Design Guidelines

Version 2 – May 2016

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1. Purpose of the Guidelines...... 1 2. Design Approval Process...... 1 3. Submission Requirements ...... 3 4. Solar Access & Energy Efficiency...... 5 5. Setback Requirements...... 7 6. Dwelling Design...... 8 7. Garage Design...... 9 8. Corner Lots...... 9 9. Façade Variation...... 9 10. Colours and Material Palette...... 10 11. Fencing...... 11 12. Driveways...... 12 13. Front Landscaping...... 13 14. Services & Outbuildings...... 14 15. Driveway & Fencing Agreement...... 15 16. Application Form...... 16 17. Appendix...... 18

1 Purpose of 2 Design Approval Process the Guidelines Approval is required from the Design Approval Committee (DAC) for the construction of all new To achieve a high quality of design and construction at dwellings, garages, fences, sheds and any other Lochaven, Dacland has implemented specific safeguards structures on any lot within Lochaven. to protect the interests of residents. Upon receiving approval from the DAC, These Design Guidelines serve as reassurance for applicants must then obtain building approval for residents expecting a high quality of built form by the dwelling from the local council/independent minimising the potential risk of disharmony occurring building surveyor and/or any other governing authority. between neighbouring dwellings. Applicants must ensure that all proposed works meet The Design Guidelines may be amended from time to relevant authority requirements, and that the required time at Dacland’s discretion to reflect changes in design permits are obtained. and building trends and/or amendments to legislation The DAC will assess all designs and endorse the affecting building approvals. submission documents if they comply with the Design Guidelines. Applicants must comply with any conditions imposed by the DAC. Refer to final Design Guidelines as part of Contract of Sales.

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1. Purchaser receives contract of sale

Submission of plans for review & approval If the design submission does not comply with the 2. Refer Submission Requirements section for details Design Guidelines, the DAC will advise on the areas of non-compliance. Applicants must then submit 3. Design Approval Committee undertakes amended plans to gain approval. design review Submissions will be assessed against the current version 4. Design approved (at the time of assessment) of the Design Guidelines. The final decision regarding all aspects of the Design 5. Obtain building permit Guidelines will be at the DAC’s discretion. The DAC also reserve the right to waive or vary any requirement 6. Complete construction of the Design Guidelines. A Certificate of Occupancy must be obtained The DAC will endeavour to assess submissions within after the construction 10 business days. 7. Complete fencing & driveway Must be completed prior to occupancy

8. Complete front landscape Must be completed within 120 days of receiving the Certificate of Occupancy 03 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

3 Submission Requirements

A copy of the following must be submitted to the DAC, either via post or email.

1. Site Plan (scale 1:200) 3. Elevations (minimum scale 1:100) Must indicate all boundary setback dimensions, Must include all 4 elevations and indicate building total site coverage and floor areas, site contours, heights, finished floor-to-ceiling levels, roof pitch, north point, easements, vehicle crossover, driveway eaves depth, external finishes, ancillary items, and other non-permeable surfaces, fencing details, existing ground levels, proposed earthworks and ancillary items, any proposed outbuildings and details of any proposed retaining walls. details of any proposed retaining walls. 4. External Colour and Material Selection 2. Floor Plans (minimum scale 1:100) Must submit details of all proposed external Must indicate all key dimensions and internal colours and materials including brands, colour layout including rooms, pergola, decks, terraces, names and colour swatches where possible. balconies, verandahs, windows and doors, openings and ancillary items. 5. Landscape Plan for Front Landscape (minimum scale 1:100) Must submit layout and materials plan, planting plan including species and quantities. Location, elevations and details of any external structures, such as pergolas and details of existing vegetation to be removed or retained.

Submit applications to

Submit applications via email to [email protected] or mail to Lochaven Design Approval Committee Studio 1102, Level 11 125 Swanston Street Melbourne, Victoria 3000 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 04

