BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL

                                                                                                                              13.10 - Attachment 1

BSC File No: 240572D x 10.2011.191.2/#A2012/10518

Contact: Joe Davidson

 

 

30 November 2012

 

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION

OF AN APPLICATION TO MODIFY A DEVELOPMENT CONSENT

Under Section 96 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

 

Section 96 Application No - 10.2011.191.2

Mr T Freedman

CARE Balanced Systems

PO Box 36

BANGALOW  NSW  2479

 

 

Proposed modification:                     S96 to delete condition No 14 relating to bushfire/fencing requirements (Use of part of the tourist premises for up to 14 functions annually - Limited to a maximum of 70 guests per function)

 

Land to be developed:                       LOT: 6 SP: 81554, 6/137 Beach Road BROKEN HEAD

 

Development Consent No.:               10.2011.191.1

 

DETERMINATION:

 

Made on:                                             29 November 2012

 

Determination:                                    Approved subject to the following conditions

Amended conditions

 

A.    CONDITION No. 14 IS TO BE DELETED FROM THE DEVELOPMENT CONSENT AND REPLACED WITH THE FOLLOWING:

14.    Bush Fire Protection Requirements

(a)     Prior to the occupation of the building and at all times car parking shall not restrict access to fire trails.

(b)     Prior to the occupation of the building an emergency and evacuation plan is to be prepared for the facility that complies with Section 4.2.7 of ‘Planning for Bush Fire Protection 2006’ and with the NSW Rural Fire Service’s “A Guide to Developing a Bushfire Evacuation Plan” to the satisfaction of the consent authority.

(c)     A self supporting colorbond fence be provided for a distance of approximately 2m or to the property boundary, whichever is the lesser inside the existing brushwood fence to the east of the existing masonry external walls located on the site boundary of Pavilion C and D and be installed at least the height of the existing bushfire wood fence

 

Enclosed for your information is the amended plan (where applicable) and consent.

 


 

Please note that modification of this consent under Section 96 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act may require amendment to any Construction Certificate for this development (if a Construction Certificate has been previously issued). It is recommended that you check with your Principal Certifying Authority.

 

Yours sincerely

 

 

 

 

Joe Davidson

Team Leader - Planning

 

Encl. Modified Consent No. 10.2011.191.1

 

 

 


BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL

                                                                                                                              13.10 - Attachment 1

AMENDED CONSENT 29 November 2012

BSC File No: 240572D x 10.2011.191.1 /#1204957

Contact: Paul Mills

 

 

NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF A DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION

 

issued under the

 

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979 Section 81(1)(a)

 

Development Application No. 10.2011.191.1

8 March, 2012

 

Mr T Freedman

CARE Balanced Systems

PO Box 36

BANGALOW  NSW  2479

 

Land to be developed:                       LOT: 6 SP: 81554

6/137 Beach Road BROKEN HEAD 

 

Proposed development:                    Use of part of the tourist premises for up to 14 functions annually - Limited to a maximum of 70 guests per function

DETERMINATION

 

Made on:                                             1 March 2012

 

Consent to operate from:                  26 April 2012

 

Consent to lapse on:                         7 March 2017

 

Determination:                                    Approved

                                                              granted subject to conditions describdescribed in this consent:

 

OTHER APPROVALS:                       Not applicable Text Box: IMPORTANT INFORMATION with regard to your deferred commencement consent
1.	Your application has been granted deferred commencement approval. Further information outlined below is required to be submitted prior to the consent becoming operational. 
2.	This information is required to be submitted to Council within 12 months from the date of this deferred approval. When the information has been assessed by Council and Council is satisfied that you have addressed the deferred commencement consent conditions you will be advised in writing that the consent is operational.
3.	Once your development consent is granted you are required to lodge a Construction Certificate for any building works. Please refer to your Notice of Consent for further information and advice as to the conditions of consent you must now comply with to fulfil your development consent obligations.


 

Parameters of this Consent

1)      Development is to be in accordance with approved plans

The development is to be in accordance with plans listed below:

Plan No.

Description

Prepared by

Dated:

BCA

Fire safety and other considerations report.

Mark Norris and Associates

9 May 2011

111093_Rep_Rev4

Noise Impact Assessment

Benbow

22 September 2011

The development is also to be in accordance with any changes shown in red ink on the approved plans or conditions of consent.

