Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Chan -

It is resolved that:

(A)      the Central Sydney Planning Committee note the matters raised in response to the public exhibition of Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, the draft Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney amendment, and draft Voluntary Planning Agreement, as shown in Attachments D to the subject report;

(B)      the Central Sydney Planning Committee approve Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, as amended in response to submissions following public exhibition and shown at Attachment B to the subject report, be sent to the Department of Planning and Environment to be made as a local environmental plan;

(C)      the Central Sydney Planning Committee note the recommendation to Council’s Transport, Heritage, Environment and Planning Committee on 13 February 2023 that Council approve the draft Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, as amended in response to submissions following public exhibition and shown at Attachment C to the subject report, noting the approved Development Control Plan will come into effect on the date of publication of the subject Local Environmental Plan;

(D)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to make any minor amendments to the Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney and draft Sydney Development Control Plan - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney amendment to correct any minor errors, omissions or inconsistencies prior to finalisation; and

(E)      the Central Sydney Planning Committee note the draft Voluntary Planning Agreement, as shown at Attachment D to the subject report will be executed under delegation of Council in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Carried unanimously.

X038757

 

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Ms Galvin -

It is resolved that:

(A)      in relation to the Tower Building, the Young Street North Building and the Bourke Street Buildings, that the variations requested to the Height of Buildings development standard, in accordance with Clause 4.6 'Exceptions to development standards' of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 be upheld;

(B)      in the circumstances it is unreasonable and unnecessary to require a site-specific Development Control Plan to be prepared for the site, with consideration that the built form controls contained in Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 as well as the specific area provisions for the Danks Street South Precinct in section 5.9 of Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 provide sufficient detail to guide the redevelopment of the site; and

(C)      pursuant to Section 4.16(3) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, a deferred commencement consent be granted to Development Application No. D/2021/1415 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 site is located in the Zone B4 Mixed Use. The proposed development comprises residential, retail and commercial uses and which are permitted with consent in the zone.

(B)       The consent authority is satisfied that:

(i)         the applicant’s written requests have adequately addressed the matters required to be demonstrated by clause 4.6(3) of Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012, that compliance with the Height of Buildings development standard is unreasonable or unnecessary and that there are sufficient planning grounds to justify contravening clause 4.3 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012; and

(ii)        the proposal is in the public interest because it is consistent with the objectives of the Zone B4 Mixed Use and the Height of Buildings development standard.

(C)      The proposed development complies with the maximum floor space ratio development standard contained in clause 4.4 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(D)      The proposed development is consistent with the Voluntary Planning Agreement between The Council of the City of Sydney and Dahua Group Waterloo Project Pty Ltd.

(E)      The proposed development provides a positive contribution that is suitable in terms of its context, scale and built form and which is consistent with the desired future character of the area. As such the proposed detailed building designs exhibit design excellence in accordance with the requirements of clause 6.21C of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(F)      The proposed development is consistent with the aims and objectives of the relevant planning controls including SEPP 65, the SLEP 2012 and the SDCP 2012. Where non-compliances exist, they are demonstrated to be acceptable in the circumstances or are addressed by the recommended conditions of consent.

Carried unanimously.

D/2021/1415

 

The Panel granted deferred commencement consent to Development Application No. D/2022/425 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report, subject to the following amendment (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(1)        CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT PLAN

(a)        Condition No. 119(a), under Consent No. D/2016/476 (as may be amended), in so far it requires NSW Heritage Council’s endorsement of a Conservation Management Plan and the approval of a schedule of conservation works must be satisfied prior to activation of this consent.

(b)        Evidence that will sufficiently enable Council to be satisfied as to those matters identified in deferred commencement conditions, as indicated above, must be submitted to Council within 12 months of the date of determination of this deferred commencement consent failing which, this deferred development consent will lapse pursuant to section 4.53(6) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979.

(c)        The consent will not operate until such time that the Council notifies the Applicant in writing that deferred commencement consent conditions, as indicated above, have been satisfied.

(d)        Upon Council giving written notification to the Applicant that the deferred commencement conditions have been satisfied, the consent will become operative from the date of that written notification, subject to the conditions of consent, as detailed in Part B - Conditions of Consent (Once the Consent is Operational).

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)       The development, subject to a deferred commencement consent, will align with the requirements of the whole of site consent, D/2016/476.

(B)       The development, subject to conditions, is consistent with the objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone.

(C)       The development will not adversely affect the character of the Darlinghurst West locality.

