Pelican Point Character Mapping Pelican Point Local Area Character Aerial View Formerly Precinct 20 Pelican Point of the Housing Strategy (2001), Pelican Point is predominantly developed for low density large single that are very good in condition. The local area encompasses or adjoins an 18 hole golf course (Sanctuary Golf Resort), two pockets of commercial uses and a caravan . The local area is divided into three housing estates defined by the golf course and (Sanctuary Golf Estate and Grand Canals) which are linked by a dual access path across Estuary Drive and along Old Coast Road. Surrounding local areas include Glen Iris - Moorlands, Vittoria (Bunbury Inner Harbour) and the City boundary. Development of the three estates occurred between 1993-1997, with the exception of a small land release in 2003 and the proposed shopping centre approved in 2007, yet to be constructed. A recently developed (2009) car wash on the corner of Estuary Drive and Old Coast Road has altered the residential amenity on the north-eastern corner of the estate which has always been zoned for a Neighbourhood Centre, but never acted upon, a possible service station and / or fast food outlet may ensue. The estate houses a boat launch ramp and extensive car parking and public toilets to the north to accommodate recreational boating facilities as the canals open onto the mouth of the Collie River. Views over the Leschenault Estuary extend to the Inner Harbour, Turkey Point, and the CBD as well as to coastal reserves including Belvedere Beach and surrounding dunes.

Boundaries City Vision Strategy Landmarks / Features Grand Canals – The Collie River Eastern Suburbs Vision Focus Area mouth to the north, Old Coast Road Top Right: Grand Canals, Bottom left: Wetlands, to the east, Venezia Boulevard Strategies and Objectives relevant to this area; Bottom Right: Sanctuary Gold Course to the south and Vittoria Bay to ES4: Public transport connection from Pelican the west. Point, Moorlands and Glen Iris to key activity Sanctuary Lake Estate - centres be reviewed to ensure that these areas Botanical wetlands to the north, are adequately serviced. Estuary Drive to the east, Vittoria Bay foreshore to the Activity Centres south-west. Pelican Point Local Centre Sanctuary Golf Estate - Old Corner of Estuary Drive and Old Coast Road Coast Road to the east, Estuary Drive to the west, Sanctuary Golf course around the perimeter.

Public Art Works There are no notable public artworks in the area at present.

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Topography, Views & Vistas

The three estates that make up Pelican Point The views from Pelican Point are orientated all have reasonably flat topography. Due to both inwards, at the canals, and outward across the level of engineering that has gone into the the Leschenault Estuary and Vittoria Bay in the of both the estate and the golf foreground, the Inner Harbour operations course, the landform is not in its natural state; and Turkey Point in the mid ground and the CBD however, particular consideration has been given in the background. to drainage, with floodway overflow going into the Within the Golf Estate, homes with rear frontages Collie River. onto the golf course have views of the course The wetlands between Grand Canals and where they have open style fencing or no fencing Sanctuary Lake retain a certain amount of water at all. over the majority of the year as well.

Road Layout

The roads of the three Pelican Point Estates: The kerb lines in short sections of streets in the Grand Canals, Sanctuary Lake Estate and Sanctuary Golf Estate have snaking curves in the Sanctuary Golf Course, are all curvilinear in road creating a race track effect which forms a layout, and accessed primarily off of Estuary complete circuit. Drive and Old Coast Road. Narrow roads constrain on-street parking as it Grand Canals and Sanctuary Golf Estate have only allows only one vehicle to pass at any time. entrance boulevards with tree lined medians and single lane access leading into the estate. Sanctuary Golf Course has many cul-de-sac endings and long speed humps to slow speed along the more narrow access roads.

Street Trees & Verge Treatments Pelican Point is well landscaped throughout; The tree clearance zone required for urban established native trees are in the park areas and streets for frangible trees [the ability to shear off along the median strips which creates a natural at the base] is measured from the edge of the linkage between the streetscapes and open vehicle travel lane to the near edge of a mature spaces. tree trunk. Liveable Neighbourhoods Edition 3, The main boulevard of the Grand Canals Estate 2004 (2003:59) consists of an avenue of Norfolk Island Pines Using this method the clearance zone in Pelican which provides an entrance statement and sense Point should be 0.75 metres from the edge of the of place upon entering into the neighbourhood. carriage way to the tree trunk. These requirements differ from those of Main Roads Western Australia (MRWA) in that the factors of consideration are for the design environment of urban streets for traffic calming benefits.

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Within the three estates there are two sets of The land between Grand Canals and Sanctuary private tennis courts for residents only, and a Lake Estate is designated as a botanical wetland spread of pocket . The periphery of the and public open space. estates is linked with foreshore reserves and The wetlands have a dual use path around the lineal parks. perimeter; however, due to the ecologically The canals are considered a community asset sensitive nature of the land the lot itself is not for recreational sea crafts, residents have access appropriate for active recreation and as the to private jetties and therefore the canals form a land acts as a floodway to the Collie River it is part of the allocated public open space. frequently inundated.

Pedestrian & Bicycle Pathways

The estates are linked with a system of dual Curvilinear paths should have direct sight lines use paths that link the public parks and the along the length, which can be achieved with low foreshore. The paths are wide enough for cyclists vegetation or taller trees with no under storey, and pedestrians to pass and vehicle access is so that the destination is visible from the starting restricted with central bollards. point.

