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Secondary dwelling and other additions approved Gosford Council has approved the creation of a secondary dwelling and additions to an existing dwelling in Abelia Pl, Umina. The matter was referred to councillors as a result of council staff receiving 11 public submissions.

The additions to the upper level of the existing dwelling include a new roof over the existing deck; a change in internal walls to create a fourth bedroom; and alterations to the kitchen to create a washing machine-washtub space.

Additions to the lower level to create the secondary dwelling include increasing the existing deck area by approximately 17.5 square metres; converting the existing entry and bedroom into a kitchen, dining and living area; and a second bedroom.

The proposal is located within the Bushfire Category 1 zone and the Rural Fire Service has raised no objective to the proposed development provided suitable conditions of consent are imposed.

Councillors voted to include an additional recommendation to council's report.

Upon completion of the dwelling and prior to the dwelling's occupation, the applicant is to submit a report indicating compliance with the minimum set back as regulated by the Building Code of Australia.

Gosford Council Agenda ENV.58, 5 Nov 2013