posted with Bicycle RouteTreatment - This consists of highlighting a network ofMinor and Local roads that connect to higher levels ofthe hierarchy or directly to trip generators.Depending on the context of the location the treatmentmay vary but Compacted Rubble or Bitumen SealedPaths can provide a consistent surface for cyclistschoosing not to travel via on road treatments.Unsealed paths are satisfactory away from roads androad reserves providing the surface is maintained tobe smooth, fi rm and well drained. Construction shouldinclude a suitable compacted and stabilised base of atleast 125 – 150 mm thickness.Bicycle ParkingWithin the Peachey Belt there is little identifi ed needfor the public provision of long term parking facilitiessuch as lockers or enclosures. The approach will be toimplement short term treatments where casual parkingfor one to two hours is likely to occur. For short termparking bicycle rails are preferred for their simplicity androbustness.It is recommended that short term parking facilities beprovided at all identifi ed trip generators.Road widths that can cater for a Wide Kerbside Laneshould be prioritised to enhance rider safety andconfi dence. Wide Kerbside Lanes are unmarkedroad shoulders that can cater for cyclists but are oftenoccupied for car parking and therefore should bemonitored for potential restrictions during peak periodsof use.Local RoadLocal Roads will be treated solely with Bicycle RouteSignage highlighting a network of local roads thatconnect to higher levels of the hierarchy or directly to tripgenerators and includes signs and arrows at junctions.Spatial Plan of Cycle related incidents on Playford’sRoads as identifi ed in the City’s 2000 Bicycle StrategyOff RoadDual Use Paths or Shared Paths are desirableas a component of road reserves, buffer spaces,infrastructure easements and/or linear parks.40 city of playford august 2008

5.0 BICYCLE PLANSpatial Plan of likely non motorised journey routes in thePeachey BeltArterialCollectorMinor CollectorLocalOff RoadTrip Generatorcity of playford august 200841

6.0 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS42 city of playford august 2008

6.0 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS6.1 BACKGROUNDHard landscape elements within the public realm are animportant feature that helps shape the character andimage of an area. Hard landscape elements includefootpaths, outdoor furniture, lightpoles and signage.A haphazard approach to the use of these elementscreates visual disarray and can contribute to a negativeimage of an area.The consistent use and arrangement of quality hardlandscape elements will help to increase the visualamenity of new and existing sites, and will positivelyaffect the experience of residents and visitors alike.The sense of pride that can be engendered within acommunity from a well considered public domain canhave other fl ow on effects, such as economic and socialbenefits.city of playford august 200843

6.0 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS6.2 PAVINGPaving for street footpaths, road verges, roadthresholds, driveway crossovers, lanes, and reservepaths form an important and expensive part of the publicrealm. The paving materials that have been selectedfor the Peachey Belt will help integrate the existingprecinct with the new developments under construction,and must blend in with existing infrastructure, in placeswhere a staged renewal is proposed.95%MMDD. Compacted sub-grade 98% SMDD.PAVEMENT TYPE 4: Compacted GravelLocation: Road verges, low profi le reservesColour: red/brownTechnical Specifi cation: Barrosa Quarries ‘Stonefi eldCreek fi nes’, 50mm thick lightly compacted, Compactedsub-grade 98% SMDD.Note: Root Control Barriers (RCB) along paths aremandatory where trees are planted within closeproximity, i.e. within 2 metres of a path. In thesecases,the RCB should extend a metre in each directionfrom the centreline of the tree, and extend 600 below thefinished level of the path.PAVEMENT TYPE 1: Exposed Aggregate InsituConcreteLocation: Major and Collector Roads (Peachey Road,Curtis Road, Davoren Road, Petherton Road, WommaRoad), Reserves.Colour: Hanson ‘exposemasta’ Autumn blazeTechnical Specifi cation: 100mm thick, 32 MPa, 150mmthick compacted quarry rubble sub-base, PM2/2095%MMDD. Compacted sub-grade 98% SMDD.PAVEMENT TYPE 2: Interlocking Masonry Paver– Vehicular Traffi cProduct: Tudorlock 225mm x 112.5mm x 80mmLocation: Driveway crossovers, laneways.Colour: Charcoal GreyTechnical Specifi cation: 80mm thick paver, 150mm thickcompacted quarry rubble sub-base, PM2/20 95%MMDD.Compacted sub-grade 98% SMDD.PAVEMENT TYPE 3: ‘H’ type Interlocking MasonryPaver – Pedestrian Traffi cProduct: Tudor 210mm x 165mm x 60mmLocation: Local StreetsColour: Charcoal, greyTechnical Specifi cation: 50mm (nominal) thick paver,30mm thick compacted quarry sand sub-base, PM2/20Interlocking paver Exposed aggregate Stonefi eld creek fi nes44 city of playford august 2008

