George Town Council Agenda

George Town Council
COUNCIL MEETING – 18TH APRIL 2018

AGENDA
1. PRESENT 2
1.1 APOLOGIES 2
1.2 IN ATTENDANCE 2
2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES 3
2.1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING HELD 21ST MARCH 2018 3
3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 4

3.1 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME PROCEDURE 4
3.2 PUBLIC QUESTIONS ON NOTICE 5
3.3 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 5
3.4 QUESTIONS ON NOTICE FROM COUNCILLORS 5
4. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST 6
5. GENERAL MANAGER’S DECLARATION 6
6. PLANNING AUTHORITY 7
6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS, SITE OFFICE,
SECURITY FENCING AND ACCESS ONTO OLD AERODROME ROAD, LOW HEAD 8
6.2 DA 2018/15: RESIDENTIAL – GARAGE – VARY SETBACKS AT 171 HILLWOOD ROAD,
HILLWOOD 35
7. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 50
8. WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE 51
9. CORPORATE AND FINANCE 51

9.1 DOG REGISTRATION FEES 2018/2019 52
9.2 LOAN COUNCIL ALLOCATION FOR 2018/2019 58
10. COMMUNITY SERVICES 62
11. MAYOR 63
11.1 MATTERS OF INVOLVEMENT – MAYOR 63
12. GENERAL MANAGER 64

12.1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS – APRIL 2018 64
13. PETITIONS 66
14. NOTICES OF MOTIONS 67
15. COUNCILLORS QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE TAKEN ON NOTICE FROM PREVIOUS

ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING 68
16. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS 70
17. CLOSED MEETING 71

17.1 INTO CLOSED MEETING 71
17.3 OUT OF CLOSED MEETING 72
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AGENDA
Meeting Commencing at 5.00pm
AUDIO RECORDING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS
The public is advised that it is Council Policy to record the proceedings of meetings of
Council on digital media to assist in the preparation of minutes, and to clarify any queries
relating to the Minutes that is raised during a subsequent meeting under the section
“Confirmation of Minutes”.
The recording does not replace the written minutes and a transcript of the recording will not
be prepared.
All meetings of the Council shall be digitally recorded as provided for by Regulation 33 of the
Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015 except for the proceedings of
meetings or parts of meetings closed to the public in accordance with Regulation 15(2).
In accordance with the requirements of Council’s Audio Recording of Council Meetings

Policy No. 40, members of the public are not permitted to make audio recordings of Council
meetings.
1. PRESENT
1.1 APOLOGIES
1.2 IN ATTENDANCE
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AGENDA
2. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
2.1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING HELD 21ST MARCH 2018
Moved:
Seconded:
That the Minutes of Council’s Ordinary meeting held on the 21st March 2018 numbered
034/18 to 048/19 and 050/18 as previously circulated to Elected Members be received and
confirmed as a true record of proceedings.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
3.1 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME PROCEDURE
[Refer to Minute No. 243/16. The period set aside for public question time will be at least 15
minutes. Questions given on notice will be addressed first. Once questions on notice have
been addressed, persons who have registered their interest to ask a question will be called
to do so in the order in which they have registered. Persons attending Council meetings will
have the opportunity to register their interest to ask a question without notice prior to the
commencement of the meeting. Council staff will be on hand to assist with this process.
Participants cannot ask more than 2 questions in a row with a maximum of 2 minutes per
question. If a person has more than (2) questions, they will be placed at the ‘end of the
queue’ and may, if time permits, ask their further questions once all other persons have had
an opportunity to ask questions. Persons who have not registered their interest to ask a
question will be given an opportunity to do so following all those who have registered. All
questions must be directed to the Chairperson.
For further information on Council’s Public Question Time Rules and Procedure, please refer
to George Town Council Public Question Time Policy No. 18.]
Questions asked and answers provided may be summarised in the minutes of the meeting.
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AGENDA
3.2 PUBLIC QUESTIONS ON NOTICE
Nil.
3.3 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
3.4 QUESTIONS ON NOTICE FROM COUNCILLORS
A question on notice was received from Cr Glisson. Refer item 17.1 closed meeting.
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AGENDA
4. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
5. GENERAL MANAGER’S DECLARATION
I certify that with respect to all advice, information or recommendations provided to Council
with this Agenda:
 the advice, information or recommendation is given by a person who has the

qualifications or experience necessary to give such advice, information or
recommendation; and
 where any advice is given directly to Council by a person who does not have the
required qualifications of experience, that person has obtained and taken into
account in that person’s general advice, the advice from an appropriately qualified or
experienced person.
Justine Brooks-Bedelph
GENERAL MANAGER
LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993 – SECTION 65
65. Qualified persons
(1) A general manager must ensure that any advice, information or recommendation
given to the council or a council committee is given by a person who has the
qualifications or experience necessary to give such advice, information or
recommendation.
(2) A council or council committee is not to decide on any matter which requires the
advice of a qualified person without considering such advice unless –
(a) the general manager certifies, in writing –
(i) that such advice was obtained; and
(ii) that the general manager took the advice into account in providing
general advice to the council or council committee; and
(b) a copy of that advice or, if the advice was given orally, a written transcript or
summary of that advice is provided to the council or council committee with
the general manager’s certificate.
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AGENDA
6. PLANNING AUTHORITY
The Council will act as a planning authority under the provisions of the Land Use Planning
and Approvals Act 1993 in respect of any items included in this section of the agenda.
Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015
25. Acting as a planning authority
(1) If a council or council committee intends to act at a meeting as a planning authority

under the Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993, the chairperson is to advise
the meeting accordingly.
(2) The general manager is to ensure that the reasons for a decision by a council or
council committee acting as a planning authority are recorded in the minutes of the
meeting.
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AGENDA
6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

SITE OFFICE, SECURITY FENCING AND ACCESS ONTO OLD AERODROME
ROAD, LOW HEAD
REPORT AUTHOR: Statutory Town Planner
REPORT DATE: 28 March 2018
ATTACHMENT: (A) Title Documents

(B) Development Plans
(C) Applicants planning response
(D) Solar Glare analysis for George Town Airport
(E) Representation
FILE NO: DA 2018/4
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicant: Epuron Solar Pty Ltd
Site Address: Old Aerodrome Road, Low Head
Titles details: CT 130563/2
Property ID: 3466455
Zone: Light Industrial Zone
Use: Utilities
Application Received: January 12th 2018
SUMMARY
Application is made for the construction of a solar farm and associated infrastructure on land
located on the corner of Old Aerodrome Road and Soldiers Settlement Road. The project is
classified as a level 1 activity, which means Council will regulate the activity. The
development consists of the following:
 Solar Panels (tracking)
 Two inverters (mobile and purpose built).
 Connection cubicle.
 Temporary hardstand.
 Fencing of the site
 Temporary site facilities.
 Internal roads and tracks
 Upgraded site access
The solar farm is expected to generate up to 5 megawatts and occupy an area of

approximately 12ha in size.
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AGENDA

ROAD, LOW HEAD (CONT.)
STRATEGIC PLAN 2016-2026
Goal 1: Foster the growth of a diverse business and industry mix and to foster
population growth.
Goal 4: Strengthen the vibrancy of our towns and enhance the benefits of living in a
rural setting and living close to the river and coast.
LOCATION
The site is located on the corner of Old Aerodrome Road and Soldiers Settlement Road. The
block has a current size of 12ha and is considered regular in shape. The land is within the
Light Industrial Zone of the George Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013, however is
currently vacant with no buildings on site. The land is currently used for grazing purposes,
with the majority of the site maintained as grassland. Vegetation is located along the
boundary abutting Soldiers Settlement Road and Old Aerodrome Road. There is an existing
unformed access to the site located on Soldiers Settlement Road which will require
upgrading as part of this process. The site is generally flat in nature with a slight slope down
to the north west.
Light Industrial Zone
Figure 1 - Zoning of subject site
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Figure 2 - view of subject site, taken from Figure 3 - Looking west down Soldiers Settlement
existing access onto Soldiers Settlement Road Road from existing access.
The site is adjoined by the George Town Airport to north and east of the lot. The airport
consists of numerous buildings and a 1.025km runway. Land to the south of Soldiers
Settlement Road contains a single dwelling, being approximately 100m from the subject site.
The next closest dwelling to the south west is approximately 200m from the subject site.
Land to the west of the site is utilised for agricultural purposes. With the exception of the
George Town Airport, the surrounding properties are all within the Rural Resource Zone.
Airport
Subject site
Vacant Land
Single dwellings
Vacant Land
Figure 4 - Aerial view of subject site and adjoining properties.
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DEVELOPMENT DESCRIPTION
The application seeks approval for the development of a 12ha solar farm with associated
infrastructure. Details of each component of the development are outlined below.
Solar Panels (tracking)

Banks of solar panels are to be installed across the site. The panels are not static panels
and will use a tracking system to achieve maximum solar efficiency. The panels can have a
maximum height of 3.5m when solar panels are positioned vertically. The panels will be
attached to a single axis tracking array which will rotate all panels simultaneously.
Two Inverters
Two purpose built mobile inverters will be installed on the site. The structures will be 6.09m
in length, and 2.59m in height. The inverters will be approximately 70m from the property
boundaries, with two inverters proposed in the centre of the lot.
Connection Cubicle
A connection cubicle and associated laydown storage area will be installed in the south west
corner of the site. The connection cubicle will have a size of 6m x 3m and a maximum height
of 2.8m. The connection cubicle will be approximately 8m from the front property boundary.
Temporary Hard Stand

