New entry proposed for Ettalong Diggers

Ettalong Diggers Club has applied to Central Coast Council to replace the roof over its front entry set-down area at a cost of $542,358.

The proposal is to replace the existing tensile shade sail over the "port cochere" set-down area with a metal roof and to re-tile the area to make safe the slippery tiles in this area.

"The roof will extend to provide cover to patrons who are waiting to board the club bus on the northern side of the port cochere," according to a development application submitted by EJE Architecture.

"The current porte cochere of the club is currently stained and has holes and patches.

"The tiles in this area are also slippery when wet and pose a risk to those entering the club."

The tensile sail structure would be replaced with a flat metal roof with timber feature columns and beams "in a beach-style theme".

The tiles to the pedestrian areas would be replaced with slip resistant tiles.

The roof would be extended to cover the waiting area for the club bus.

A landscaped garden would be created beside the waiting area "to soften the harsh nature of the two-storey rendered brick wall facing north".

The proposed upgrade would be "fundamentally enhancing the local area".

"It is intended to enhance the streetscape of The Esplanade and show activity to the street and provide a visual connection the natural surrounding context.

"The proposed new roof will be supported on galvanised steel structure with a roof sheeting of Colourbond SupaDura stainless steel.

"The steel structure will be clad in weather resistant hardwood.

"Ceilings will be in perforated fibre cement with an acoustic scrim backing, with colours to match the exterior of the Mantra.

"Lighting will be non-spill lighting, designed to light just the immediate area below and not to spill to the street or to neighbours."

The public comment period closed on August 3. No comments were received.

SOURCE:

DA Tracker, 6 Aug 2021

DA62136, Central Coast Council