(D)       The development is compatible with and will not adversely impact the State Heritage item (00461) 'St John's Church and Rectory', or the 'Oxford Street and Victoria Street' (C12) Heritage Conservation Area.

(E)       The proposed signage, subject to conditions, is in keeping with the existing signage strategy of the premise and is compatible with the built form and locality.

(F)       The development, subject to conditions, will maintain orderly operations, safety and management of the premise.

(G)      The development, subject to conditions, is identified as an in-demand community service for at-risk persons, which is complementary to existing service providers in the local area.

(H)       The development, subject to conditions, satisfies the requirements of design excellence.

(I)         The development will not unreasonably compromise the amenity of the nearby properties.

(J)        The development accords with objectives of relevant planning controls.

(K)       Condition 1(a) was amended to avoid delays to the conservation works.

Carried unanimously

D/2022/425

 

The Panel granted consent to Development Application Number D/2021/689, subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report, subject to the following amendments (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(8)               DESIGN DETAILS

The following design details must be provided:

(a)     Detail drawings of all internal existing fabric and fittings including but not limited to cornices, skirtings, architraves, chimney breasts and the floor joists to be removed, trimmed, re-installed and expressed as part of the interior design, affixed to the new blade walls along with reconstruction and reuse of retained timber members at a scale of 1:20.

(b)     Detail elevation, section and detail drawings of the glass panel to the underside of the front door at a scale of 1:20.

(c)     Detail drawings of internal privacy treatments to the Palmer Street facing glazing of apartment 1.01 at a scale of 1:20.

Note: The privacy treatment must achieve daylight access and privacy from the street simultaneously for internal amenity.

(d)     Detail plan, elevation and section drawings of any glazing acoustic treatment to apartment 1.01 at a scale of 1:20.

Note: The glazing acoustic treatment must maintain the integrity of retained heritage fabric, including facade windows at the ground and first floor levels.

(e)     Detail plan, elevation and section drawings of the Faucett Lane wall, and metalwork for fire exit door and waste lift doors at a scale of 1:20.

Note: The treatment must demonstrate and integrate a high quality, low maintenance interface adjacent the public domain.

The details must be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Coordinator Planning Assessments or Area Planning Manager prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate.

Reason

To require additional design details to be provided following assessment of the development.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)       The proposal satisfies the objectives of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, in that, subject to the imposition of conditions as recommended, it achieves the objectives of the planning controls for the site for the reasons outlined in the report to the Local Planning Panel.

(B)       The proposal generally satisfies the objectives and provisions of Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

(C)       The proposal is consistent with the objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone.

(D)       The proposal complies with the maximum height of buildings development standard in Clause 4.3 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(E)       The proposal complies with the maximum floor space ratio development standard in Clause 4.4 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(F)       The proposal is consistent with the desired future character for the Cathedral Street locality, while also conserving the existing contributing building and the heritage significance of the Woolloomooloo heritage conservation area, in accordance with Clause 5.10 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012, Section 2.4.2 and Section 3.9.7 of the Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

(G)      The articulation, materiality and architectural contribution of the proposal combine to exhibit design excellence in accordance with the relevant provisions and matters for consideration in Clause 6.21 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(H)       The proposed development has a height and form suitable for the site and its context, satisfactorily addresses the heights and setbacks of neighbouring developments, and is appropriate in the streetscape context and broader locality.

(I)         Subject to the recommended conditions of consent, the proposed development achieves acceptable amenity for the existing and future occupants of the subject and adjoining sites.

(J)        The proposed land use does not result in any significant adverse environmental or amenity impacts on the subject or surrounding properties, the public domain and the broader suburb of Woolloomooloo, subject to the recommended conditions of consent.

(K)       The public interest is served by the approval of the proposal, as amendments to the development application have addressed the matters raised by the City and the community. This is subject to the recommended conditions of consent imposed relating to relating to the appropriate management of the potential environmental impacts associated with the development.

(L)        Condition 8 was amended to retain the internal appearance of the front rooms.

Carried on the following show of hands -

Ayes (3)           The Chair (Mr Layman), Ms Jones and A/Prof Thorpe

Noes (1)          Mr Romey

Carried.

