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Streetscape Character Study STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY MANNINGHAM CITY COUNCIL DECEMBER, 2009 TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE NO. PART A: Background Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 4 Study Aims ............................................................................................................................. 5 Strategic Context .................................................................................................................... 6 Study Methodology ................................................................................................................. 9 Streetscape Character ......................................................................................................... 10 Streetscape Character Typologies ....................................................................................... 14 Implementation ..................................................................................................................... 17 PART B: Individual Streetscape Character Precincts Main Roads ............................................................................................................... 20 Doncaster Hill Precinct .............................................................................................. 40 Historic Precincts ...................................................................................................... 42 Pine Theme Precincts ............................................................................................... 46 Traditional Grid Precincts .......................................................................................... 50 Modern Curvilinear Precincts .................................................................................... 65 Low Density Precincts ............................................................................................... 80 Rural Precinct ........................................................................................................... 88 APPENDICES References Tree and Landscaping Species List Street Tree Selection by Residential Street STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY Manningham City Council PART A: Background STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY Manningham City Council INTRODUCTION The purpose of this Study is to provide an integrated streetscape character strategy with the purpose of co-ordinating the enhancement of Manningham's residential areas and strengthening its sense of identity. It is Council's policy that our city will be a leader in providing an environment and a quality of life of the highest standard to the benefit of all. It is also policy that the physical character of the municipality continue to reflect the qualities of the natural environment, with the Yarra Valley, creeks, hills and ridges providing a 'sense of place' for residents, and with each suburb maintaining a sense of identity within the city as a whole. The study has established a typology of streetscape character areas from which individual precincts have been delineated and their character described. Proposed tree planting, a range of co-ordinated streetscape elements including planting, street furniture and lighting have been prescribed to collectively influence and establish an identifiable character for the municipality and its individual areas. STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY Manningham City Council PAGE 4 STUDY AIMS Street trees play a significant part in defining communities and a well treed streetscape can greatly increase residential pride in their neighbourhood. Even though many of Manningham’s streets and suburbs are defined to a large extent by the tree cover the role of street trees is in many cases overlooked. Street trees in Manningham’s urban areas are a significant component of the urban forest. Given the patterns of urban redevelopment and landscape trends away from the planting of large treed in residential gardens the significance of street trees to the overall urban forest is increasing. In addition to the amenity value they provide Manningham’s street trees play a significant environmental role in providing habitat, capturing carbon, offering shade and creating opportunities for water sensitive urban design. The major aims and considerations of street tree planting are as follows: Consistency An important objective of street tree planting in residential streets is to achieve a greater consistency of tree species than presently exists. Many streets have a significant number of ‘ad-hoc’ tree species planted by individual residents over the years. It is proposed that these streets will be gradually rationalised with a staged program of tree removal and replacement planting, so that a consistent theme is created in each street. Suitability of Existing Street Planting As well as undesirable ‘ad-hoc’ planting by individual residents over time, other planting deemed unsuitable include the alternating avenues of Prunus and Melaleuca species planted by Council in the 1950’s and 60’s. These trees do not have the stature nor character to create leafy avenues and will be replaced with more suitable species in a staged tree replacement program. Existing Character As a general rule, the existing character of a street and wider precinct will be built upon and enhanced. The existing character is often derived from the theme plantings on private property, but can also be set by existing street trees or nearby parkland. Visual Interest It is important to create visual interest in the streetscape with the selected species. This can largely be achieved by the individual form, colour and texture of the tree species. If two or more species are planted in a particular street, it is imperative that the individual species are visually compatible and associate well. Tree Size The essence of species selection is to select the largest tree possible for the particular conditions of a street, such as width of nature strips, presence and type of overhead wires, sight lines, etc. Larger species can create a leafy tree canopy over the street, whereas if the trees are too small, the road, utilities and buildings tend to dominate the streetscape. STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY Manningham City Council PAGE 5 STRATEGIC CONTEXT MSS/Planning Scheme Manningham’s vision for future land-use planning and development is expressed in a number of key land use themes, one being enhancing environment and liveability. Manningham’s commitment to sustainability underpins each of these themes. Urban design and streetscapes feature prominently as part of the environment land-use theme. Key strategies of this land-use area are to implement the Streetscape Character Study (1998), and the Manningham Street Tree Program (1998). Manningham Residential Character Guidelines 2005 The Manningham Residential Character Guideline was prepared in response to Melbourne 2030 to ensure that development is appropriate to meet the changing needs of the community. The Guideline aims to protect the features and characteristics that are unique to Manningham. The Guideline does not apply to non-residential properties, areas east of the Mullum Mullum Creek, or areas of post 1975 housing in Templestowe, Donvale and Doncaster East. Specific strategies include: • To reinforce the open streetscape character by having no, or low fencing to, allow views to front gardens; • The private open space of dwellings should have a minimum of one canopy tree with a spreading crown, capable of growing to a height of 8.0 metres or more at maturity; • On sites that front Doncaster Road, or Manningham Road, canopy trees proposed to be planted in the front setback need to be consistent with the existing street trees to assist in creating a boulevard character. Doncaster Hill Strategy 2002 The Doncaster Hill Strategy provides an integrated planning response to the social, economic and environmental issues facing the Doncaster Hill Activity Centre. The Strategy facilitates the creation of a better place to live, visit and work for all present and future citizens. A major urban design vision for Doncaster Hill is a strong boulevard character along Doncaster road, Williamsons Road and Tram Road. Active street frontages will be encouraged along Doncaster Road and Williamsons Road. The boulevard character be supported by formal street tree planting and the incorporation of high quality, contemporary street furniture. Boulevard street trees comprise two staggered avenues of deciduous trees planted at 12-15 metre centres. These comprise Autumn Glory Plane planted generally 3.5 metres from the buildings and Chanticleer Pear planted 1.8 metres from the road kerb. Landscaping between the boulevard pavement and the building will comprise a mix of hard and soft landscape treatment that complements the boulevard character. Planning Scheme Amendment C54: Pine Tree Theme Areas The introduction of the new Schedule 7 (Significant Pine Tree Theme Area) to the Significant Landscape Overlay (SLO7) is based on the findings and recommendations of the Manningham STREETSCAPE CHARACTER STUDY Manningham City Council PAGE 6 Monterey Pine and Cypress Tree Assessment 2003. Manningham’s pine trees were historically planted as windbreaks around orchards and homesteads. They form an important part of Manningham’s cultural landscape. Four (4) distinct areas containing major concentrations of pine trees have been identified in the municipality and are proposed to be included in the new SLO7. Warrandyte Heritage Guidelines: Public Domain The Public Domain Guideline
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