4 Solar Access & Energy Efficiency

Correctly oriented homes are environmentally 6. Signed Driveway and Fencing Agreement responsible, and can reduce ongoing energy costs (contained in this document) and increase enjoyment of your home. All homes must comply with Victoria’s energy rating requirements 7. A Completed Application Form as at the time of submission legislated (an Energy (contained in this document) Rating Certificate is required prior to obtaining a Building Permit). Please Note: • Plans and elevations must also be submitted for any proposed Requirements: verandahs, carports, sheds or similar. a) Where possible, maximise the northern aspect • If submitted via post, plans must be provided in A3 format. with living areas and private open spaces (such as • All documents submitted via email must be in pdf format. courtyards and verandahs) and locate bedrooms • Applicants are responsible for ensuring that proposals comply with applicable building regulations and any applicable and service spaces to the south. planning and/or authority requirements along with current Victorian energy rating standards prior to construction. b) Light-to-medium roof colours are required to minimise • Approval from the DAC is not an endorsement that proposals heat absorption and associated energy costs. comply with the above requirements. c) All homes should incorporate environmentally sustainable designs such as (but not limited to) double-glazed windows and glass doors, water tanks, eave overhangs, passive air-conditioning systems, sustainable building materials and solar panels.

d) Rebates may be available: www.yourenergysavings.gov.au

Note: Information and tips regarding energy efficiency are available on Sustainability Victoria’s website: www.sustainability.vic.gov.au

DAC Approved Roof Colours: Stonewall Walnut Dark Chocolate For enquiries: Please contact the DAC on: +61 401 998 269 Quartz Shale Gunmetal 05 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

5 Setbacks

Carefully consider the dwelling position on the lot. Appropriate setbacks promote passive surveillance while maintaining sufficient privacy from the street and adjoining properties. Setbacks must comply with Part 4 of the Building Regulations 2006, Clause 54 of the Planning Scheme and Building Envelopes on Plan of Subdivision as applicable.

a) The following setbacks are required: All standard lots: Minimum setback from the front street boundary to front façade: 4.0m

Corner Lots and Lots Adjoining Tree Reserves and Drainage Corridors: Minimum setback from boundary to side façade: 2.0m

All front-loaded garages: Minimum setback from boundary to garage front façade: 5.5m. Must also be set back the front wall of the dwelling by a minimum of 840mm.

For confirmation of lot setback refer to Building Envelopes on Plan of Subdivision for each individual lots.

b) The following may encroach into the minimum front street setback by up to 2.0m on standard lots: • porches, verandahs and pergolas with a maximum height of less than 3.6m above natural ground level • eaves, fascia and gutters • sunblinds and shade sails • screens referred to in Residential Code (Res Code) regulation 419 ‘overlooking’ clauses (5)(d) or (6) • decks, steps or landings less than 800mm high.

c) Side or rear boundary (when not a side street interface): Minimum setback from the boundary: • The driveway must be set back from the closest side boundary by at least 500mm to allow for a landscaping strip. LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 06

d) The following may encroach into the minimum side f) Walls on the boundary: and rear setbacks by up to 500mm (when not a Providing the Building Envelope allows a wall to be side street interface): constructed on or within 200 mm of a side or rear • porches and verandahs boundary, the wall’s dimensions must not exceed any • masonry chimneys of the following: • sunblinds • a length of 10.0m plus 25% of the remaining length • screens referred to in Res Code regulation of the boundary of an adjoining allotment 419(5)(d) or 419(6) • an average height of 3.2m • flues and pipes • a maximum height of 3.6m. • domestic fuel tanks and water tanks • heating and cooling equipment and other services. g) Lots identified as Small Lots on the Plan of Subdivision, Small Lot Housing Codes must e) The following may encroach into the minimum side be applied. and rear setbacks (when not a side street interface): Small lots are defined as either Type A or Type B lots • landings with an area of not more than 2m2 and less under the code. than 1m high For current version of the Small Lot Housing Code, refer: • eaves, fascia, gutters not more than 600mm in http://www.mpa.vic.gov.au/planning-activities/ total width greenfields-planning/small-lot-housing-code

• walls and carports that are constructed on Note: the boundary • In certain circumstances, setback requirements may vary from • unroofed stairways and ramps the above. Factors which may affect setback requirements could • shade sails include (but are not limited to) existing neighbours or other applicable Building Regulation and/or Planning Scheme requirements. • pergolas. • The DAC will assess submissions for special considerations on alternative setbacks on merits due to site specific or locational attributes. 07 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

6 Dwelling Design DAC approved dwelling designs:

The dwelling design approach in Lochaven is Contemporary Australian Architecture style. The use of clean lines and minimalistic material and colour palette defines the style of this modern, urban community.