A temporary hard stand area will be installed near the site facilities area. The hardstand will
be approximately 200m2 to accommodate construction materials and vehicles. The
hardstand area will be of gravel construction and drained to a small sediment pond in the
north west corner of the site.
Fencing and Signage

Cyclone chain wire security fencing will protect the infrastructure on site. The fencing will be
installed on the western and southern boundaries. The fencing will be standard security
fencing which will have a chain wire height of 1.8m, with maximum height not exceeding
2.5m. A gate will be located at the main access. Advisory signage will be placed on the
fencing surrounding the site making people aware of high voltage dangers within the
compound.
Temporary Site Facilities

A site facilities cubicle will be installed in the solar farm, near to the front access onto
Soldiers Settlement Road. The cubicle will be 6m x 3m and will be removed once the solar
farm is commissioned.
Internal Roads and Tracks

The site will be accessed internally by unformed tracks between the banks of solar panels.
There will be a main access track between the northern and southern banks of panels.
Access
The development will be accessed from Soldiers Settlement Roads. Site distances meet the
requirements of the scheme, the access will be upgraded to meet current crossover
standards.
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AGENDA

STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS
Under the scheme, the assessment of the solar farm and associated infrastructure is dealt
with under the following sections of the George Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013:
 24.0 Light Industrial Zone
This is an application which is to be determined under section 57 of the Land Use Planning
and Approval Act 1993 (the Act) as discretionary.
Use Class
The use is classed as Utilities. The definition of Utilities is:
Use of land for utilities and infrastructure including:
(a) Telecommunications;
(b) Electricity generation;
(c) Transmitting or distributing gas, oil, or power;
(d) Transport networks;
(e) Collecting, treating, transmitting, storing or distributing water; or
(f) Collecting, treating, or disposing of storm or floodwater, sewage, or sullage.
Examples include an electrical sub-station or powerline, gas, water or sewerage main, optic
fibre main or distribution hub, pumping station, railway line, retarding basin, road, sewage
treatment plant, storm or flood water drain, water storage dam and weir.
The proposed solar farm and associated infrastructure fall within the above definition since
they provide infrastructure for electricity generation.
The solar farm and associated infrastructure are not classified as minor utilities, which
results in the use class being categorised as a permitted use within the Light Industrial Zone
PLANNING ASSESSMENT
24.0 Light Industrial Zone
24.1 Zone Purpose

24.1.1 Zone Purpose Statements
24.1.1.1 To provide for manufacturing, processing, repair, storage and distribution of

goods and materials where off-site impacts are minimal or can be managed to
minimise conflict or impact on the amenity of any other uses.
24.1.1.2 To focus light industrial use and development into appropriate areas suitable for
its needs.
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24.1.1.3 To provide for ’non-industrial’ uses that either support, supply or facilitate
industrial development.
24.1.2 Local Area Objectives
To provide for low impact industry that will not compromise the future development of
nearby residential zones.
24.1.3 Desired Future Character Statements
Development will compromise small to medium industrial style buildings. Off street car
parking, external storage and on-site loading and unloading may be located of buildings
and visible from the street.
24.3 Use Standards
24.3.1 Emissions
Objective
To ensure that emissions to air, land and water are reduced to the greatest extent
practicable in consideration of proximity to sensitive uses.
Performance Criteria Proposed Solution
P1 The use must not cause or be likely to The application relies on performance
cause an adverse impact to the criteria, as the use is within 100m of
amenity of sensitive uses through residential dwelling to the south east of the
emissions including noise, smoke, site. The applicant has provided the
odour, dust and illumination. following response:
“There will be no emission of odour,

illumination (no lighting proposed) or smoke.
Glare has been assessed as not causing a

nuisance, especially to the airport due to the
tracking of the solar panels.
Dust may be generated by trucks/vehicles

using the access and during construction,
however standard dust mitigation measures
will be applied during the construction
process.
The use of the access, which is within the

100m radius of the sensitive use, will
generate noise from trucks and vehicles.
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During construction there will be several

trucks per day. No other parts of the
development or use are within 100m of the
nearest sensitive use. Operating hours will
be limited to standard construction periods
to manage noise from using the access”.
Council Response: The performance criteria has been complied with.
As the applicant has noted in the submission, the panels themselves are not within 100m
of a residence, but rather the access and a small part of the driveway is within 100m of a
residence. Therefore, Council must assess what impact the use of the driveway and
access will have on the residence.
Given the setback is approximately 90m from the residence, the impact is seen as being
minimal. The access and track will be utilised more intensively during the construction
phase, however will have minimal use once the panels are up and running.
As noted by the applicant, there is no proposed lighting of the site and noise from the
access/driveway area will be minimal. No objection was received from this residence
during the advertising period.
The performance criteria are assessed as being met, as the use in this part of the site will
not result in an environmental nuisance to the nearby residence.
Acceptable Solution Proposed Solution
A2 All solid waste produced through Not applicable. No solid waste will be
processing or manufacturing produced by the use.
operations on the site must be
removed and disposed of:
a) by a licensed waste removal

operator; or
b) in accordance with a management

plan approved by the Environment
Protection Authority.
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24.4 Development Standards
24.4.1 Building Design and Siting
Objective
To ensure that the site and layout, building design and form is visually compatible with
surrounding development.
Acceptable Solutions Proposed Solution
A1 Building height must not exceed: Acceptable solution achieved. All buildings
will be less than 10m in height. Details of
a) 10m or building height is contained in section 4 of
this report.
b) the average of the heights of buildings
on immediately adjoining titles.
P2 Frontage setbacks must be: The application relies on performance

criteria since the panels will have a 6m
a) in keeping with or to enhance the setback from the front boundary of Soldiers
streetscape character; and Settlement Road. The applicant has
responded to the performance criteria
b) consistent with the local area below:
objectives, if any.
“The setback of 6m from the frontage onto
Soldiers Settlement Road is in keeping with
the streetscape character.
The existing shelterbelts on the western and

southern property boundary will be
unaffected by the construction of the solar
farm. The fence line will be installed inside
the shelterbelts.
The front setbacks are consistent with the

Local Area Objective which is:
To provide for low impact industry that will

not compromise the future development of
nearby residential zones”.
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Council Response: The performance criteria have been complied with.
As noted by the applicant, the setback encroachment to a frontage is only relevant to

Soldiers Settlement Road, with the setback to Old Aerodrome Road being achieved.
Therefore, the performance criteria is assessed based on Soldiers Settlement Road.
The development must be in keeping with the streetscape as outlined in the performance
criteria. It is assessed that there is no clearly defined streetscape within this part of Low
Head.
The area is predominantly rural in nature, being characterised by open paddocks and
shelterbelts adjoining the road reserve. As noted by the applicant, the solar panels will be
largely screened by existing vegetation within the property boundaries/road reserve. This
vegetation will be retained with the proposed fencing occurring inside of this screening.
With this in mind, the variation from a 10m setback to a 6m setback will be in keeping with
the current streetscape in the area.
The development is consistent with the local area objective as it is considered a low impact
use which is over 500m from residential zones to the west.
The performance criteria is assessed as being met.
Figure 5 - Existing vegetation screening along Soldiers Settlement Road. Vegetation to be retained.
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A3.1 Buildings must be set back from side Acceptable solution achieved. All buildings
boundaries a minimum distance of 3m have side and rear setbacks of over 3m.
and
A3.2 Buildings must be set back from rear

boundaries a minimum distance of
3m.
E4.0 Road and Railway Code
E4.6 Use Standards
E4.6.1 Use and road or rail infrastructure
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of road and rail infrastructure is not reduced by
the creation of new accesses and junctions or increased use of existing accesses and
junctions.
A1 Sensitive use on or within 50m of a Not applicable. Use is not a sensitive use.
category 1 or 2 road, in an area
subject to a speed limit of more than
60km/h, a railway or future road or
railway, must not result in an increase
to the annual average daily traffic
(AADT) movements to or from the site
by more than 10%.
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A2 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h Not applicable. Speed limit is more than
or less the use must not generate 60km/h on Soldiers Settlement Road.
more than a total of 40 vehicle entry
and exit movements per day
P3 For limited access roads and roads Application relies on performance criteria as
with a speed limit of more than use of the existing access will increase by
60km/h: more than 10%.
a) access to a category 1 road or The applicant has responded to the

limited access road must only be performance criteria and provided a TIA.
via an existing access or junction
or the use or development must “The section of Soldiers Settlement Road is
provide a significant social and not a category 1 road. The use of the
economic benefit to the State or existing access will increase during
region; and construction and then will be used as it
currently was prior to the development
phase. The access will be upgraded to
comply with the IPWEA Standard provided”.
b) any increase in use of an existing

access or junction or development of
a new access or junction to a limited
access road or a category 1, 2 or 3
road must be for a use that is
dependent on the site for its unique
resources, characteristics or
locational attributes and an alternate
site or access to a category 4 or 5
road is not practicable; and
c) an access or junction which is

increased in use or is a new access
or junction must be designed and
located to maintain an adequate level
of safety and efficiency for all road
users.
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Council Response: The performance criteria has been complied with.
The applicant has correctly noted that the existing access receives very little use, with the
land currently used for grazing. The use of the access will be intensified during the
construction phase, however will likely only be used sparingly once the development has
been completed. The location of the access is appropriate and has been assessed by
Councils Engineering Department. The existing crossover must be upgraded in
accordance with Councils standard drawings. A condition has been included on the permit
to ensure this is completed.
E4.7 Development Standards
E4.7.1 Development on and adjacent to Existing and Future Arterial Roads and
Railways
Objective
To ensure that development on or adjacent to class 1 or 2 roads (outside 60km/h),

railways and future roads and railways is managed to:
a) ensure the safe and efficient operation of roads and railways; and
b) allow for future road and rail widening, realignment and upgrading; and
c) avoid undesirable interaction between roads and railways and other use or
development.
A1 The following must be at least 50m Acceptable solution achieved.