Lighting, Signage & Furniture

Small understated signage incorporated into the Signage, lighting and furniture should be well side of the closest boundary wall of the estate maintained; in particular, signage should be to the entrance, is a simple and effective means repaired as soon as damage is reported to avoid of communication. Landscaping and secure unsightliness and to ensure that the information flood lighting at the base of the wall frame and portrayed is accurate. illuminate the installation which also serves as directional signage.

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Access & Crossovers

In lower density neighbourhoods the on street Private accessways should be located away from parking and crossover arrangements are generally traffic junctions to ensure the safety of motorists, better executed than in higher density infill areas. pedestrians and cyclists on the road as well as There is room for ample on-site parking, visitor the motorist exiting the private property. parking and bays for parallel parking at intervals Where extenuating circumstances occur and along the street. The overall effect is a less access is conducted from within the intersection cluttered streetscape and easier manoeuvrability clear sight lines should be available to all parties for traffic. on the intersection. In particular the reversing vehicle; fencing and landscaping should be at a minimal height to accommodate this.

Boundaries & Retaining Walls

A corner fence may be solid up to a metre in Front boundary fencing that is consistently solid height without obstructing sight lines around the and tall along a streetscape creates a negative intersection. With a corner cut-off and wide verge neighbourhood environment, all of the dwellings between the property boundary and the kerb, are closed off from one another and do not the effect is aesthetically pleasing and provides interact with the street. informal privacy and low-level security.

Gardens & Landscaping

A visually permeable, colourful front garden offers Whilst a good private garden can assist in privacy, demonstrates neighbourhood character diminishing the affect of a solid wall from and identity, encloses the streetscape and dominating the streetscape, landscaping must positively contributes to the amenity of the area. be planted and maintained to an adequate Bright colours, variation in species, low ground standard that enhances the public domain and covers maintaining sight lines and unobstructed that pedestrian access is maintained. pedestrian access, are acceptable forms of private Where solid walls dominate the streetscape gardens. attempts to create a front garden are accentuated and become a focal point, giving all the more reason to maintain a high standard.

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Building Setback & Orientation

Housing along the Inlet foreshore is orientated to North and west facing windows/ openings that the west, and many of the dwellings are designed receive direct afternoon solar access should to maximise the views. The road itself runs along incorporate eaves/ awnings that provide adequate a north-south axis giving east-west allotments. sunlight in winter and shading to living areas Building designs predominantly show responsive during summer. measures of design for direct western solar Windows that are exposed to direct sunlight can access to their frontages. increase the heating and cooling costs of the home, cause sun damage to furniture and require additional roller shutters or external blinds to counteract the inadequacy.

Building Style & Character

Grouped and multiple dwellings should aim Strong inconsistency between the character of to address the street as a single development. houses in the street provides no fluency in the Symmetrical lines and balanced features such as streetscape. When there is also great differences windows and doors create the semblance of a in the bulk and setback of dwellings that adjoin single on the lot. This technique reduced each other, it interrupts the harmony of the street the impact of higher density development on the and encourages future dwellings to create further streetscape. inconsistencies. Setback should be consistent between neighbouring properties to maintain the rhythm of the street, even if the designs are not complimentary to each other, a pattern will form in the overall streetscape.

Building Materials & Construction

The uniformity of building materials which is Sunlight reflected off of materials that are highly carried through the built environment also carries reflective or metallic surfaces can have a negative into the public domain. The canal edges are a effect on neighbouring properties, gardens and consistent wall of quarry stone, and heavy timber people in close proximity. It can also be a source posts, these elements are mirrored throughout of visual discomfort for people who have a direct the parks and pedestrian accessways. view of these materials in sunlight. The housing stock is predominantly brick dwellings with tiled roofs, the style and use of these materials varies over the years as well as the scale of the dwellings being built. Grand Canals: the newest of the three estates, graduates into quarry stone construction with tiled roofs, and intermittent colorbond roofs.

Pelican Point 2:169 Strategic Planning Pelican Point A Vision for the Future • A strong residential character with high quality amenity, including the canals and waterways, and the golf course. The residential density will remain low density for the most part, with allowances for larger homes and grander housing designs. The canal estate allows access to private docks and boat moorings adjoining private property which creates valuable waterfront properties that evidently show pride in being a part of the community which is reflected in the quality of housing stock. • The development of a local centre to service the local residents will make Pelican Point more self sufficient, and convenient given that the development is a further distance from the conveniences of the city. • The upgrade and expansion of the Sanctuary Golf Course and associated facilities will provide the opportunity for modern short stay accommodation, dining and entertainment facilities.

Valuable Landscape Character Elements to Promote & Enhance • The canal waterways are a valuable landscape feature to promote waterfront lifestyle, with private moorings, and vast views of the Estuary. • The natural wetlands that are between the estates should be retained and promoted as part of a walkable recreation route, there is public access all through the estates, including the golf course and access to the foreshore of the estuary. Important Views & Vistas to Retain • Views from private residences across the Estuary, with vistas overlooking the CBD beyond the Inner Port. Policy Recommendations • Commencement of the local area planning process and subsequent Local Planning Policy: Pelican Point Local Area Plan.

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