Requirements: a) Front elevation must demonstrate architectural integrity. b) Front facade must be designed to include depth Artist Impression of built form, windows and combination of other Image credit: Boutique Homes features such as verandahs, projections, varying roof form and materials that address the street frontage. c) Large areas of blank or non-articulated walls are not permitted d) Ornamentation, period styles, period features, references to historical or mock period style design are not permitted. e) Double storey homes must incorporate articulation between the ground and first floor through definition Artist Impression of physical depth of the facade, including but not Image credit: Home Buyers Centre limited to material variation. f) Dwellings along Flicka Boulevard must be double storey. g) Sliding windows on front elevations or elevations facing a road or reserve are not permitted. h) The main entry must be located on the front elevation, facing the primary frontage. i) Porches, porticos, verandahs and pergolas to the front of the dwelling are encouraged. These Artist Impression should be large enough to create a usable space Image credit: Urban Edge that encourages outdoor living and interaction to the street. Materials creating a light appearance are preferred. j) Flat roofs (under 5 degree pitch) and parapet walls are strongly encouraged. k) Hipped or gabled roofs must be pitched at 20-30 degrees and have eaves at least 450mm wide for front and north facing façades.

Artist Impression Image credit: Urban Edge LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 08

7 Garage Design

The location and treatment of garages and garage doors should contribute positively to both the dwelling design and the streetscape design.

Requirements: a) All lots must provide vehicle accommodation in the form of an enclosed garage. b) Garages must not dominate the façade and must have a panel lift/sectional door to the street frontage. Refer restrictions on Plan of Subdivision for specific requirements on Garage door width. c) Lots 10.5m wide and less must have a single garage. d) Garages must be set back behind the front wall of the dwelling as per Section 5 setbacks. e) Garages located on the secondary street of corner lots will be considered individually by the DAC. Proposals must comply with applicable setbacks and car parking requirements. f) Only one garage and crossover is permitted per lot.

DAC approved garage doors:

Timber look sectional / panel lift

Artist Impression

Colorbond sectional / panel lift

Artist Impression

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8 Corner Lots and 9 Façade Variation

Lots Adjoining Tree Reserves Variety in façade designs contributes to the visual appeal of a community and protects the investment and Drainage Corridors of residents.

Homes on corner lots, lots adjoining tree reserves and Requirements: drainage corridors must address their prominent position a) Two dwellings of the same or overly similar front within the streetscape and adjoining open space façade may not be built within view of each other, and contribute to creating of an attractive, safe living or in close proximity to each other. This applies environment to sites within three (3) lots of each other, but Requirements: does not apply to townhouse or medium Facadedensity Variations developments. a) Side elevations facing a road or reserve must include Facade Variations sufficient detailing that matches and complements ScenarioScenario 1 1: the design of the front elevation (‘corner treatment’). Scenario 1 b) A consistent or complementary treatment from the 3 2 1 1 2 3 front façade must continue to the side façade for a 3 2 1 1 2 3 minimum of 3m. STREET c) Windows must be incorporated along the side façade, STREET within the 3m corner treatment zone. Similar Facades d) Refer to Fencing Section in this document for Scenario 2 Similar Facades specific requirements regarding corner lot fencing ScenarioScenario 2 2: that addresses both the primary and secondary street frontage. e) High quality landscape treatment must be provided STREET along both primary and secondary streets. Refer to Front Landscaping section for details. STREET 3 2 1 2 3 3 2 1 2 3

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10 Colours & Materials

The considered use of external building materials, f) External colours must reflect the Lochaven colours and finishes is important to maintain a high contemporary design character, and must be quality of residential neighbourhood character. We consistent with those shown in below colour palettes. encourage neutral or muted colour palettes to achieve g) The use of heritage colours or bright colours the contemporary architectural style within the (such as Dulux Rich Red Violet or Corn Kernel) Lochaven streetscape. is not permitted.

Requirements: A1 Rich Red Violet A170 Corn Kernel a) A minimum of two materials must be used on h) Avoid reflective, frosted, coloured or patterned all external walls facing streets or public spaces. film on external windows and doors. Any single material must cover 70% or less of the wall surface. i) Security shutters, sunblinds, shade sails and Areas of roofs, doors, windows canvas awnings are not permitted where visible and garage doors are not from public areas. considered part of the wall surface for this calculation. Approved colour & material palettes: b) Preferred materials are: • Face brickwork • Rendered lightweight cladding or masonry • Weatherboards/cement composite materials (such as scyon cladding). If used, these External colour and brick palette: materials cannot comprise more than 50% of an elevation • Timber cladding • Selective use of stone or tile cladding c) Metal corrugated roofing is encouraged. Masonry, slate or terracotta tiles are also permitted. d) Roof must be a neutral, subdued colour. Light-to-medium roof tones are required. e) Garage door profile and colour must complement the design and colour scheme of the dwelling. A natural timber colour or finish is preferred. 11 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

11 Fencing

Consistent style and positioning of fencing throughout Side and rear boundary fencing elevation: a community forms a common link enabling the 2.4m streetscape to interact as a whole and emphasising individual characteristics of each dwelling.