from a railway, a future road or
railway, and a category 1 or 2 road in a) The proposed buildings will be over
an area subject to a speed limit of 50m from a category 1 or 2 road.
more than 60km/h:
b) Not applicable.
a) new road works, buildings, additions
and extensions, earthworks and c) Not applicable.
landscaping works; and
b) building areas on new lots; and
c) outdoor sitting, entertainment and

children’s play areas
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E4.7.2 Management of Road Accesses and Junctions
Objective
To ensure that the safety and efficiency of roads is not reduced by the creation of new
accesses and junctions or increased use of existing accesses and junctions.
A1 For roads with a speed limit of 60km/h Not applicable. Speed limit is greater than
or less the development must include 60km/h.
only one access providing both entry
and exit, or two accesses providing
separate entry and exit.
A2 For roads with a speed limit of more Acceptable solution achieved. There is no
than 60km/h the development must proposed new access or junction.
not include a new access or junction.
E4.7.3 Management of Rail Level Crossings – Not applicable. No nearby railway.
E4.7.4 Sight Distance at Accesses, Junctions and Level Crossings
Objective
To ensure that use and development involving or adjacent to accesses, junctions and
level crossings allows sufficient sight distance between vehicles and between vehicles
and trains to enable safe movement of traffic.
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A1 Sight distances at Acceptable solution achieved.
a) an access or junction must comply a) The existing access has over 140m
with the Safe Intersection Sight sight distance in either direction.
Distance shown in Table E4.7.4; and This complies with the requirements
of the Roads code.
b) rail level crossings must comply with
AS1742.7 Manual of uniform traffic b) Not applicable
control devices - Railway crossings,
Standards Association of Australia; or c) Not applicable.
c) If the access is a temporary access,

the written consent of the relevant
authority has been obtained.
E6.0 Car Parking Code
E6.6 Use Standards
E6.6.1 Car Parking Numbers
Objective
To ensure that an appropriate level of car parking is provided to service use.
A1 The number of car parking spaces will Acceptable solution achieved.

not:
The use class of Utilities requires zero car
a) If for dwellings in the General spaces in accordance with table E6.1. The
Residential Zone, be less than 100% development is therefore not required to
of the requirements of Table E6.1; or provide any car parking spaces on site.
b) be less than 90% of the requirements

of Table E6.1 and not exceed the
requirements of Table E6.1 by more
than 2 spaces or 5% whichever is the
greater (except for dwellings in the
General Residential Zone).
E6.6.2 Bicycle Parking Numbers
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Objective
To encourage cycling as a mode of transport within areas subject to urban speed zones
by ensuring safe, secure and convenient parking for bicycles.
A1.1 Permanently accessible bicycle Acceptable solution achieved.

parking or storage spaces must be
provided either on the site or within The use class of Utilities requires zero bike
50m of the site in accordance with the spaces in accordance with table E6.1. The
requirements of Table E6.1; or development is therefore not required to
provide any bike parking spaces on site.
A1.2 The number of spaces must be in
accordance with a parking precinct
plan contained in Table E6.6: Precinct
Parking Plans.
E6.6.3 Taxi Drop-off and Pickup
Objective
To ensure that taxis can adequately access developments.
A1 One dedicated taxi drop-off and Not applicable
pickup space must be provided for
every 50 car spaces required by
Table E6.1 or part thereof (except
for dwellings in the General
Residential Zone).
E6.6.4 Motorbike Parking Provisions
Objective
To ensure that motorbikes are adequately provided for in parking considerations.
A1 One motorbike parking space must be Not applicable.

provided for each 20 car spaces
required by Table E6.1 or part
thereof.
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E6.7.1 Construction of Car Parking Spaces and Access Strips
Objective
To ensure that car parking spaces and access strips are constructed to an appropriate
standard.
P1 All car parking, access strips Performance criteria is relied upon since
manoeuvring and circulation spaces the temporary hard stand area is not
must be readily identifiable and sealed. The applicant has provided the
constructed to ensure that they are following response:
useable in all weather conditions.
“The hardstand area will be constructed
from materials to avoid erosion and
sedimentation, it will be usable in all
weather conditions”
Council Response: The application complies with performance criteria.
The hardstand area will be adequate considering the topography of the site, the setback
from boundaries and the degree of use. The application is assessed as complying with the
performance criteria.
E6.7.2 Design and Layout of Car Parking - Not applicable.
E6.7.3 Car Parking Access, Safety and Security - Not applicable.
E6.7.4 Parking for Persons with a Disability - Not applicable.
E6.7.6 Loading and Unloading of Vehicles, Drop-off and Pickup
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Objective
To ensure adequate access for people and goods delivery and collection and to prevent
loss of amenity and adverse impacts on traffic flows.
A1 For retail, commercial, industrial, a) There is sufficient room on the

service industry or warehouse or hardstand area which allows loading
storage uses: and unloading of vehicle.
a) at least one loading bay must be b) The area, while not specifically
provided in accordance with Table constructed as a loading bay will be
E6.4; and appropriate for the type of vehicle
utilising the site during construction
of the facility. No loading bay will be
required once the use is operational.
b) loading and bus bays and access

strips must be designed in
accordance with Australian Standard
AS/NZS 2890.3 2002 for the type of
vehicles that will use the site.
E6.8 Provisions for Sustainable Transport – Not applicable.
E9.0 Water Quality Code
E9.5 Use Standards
Not used in this Scheme.
E9.6.1 Development and Construction Practices and Riparian Vegetation
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Objective
To protect the hydrological and biological roles of wetlands and watercourses from the
effects of development.
A1 Native vegetation is retained within: Acceptable solution achieved.
a) 40m of a wetland, watercourse or a) Native vegetation will be retained

mean high water mark; and within 40m of a wetland. No
vegetation removal.
b) a Ben Lomond Water catchment
area - inner buffer. b) No Ben Lomond catchment areas
within the buffer.
P2 Disturbance of wetlands must The application must address criteria since

minimise loss of hydrological and the small farm dam in the north west corner
biological values, having regard to: will be filled. The applicant has responded to
the performance criteria below:
(i) natural flow regimes, water
quality and biological diversity “The dam has insignificant biodiversity
of any waterway or wetland; values and is not a natural functional
wetland. The dam is a hole in the ground dug
(ii) design and operation of any within a paddock with the only input being
buildings, works or structures surface water flows across the property itself,
on or near the wetland or hence its contribution to the hydrological
waterway; cycle is negligible. It has no context relative
to other drains or natural watercourses in the
(iii) opportunities to establish or region”.
retain native riparian
vegetation;
sources and types of potential

contamination of the wetland or waterway.
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AGENDA

Council Response: The performance criteria has been achieved. The dam is man made
and ultimately fits the definition of a watercourse, however as has been discussed, there
is no evidence of biological values and the dam has no connection to any other wetland or
watercourses in the area.
The performance criteria has been satisfied on the basis that there appears no evidence
of hydrological and biological values.
A3 A watercourse must not be filled, Acceptable solution achieved. A watercourse

piped or channelled except to will not be filled, piped or channelled.
provide a culvert for access
purposes.
E9.6.2 Water Quality Management
Objective
To maintain water quality at a level which will not affect aquatic habitats, recreational
assets, or sources of supply for domestic, industrial and agricultural uses.
A1 All stormwater must be:
a) connected to a reticulated a) There will effectively be no increase in

stormwater system; or stormwater as a result of the
development. Stormwater from
b) where ground surface runoff is buildings will be very minimal.
collected, diverted through a
sediment and grease trap or artificial b) Acceptable solution achieved. Ground
wetlands prior to being discharged surface run off will be collected and
into a natural wetland or directed through sediment traps prior
watercourse; or to being discharges into drains around
the property.
c) diverted to an on-site system that
contains stormwater within the site. c) Onsite stormwater detention will not
be required.
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AGENDA

A2.1 No new point source discharge Acceptable solution achieved.

directly into a wetland or
watercourse. A1.1 - no new sources discharge point
A2.2 For existing point source discharges A2.2 – no current discharge points into
into a wetland or watercourse there wetlands.
is to be no more than 10% increase
over the discharge which existed at
the effective date.
E9.6.3 Construction of Roads
Objective
To ensure that roads, private roads or private tracks do not result in erosion, siltation or
affect water quality.
A1 A road or track does not cross, enter Acceptable solution achieved.