The approved plans and related documents endorsed with the Council stamp and authorised signature must be kept on site at all times while work is being undertaken.

The development is limited to the use of part of the tourist premises, being only Lot 6 SP81554 only for up to 14 functions annually with a maximum of 70 guests per function

2)      Compliance with Building Code of Australia and insurance requirements under the Home Building Act 1989

(1)        For the purposes of section 80A(11) of the Act, the following conditions are prescribed in relation to a development consent for development that involves any building work:

(a)        that the work must be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Building Code of Australia;

(b)        in the case of residential building work for which the Home Building Act 1989 requires there to be a contract of insurance in force in accordance with Part 6 of that Act, that such a contract of insurance is in force before any building work authorised to be carried out by the consent commences.

(2)        This clause does not apply:

a.   To the extent to which an exemption is in force under clause 187 or 188, subject to the terms of any condition or requirement referred to in clause 187(6) or 188 (4); or

b.   To the erection of a temporary building.

(3)        In this clause, a reference to the Building Code of Australia is a reference to that Code as in force on the date the application for the relevant construction certificate is made.

3)      Erection of signs

(1)        For the purposes of section 80A(11) of the Act, the requirements of subclauses (2) and (3) are prescribed as conditions of a development consent for development that involves any building work, subdivision work or demolition work.

(2)        A sign must be erected in a prominent position on any site on which building work, subdivision work or demolition work is being carried out:

(a)  showing the name, address and telephone number of the principal certifying authority for the work, and

(b)  showing the name of the principal contractor (if any) for any building work and a telephone number on which that person may be contacted outside working hours, and

(c)  stating that unauthorised entry to the work site is prohibited.

 

(3)        Any such sign is to be maintained while the building work, subdivision work or demolition work is being carried out, but must be removed when the work has been completed.

(4)        This clause does not apply in relation to building work, subdivision work or demolition work that is carried out inside an existing building that does not affect the external walls of the building.

(5)        This clause does not apply in relation to Crown building work that is certified, in accordance with section 116G of the Act, to comply with the technical provisions of the State’s building laws.

(6)        This clause applies to a development consent granted before 1 July 2004 only if the building work, subdivision work or demolition work involved had not been commenced by that date.

Note: Principal certifying authorities and principal contractors must also ensure that signs required by this clause are erected and maintained (see clause 227A which currently imposes a maximum penalty of $1,100).

4)      Notification of Home Building Act 1989 requirements

(1)          For the purposes of section 80A (11) of the Act, the requirements of this clause are prescribed as conditions of a development consent for development that involves any residential building work within the meaning of the Home Building Act 1989 .

(2)          Residential building work within the meaning of the Home Building Act 1989 must not be carried out unless the principal certifying authority for the development to which the work relates (not being the council) has given the council written notice of the following information:

(a)  in the case of work for which a principal contractor is required to be appointed:

(i)    the name and licence number of the principal contractor, and

(ii)   the name of the insurer by which the work is insured under Part 6 of that Act,

(b) in the case of work to be done by an owner-builder:

(i)    the name of the owner-builder, and

(ii)   if the owner-builder is required to hold an owner-builder permit under that Act, the number of the owner-builder permit.

(3)          If arrangements for doing the residential building work are changed while the work is in progress so that the information notified under subclause (2) becomes out of date, further work must not be carried out unless the principal certifying authority for the development to which the work relates (not being the council) has given the council written notice of the updated information.

(4)          This clause does not apply in relation to Crown building work that is certified, in accordance with section 116G of the Act, to comply with the technical provisions of the State’s building laws.

 

The following conditions are to be complied with prior to issue of a Construction Certificate

5)      Access and facilities for disabled

The application for a Construction Certificate is to include plans and specifications that indicate access and facilities for persons with access disabilities to and within the development in accordance with AS 1428.1 – Design for Access and Mobility and Part D3 of the Building Code of Australia.

Such plans and specifications must be approved as part of the Construction Certificate.