Requirements: a) Side and rear boundary fencing must be constructed from capped timber palings with exposed posts. 1.8m b) Side and rear boundary fencing must be 1.8m high, and constructed using 125mm x 75mm posts with 2.4m post spacing except for lots identified in the Lochaven Front Fencing Guide. c) Side boundary fencing must stop at least 840mm behind the front façade except for lots identified in 125mm x 75mm posts 100mm lapped palings 100x38mm treated the Lochaven Front Fencing Guide. pine plinth d) Front fencing is only permitted in accordance with the Lochaven Front Fencing Guide in the appendix. DAC approved corner fencing treatments: e) Side boundary fencing must return at 90o to abut the dwelling or garage at least 840mm behind the front façade (return fence). These fences, including any gates, must be constructed from capped timber palings with exposed posts to match the boundary fencing, or from a complementary timber style such as merbau slats. Return fences/gates must be set Natural Stain back to allow access to meter boxes. f) Corner lots: Fencing along a side boundary that abuts a road must not extend more than 40% of the total length of the lot. g) Corner lots: Fencing along a side boundary that abuts a road must be finished with natural stain (clear colour stain). h) Lots adjoining a tree reserve or drainage reserve are treated as corner lots and must have the same fencing treatments. i) Refer fencing diagram for extent of fencing and gate that is required for each lot. LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 12

ReturnReturn fence fence/gate / gate Fencing diagram SideSide & & rear rear fencefence Fencing diagram CornerCorner lot lot side side fencefence

min. 840mm

STREET 40% FENCED DWELLING 40% FENCED

4.5m DWELLING

min. min. min. min. DWELLING 840mm min. 840mm 840mm

840mm STREET SECONDARY SECONDARY STREET SECONDARY 60% UNFENCED 60% UNFENCED

PRIMARY STREET STREET PRIMARY STREET

1) StandardStandard Lot Lot 2) CornerCorner Lot Lot 3) Irregular Irregular Lot Lot

DAC approved driveway finishes: 12 Driveways

Driveways should blend with proposed dwelling façade colours in subdued and natural tones consistent with the DAC approved colour palette on Section 10. Coloured concrete Bluestone pavers

Requirements: a) The driveway may match the width of the garage and must taper as it approaches the front boundary so that it generally matches the width of the crossover. b) Excessive concreting in the front yard is not permitted. Exposed aggregate ‘Crazy stone’ pavers c) Permeable material is encouraged (except loose DAC approved permeable driveway: material such as gravel). d) Other permitted finishes for driveways are: • exposed aggregate • pavers • stamped or stencilled surfacing • coloured concrete consistent with Resin bound stone paving Pavers in gravel bed streetscape pavement www.mpspaving.com.au e) Driveways must have a matt finish. Shiny or reflective surfaces are not permitted. f) Only one driveway is permitted per lot.

Grass pavement Turfgrid or EcoTrihex www.adbrimasonry.com.au 13 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

13 Front Landscaping

These guidelines ensure all private gardens are well k) All garden bed planting must be contained within designed and create attractive visual spaces between a mulched bed and densely planted to ensure good homes and within each house. Plants that present well coverage of growth. in all seasons are encouraged. l) A minimum of 1 deep-rooted tree for each front garden is required. Locating this in front of the front Requirements: window is encouraged, to provide shade and privacy a) All house plans submitted for DAC approval must to the front rooms. include a landscape plan. m) A front garden consisting of varying hierarchy, b) Front garden landscaping must be completed to texture and colour of planting is strongly an acceptable standard by DAC and within 120 days encouraged. Refer to the DAC approved Front of receiving a Certificate of Occupancy. Garden Layout examples in the appendix for minimum requirements. c) Letterboxes must match and complement the dwelling design, be contemporary in style and constructed from metal, timber, brick or rendered DAC approved corner front landscape layout: masonry. They must clearly display the street number as per Australia Post requirements. d) All areas forward of the return fencing must be landscaped with plants from the Lochaven Landscape Guidelines (see appendix). e) No more than 40% of the landscaped area (including driveways) may comprise non-permeable surfaces such as paving, except with DAC approval. Permeable surface treatments such as pebbles, stepping pavers in gravel bed, crushed rock and lawn are strongly encouraged. Secondary Street DWELLING f) Planting must be provided to the landscape strip between the driveway and the closest side boundary. g) The front 1.2m of each lot must be garden bed and Extend planted with hedging or high shrubs. Refer Lochaven to meet return Landscape Guidelines in the appendix for DAC fence approved species and layouts. h) A density of minimum 4 plants per square metre is