or drain to a watercourse or wetland.
No road or track will cross or enter a wetland.
E9.6.4 Access – not applicable
E9.6.5 Sediment and Erosion Control – Not applicable. Application is not for
subdivision.
E9.6.6 Ben Lomond Water Catchment Areas – Not applicable. Application is not
within a catchment area.
E14.0 Signage Code
E14.6 Development Standards for Buildings and Works
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E14.6.1 Design and Siting of Signs

Objective: To:
(a) provide for appropriate signage that is well designed and sited; and
(b) ensure that signs do not contribute to visual clutter or cause an
unreasonable loss of visual amenity to the locality.
A1
A sign must: a) Acceptable solution achieved. The
proposed warning signs around the
(a) be located within the applicable Zone
outer security fence have been
for the relevant sign type set out in
classified as a wall sign. The wall
Table E14.6; and
signs are permissible in the Light
(b) meet the sign standards for the Industrial Zone.
relevant sign type set out in Table
b) The signs will not extend above the
E14.6;
fence, will not have an area of 4.5m2
excluding for the following sign types, for and will not occupy more than 25% of
which there is no Acceptable Solution: the fence area.
(i) roof sign;
(ii) sky sign; and
(iii) poster panel (billboard).
A2
A sign must be not less than 2m from the Acceptable solution achieved. The sign is not
boundary of any lot in the General less than 2m from the boundary of a
Residential Zone, Low Density Residential residential zone.
Zone, or Rural Living Zone.
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P3 Performance criteria is relied upon since

there will be multiple warning signs on the
The number of signs for each business or
fences around the site. This will not result in
tenancy on a street frontage must:
visual clutter. The signs are not large and are
(a) not unreasonably increase in the appropriate given the nature of the site and
existing level of visual clutter in the potential for possible danger.
streetscape, and where possible,
reduce any existing visual clutter in
the streetscape by replacing existing
signs with fewer, more effective signs;
and
not involve the repetition of messages or

information.
E14.6.2 Illumination of Signs – Not applicable
E14.6.3 Third party Sign – Not applicable
REFFERALS
Internal Referrals
Building Surveyor
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Building Surveyor, who provided the following
comment:
- Category 3 notifiable works.
Environmental Health Officer

The proposal was referred to the Council’s Environmental Health Officer, who provided the
following comment:
- No Environmental Health Requirements.
Engineering Services
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Project Engineer, who provided the following
conditions to be included with the development.
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AGENDA

- VEHICULAR CROSSINGS
Before the commencement of the use, an upgraded vehicular crossover must be
provided in accordance with LGAT Standard Drawing TSD-R05-v1 “Truck Access to
rural properties”. All this work must be at expense of the person responsible and
subject to any conditions contained within a Council vehicular crossing permit.
Plumbing Surveyor
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Plumbing Surveyor, who provided the following
comment:
- No plumbing permit required
External Referrals
The application was referred to Tasgas Pipeline since it was within the pipeline easement.
TGP responded on the 14th February stating they had no objection to the proposed
development.
REPRESENTATIONS
The application was advertised for community consultation from the 21/02/2018 – 7/3/2018.
One (1) representation was received and is summarised below.
A copy of the representation has also been included as an attachment to this report.
Issue raised in representation Council response
“The solar farm is going to impact the value Impacts a development may or may not have
of our property” on properties are not given consideration
under the George Town Interim Planning
Scheme 2013 or under the Land Use
Planning and Approvals Act 1993. No
change to the proposal is recommended.
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AGENDA

“The visual look of the solar panels from our The representor’s property is located
property is extremely unappealing” approximately 200m from the edge of the
solar farm site.
Within the Light Industrial Zone provisions

there is no criteria that provides Council the
opportunity to assess the visual look of solar
panels from nearby properties.
It is noted that the local area objectives

states:
To provide for low impact industry that will

not compromise the future development of
nearby residential zones.
While the representor’s property is a

residential use, it is not within a residential
zone. The representor’s property is within the
Rural Resource Zone. The closest residential
zone is the Low Density Residential Zone
approximately 500m away.
Notwithstanding the above, it is noted that

partial screening will be provided around the
site which will provide some natural
screening. Given the industrial zoning, the
provisions have not been written to protect
nearby residential uses.
No change to the proposal is recommended.
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AGENDA

Subject Site
200m from
subject site
Representor’s property
Figure 6 - Aerial view showing distance from representors property to subject site
SERVICES
Sewer
Reticulated sewer is not connected to the subject lot.
Water
Reticulated water is currently connected to the lot.
Storm Water
The lot currently has no stormwater connection. There are roadside drains provided along
both Soldiers Settlement Road and Old Aerodrome Road.
STATE POLICIES
State Policy on the Protection of Water Quality Management 1997

This State Policy aims to achieve the sustainable management of Tasmania’s surface water
and ground water resources by protecting or enhancing their qualities, while allowing for
sustainable development.
The application has addressed the water quality code and complies with all relevant
requirements. The site will produce minimal stormwater as a result of development.
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AGENDA

State Coastal Policy 1996

Not applicable. The development is not within 1km of the coastline.
State Policy on the Protection of Agricultural Land 2009

Not applicable. The property is not located on agricultural zoned land. The property is within
the Light Industrial Zone.
CONCLUSION
The application to construct a solar farm with associated infrastructure at Old Aerodrome
Road, Low Head, is consistent with the intent of the Light Industrial Zone of the George
Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013. The development has been assessed against all
relevant provisions within the Light Industrial Zone and any relevant codes. The
representation has been examined and taken into consideration when putting forward a
recommendation of approval to Council.
OFFICER’S RECOMMENDATION
That the application for a solar farm, including tracking panels, inverters, site office, security
fencing and access, for land at Old Aerodrome Road, Low Head (CT 130563/2) be APPROVED
subject to the following conditions:
1. ENDORSED PLANS
The use and/or development must be carried out as shown on the endorsed plans
and described in the endorsed documents to the satisfaction of the Council. Any
other proposed development and/or use will require a separate application to and
assessment by the Council.
2. SITE MANAGEMENT PLAN

Prior to the commencement of any works, a site management plan must be
submitted detailing how the site will be managed during the construction and
operation periods of the project. Should the plan be updated at any stage during the
life of the development, an updated plan is to be provided for Council’s records.
3. NO FURTHER VEGETATION REMOVAL

No other tree or vegetation is to be felled, lopped, topped, ring-barked, uprooted, or
otherwise wilfully destroyed or removed, without the further written consent of the
Council.
4. NO POLLUTED RUNOFF
No polluted and/or sediment laden runoff must be discharged directly or indirectly
into Council’s drains or watercourses during and after development.
5. VEHICULAR CROSSINGS
Before the commencement of the use, an upgraded vehicular crossover must be
provided in accordance with LGAT Standard Drawing TSD-R05-v1 “Truck Access to
rural properties”. All this work must be at expense of the person responsible and
subject to any conditions contained within a Council vehicular crossing permit.
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Permit Notes
A. This permit was issued based on the proposal documents submitted for (DA 2018/4).
You should contact Council with any other use or developments, as they may require
the separate approval of Council.
B. This permit takes effect after:

a) the 14 day appeal period expires; or
b) any appeal to the Resource Management and Planning Appeal Tribunal is
abandoned or determined; or.
c) any agreement that is required by this permit pursuant to Part V of the Land
Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 is executed; or
d) any other required approvals under this or any other Act are granted.
C. This permit is valid for two (2) years only from the date of approval and will thereafter
lapse if the development is not substantially commenced. A two year extension may
be granted if a request is received at least 6 weeks prior to the expiration date.
D. If any Aboriginal relics are uncovered during works;

a. All works are to cease within a delineated area sufficient to protect the unearthed
and other possible relics from destruction,
b. The presence of a relic is to be reported to Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania Phone:
(03) 6233 6613 or 1300 135 513 (ask for Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania) Fax:
(03) 6233 5555 Email: aboriginal@heritage.tas.gov.au; and
c. the relevant approval processes will apply with state and federal government
agencies.
E. The granting of this permit takes no account of any covenants applicable to the land.
The permit holder and any other interested party, should make their own enquires as
to whether the proposed development is effected, restricted or prohibited by any such
covenant.
If the proposal is non-compliant with any restrictive covenants, those restrictive

covenants should be removed from the title prior to construction commencing or the
owner will carry the liability of potential legal action in the future.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
6.2 DA 2018/15: RESIDENTIAL – GARAGE – VARY SETBACKS AT 171 HILLWOOD

ROAD, HILLWOOD
REPORT AUTHOR: Statutory Town Planner
REPORT DATE: 04/04/2018
ATTACHMENT: (A) Title

