Decision details

The Panel:

(A)      Upheld the variation sought to Clause 4.4 (Floor Space Ratio) of the Sydney LEP 2012, in accordance with Clause 4.6 'Exceptions to Development Standards' of the Sydney LEP 2012; and

(B)      Granted consent to Development Application No. D/2018/1252 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)      The proposed development is consistent with the objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone for the reasons set out in the report to the Local Planning Panel.

(B)      The variation to Clause 4.4 of the Sydney LEP 2012 is consistent with the provisions of Clause 4.6 of the Sydney LEP 2012 and is in the public interest.

(C)      The built form and design of the addition is consistent with the scale of the existing building and adjoining buildings and is not considered to result in detrimental impacts on the character of the heritage conservation area.

(D)      The proposed addition and outdoor communal area will provide break-out space for the staff of the co-working business that occupies the building.

(E)      The recommended operational conditions for the outdoor terrace will ensure the proposal does not result in adverse amenity impacts to the surrounding area.

Carried unanimously.

D/2018/1252