required for the front 1.2m garden bed. Min 2.0m i) Corner lot landscape: A further 2.0m long x 1.0m Min 1.2m wide landscape strip must be provided along the secondary frontage and a min. 0.5m wide planting to extend to the return fence. A density of minimum Nature Strip 4 plants per square metre is required. Primary Street j) Lots adjoining a tree reserve or drainage reserve are treated as corner lots and must have the same Minimum 0.5m 2.0m long x 1.0m 1.2m wide front wide planting to wide planting planting zone landscape treatments. the return fence LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 14

14 Services & Outbuildings

The appropriate integration of service items is important in terms of both function and the potential impact on the streetscape and neighbouring properties.

Requirements: a) All ancillary items and services, including but not h) The size and design of ancillary structures, limited to water tanks, air-conditioners, clotheslines, such as pergolas and verandahs must be bins, satellite dishes, antennas and service meters unobtrusive and consistent with/complementary should be sited unobtrusively and away from public to the dwelling design. view. Location details must be indicated on house i) NBN is supported in the Lochaven development, plans as part of the application for approval. please contact NBN for more details. b) All external plumbing including spa pumps/motors j) Provisions have been made for recycled water must be concealed from public view. Downpipes and third pipe connections to all homes and and gutters are exempt from this requirement; the it is encouraged to consider this as part of the treatment of these must complement the dwelling home design. Please contact South East Water colour scheme. for more details. c) Air-conditioning units must be located below the k) No signs, including ‘For Sale’ signs may be erected roof ridge line and towards the rear of the property other than a ‘Home for Sale’ sign which may be to minimise visual impact. Their colouring must erected after dwelling construction is complete. blend with the adjoining wall or roof colour. Units must be low profile types and fitted with noise baffles where appropriate. d) Roof fixtures are not permitted on the front elevation. Solar panels may be flat or integrated with the roof pitch of north-facing roofs on front elevations. e) Internal windows furnishings must be fitted within 3 months of occupancy. Sheets, blankets or similar materials are not permitted. f) Security shutters, sunblinds, shade sails or canvas awnings are not permitted where visible from public areas. g) Sheds and outbuildings must be designed and located to minimise visibility and potential impact on neighbouring properties and the streetscape. The DAC will assess these structures on their merits, and structures deemed to be excessive in size will not be approved. 15 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

15 Driveway & Fencing Agreement

This agreement ensures homeowners are aware DRIVEWAY: PLEASE TICK of construction timeframes and requirements for driveways and fencing. Will be constructed prior to occupancy.

I/we, being the property owners of lot ______, Will be offset from the closest side boundary. hereby confirm that I/we will comply with the requirements of the Lochaven Design Guidelines, Will generally match the width of the crossover including those for the driveway and fencing. at the front boundary.

FENCING: PLEASE TICK Will not have excessive concreting in the front yard. Will be constructed in accordance with the Lochaven Design Guidelines and the relevant Will be constructed from material listed in fencing template (including fence height, the driveway section, or an alternative that is location, style and material). approved by the DAC.

Will be constructed as per the DAC approved plans.

ReturnReturn fence fence/gate / gate Fencing diagram SideSide & & rear rear fencefence Fencing diagram CornerCorner lot lot side side fencefence

min. 840mm

STREET 40% FENCED DWELLING 40% FENCED

4.5m DWELLING

min. min. min. min. DWELLING 840mm min. 840mm 840mm

840mm STREET SECONDARY SECONDARY STREET SECONDARY 60% UNFENCED 60% UNFENCED

PRIMARY STREET STREET PRIMARY STREET

1)1) Standard Standard Lot Lot 2) CornerCorner Lot Lot 3) IrregularIrregular Lot Lot

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16 Application Form

Lot Number Applicant Details (if different from above):

Street Company

Contact Person Owner Details:

Contact Number Name/s

Postal Address Contact Number

Postal Address

Attachment checklist: PLEASE TICK

Site plan

Builder Details: Floor plan/s Company Elevations Contact Person External colours and materials Contact Number