(B) Development Plans
(C) Applicants cover letter
(D) Representation
FILE NO: DA 2018/15
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicant: A. Ernst
Site Address: 171 Hillwood Road, Hillwood
Titles details: CT 144122/1
Property ID: 2626197
Zone: Rural Resource
Use: Residential
Application Received: March 7th 2018
SUMMARY
Application is made for the construction of a small outbuilding. The proposed garage will be
6m x 3.5m and be utilised for the storage of a horse float and fire wood. The garage is
associated with an existing residential dwelling and will be predominantly screened from
adjoining properties by existing vegetation.
STRATEGIC PLAN 2016-2026
Goal 1: Foster the growth of a diverse business and industry mix and to foster
population growth.
Goal 4: Strengthen the vibrancy of our towns and enhance the benefits of living in a
rural setting and living close to the river and coast.
LOCATION
The site is located at 171 Hillwood Road, Hillwood. The property has a total size of 19.14ha
and is generally rectangular in shape. The block is currently dual zoned, with the majority of
the land being within the Rural Resource Zone. Land to the south west of the existing
dwelling is within the Rural Living Zone of the George Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013.
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AGENDA

ROAD, HILLWOOD (CONT.)
As the development is within the area of land zoned as Rural Resource, only the Rural
Resource Zone criteria has been addressed.
The site currently contains a single dwelling with associated outbuildings. There is a large
dam located in the north eastern part of the site. Access to the property is via a sealed
Council maintained Road.
Adjoining properties are largely agricultural in nature, with the property at 191 Hillwood Road
being utilised for grape growing, and the property at 139 Hillwood Road, being operated by
the Hillwood Berry Company. Parcels of land to the west of the site are utilised for residential
purposes.
Rural
Resource
Zone
Subject site
Rural Living
Zone
Figure 7 - Zoning of subject site
DEVELOPMENT DESCRIPTION
The application seeks approval for the development of a 6m x 3.5m garage. The Garage will
be a class 10 non habitable structure and will be open on all sides. The structure will have a
gable roof, being 5.5m in height from natural ground level, with a wall height of 3.5m.
The development will be setback 16.2m from the northern property boundary and 60m from
the southern property boundary. There is a setback from the eastern boundary of
approximately 210m.
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AGENDA

The applicant has stated that the garage will be used to store and protect a horse trailer, as
well as for the storage of production wood and farm equipment.
Figure 8 - Area for proposed 6m x 3.5m garage
Figure 9 - Aerial view showing side boundary setbacks to Rural Resource Zone
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AGENDA

Under the scheme, the assessment of the outbuilding is dealt with under the following
sections of the George Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013:
 26.0 Rural Resource Zone
This is an application which is to be determined under section 57 of the Land Use Planning
and Approval Act 1993 (the Act) as discretionary.
Use Class
The use is classed as Residential. The definition of residential is:
Use of land for self-contained or shared living accommodation. Examples

include an ancillary dwelling, boarding house, communal residence, home-
based business, hostel, residential aged care home, residential college, respite
centre, retirement village and single or multiple dwellings.
The definition of dwelling is:

Means a building, or part of a building, used as a self-contained residence
and which includes food preparation facilities, a bath or shower, laundry
facilities, a toilet and sink, and any outbuilding and works normally forming
part of a dwelling.
As noted in the above definition, an outbuilding which is normally associated with a dwelling
is considered under the definition of a dwelling. As there is no evident agricultural use taking
place on the property, the proposed garage has been determined to be associated with the
existing single dwelling, and therefore classified as a Residential use.
PLANNING ASSESSMENT
26.0 Rural Resource Zone
26.1 Zone Purpose

26.1.1 Zone Purpose Statements
26.1.1.1 To provide for the sustainable use or development of resources for agriculture,
aquaculture, forestry, mining and other primary industries, including opportunities
for resource processing.
26.1.1.2 To provide for other use or development that does not constrain or conflict with
resource development uses.
26.1.1.3 To provide for economic development that is compatible with primary industry,
environmental and landscape values.
26.1.1.4 To provide for tourism-related use and development where the sustainable
development of rural resources will not be compromised.
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26.1.2 Local Area Objectives
a) Primary Industries: Response:
Resources for primary industries make a significant a) The use is classified

contribution to the rural economy and primary as residential. There is an
industry uses are to be protected for long-term existing residential use
sustainability. already onsite. The
residential use will not be
The prime and non-prime agricultural land intensified as a result of the
resource provides for variable and diverse development.
agricultural and primary industry production which
will be protected through individual consideration of
the local context.
As the development is for a

Processing and services can augment the garage (non habitable), the
productivity of primary industries in a locality and building and use will have
are supported where they are related to primary no impact on adjoining
industry uses and the long-term sustainability of agricultural activities or
the resource is not unduly compromised. primary industry uses.
b) Tourism
Tourism is an important contributor to the rural b) Not applicable. The

economy and can make a significant contribution development is for a
to the value adding of primary industries through garage. Has no tourism
visitor facilities and the downstream processing of related benefits.
produce. The continued enhancement of tourism
facilities with a relationship to primary production is
supported where the long-term sustainability of the
resource is not unduly compromised.
The rural zone provides for important regional and

local tourist routes and destinations such as
through the promotion of environmental features
and values, cultural heritage and landscape. The
continued enhancement of tourism facilities that
capitalise on these attributes is supported where
the long-term sustainability of primary industry
resources is not unduly compromised.
c) Rural Communities c) The development is

Services to the rural locality through provision for a private residential garage.
home-based business can enhance the The development will not
sustainability of rural communities. Professional serve the rural communities
as it is not a business and
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and other business services that meet the needs of professional services use.
rural populations are supported where they
accompany a residential or other established use
and are located appropriately in relation to
settlement activity centres and surrounding primary
industries such that the integrity of the activity
centre is not undermined and primary industries
are not unreasonably confined or restrained.
26.1.3 Desired Future Character Statements
The visual impacts of use and development within the Response:

rural landscape are to be minimised such that the effect
is not obtrusive. a) The use is classified as
residential. The development
a) Except for a wind farm and associated utilities will not be visible from the road
infrastructure located at 553 Old Aerodrome Road or obvious when viewed from
(CT 198926/1), 381 Soldiers Settlement Road adjoining properties.
(CTs 210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers
Settlement Road (CTs 152982/5, 104543/1 and
104543/2); and
b) To provide for a wind farm and associated utilities

infrastructure at 553 Old Aerodrome Road (CT
198926/1), 381 Soldiers Settlement Road (CTs
210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers Settlement
Road (CTs 152982/5, 104543/1 and 104543/2)
which requires a rural location for operational,
security, management and proximity to
transmission network reasons; and
c) To ensure that the wind farm and associated
utilities infrastructure at 553 Old Aerodrome Road
(CT 198926/1), 381 Soldiers Settlement Road
(CTs 210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers
Settlement Road (CTs 152982/5, 104543/1 and
104543/2) is of a scale and intensity that is
appropriate having regard to the adjoining rural
area.
26.3 Use Standards
26.3.1 Discretionary Uses if not a single dwelling – Not applicable
As the outbuilding is associated with the existing single dwelling, the use
standards which apply to dwellings have been applied to this development.
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26.3.2 Dwellings
Objective
To ensure that dwellings are:
a) incidental to resource development; or
b) located on land with limited rural potential where they do not constrain surrounding
agricultural operations.
A1.1 Development must be for the A1.1 - Acceptable solution achieved. The
alteration, extension or replacement of residential use is currently existing on site.
existing dwellings; or The outbuilding serves as an extension of
this existing residential use and is not
A1.2 Ancillary dwellings must be located classified as a new use.
within the curtilage of the existing
dwelling on the property. A1.2 – Not applicable. Application is not for
an ancillary dwelling.
26.3.3 Irrigation Districts
Objective
To ensure that land within irrigation districts proclaimed under Part 9 of the Water
Management Act 1999 is not converted to uses that will compromise the utilisation of
water resources.
A1 Non-agricultural uses are not located Acceptable solution achieved. The

within an irrigation district proclaimed residential use is not within an irrigation
under Part 9 of the Water district
Management Act 1999.
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26.4 Development Standards
26.4.1 Building Location and Appearance
Objective
To ensure that the:
a) ability to conduct extractive industries and resource development will not be

constrained by conflict with sensitive uses; and
b) development of buildings is unobtrusive and complements the character of the

landscape except for a wind farm and associated utilities infrastructure located at
553 Old Aerodrome Road (CT 198926/1), 381 Soldiers Settlement Road (CTs
210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers Settlement Road (CTs 152982/5, 104543/1
and 104543/2); and
c) the wind turbine height at 553 Old Aerodrome Road (CT 198926/1), 381 Soldiers
Settlement Road (CTs 210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers Settlement Road
(CTs 152982/5, 104543/1 and 104543/2) is;
(i) necessary for the operation of the use; and
(ii) minimises adverse impacts on neighbouring properties.
a) Acceptable solution achieved. As the

