BYRON SHIRE COUNCIL
13.8 - Attachment 2
10.2016.254.1
CONDITIONS OF CONSENT:
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: |
Drawing No’s GNC:01 to GNC:04 (inclusive) |
Site/Landscape Plan, Floor Plan/Basix Commitments, Elevations (North East, South West, South East, North West) and Section A/A |
TONI APPLETON CONSULTANCY |
27 April 2016 |
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.
2) Concurrent Approvals
The following approvals are provided under Section 78A of Environmental Planning and Assessment Act:
Integrated Approvals under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993
C5 Installing, constructing or altering a waste treatment device or a human waste storage facility or a drain connected to any such device or facility.
3) Development Contributions
Council resolved not to charge Section 94 contributions for secondary dwellings under SEPP (Affordable Rental Housing Policy) 2009 subject to the following requirements:
a) That the maximum size of the secondary dwelling or granny flat does not exceed 60sqm.
b) That the floor space ratio for the whole development of the site does not extend beyond the 0.5:1 and that 25% of the site must be covered by absorbent surfaces such as lawn or landscaping.
c) That the secondary dwelling or granny flat does not increase the overall number of bedrooms on the site to greater than 5.
d) That the applicant has applied for a secondary dwelling or granny flat and specifically advised that the development is not to be used for tourism purposes and accepts a condition of consent to the same effect.
Section 94 Contributions have not been charged on this application based on the above criteria. Should any of the above conditions change your development may be referred to Council's Compliance Department for further action.
4) 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; and
(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.
5) 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 109R 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).
6) 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 109R 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
7) Terms of approval for on-site sewage management required
Refer to Local Government Act 1993 Section 68 Application No. 70.2016.254.1 or Local Government Act 1993 Section 68 approvals issued subsequent to this consent.
8) Water and Sewerage - Section 68 approval required
An Approval under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 to carry out water supply work and sewerage work must be obtained.
9) Compliance with BASIX Certificate requirements
The development is to comply with Basix Certificate No. 722815S, dated 28 April 2016
The commitments indicated in the Certificate are to be indicated on the plans submitted for approval of the Construction Certificate.
Note that the plans submitted must clearly indicate all windows numbered or identified in a manner that is consistent with the identification on the Basix Certificate.
Minor changes to the energy efficiency measures may be undertaken without the issue of any amendment under Section 96 of the Act, provided that the changes do not affect the form, shape or size of the building.
Proposed colours must be consistent with the provisions of Section D2.2.3 of Council’s Development Control Plan 2014. Note that white colours are not permissible.
Such plans and specifications must be approved as part of the Construction Certificate.
10) Site Waste Minimisation and Management Plan
Chapter 1: Part F of Byron Shire Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP 2010) aims to facilitate sustainable waste management in a manner consistent with the principles of Ecologically Sustainable Development. Prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate, a Site Waste Minimisation and Management Plan (SWMMP) must be submitted outlining measures to minimise and manage waste generated during demolition, construction and the ongoing operation and use of the development. The SWMMP must specify the proposed method of recycling or disposal and the waste management service provider.
A template is provided on Council’s website to assist in providing this information www.byron.nsw.gov.au/files/publications/swmmp_-_pro-forma-.doc)
11) Stormwater On-Site Disposal Approval Required
The application for a Construction Certificate is to include plans and specifications that indicate disposal of stormwater via an on-site storm water infiltration trench consisting of a minimum of one cubic metre of coarse gravel (40-50mm) per 50m2 of roof and collected hardstand areas. The pit is to be designed to be contiguous with the site contours. Stormwater overflow must not be directed in a concentrated flow onto any adjoining property.
Alternative approved designs will be also considered.
Such plans and specifications must be approved as part of the Construction Certificate.
NOTE: The plans must be in compliance with Council's DCP 2010 Part N and Council's current “Northern Rivers Local Government Development Design & Construction Manuals and Standard Drawings”.