 

6)      Developer Contributions to be paid

Contributions set out in the attached Schedule are to be paid to Council. Contributions are levied in accordance with the Byron Shire Council Section 94 Development Contribution Plan 2005 dated June 2005 and Byron Shire Council Section 94 Development Contribution Plan 2005 Amendment No. 1 dated 20 July 2005 for Community Facilities, Open Space, Roads, Car Parking, Cycleways, Civic & Urban Improvements, Shire Support Facilities and Administration. The Plan my be viewed during office hours at the Council Offices located at Station Street, Mullumbimby

The contributions payable will be adjusted in accordance with relevant plan and the amount payable will be calculated on the basis of the contribution rates that are applicable at the time of payment.

PAYMENTS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED BY CASH OR BANK CHEQUE.

7)      Certificate of Compliance – Water Management Act 2000

A Certificate of Compliance under Section 307 of the Water Management Act 2000 is to be obtained from Byron Shire Council prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate and/or use of the development for payment of developer charges for water supply and sewerage.

Application forms to be submitted for a Certificate of Compliance are available from Council’s administration building or online at http://www.byron.nsw.gov.au/publications/section-305-water-management-act-certificate-application

8)      Consent required for works within the road reserve

Consent from Council must be obtained for works within the road reserve pursuant to Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993. Three (3) copies of engineering construction plans must accompany the application for consent for works within the road reserve.

Such plans are to be in accordance with Council’s current Design & Construction Manuals and are to provide for the following works:

Parking bays and bus drop off zone – in accordance with concept plan approved by deferred commencement conditions.

All such works shall be completed at the applicant’s expense.

 

The following conditions are to be complied with during construction

9)      Erosion and Sediment measures

Erosion and sedimentation controls are to be in place in accordance with the Guidelines for Erosion & Sediment Control on Building Sites. A copy may be downloaded from Council’s web site at . Particular attention is to be given to the provision of the following sediment and erosion control measures:

(a)    Temporary driveway from the edge of road to the building site;

(b)    Temporary downpipes immediately installed after the roof has been erected;

(c)    Silt fence or sediment barrier.

Sediment and erosion control measures must be maintained at all times until the site has been stabilised by permanent vegetation cover or hard surface.

Note: Council may impose on-the-spot fines for non-compliance with this condition. 

Any such measures that are deemed to be necessary because of the local conditions must be maintained at all times until the site is made stable (i.e. by permanent vegetation cover or hard surface).

 

10)    Construction times

Construction works must not unreasonably interfere with the amenity of the neighbourhood. In particular construction noise, when audible from adjoining residential premises, can only occur:

(a)  Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 6 pm.

(b)  Saturday, from 8 am to 1 pm.

No construction work to take place on Saturdays and Sundays adjacent to Public Holidays and Public Holidays and the Construction Industry Awarded Rostered Days Off (RDO) adjacent to Public Holidays.

Note: Council may impose on-the-spot fines for non-compliance with this condition. 

11)    Construction Noise

Construction noise is to be limited as follows:

(a)    For construction periods of four (4) weeks and under, the L10 noise level measured over a period of not less than fifteen (15) minutes when the construction site is in operation must not exceed the background level by more than 20 dB(A).

(b)    For construction periods greater than four (4) weeks and not exceeding twenty‑six (26) weeks, the L10 noise level measured over a period of not less than fifteen (15) minutes when the construction site is in operation must not exceed the background level by more than 10 dB(A)

Note: Council may impose on-the-spot fines for non-compliance with this condition. 

12)    Builders rubbish to be contained on site

All builders rubbish is to be contained on the site in a ‘Builders Skips’ or an enclosure. Footpaths, road reserves and public reserves are to be maintained clear of rubbish, building materials and all other items.

 

The following conditions are to be complied with prior to occupation of the building

13)    Replacement of Brushwood Fencing

The Brushwood Fencing within the development is to be replaced with bushfire resistant materials in accordance with the Planning for Bushfire Protection 2006 guidelines and AS 3959 - 2009 “Construction of Buildings in Bushfire-prone Areas”.