A1 Building height must not exceed: outbuilding is associated with the
a) 8m for dwellings; or existing dwelling and is therefore
defined as a dwelling, the height must
b) 12m for other purposes; or not exceed 8m. The proposed height
of 5.5m complies with this criteria.
c) 180 metres blade tip height for wind
turbines located at 553 Old
b) Not applicable.
Aerodrome Road (CT 198926/1), 381
Soldiers Settlement Road (CTs
210237/1 and 212067/1) and Soldiers c) Not applicable.
Settlement Road (CTs 152982/5,
104543/1 and 104543/2) provided that
the turbines are setback:
(i) in accordance with A2.1; and
(ii) a minimum of 100m from Five
Mile Bluff Conservation area;
and
(iii) a minimum of 165m from a
public road.
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P2 Buildings must be setback so that the Performance criteria is relied upon as the
use is not likely to constrain adjoining setback of 50m to a boundary cannot be
primary industry operations having achieved. The proposed setback of 16.5m
regard to: to the western boundary is less than the
required 50m, therefore performance
a) the topography of the land; and criteria must be relied upon. The criteria is
responded to below.
b) buffers created by natural or other
features; and The applicant has provided the following
response:
c) the location of development on
adjoining lots; and “The shed is 6m long and 3.5m wide and
5.5m high. It is demountable on saddles
d) the nature of existing and potential and used for protection of a horse trailer
adjoining uses; and and storage of production wood and farm
e) the ability to accommodate a lesser equipment. The distance from the
setback to the road having regard to: boundary is 16.2m. It is a small shed. The
adjoining land is unused grazing land
i) the design of the development (unimproved pasture). The boundary to
and landscaping; and the neighbour has on my property side a
tree/shrub buffer zone, Hence the shed
ii) the potential for future upgrading does not constrain the conduct of
of the road; and extractive industries and resource
development. The shed is unobtrusive
iii) potential traffic safety hazards; and complements the character of the
and landscape”.
iv) Appropriate noise attenuation.
Planners Response:
Performance criteria is relied upon as the setback of 50m to a boundary cannot be

achieved. The proposed setback of 16.5m to the western boundary is less than the
required 50m, therefore performance criteria must be relied upon. The criteria is
responded to below.
The development will not constrain adjoining primary industry operations having regard
to:
a) The topography of the land doesn’t have any impact on this application.
b) There are natural buffers in the form of trees on both sides providing full screening
to the south east and partial screening to the north west.
c) The Hillwood area is currently a mixture of agricultural and residential

development. As stated previously, the residential use is already existing onsite.
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d)The area is currently a mixture of agricultural and residential uses.
e)There will be no impact on the road network as a result of the garage.
Performance criteria has been achieved. There will be no impact on adjoining properties
as a result of the proposed garage. The existing residential use will not be intensified.
26.4.2 Subdivision – Not applicable.
E6.0 Car Parking Code
The car parking code applies to all use and development. As the proposed development
does not intensify a residential use, or result in any additional bedrooms, the Planning
Scheme does not require any additional car parking spaces to be provided or developed.
With this in mind the requirements of the code are deemed to be achieved.
REFFERALS
Internal Referrals
Building Surveyor
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Building Surveyor, who provided the following
comment:
- Category 3 notifiable works.
Environmental Health Officer

The proposal was referred to the Council’s Environmental Health Officer, who provided the
following comment:
- No Environmental Health Requirements.
Engineering Services
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Project Engineer, who provided the following
conditions to be included with the development.
- No Engineering Requirements
Plumbing Surveyor
The proposal was referred to the Council’s Plumbing Surveyor, who provided the following
comment:
- Category 2A low risk (non notifiable) plumbing work.
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REPRESENTATIONS
The application was advertised for community consultation from the 17/03/2018 – 4/4/2018.
It is noted that the advertising period was extended as a result of the Easter Break. One (1)
representation was received and is summarised below.
A copy of the representation has also been included as an attachment to this report.
Issue raised in representation Council response

“I received Council letter only 3 working days The notification to adjoining property owners
prior to the deadline” was posted on the 16/03/2018 as is normal
practice.
It is noted that the representation was

received on the 28th March. This is 7 days
prior to the submission deadline closing.
Letters to surrounding properties made

mention that the Easter break was not
included in the 14 day advertising period,
thus giving potential objectors additional time
to respond.
Australia post delivery times are outside of

Council controls.
“The property is zoned Rural, it does not The Rural Resource Zone does provide for
make sense to continue to allow further residential uses to be established on the
residential development that eats into our basis that they do not constrain or
diminishing commercial agricultural footprint. detrimentally impact on adjoining primary
The new planning scheme generously allows industry operations.
for low density residential development to
occur in a large part of Hillwood” The development before Council is for a 6m
x 3.5m open sided garage. The question is,
will this garage have a detrimental impact on
primary industry operations on adjoining
properties?
The Hillwood Berry farm is approximately

210m from the proposed garage (see figure
4), and is also separated by a thick strand of
trees.
The development will not be visible from the

Hillwood Berry farm site and will
subsequently have no impact on their
operations. The 200m setback from the
representor’s property meets the planning
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scheme requirements for building setbacks

in the Rural Resource Zone.
The property to the north is approximately

16m from the garage. This is less than the
required 50m setback outlined in the
Scheme. Since the structure is non habitable
and will only be used for the storage of wood
and a horse float, it is assessed that the
impact on an adjoining agricultural use is
low. The grape growing on this property will
not be impacted in anyway by the proposed
garage.
“I am concerned for the removal of native Vegetation removal is not part of this
vegetation recently near this proposed application and is therefore not relevant to
development” the proposal.
“I am not aware of any environmental impact The Planning Scheme does not require that
study that has been done by the applicant, applications submit an environmental impact
which would be appropriate for this study.
development”
Council may at times request the applicant
provide an agricultural report, to determine
what impact a development may have on
agricultural land.
As this development is for a small residential

non habitable garage, Council has not
required the applicant to provide such a
report. Council has assessed the application
on its merits against the current criteria for
the Rural Resource Zone.
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AGENDA

Subject Site
210m from
subject site
Representor’s property
Figure 10 - Aerial view showing distance from representor’s property to subject site
SERVICES
Sewer
Reticulated sewer is not connected to the subject lot.
Water
Reticulated water is currently connected to the lot.
Storm Water
The lot currently has no stormwater connection. There are roadside drains provided along
Hillwood Road.
STATE POLICIES
State Policy on the Protection of Water Quality Management 1997

This State Policy aims to achieve the sustainable management of Tasmania’s surface water
and ground water resources by protecting or enhancing their qualities, while allowing for
sustainable development.
Stormwater will be appropriately dealt with during the building approval stage and is not
considered under the planning stage.
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AGENDA

State Coastal Policy 1996
Not applicable. The development is not within 1km of the coastline.
State Policy on the Protection of Agricultural Land 2009

The purpose of the policy is to conserve and protect agricultural land so that it remains
available for the sustainable development of agriculture, recognising the particular
importance of prime agricultural land.
As the development is for a non-habitable structure, there will be no impact on agricultural

land.
CONCLUSION
The application to construct a 6m x 3.5m, open sided garage has been assessed against all
relevant criteria of the George Town Interim Planning Scheme 2013. The development is
deemed to meet the relevant performance criteria as the non-habitable class 10a structure
will not restrict or impact on primary industry uses on adjoining properties.
That the application for a Garage for land at 171 Hillwood Road, Hillwood (CT 144122/1) be
APPROVED subject to the following conditions:
1. ENDORSED PLANS
The use and/or development must be carried out as shown on the endorsed plans
and described in the endorsed documents to the satisfaction of the Council. Any
other proposed development and/or use will require a separate application to and
assessment by the Council.
2. NO VEGETATION REMOVAL
No tree or vegetation is to be felled, lopped, topped, ring-barked, uprooted, or
otherwise wilfully destroyed or removed, without the written consent of the Council.
3. NO POLLUTED RUNOFF
No polluted and/or sediment laden runoff must be discharged directly or indirectly
into Councils drains or watercourses during and after development
4. NO HUMAN HABITATION
The outbuilding must not be used for human habitation.
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AGENDA

Permit Notes
A. This permit was issued based on the proposal documents submitted for DA 208/15.
You should contact Council with any other use or developments, as they may require
the separate approval of Council.
B. This permit takes effect after:

a) the 14 day appeal period expires; or
b) any appeal to the Resource Management and Planning Appeal Tribunal is
abandoned or determined; or.
c) any agreement that is required by this permit pursuant to Part V of the Land
Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 is executed; or
d) any other required approvals under this or any other Act are granted.
C. This permit is valid for two (2) years only from the date of approval and will thereafter
lapse if the development is not substantially commenced.
D. If any Aboriginal relics are uncovered during works;

a. All works are to cease within a delineated area sufficient to protect the unearthed
and other possible relics from destruction,
b. The presence of a relic is to be reported to Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania Phone:
(03) 6233 6613 or 1300 135 513 (ask for Aboriginal Heritage Tasmania) Fax:
(03) 6233 5555 Email: aboriginal@heritage.tas.gov.au; and
c. the relevant approval processes will apply with state and federal government
agencies.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
7. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Nil.
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AGENDA
8. WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Nil.
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AGENDA
9. CORPORATE AND FINANCE
9.1 DOG REGISTRATION FEES 2018/2019
REPORT AUTHOR: Team Leader – Corporate and Finance
REPORT DATE: 5 April 2018
FILE NO.: 43.3, 32.4
ATTACHMENT: Nil.
SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to make a recommendation for the setting of Council’s dog
registration and animal (dog) management fees for the 2018/2019 financial year.
BACKGROUND
Council has authority under the Dog Control Act 2000 (the Act) to determine the fees
payable for dog registrations and management. The Local Government (Rates and Charges)
Remission Act 1991 provides Council with the ability to provide a reduction in fees to some
members of the community who meet the relevant requirement.
Dog registration fees are set earlier than other Council fees in order to allow Council time to
issue registration notices and to provide opportunity for owners of dogs to re-register their
dogs prior to the start of the new financial year.
Council’s current fee structure provides a financial incentive for early payment of fees by
lowering the fee for registration of dogs prior to June 30th 2018.
FINANCES
Council currently provides the community with an out of hours animal management service
which requires Council’s Ranger to be on-call for emergencies and dangerous situations. At
present, the revenue received through registrations and associated dog management
activities do not cover the cost of this service. While the figures provided below are yet to
capture the spike in revenue expected during June by those who take up the discounted
early payment option, the figures do show that the yearly revenue is likely to be less than a
quarter of the cost to provide the service.
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AGENDA
9.1 DOG REGISTRATION FEES 2018/2019 (CONT.)
Table 1: Year to date financial figures – Animal Control
Actual YTD Budget YTD Remaining Percentage