Landscape plan Email

Signed driveway and fencing agreement Postal Address 17 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

Notes LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 18

Appendix 19 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

Appendix 1

Lochaven Landscape Guidelines

GARDENING TIPS: Garden Bed Preparation Planting

It is important to prepare your garden adequately for Careful installation of each plant is critical to setting it planting. The following steps will help establish plants up for healthy growth. See the tips below to make sure for long-term success. plants have the best chance of survival:

A depth of at least 300mm of top soil is ideal for • Test plants in the nursery prior to purchase to make all garden beds. Before planting, ensure adequate sure they are healthy. Look for signs of disease or drainage if planting into clay soil then cultivate soil pests and squeeze the base of the pot to make sure with additives such as compost for sandy soil sites and the roots are not pot bound (cramped into pot). All gypsum if planting into clay. 75mm depth of mulch will these factors can inhibit good plant establishment. help suppress weed growth and retain moisture within • Plant plants at spacings which take into account their the soil. A good source of sustainable mulch is either mature size. The more dense the planting the less recycled hardwood mulch or inorganic stone mulch need for weeding. from a locally sourced quarry. • Plan planting times: Autumn to early spring is optimal, Garden-bed edging is a good way to control the summer is not. interface between garden and lawn. This could be made from a timber or steel, with steel being the • Always try to plant in the cooler time of the day. material which lasts longer. Water plants in their pots before transferring to reduce the shock. Water Wise Gardening • To release the plant from the pot, gently squeeze the Garden benefit from making the most of natural rainfall. pot to loosen the plant and carefully remove without This can be achieved in many ways; the following tips damaging the roots. are a handy guide: • Make a hole twice the width of the pot but no deeper • Minimising the amount of paving encourages rainfall than the pot depth. This ensures that the top of the to infiltrate into the garden naturally. plant and its root zone is not submerged under new soil when planted. • Where paving is required, use a permeable paving, decking or loose gravel so water can infiltrate into • Water the plant into its new home immediately after the soil below. planting, then place mulch around the plant.

• Where possible, direct water runoff from any hard • Mulch can then be placed around plants to maintain surfaces into garden-beds; this requires adequate moisture, ensuring the mulch is kept mulch away from provision for drainage across the site. the base of the plants. • Connect any roof runoff to a tank for a sustainable • Water plants daily for the first week and regularly garden irrigation source in the drier months. (at least three times weekly,) in the first three years • Early evening or morning is the best time to irrigate of establishment. Once established, trees should not the garden. require watering unless in drought. Even hardy plants require watering over periods of drought. LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 20

Hedging

Plant hedging plants at distances specified. Prune three times a year at a slight angle from the base with the base being wider. This allows the sun to reach lower branches and avoids the lower portion dying off and becoming twiggy. Select the largest plants you can afford to make hedge establishment and pruning easier.

Feeding

All plants need regular feeding as well as water and light. Feed plants with a simple slow-release fertiliser every six months such as regular Osmocote or Osmocote for natives if planting a native garden. Plants benefit from the addition of fresh compost to soil also, particularly at the commencement of the growing season. 21 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

FRONT GARDEN DESIGN THEMES 1a Textural Native Gardens (Lawned)

TREES FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS Corymbia citriodora ‘Scentuous’ Plectranthus argentatus Corymba eximia ‘Nana’ Gastrolobim praemorsum ‘Bronze Butterfly’ Tristaniopsis laurina Leucospermum cuieform ‘Petite’ Melia azerdabach ‘Lilac Lady’ Lagerstroemia fauriei TUFTING Lomandra ‘Lime Tuff’ HEDGING Miscanthus sinensis ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ Hakea salicifolia Anigozanthos hybrid ‘Bush Pioneer’ Grevillea victoriae Syzygium australe GROUNDCOVERS Meuhlenbeckia axillaris’ TEXTURAL SHRUBS Acacia glaucoptera Correa alba TURF Nara Native Turf Persoonia pinnifolia

FRONT GARDEN DESIGN THEME: Typical Plan Typical Section

ACCESS ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE

EXPOSED AGGREGATE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY

A A

OPTIONAL PEDESTRIAN PATH

750mm wide Gravel Path: Lilydale Toppings PROPERTY BOUNDARY or other Grey- tone Gravel

Min 1.2m wide Planting Zone

Min. 1 Deep-rooted tree

Indicative letterbox location

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Evergreen Deciduous TREES

Corymbia citriodora Corymbia eximia Tristaniopsis laurina Melia azedarach Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Scentuous’ ‘Nana’