14)    Bush Fire Protection requirements

a)      Prior to the occupation of the building and at all times car parking shall not restrict access to fire trails.

b)      Prior to the occupation of the building an emergency and evacuation plan is to be prepared for the facility that complies with Section 4.2.7 of ‘Planning for Bush Fire Protection 2006’ and with the NSW Rural Fire Service’s “A Guide to Developing a Bushfire Evacuation Plan” to the satisfaction of the consent authority.

c)      A self supporting colorbond fence be provided for a distance of approximately 2m or to the property boundary, whichever is the lesser inside the existing brushwood fence to the east of the existing masonry external walls located on the site boundary of Pavilion C and D and be installed at least the height of the existing bushfire wood fence

15)    Works to be completed prior to issue of a Final Occupation Certificate

All of the works indicated on the plans and approved by this consent, including any other consents that are necessary for the completion of this development, is to be completed and approved by the relevant consent authority/s prior to the issue of a Final Occupation Certificate. This includes completion of works within the Road Reserve approved under Section 138 of the Roads Act.

Any Security bond paid for this application will be held until Council is satisfied that no further works are to be carried out that may result in damage to Councils road/footpath reserve.

16)    Access and facilities for persons with disabilities are to be provided 

Access and facilities for persons with disabilities are to be provided in accordance with Part D3 of Building Code of Australia and AS 1428 - Design for Access and Mobility. 

 

The following conditions are to be complied with at all times

17)    Bus Service

The applicant shall ensure that a bus service is provided for each function of capacity and/or frequency to ensure patrons are transported from outside accommodation to this function centre.

18)    No interference with amenity of neighbourhood, as follows 

The proposed use must not be conducted in such a manner as would interfere with the amenity of the neighbourhood.

The applicant shall ensure that no "offensive noise" as defined under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 is permitted or caused which is likely to harm the peace and quiet of residents on neighbouring properties. 

19)    Maximum number of events per year

Use of the subject allotment is limited to 14 functions per year.

20)    Maximum number of guest per function

There is to be a maximum of 70 guests per function.

21)    No live amplified music

No live amplified music, no third party-provided speakers, DJs, are permitted at any time during any function.

22)    Care required leaving premises

All guests are to be advised to take care when leaving the premises and to be mindful of surrounding residential uses. Signs in prominent positions throughout the premises are to be provided advising guests to leave the premises in an orderly manner, taking care not to disturb surrounding residential uses.

23)    Loading within the premises

All loading and unloading is to take place within the curtilage of the premises, that being within Lot 6 SP81554. All driveways and turning areas must be kept clear of obstructions at all times.

24)    Loading - hours of operation

Loading and unloading at the premises is not to occur between the hours of 10pm and 8am on any day.

25)    Loading noise

Noise generated from loading and unloading must not exceed background noise levels by more than 5 d(B)A when measured at the boundary of the allotment.

26)    Food safety

The applicant shall ensure that food services comply with the NSW Food Act 2003, and only operate in conditions which satisfy the Food Regulation 2010 (incorporating Food Standards Codes).

27)    Restricted hours of operation

The hours of operation are to be limited to between 8am to 9pm for the 14 functions per year.

All functions must cease at 9.00pm.

28)    Temporary Structures

Any temporary structures proposed to be installed as part of any function are subject to separate approval under State Environmental Planning Policy (Temporary Structures) 2007

 

Notes

 

Construction Certificate required:

This development consent is issued under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and does not relate to structural aspects or specifications of the building under the Building Code of Australia. All buildings and alterations require the issue of a Construction Certificate prior to works commencing. Application forms are available from the customer services counter or Council’s website

 

Occupation Certificate required:

The building must not be occupied until the Principal Certifying Authority has issued an Occupation Certificate.

 

Signs require consent:

Council’s Byron Local Environmental Plan (LEP) requires development consent form most forms of advertising signs and structures.  The Council has adopted a policy relating to outdoor advertising that sets out standards for various forms of advertising.  Information is available from Council’s Local Approvals Branch.

 

Disability Discrimination Act:

All development other than domestic construction must meet the provisions of the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 under which civil action may be taken if access for people with disabilities is denied or provide in a discriminatory way.

 

Principal Certifying Authority:

Work must not commence until the applicant has:-

·    appointed a Principal Certifying Authority (if the Council is not the PCA); and

·    given the Council at least two days notice of the intention to commence the erection of the building. Notice must be given by using the prescribed ‘Form 7’.

·    notified the Principal Certifying Authority of the Compliance with Part 6 of the Home Building Act 1989.

 

Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997:

It is an offence under the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 to act in a manner causing, or likely to cause, harm to the environment. Anyone allowing material to enter a waterway or leaving material where it can be washed off-site may be subject to a penalty infringement notice (“on-the-spot fine”) or prosecution.