Master Account (desc) 2018 2018 Budget Used
Animal Control Total -$9,195 -$18,933 -$9,738 48.57%
Animal Control Expenditure Total $77,945 $85,767 $7,822 90.88%
Source: Operational Statement Report (5/4/2018)
While predominantly focused on Animal Management, it should be noted that the duties
associated with the Council Ranger position provides other economic and community
benefits which are not reflected in the revenue collected and would be an additional expense
to Council and likely to be detrimental to the community should that service cease.
Section 8(1) of the Dog Control Act 2000 – The owner of a dog that is over the age of 6
months must register the dog.
Section 15A(1) of the Dog Control Act 2000 – Implanting of microchips - The owner of a dog
that is over 6 months of age must ensure that the dog is implanted in an approved manner
with an approved microchip.
Section 80 of the Dog Control Act 2000 – Fees

(1) A Council may determine any fees payable under this Act.
(2) A general manager may
(a) waive a fee; or
(b) refund part or all of a fee; or
(c) discount a fee
OFFICER’S COMMENT
A comparison has been made between 7 of the Northern Councils in regards to dog
registration and animal control fees and it was revealed that there are some inconsistencies
with the application of fees across the region and Council has been charging higher than the
average for some fees and lower than the average for others.
The methodology for setting the fees for the 2018/2019 financial year takes into account the
average across the region against Councils current fee. It is also important to balance any
increases fairly in order to encourage pet owners to renew the registrations of existing dogs
and proactively register any new dogs. The proposed fees also provide incentive for dog
owners to neuter their dogs by providing a substantially cheaper registration fee for de-sexed
dogs. This approach is consistent across the region.
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AGENDA
It is noted that some Councils in the region are transitioning to a life time registration fee
option for dog owners and this might be something George Town Council could commence
discussing with its community members in preparation for the 2018/2019 financial year.
Table 2: Dog Fee Registrations across the Northern Councils
Average fees across Northern Region (rounded - no discount applied for early
payment)
GTC WTC DC NMC MVC BOD Avg.
Whole Dog $70 $75 $70 $70 $61.50 $65 $69
De-sexed Dog $30 $33 $30 $39 $21 $35 $31
Subsidised de- $14 $22 $15 $19 $21 $15 $18
sexed Dog
(Pensioner)
Subsidised whole $21 - $15 $19 $21 $30 $25
Dog
(Pensioner)
Working Dog $30 $45 $35 $23 $21 $35 $31
Pure Bred Dog $30 $45 $35 $39 $21 $37 $34
Dangerous Dog $450 $430 $250 $320 $550 $250 $375
Guard Dog $50 $150 $250 $83 $61.50 - $119
Source of Information: Relevant Council website
PROPOSED FEES 2018/2019
1. Re-registration of dog on or before 30 June 2018 or first registration of dog reaching

the age of six months
2017/2018 2018/2019
Dog owned by pensioner (desexed) $11.00 $11.00
Dog owned by pensioner (whole dog) $20.00 $21.00
Guard dog $30.00 $30.00
Greyhound registered with TGRB $20.00 $21.00
TCA registered breeding prefix $20.00 $21.00
Working Dog $19.00 $21.00
De-Sexed dog $19.00 $21.00
Whole Dog $43.00 $46.00
Guide dog Exempt Exempt
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AGENDA
2. Re-registration of dog after 30 June 2018
2017/2018 2018/2019
De-Sexed dog $30.00 $31.00
Guard dog $50.00 $50.00
Whole Dog $70.00 $70.00
3. Miscellaneous fees
2017/2018 2018/2019
Replacement registration tag $8.00 $8.00
Fee for notice of complaint $22.00 $25.00
Annual renewal of kennel licence $33.00 $34.00
Kennel licence - 3 to 5 dogs $72.00 $74.00
Kennel licence - more than 5 dogs $102.00 $105.00
Declared dangerous dog $450.00 $450.00
Dangerous dog sign, collar etc. $52.00 $55.00
4. Impounding fees
2017/2018 2018/2019
Pound maintenance charge per dog per day $38.00 $40.00
Dog release for 1st seizure of dog $57.00 $60.00
Dog release for 2nd & subsequent seizure of dog $150.00 $153.00
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AGENDA
That the following dog registration fees for the 2018/2019 financial year be set in accordance
with section 80 of the Dog Control Act 2000, Section 205 of the Local Government Act 1993
and the Local Government (Rates and Charges) Remission Act 1991:
1. Re-registration of dog on or before 30 June 2018 or first registration of dog reaching

the age of six months
2017/2018 2018/2019
Guard dog $30.00 $30.00
De-Sexed dog $19.00 $21.00
Whole Dog $43.00 $46.00
2. Re-registration of dog after 30 June 2018

2017/2018 2018/2019
De-Sexed dog $30.00 $31.00
Guard dog $50.00 $50.00
Whole Dog $70.00 $70.00
3. Miscellaneous fees
2017/2018 2018/2019
Replacement registration tag $8.00 $8.00
Fee for notice of complaint $22.00 $25.00
Annual renewal of kennel licence $33.00 $34.00
Kennel licence - 3 to 5 dogs $72.00 $74.00
Kennel licence - more than 5 dogs $102.00 $105.00
Declared dangerous dog $450.00 $450.00
Dangerous dog sign, collar etc. $52.00 $55.00
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AGENDA
4. Impounding fees
2017/2018 2018/2019
Pound maintenance charge per dog per day $38.00 $40.00
Dog release for 1st seizure of dog $57.00 $60.00
Dog release for 2nd & subsequent seizure of dog $150.00 $153.00
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
9.2 LOAN COUNCIL ALLOCATION FOR 2018/2019
REPORT AUTHOR: Team Leader – Corporate and Finance
FILE NO: 32.20
ATTACHMENTS: Nil
SUMMARY
This report is submitted to Council in order for the Council to confirm its intentions as to
borrowing funds for the 2018/2019 year.
BACKGROUND
Each year the Council is required to seek Treasury approval for its borrowing intentions.
Council is restricted in its capacity to borrow funds by sections 78 and 80 of the Local
Government Act 1993.
RISK MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS
In considering Councils, debt position the following should be considered.
Net financial liabilities is an indicator of the level of debt being managed. If the net financial
liabilities ratio is positive, Council has no “net debt”. If it is negative then the council will be
managing some level of debt.
Description Indicator Results

Net financial liabilities Liquid assets less total Net financial liabilities equals
liabilities total liabilities less financial
assets.
Net financial liabilities ratio Liquid assets less total Where the value is falling
liabilities/Total operating over time Council’s capacity
revenue to meet its financial
obligations from operating
income is improving.
Aims and Targets (from Council’s Financial Strategy)
Performance measure Net financial liabilities ratio

Performance calculation Liquid assets less total liabilities/Total operating revenue
Aim Between 0 and negative 50%
Target Negative 25% (assumes a level of modest debt).
Council’s net financial liabilities ratio as estimated based on the assumptions made in
the Long Term Financial Plan are included in the graph below.
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AGENDA
9.2 LOAN COUNCIL ALLOCATION FOR 2018/2019 (CONT.)
Comment from the current Long Term Financial Plan

