Carport parking proposed to retain large tree
Rear access with carport parking has been proposed for a new side-by-side dual occupancy as a means of retaining an existing large tree at 49 Ridge St, Ettalong.
The proposal lodged with Central Coast Council includes vehicle access via the rear lane with open carports instead of garages.
The application prepared by Ms Sandra Tradd of Red Apple Design states that she had "made several calls and had several discussions with planners, engineers and tree officers as to the best way to retain a large eucalyptus tree and provide carports via the rear lane-way."
"The reason the carports and alfrescos couldn't be approved under a complying development certificate along with the remainder of the proposal (main dwellings) is because these structures are proposed within a flood storage area.
"It is understood that council is inundated with applications now and approving only a minor portion of the proposal may result in a quicker approval.
"There is a large eucalyptus tree at the back that the proposal aims to retain.
"The proposed carports in lieu of garages are a way of achieving this purpose and the alfresco is a deck built on piers to allow water flow underneath as per engineering guidelines for building within a flood storage area."
The application claims compliance with all current planning controls, commenting that "it is assumed the controls for the one metre rear setback for the garages with access to the laneway remains in effect".
It also states: "The proposed site is suitable for a side-by-side Dual Occupation development with an area of 585.2 and 13.715m frontage with a rear laneway access."
It concludes: "The design employs with effectiveness the DCP guidelines to create a functional development with high levels of amenity, both for the end user and those it neighbors.
"In development of the concept, all siting, environmental and aesthetic influences and impacts have been assessed and addressed.
"The proposal, when complete, will add vibrancy and character to the area and develop a new standard to be applied upon similar development in the precinct."
DA/1819/2023
The proposal is currently on public exhibition and accepting written submissions until October 27.
SOURCE:
DA Tracker, 15 Oct 2023
DA/1819/2023, Central Coast Council