12) 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:
Driveway (residential areas)
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A driveway(s) in accordance with Council's current “Northern Rivers Local Government Development Design & Construction Manuals and Standard Drawings”. Driveway shall be located as close as practical to the north of the 40KPH sign to maximise the distance between the driveway and the Mafeking Road intersection. |
The following conditions are to be complied with prior to commencement of building works
13) Erosion and sediment measures
Where erosion of soils or runoff of any substance is likely to occur, erosion and sedimentation controls are to be in place in accordance with the Guidelines for Erosion & Sediment Control on Building Sites. This may include stockpiled materials such as sand, etc.
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).
The following conditions are to be complied with during construction
14) Inspection for on-site sewage management
All plumbing and drainage works is to be installed by a suitably qualified person. The plumber must adhere to the requirements of the NSW Code of Practice and AS/NZ 3500. The plumber is to arrange for the following inspections to be undertaken:
a) Internal drainage prior to covering of the works.
b) External drainage prior to the covering of works.
c) Irrigation installation prior to the covering of works.
d) Final
15) 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; and
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.
16) 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); and
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.
17) Signs to be erected on building and demolition sites
A sign must be erected in a prominent position on the work site:
a) Stating that unauthorised entry to the work site is prohibited; and
b) Showing the name of the person in charge of the work site and a telephone number at which that person may be contacted outside working hours.
Any such sign is to be removed when the work has been completed.
18) 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.
19) Maintenance of sediment and erosion control measures
Sediment and erosion control measures must be maintained at all times until the site has been stabilised by permanent vegetation cover or hard surface.
20) Prevention of water pollution
Only clean and unpolluted water is to be discharged to Council’s stormwater drainage system or any watercourse to ensure compliance with the Protection of Environment Operations Act 1997.
Note: Council may impose on-the-spot fines for non-compliance with this condition.
The following conditions are to be complied with prior to issue of a Final Occupation Certificate
21) On-site sewage management system must be completed
The on-site sewage management system is to be constructed in accordance with approved plans and in accordance with current specifications and standards. The system is not to be used and/or operated until a Council Officer has inspected the system and authorised its use.
22) Approval to Operate required
In accordance with the Local Government Act, an Approval to Operate the onsite sewage management system must be obtained from Council. Forms may be downloaded from Council’s website with 'http://www.byron.nsw.gov.au/on-site-sewage'.
23) 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.
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.
24) Stormwater disposal
Stormwater must be collected and disposed of in a controlled manner such that stormwater flows are:
a) Clear of buildings and infrastructure;
b) Not concentrated so as to cause soil erosion; and
c) Not onto adjoining land.
25) Access and parking areas to be completed.
The access and parking areas are to be constructed in accordance with the approved plans and Roads Act consent.
The following conditions are to be complied with at all times
26) Use of Secondary dwelling
The dwellings are not approved for holiday letting and/or for the use as a tourist facility.
27) Relationship to Principal Dwelling
The secondary dwelling must remain on the same lot as the principal dwelling.
28) No more than the principal dwelling and secondary dwelling
There must not be any dwelling on the land other than the principal dwelling and the secondary dwelling.
29) No subdivision - Secondary Dwelling
In accordance with clause 24 of the State Environmental Planning Policy (Affordable Rental Housing) 2009, subdivision of the subject land is not to occur.
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 www.byron.nsw.gov.au.
Occupation Certificate required:
The building must not be occupied until the Principal Certifying Authority has issued an Occupation Certificate.
Principal Certifying Authority:
Work must not commence until the applicant has:-
· Appointed a Principal Certifying Authority (if the Council is not the PCA);
· Given the Council at least two (2) days notice of their intention to commence the erection of the building. Notice must be given by using the prescribed ‘Form 7’; and
· 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 and Assessment Act 1979 or prosecution pursuant to section 125 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.
Secondary dwellings
Approval of your Secondary Dwelling will be included in a register to provide accountability of the uptake of this affordable housing approach and to assist in any compliance action that may need to be taken in the circumstance that the dwellings are being used for tourism purposes rather than meeting the need for affordable housing (Council Resolution No. 11-268).
REASONS
1. To comply with the provisions of Byron L.E.P. 2014;
2. To ensure the development is completed in accordance with conditions of consent and approved plans;
3. To preserve the environment and existing or likely future amenity of the neighbourhood;
4. To ensure adequate access to and from the development;
5. To ensure that appropriate landscaping is provided;
6. To preserve the amenity of the area;
7. To ensure compliance with Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993; and