In addition to the general assessment criteria in
clause 2.3, the council will consider the assessment criteria below for development control infringements.
1.Amenity values of neighbouring residential areas
a.The amenity values of neighbouring residential areas should be maintained, particularly with regard to noise, traffic and other potential nuisances.
2.Site layout
a.The siting of the buildings and other structures, including car parking areas and vehicle access points, should maintain a good relationship between those structures and other structures on the site and on adjoining sites.
3.Noise
a.The best practicable measures should been put into place to minimise the effects of noise emanating from activities on the site.
4.Design and external appearance
a.Buildings and other structures should be designed to avoid unrelieved mass and bulk and maintain the amenity values of neighbouring residential areas.