HEDGING

Hakea salicifolia Grevillea victoriae Syzygium australe (1.2m spacing) (1m spacing) (1m spacing)

TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Acacia glaucoptera Persoonia pinnifolia Correa alba

FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Gastrolobium Plectranthus argentatus Leucospermum cuieform ‘Bronze Butterfly’ ‘Petite’ TUFTING

Lomandra ’Lime Tuff’ Miscanthus Anigozanthos ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Bush Pioneer’

GROUNDCOVERS

Meuhlenbeckia axillaris 23 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

1b Textural Native Gardens (Planted)

FRONT GARDEN DESIGN THEME: Typical Plan Typical Section

ACCESS ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE

GREY-TONE EXPOSED AGGREGATE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY

A A

OPTIONAL PEDESTRIAN PATH

750mm wide Gravel Path: Lilydale Toppings PROPERTY BOUNDARY or other Grey- tone Gravel

Min 1.2m wide Planting Zone Min. 1 Deep-rooted tree

Indicative letterbox location

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Evergreen Deciduous TREES

Corymbia citriodora Corymbia eximia Tristaniopsis laurina Melia azedarach Lagerstroemia fauriei ‘Scentuous’ ‘Nana’

HEDGING

Hakea salicifolia Grevillea victoriae Syzygium australe (1.2m spacing) (1m spacing) (1m spacing)

TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Acacia glaucoptera Persoonia pinnifolia Correa alba

FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Gastrolobium Plectranthus argentatus Leucospermum cuieform ‘Bronze Butterfly’ ‘Petite’ TUFTING

Lomandra ’Lime Tuff’ Miscanthus Anigozanthos ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Bush Pioneer’

GROUNDCOVERS

Meuhlenbeckia axillaris 25 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

2 Planted Gardens

TREES FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS Albizia julibrissin Euphorbia characias ‘Blackbird’ Arbutus unedo Phlomis samia Lagerstroemia fauriei Santolina rosmarinifolius ‘Primrose Gem’ Robinia frisia Citrus x limon Olea europaea TUFTING Phormium cookianum ‘Cream Delight’ Miscanthus sinensis’Yakushima Dwarf’ HEDGING Iris unguicularis ’Alba’ Viburnum odoratum ‘Awabuki’ Hakea victoriae Laurus nobilis GROUNDCOVERS Thymus serphyllum ‘Annie Hall’ Pachysandra terminalis TEXTURAL SHRUBS Erigeron Karvinskianus Persoonia pinnifolia Rosmarinus officinalis Salvia ‘Berggarten’

FRONT GARDEN DESIGN THEME: Typical Plan Typical Section

ACCESS ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE GREY-TONE EXPOSED AGGREGATE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY

Indicative letterbox location Min 1.2m wide Planting Zone A A OPTIONAL PEDESTRIAN PATH PROPERTY BOUNDARY

Min. 1 Deep-rooted tree

750mm wide Gravel Path: Lilydale Toppings or other Grey-tone Gravel

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Exotic Species: Evergreen Exotic Species: Deciduous TREES

Arbutus unedo/ Olea europaea/olive Citrus x limon/ Melia azedarach Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia strawberry tree lemon fauriei faurie HEDGING

Laurus nobilis Grevillea victoriae Viburnum odoratum (1m spacing) (1m spacing) ‘Awabuki’ (1m spacing) TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Viburnum odoratum Persoonia pinnifolia Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Awabuki’ (1m spacing) ‘Salem’ FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Phlomis samia Euphorbia characias Santolina ‘Blackbird’ ‘Primrose Gem’ TUFTING

Iris unguicularis Miscanthus Phormium cookianum ‘Alba’ ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Cream Delight’

GROUNDCOVERS

Thymus serphyllum Pachysandra Erigeron ‘Annie Hall’ terminalis karvinskianus 27 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

Native Species: Evergreen TREES

Corymbia citriodora Corymbia eximia Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Scentuous’ ‘Nana’

HEDGING

Hakea salicifolia Grevillea victoriae Syzygium australe (1.2m spacing) (1m spacing) (1m spacing)

TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Acacia glaucoptera Persoonia pinnifolia Correa alba

FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Gastrolobium Plectranthus Leucospermum ‘Bronze Butterfly’ argentatus cuieform ‘Petite’

TUFTING

Lomandra ’Lime Tuff’ Miscanthus Anigozanthos ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Bush Pioneer’