6.0 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS6.3 FURNITUREOutdoor furniture adds human scale elements to thepublic realm. The type and design of furniture used islinked to the type of reserve or thoroughfare that thefurniture is placed in. In all cases, outdoor furnitureneeds to be particularly robust, comfortable to use,securely installed and visually pleasing.SEATSGeneral: Street & Park Furniture ‘Playford’ seatconstructed of hot dip galvanised mild steel and recycledplastic battens. Seat installation is to be sub-surfacetype fi xing to concrete pads.Civic: Street & Park Furniture ‘Shedley’ seat constructedof stainless steel and recycled hardwood battens. Seatinstallation is to be sub-surface type fi xing to concretepads.SHELTERS‘Playford’ steel shelterBOLLARDSRecycled black plastic bollards.POST & RAILRecycled black plastic posts with galv rail.BIKE RACKSStreet & Park Furniture ‘Rugby’ inverted ‘U’ with bikelogo in stainless steel.DRINK FOUNTAINSSIGNAGECorporate signageBENCHESGeneral: Street & Park Furniture ‘Playford’ benchconstructed of hot dip galvanised mild steel and recycledplastic battens. Bench installation is to be sub-surfacetype fi xing to concrete pads.PICNIC SETTINGSGeneral: Street & Park Furniture ‘Playford’ picnic settingconstructed of hot dip galvanised mild steel and recycledplastic battens. Setting installation is to be sub-surfacetype fi xing to concrete pads.BIN ENCLOSURESGossi Park ‘Bayside’ Bin Enclosure.Waste and Recycle styles, fi re and graffi ti proofColour:Size: 120 litreInstallation instructions are supplied with all binenclosures as correct installation of the cabinet isimportant to the fi re proof function of the unit.Recycle bins are available with either stainless steel lidsor aluminium chutes and limited access top panelsAvailable in 80L, 120L and 240L sizes.Solar light Bike rack Bench seatcity of playford august 200845

6.0 LANDSCAPE ELEMENTS6.4 PLAYSPACESPlayspaces are areas that include some form of playequipment and softfall, should cater for distinct children’sage groups, and must be designed to the latestAustralian Standards.6.5 RETAINING WALLSGabionsMasonry6.6 LIGHTINGSolarPost Top6.7 FENCES AND GATES ALONG RESERVEBOUNDARIESOpen picket fence - steelColour & fi nish: Powdercoated black, satin fi nish‘Colorbond’ fence - steelColour & fi nish: Charcoal‘Cyclone’ fence – steelColour & fi nish: Black PVC coatedPost and railGabion wall6.8 BOLLARDSRecycled black plastic posts 100 x 100 in concretefooting6.9 POST AND RAILRecycled black plastic post with galve pipe 60mmdiameter.Natural playspaceSecurity fence46 city of playford august 2008

APPENDIX A: Street Tree List47city of playford august 2008city of playford august 200847

APPENDIX A: Street Tree ListNATIVE TREESBotanical NameCommon NameIf ASR or VPSwater is available**Major RoadArterial RoadCollector RoadLocal Road#Under PowerlinesLanewaysWSUDPassive SolarDesignFeature &LandmarkAcacia melanoxylonAngophora costataAngophora fl oribundaAgonis fl exuosaAtalaya hemiglaucaBanksia ericifoliaBanksia marginataBrachychiton acerifoliaBrachychiton bidwillii ‘Beau Bells’Brachychiton discolorBrachychiton x hybridusBrachychiton rupestrisCallistemon ‘Harkness’Callistemon salignusCallistemon viminalisCorymbia citriodoraCorymbia calophyllaCorymbia eximia*Corymbia fi cifoliaCorymbia maculataCorymbia fi cifolia x ptychocarpaCupaniopsis anacardiodesBlackwoodSmooth Barked AppleRough Barked AppleWillow MyrtleWhitewoodBurgundy BanksiaSilver BanksiaIllawarra Flame TreeLittle KurrajongQueensland LacebarkHybrid BrachychitonQueensland Bottle TreeHarkness Bottle BrushWillow Bottle BrushWeeping Bottle BrushLemon Scented GumMarriYellow BloodwoodWA Flowering GumSpotted GumSummer RedTuckeroocity 48of playford august 2008city of playford august 200848

