8.7 Built Form

8.7.1 Objectives

VARIED DEVELOPMENT PATTERN

• 8.7.1.1 To achieve a varied development pattern which supports and enhances the urban experience.

COMPLEMENTARY DESIGN

• 8.7.1.2 To achieve a complementary design relationship between new and existing development, while accommodating an evolution of urban design styles.

VISUAL INTEREST

• 8.7.1.3 To maximize the variety and visual appeal of building architecture.

ART AND LANDSCAPING

• 8.7.1.4 To integrate art and landscaping with the built form.

UNIQUE CHARACTER

• 8.7.1.5 To enhance the unique character of a district, neighbourhood, prominent building or grouping of buildings.

SIGNS

• 8.7.1.6 To ensure that signs respect and enhance the character of the area in which they are located.
• 8.7.1.7 To achieve external building designs that reflect high standards of character, appearance, design and sustainable design features. (Added by OPA #66–11/05/07-B/L209-2007)

8.7.2 Policies

NEW DEVELOPMENT

• 8.7.2.1 Council will ensure that the design of new development: (Deleted by OPA #66–11/05/07-B/L209-2007)

NEW DEVELOPMENT

• 8.7.2.1 Council will ensure that the design of new development: (Added by OPA #66–11/05/07-B/L209-2007)
  
  
  • (a) is complementary to adjacent development in terms of its overall massing, orientation and setback; (Deleted by OPA #66–11/05/07-B/L209-2007)
  • (a) is complementary to adjacent development in terms of its overall massing, orientation, setback and exterior design, particularly character, scale and appearance; (Added by OPA #66–11/05/07-B/L209-2007)
  • (b) provides links with pedestrian, cycle, public transportation and road networks; and