Annexure 2 - Minimum Design and Construction ... - DCSI - SA.Gov.au

General ConstructionPart B – Specification and Response RequirementsAnnexure 2- Minimum Design & Construction SpecificationEnsure that the houses and rear yards will not overlook existing houses to the rear or sideyards and that consideration for neighbouring properties is respected. This may requireadditional retaining walls or fencing that separates properties, and shall be included in theBuilder’s proposal.The Builder shall consult and cooperate with existing neighbours regarding timing of anydemolition to existing fences to be replaced, the type and colour of the replacement fencing,as well as any retaining walls required, to minimise disputes.The Builder shall negotiate with all existing neighbours and shall manage any fencing noticesfrom neighbours on behalf of SAHT2.2.6.2 Fence typeFully fence each house/unit at side and rear boundaries with minimum 1800mm high cappedColorbond fences.Provide screen fencing behind the front alignment of the house and at least one 900mm widehand gate including a padlock, front latch tail and latched at the wall to allow full accessaround the house. Ensure that the fencing, gates and front of the house secure the wholeallotment or area associated with the unit. All hand gates must have a top and bottommatching capping to minimise the risk of foot or hand injury.Provide front boundary fencing where indicated in ”Part B - Specification& ResponseRequirements ANNEXURE 1”of the type specified therein complete with entrance gates asrequired.2.2.6.3 Existing fencesReplace any existing fencing which does not meet these requirements or where required bythe conditions of the Development Approval.Check existing fences for boundary occupation when the fences are to be replaced.2.2.7 Paving2.2.7.1 Paving designProvide an engineering design for all site paving to suit the soil conditions. The proponent isto allow for whatever paving system may be required by the engineering design and/or otherrestrictions placed on the property; eg planning, encumbrances and the subdivision’sdevelopment requirements.All paving corners (inside right angle) shall be triangulated at 45 0 to allow for a wheel chairturning around a corner. Allow between 300 – 450mm in length along the right angles...2.2.7.2 Paving MaterialsReinforced concrete is the Trust’s preferred driveway and perimeter paving material. ShouldCouncil Planning approval or encumbrance rules require masonry paving units to anydevelopment, then this shall be included in the Proponents proposal, refer ”Part B -Specification& Response Requirements ANNEXURE 1”2.2.7.3 Housing SA Universal AccessProvide stepless entries to front, sliding, garage and rear doors to allow safe wheel chairaccess to and from the street, carpark or carport and rear yard and the house. Comply withthe details shown in Design Guide 2.3 Housing SA Universal Housing Design Criteria.Page 16 Updated 19/07/2013