The net financial liabilities ratio remains within the target set (0% to negative 25%) in the financial strategy. From 2020 the target is exceeded
as cash balances increase and loans are paid down. No new borrowings are proposed within the timeframe of the long term financial plan.
Net Financial Liabilities Ratio
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AGENDA
STRATEGIC PLAN
Goal 4
Strengthen the vibrancy of our towns and enhance the benefits of living in a rural setting and
living close to the river and coast.
Key Objective
Upgrade parks to include outdoor recreational facilities.
Review and manage the assets and infrastructure Council currently owns in line with
community needs.
Goal 5
Ensure Council listens to and understands community needs and continues to make
responsible decisions on behalf of the community.
Key Objective
Consistently achieve a high standard of internal financial and governance arrangements.
STATUTORY OR LEGISLATIVE CONSIDERATIONS
The following sections of the Local Government Act 1993, regulate Council’s borrowing
activities.
78.Borrowings
(1) A council, for the purpose of raising a loan or obtaining any form of financial
accommodation, may decide by an absolute majority to provide any of the following forms of
security:
(a) debentures;
(b) bills of sale, mortgages or other charges;
(c) inscribed stock;
(d) guarantees;
(e) any other document evidencing indebtedness other than bearer instruments.
(2) A council may not raise a loan in any financial year exceeding any amount the Treasurer
determines for that financial year.
(3) In this section, loan includes any financing arrangement as determined by the Treasurer.
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AGENDA
80.Limit on borrowing
(1) Except with the approval of the Minister, a council may not borrow additional money for
any purpose if the annual payments required to service the total borrowings would exceed
30% of its revenue of the preceding financial year.
(2) Grants made to a council for specific purposes are to be excluded in calculating 30% of
revenue of the council.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The long term financial plan endorsed by Council in February 2018 did not include an
assumption of borrowings in the 2018/2019 financial year. New borrowings would have a
negative impact on the projected operating surplus for the 2018/2019 financial year.
OFFICERS COMMENTS
On reviewing the long term financial plan, there does not seem to be any indication that new
borrowings over and above those already existing will be required for the 2018/2019 financial
year.
That Council advise Treasury that it does not wish to apply for any new borrowings in the
2018/2019 financial year.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
10. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Nil.
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AGENDA
11. MAYOR
11.1 MATTERS OF INVOLVEMENT – MAYOR
FILE NO.: 14.11
Mayor Bridget Archer

March 29 Attended internal Mayor update meeting with General Manager and
Governance Staff
April 1 Beechford Easter community event
4 Discussion with Defence Recruiting Tasmania representative re
Anzac Day and opportunities for George Town
4 Meeting with RSL representatives re Anzac Day
4 Attended Council Workshop
5 George Town Remembers
11 Attended NTWMG Presentation
12 Attended Mt George Mountain Bike Stakeholders Reference Group
Meeting
12 Met with George Town Chambers Representatives
12 Attended internal Mayor update meeting with General Manager and
Community and Governance Staff
12 Attended photo opportunity with Junior Bowls Club
13 Attended “Behind the Scenes” – official opening Southern Cross
News
13 Attended Meeting with KPMG and West Tamar Council
16 Attended Targa Tasmania 2018 George Town
18 Attended Council budget workshop
18 Attended ordinary Council meeting
That the information report from the Mayor on Matters of Involvement be received and the
information noted.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
12. GENERAL MANAGER
12.1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS – APRIL 2018
REPORT AUTHOR: General Manager
FILE NO: 14.10
ATTACHMENT/S: Nil
SUMMARY
The purpose of this report is to provide a record of workshops held in accordance with the
requirements of Section 8(2)(c) of the Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations
2015.
DATE AND PURPOSE OF WORKSHOP HELD
WEDNESDAY 4 APRIL 2018
 Emergency Housing George Town

 Review of Legal Expenditure
 Review of example Annual Plan reporting
 Draft Code for Tenders and Contracts
 Draft Purchasing Procedures
 Response to Cr Dawson’s question not on notice taken on notice (November 2017)
 Review of Unconfirmed Minutes of Ordinary Council meeting held on the 21st March
2018
 Governance Matters
Present: Mayor Bridget Archer, Deputy Mayor Tim Harris, Cr Chris Ashley, Cr
Heather Barwick, Cr Doug Burt, Cr Greg Dawson
Apologies: Cr John Glisson, Cr Tim Parish, Cr Peter Parkes
Guests: Representatives Neighbourhood House, St Vincent de Paul & The

Salvation Army
In Attendance: General Manager

Team Leader Corporate & Finance
Procurement/Compliance/Records Officer
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AGENDA
12.1 COUNCIL WORKSHOPS – APRIL 2018
That Council receives the report from the General Manager and notes the information.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
13. PETITIONS
Nil.
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AGENDA
14. NOTICES OF MOTIONS
Nil.
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AGENDA
15. COUNCILLORS QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE TAKEN ON NOTICE FROM

PREVIOUS ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING
[Refer to Minute No. 362/15 which states "At any Ordinary Meeting of Council when a
'without notice' question from a councillor is accepted, and when this question is taken on
notice',
a) The General Manager is to record in the minutes of that meeting the 'question', and
that the question was 'taken on notice'.
b) Provide the answer to the question 'taken on notice, at the next Ordinary Meeting of
Council, in writing.”]
Cr Dawson (15th November 2017)
Cr Dawson requested an update on motion 134/17 (c) scoping, design, costings and risk for
areas listed.
This matter was discussed at the April 2018 workshop where the following response was
provided:
George Town - Goulburn Street cul-de-sac stormwater drainage

This was previously investigated by engineering staff, however not much can be done to
alleviate the issue, as the source of the flooding in the northern portion of the private property
at 37 Goulburn Street (western side of the road) comes from a known spring in the opposite
property at 44 Goulburn Street. Council has already dug a deeper roadside drain to divert
stormwater coming off the road, but it is believed the spring water channels under the road.
The flooding does not impact on the house at 37 Goulburn Street as the house is on the
western portion of the property, not the northern flooded area.
Council can excavate a deep trench on the eastern side of Goulburn Street to locate the flow
pattern of the spring, but this may take time and may not prove fruitful, and may turn into a
costly exercise.
Weymouth – River boat ramp

Parks and Wildlife are considering a proposal by the Weymouth Progress Association to
prevent further erosion occurring at the river boat ramp recreational area.
It is understood from Parks and Wildlife that the Weymouth Progress Association intends to
clean up the area and establish a more formal car park.
Parks and Wildlife have requested Council to consider taking over responsibility of the area
once the area is developed.
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AGENDA
15. COUNCILLORS QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE TAKEN ON NOTICE FROM

PREVIOUS ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING (CONT.)
Lulworth - Hurst Street stormwater drainage

Engineering staff have done some investigative work and concluded the recent drainage
works on Henry Street may have exacerbated the flooding issue on the low point of Hurst
Street.
Council staff are currently working on a design to extend the drainage on Henry Street to the
beach to alleviate the flooding issue, as the initial design to install an underground pipe may
have serious consequences as excavations will impact on the footings of two houses on
Brewer Street.
Bellingham - Smith and Howard Streets stormwater drainage works

Works has commenced on site.
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AGENDA
16. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Nil.
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AGENDA
17. CLOSED MEETING
17.1 INTO CLOSED MEETING
Moved: Cr
Seconded: Cr
That Council move into closed meeting at ................. to discuss the following items:
Item No. 1 Question on Notice from Cr Glisson LG(MP)R 15(2)(g) and (i)
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
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AGENDA
17.3 OUT OF CLOSED MEETING
Moved:
Seconded:
That Council moves out of the Closed Meeting and endorse those decisions taken while in
Closed Meeting and the information remains Confidential.
DECISION
VOTING
For:
Against:
There being no further business, the meeting closed at ………..
Cr Bridget Archer
MAYOR
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COUNCIL MEETING – 18TH APRIL 2018

3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME 4

5. GENERAL MANAGER’S DECLARATION 6

7. PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 50

8. WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE 51

9. CORPORATE AND FINANCE 51

10. COMMUNITY SERVICES 62

12. GENERAL MANAGER 64

14. NOTICES OF MOTIONS 67

15. COUNCILLORS QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE TAKEN ON NOTICE FROM PREVIOUS

16. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS 70

17. CLOSED MEETING 71

Meeting Commencing at 5.00pm

AUDIO RECORDING OF COUNCIL MEETINGS

In accordance with the requirements of Council’s Audio Recording of Council Meetings

2.1 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING HELD 21ST MARCH 2018

3. PUBLIC QUESTION TIME

3.1 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME PROCEDURE

3.2 PUBLIC QUESTIONS ON NOTICE

3.3 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME

3.4 QUESTIONS ON NOTICE FROM COUNCILLORS

5. GENERAL MANAGER’S DECLARATION

 the advice, information or recommendation is given by a person who has the

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993 – SECTION 65

65. Qualified persons

(a) the general manager certifies, in writing –

(i) that such advice was obtained; and

Local Government (Meeting Procedures) Regulations 2015

25. Acting as a planning authority

(1) If a council or council committee intends to act at a meeting as a planning authority

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

REPORT AUTHOR: Statutory Town Planner

REPORT DATE: 28 March 2018

ATTACHMENT: (A) Title Documents

FILE NO: DA 2018/4

Applicant: Epuron Solar Pty Ltd

Site Address: Old Aerodrome Road, Low Head

Titles details: CT 130563/2

Property ID: 3466455

Zone: Light Industrial Zone

Application Received: January 12th 2018

The solar farm is expected to generate up to 5 megawatts and occupy an area of

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

STRATEGIC PLAN 2016-2026

Light Industrial Zone

Figure 1 - Zoning of subject site

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

Figure 4 - Aerial view of subject site and adjoining properties.

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

Solar Panels (tracking)

Temporary Hard Stand

Fencing and Signage

Temporary Site Facilities

Internal Roads and Tracks

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

 24.0 Light Industrial Zone

Use of land for utilities and infrastructure including:

24.0 Light Industrial Zone

24.1 Zone Purpose

24.1.1.1 To provide for manufacturing, processing, repair, storage and distribution of

6.1 DA 2018/4: SOLAR FARM INCLUDING TRACKING PANELS, INVERTERS,

24.1.2 Local Area Objectives