GROUNDCOVERS

*All or some of the native species nominated above can also be used for options 2and 3 if preferred Meuhlenbeckia axillaris LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 28

3 Lawned Gardens

FRONT GARDEN DESIGN THEME: Typical Plan Typical Section

ACCESS ALONG SIDE OF HOUSE GREY-TONE EXPOSED AGGREGATE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY

Indicative letterbox location Min 1.2m wide Planting Zone A A OPTIONAL PEDESTRIAN PATH PROPERTY BOUNDARY

Min. 1 Deep-rooted tree

750mm wide Gravel Path: Lilydale Toppings or other Grey-tone Gravel

0 5 29 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

Exotic Species: Evergreen Exotic Species: Deciduous TREES

Arbutus unedo/ Olea europaea/olive Citrus x limon/ Melia azedarach Lagerstroemia Lagerstroemia strawberry tree lemon fauriei faurie HEDGING

Laurus nobilis Grevillea victoriae Viburnum odoratum (1m spacing) (1m spacing) ‘Awabuki’ (1m spacing) TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Viburnum odoratum Persoonia pinnifolia Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Awabuki’ (1m spacing) ‘Salem’ FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Phlomis samia Euphorbia characias Santolina ‘Blackbird’ ‘Primrose Gem’ TUFTING

Iris unguicularis Miscanthus Phormium cookianum ‘Alba’ ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Cream Delight’

GROUNDCOVERS

Thymus serphyllum Pachysandra Erigeron ‘Annie Hall’ terminalis karvinskianus LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 30

Native Species: Evergreen TREES

Corymbia citriodora Corymbia eximia Tristaniopsis laurina ‘Scentuous’ ‘Nana’

HEDGING

Hakea salicifolia Grevillea victoriae Syzygium australe (1.2m spacing) (1m spacing) (1m spacing)

TEXTURAL SHRUBS

Acacia glaucoptera Persoonia pinnifolia Correa alba

FEATURE/FLOWERING SHRUBS

Gastrolobium Plectranthus Leucospermum ‘Bronze Butterfly’ argentatus cuieform ‘Petite’

TUFTING

Lomandra ’Lime Tuff’ Miscanthus Anigozanthos ‘Yakushima Dwarf’ ‘Bush Pioneer’

GROUNDCOVERS

*All or some of the native species nominated above can also be used for options 2 and 3 if preferred Meuhlenbeckia axillaris 31 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

Appendix 2

Lochaven Front Fencing Guide

In order to provide high quality streetscape outcome, No front fencing is permitted in any other lots in and to align with the Lochaven urban design vision, Lochaven except for medium density development front fencing will be provided by Dacland in key as approved by Dacland. locations. This will also help to create an attractive The images and illustration shown below are examples transition from public to private space, provide better only. It should be noted that fencing heights may vary security and additional privacy to front gardens. due to topography and grading on individual lots. Front fencing must be provided on the lots shown in this document.

1 Location Plan

DUFF STREET

RETIREMENT VILLAGE

OPEN SPACE

SCHOOL

OPEN SPACE

EVANS ROAD

HALL ROAD

LEGEND Front fencing must be provided in these locations. Fencing to be supplied and installed by Dacland. LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines 32

2 Material

BRICK PILLAR: TIMBER PICKET FENCING: High quality brick with coloured mortar Cypress pine, with plinth board and oiled finish. to match.

3 Design Elevation

900mm high

Semi-transparent timber fencing Brick pillar with letter Driveway box and street number

Please note these drawings are indicative only. Subject to change during design development and construction process. 33 LOCHAVEN Design Guidelines

4 Extent of front fencing (typical)

Extent of front and side fencing ReturnReturn fence fence/gate / gate Fencing diagram Side & Frontrear fencefence Side andCorner rear boundary lot side fencefence Fencing diagram

min. 840mm

STREET

DWELLING DWELLING DWELLING 40% FENCED DWELLING 40% FENCED

4.5m DWELLING DWELLING

min. min. min. DWELLING 840mm min. 840mm 800mm

840mm STREET SECONDARY SECONDARY STREET SECONDARY 60% UNFENCED 60% UNFENCED

Landscape PRIMARY STREET STREET strip along STREETPRIMARY STREET boundary

1) Standard Lot 1)1) Standard Standard Lot Lot 2) Corner Lot 3)2)2) IrregularCorner Corner Lot Lot Lot

Semi-transparent front and side fence Rear and side boundary fence Return fence/gate