APPENDIX A: Street Tree ListNATIVE TREESBotanical NameCommon NameIf ASR or VPSwater is available**Major RoadArterial RoadCollector RoadLocal Road#Under PowerlinesLanewaysWSUDPassive SolarDesignFeature &LandmarkElaeocarpus reticulatusBlueberry AshEucalyptus albopurpureaPort Lincoln MalleeEucalyptus camaldulensisRiver Red GumEucalyptus cladocalyxSugar GumEucalyptus cladocalyx nanaDwarf Sugar GumEucalyptus eremophilaTall Sand MalleeEucalyptus erythronemaRed Flowered White MalleeEucalyptus forrestianaFuschia MalleeEucalyptus goniocalyxLong Leaved boxEucalyptus gracilisYorrellEucalyptus lansdowneanaCrimson or Gawler Ranges MalleeEucalyptus largifl orensBlack BoxEucalyptus leucoxylon sspleucoxylonSA Blue GumEucalyptus leucoxylon sspmegalocarpaDwarf SA Blue GumEucalyptus leptophyllaNarrow Leaved Red MalleeEucalyptus macrandraYellow-fl owered malleeEucalyptus salubrisGimletEucalyptus sargentiiSalt River MallettEucalyptus scopariaWallangara White GumEucalyptus torquataCoral Gum#Eucalyptus ‘Torwood’Hybrid Coral Gum49city of playford august 2008city of playford august 200849

APPENDIX A: Street Tree ListNATIVE TREESBotanical NameCommon NameIf ASR or VPSwater is available**Major RoadArterial RoadCollector RoadLocal Road#Under PowerlinesLanewaysWSUDPassive SolarDesignFeature &LandmarkEucalyptus victrixFicus hilliiFlindersia australisGeijera parvifl oraHarpullia pendulaHibiscus tiliaceus ‘Rubra’Hymenosporum fl avumLophostemon confertusMelaleuca lanceolataMelaleuca linariifoliaMelaleuca quinquinerviaMelaleuca styphelioidesPittosporum phillyraeoidesPittosporum rhombifoliumStenocarpus sinuatusWaterhousia fl oribundaWestern CoolibahHill’s FigAustralian TeakWilgaTulipwoodHibiscus RubraNative FrangipaniQueensland BoxMoonahNarrow Leaved PaperbarkBroad Leaved PaperbarkPrickly PaperbarkNative ApricotDiamond PittosporumFirewheel TreeWeeping Lilypillycity 50of playford august 2008city of playford august 200850

APPENDIX A: Street Tree ListEXOTIC TREESBotanical NameCommon Name**If ASR or VPSwater is availableMajor RoadArterial RoadCollector RoadLocal Road#Under PowerlinesLanewaysWSUDPassive SolarDesignFeature &LandmarkAcer x freemanii ‘Jeffersred’Autumn Blaze MapleAcer monspessulanumMontpelier MapleBauhinia variegataOrchid TreeCalodendron capenseCape ChestnutCeltis australisAsian HackberryCeltis occidentalisNorth American HackberryCeltis laevigataSugarberryCercis siliquastrumJudas TreeErythrina indicaCoral TreeFraxinus pennsylvanica sppCimmaron & Urbanite Ash*Fraxinus ‘Raywoodii’Claret AshFraxinus velutinaVelvet or Arizona AshGarrya ellipticaSilk Tassel TreeGinkgo biloba (male form)Maidenhair TreeGingko biloba ‘Princeton Sentry’Columnar Maidenhair TreeJacaranda mimosifoliaJacarandaJacaranda mimosifolia ‘White Xmas’White JacarandaKoelreuteria bipinataChinese Flame TreeKoelreuteria paniculataGolden Rain TreeLagerstroemia indica x faurieiCrepe Myrtle hybridsPistachio chinensisChinese PistachioPyrus calleryanaCallery Pear hybrids51city of playford august 2008city of playford august 200851

APPENDIX A: Street Tree ListEXOTIC TREESBotanical NameCommon Name**If ASR or VPSwater is availableMajor RoadArterial RoadCollector RoadLocal Road#Under PowerlinesLanewaysWSUDPassive SolarDesignFeature &LandmarkPyrus ussuriensisQuercus canariensisQuercus cerrisQuercus robur ‘Fastigiata’Sophora japonicaZelkova serrataManchurian PearAlgerian OakTurkey OakEnglish OakJapanese Pagoda TreeJapanese Zelkova# Seek ETSA Utilities approval* Grafted on F. ornus root stock** Reclaimed non-potable water from Aquifer Storage & Recovery or Virginia Pipeline Schemescity 52of playford august 2008city of playford august 200852