 

Penalties apply for failure to comply with development consents

Failure to comply with conditions of development consent may lead to an on the spot fine (generally $600) being issued pursuant to section 127A of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979 or prosecution pursuant to section 125 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act 1979.

 

Certificate of Compliance – Water Management Act 2000

A Certificate of Compliance will be issued on completion of construction of water management works to serve the development and/or on payment of developer charges for water and sewer as calculated in accordance with Byron Shire Council and Rous Water Development Servicing Plans.

 

Note: Copies of the application forms for Certificates of Compliance are available on Council’s website or from Council’s Administration Office. Copies of Byron Shire Council’s Development Servicing Plans are available at Council’s Administration Office.

 

The following charges are indicative only. Developer charges will be calculated in accordance with the Development Servicing Plan applicable at the date of payment. A check must be made with Council to ascertain the current rates.

 

 

 

 

INDICATIVE CHARGES PURSUANT TO THE WATER MANAGEMENT ACT, 2000

 

 

 

 

(Office Use Only)

 

 

 

 

Water

 

(S64W Other)

1.50

ET @

$1,283.78

=

$1,925.68

Bulk Water

 

(BW-SP)

 

1.50

ET @

$8,377.00

=

$12,565.50

Sewer

 

(S64S Other)

1.50

ET @

$9,732.66

=

$14,598.98

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total

 =

$29,090.16

 

 

Schedule of Development Contributions

The following contributions are current at the date of this consent. The contributions payable will be adjusted in accordance with the relevant plan and the amount payable will be calculated on the basis of the contribution rates that are applicable at the time of payment. The current contribution rates are available from Council offices during office hours. Payments will only be accepted by cash or bank cheque.

 

 

TOURIST, RETAIL, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT

SCHEDULE OF CONTRIBUTIONS PURSUANT TO SECTION 94 OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979

 

 

 

(Office Use Only)

 

 

 

 

 

Community and Cultural Facilities

 

 

 

 

=

 

           " - Shire Wide

 

 

 

 

=

 

Open Space

 

 

 

 

=

 

      " - Shire Wide

 

 

 

 

=

 

Roads

(R-SP)

6.00

trips @

$823.89

=

 $4,943.33

Car Parking

 

 

 

 

=

 

Cycleways

 

 

 

 

=

 

Civic & Urban Improvements

(IM-SP)

2.82

SDU @

$1,819.62

=

$5,131.34

Rural Fire Service

 

 

 

 

=

 

Surf Lifesaving

 

 

 

 

=

 

Administration

(OF-SW)

2.82

SDU @

$820.23

=

$2,313.05

 

 

 

 

Total

 =

$12,387.71

 

REASONS for imposition of conditions

·    To comply with the provisions of Byron Local Environmental Plan 1988. 

·    To ensure the development is completed in accordance with conditions of consent and approved plans. 

·    To ensure adequate access to and from the development. 

·    To ensure compliance with Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993.

 

Are you dissatisfied with conditions of consent

If you are unhappy with conditions of consent discuss your concerns with the officer who dealt with your application. You may submit an application to Council to modify the consent under Section 96 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979.

 

You will need to provide reasons why the conditions should be changed or deleted. You may lodge a Section 96 application at any time after the notice of determination. If you are not happy with Council’s decision on your request for modification, then you may appeal to the Land & Environment Council within six (6) months of the notification by Council.

 

Right of Review

You may request Council to review its decision under Section 82A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. Such a request must be made within six (6) months of the date of the determination, or if there is an appeal to the Land and Environment Court, up to the time when the court hands down its decision. In reviewing its decision Council is able to consider alterations to the above plans, provided that the Development Application remains substantially the same as the one for which the consent was originally sought, and the changes are publicly notified.

 

NOTE: This clause does not relate to Integrated Development Applications, applications determined by the Joint Regional Planning Panel or applications previously considered under Section 82A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

 

Right of Appeal

 

If you are dissatisfied with this decision, Section 97 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 gives you the right to appeal to the Land and Environment Court within six (6) months after the date on which you receive this notice.

 

Signed on behalf of the Consent Authority

 

Yours faithfully

 

 

 

Joe Davidson

Team Leader - Planning