D/2021/689

 

The Panel:

(A)       upheld the variation requested to Clause 4.3 Height of Buildings in accordance with Clause 4.6 'Exceptions to development standards' of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012; and

(B)       granted consent to Development Application No. D/2022/274 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report, subject to the following amendments (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(2)               DESIGN MODIFICATIONS

The design of the building must be modified as follows:

(a)           The configuration of the central arched brickwork opening on the ground floor of the Meagher Street (southern) façade should be amended to match the original arch configuration and width which remains evident from within the interior of the building.

(b)           The original incised linework (imitating ashlar stonework) is to be reinstated within the external render of the building. The reinstatement is to include the arched voussoirs above each arched opening in addition to the horizontal courses.

(c)            The proposed internal walls adjacent to the original external walls are to provide a minimum 50mm cavity between the proposed and original walls, to maintain air movement adjacent to the original brickwork and reduce rising damp.

(d)           All transparent glazing is to be clear to achieve a high level of transparency to provide visual depth and have a neutrality of colour. A consistency in appearance and colour characteristics between all facades is to be achieved.

(e)           The proposed screen planting to the terrace level is to be increased, having regard to view lines of a standing observer.

The modifications are to be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Planning Manager prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate.

Reason

To require amendments to the approved plans and supporting documentation following assessment of the development.

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.

(B)       The proposed development satisfies the relevant objectives and provisions of the Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

(C)       Based upon the material available to the Panel at the time of determining this application, the Panel is satisfied that:

(i)         the applicant’s written request has adequately addressed the matters required to be demonstrated by Clause 4.6(3) of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan2 2012, that compliance with the height of buildings development standard is unreasonable or unnecessary and that there are sufficient planning grounds to justify contravening clause 4.3 of the Sydney LEP 2012; and

(ii)        the proposal is in the public interest because it is consistent with the objectives of the B4 Mixed Use zone and the height of buildings development standard.

(D)       Having considered the matters in Clause 6.21 of the Sydney LEP 2012, the building displays design excellence because:

(i)         The alterations and additions to the existing building are sympathetic and respond to the heritage fabric and features of the existing building.

(ii)        The proposed level 2 additions are of a high architectural quality.

(iii)       The proposal does not result in unreasonable amenity impacts to neighbouring properties.

(E)       The proposal provides for uses that are compatible with the surrounding area. The proposal is in keeping with the future desired character of the area and is considered to be in the public interest.

(F)        Condition 2(e) was added to address potential privacy issues.

Carried unanimously.

D/2022/274

 

The Panel:

(A)       upheld the variation requested to the 'height of buildings' development standard in accordance with Clause 4.6 'Exceptions to development standards' of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012;

(B)       upheld the variation requested to the 'floor space ratio' development standard in accordance with Clause 4.6 'Exceptions to development standards' of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012; and

(C)       granted consent to Development Application No. D/2022/879 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)       The development complies with the objectives of the R1 General Residential zone pursuant to Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(B)       Based upon the material available to the Panel at the time of determining this application, the Panel is satisfied that:

(i)         the applicant’s written request has adequately addressed the matters required to be demonstrated by clause 4.6(3) of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012, that compliance with the 'height of buildings' and 'floor space ratio' development standards are unreasonable or unnecessary and that there are sufficient planning grounds to justify contravening clauses 4.3 and 4.4 of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012; and

(ii)        the proposal is in the public interest because it is consistent with the objectives of the R1 General Residential zone and the 'height of buildings' and 'floor space ratio' development standards.

(C)       The development exhibits design excellence under Clause 6.21C of Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(D)       The development is generally consistent with the objectives of Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and Sydney Development Control Plan 2012.

Carried unanimously.

D/2022/879

 

The Panel granted consent to Development Application No. D/2022/473 subject to the conditions set out in Attachment A to the subject report to the Local Planning Panel on 22 February 2023, subject to the following amendments (additions shown in bold italics, deletions shown in strikethrough):

(7)          MATERIALS AND SAMPLES SCHEDULE

The detailed design and a detailed materials, colours and finishes schedule keyed to each elevation of the proposed seven floating ancillary structures to be used for storage, an office and amenities must be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Planning Manager prior to a Construction Certificate being issued. The materials and samples schedule/board must not include generic material or colour descriptions, or use terminology such as ‘or similar’.

Reason

To require the submission of a materials and samples board following assessment of the development.

(18)        PLAN OF MANAGEMENT

(a)        The Plan of Management, prepared by Environmental Dynamics, dated October 2022 is not approved.

(b)        A revised Plan of Management is to be submitted to and approved by Council’s Area Planning Manager prior to the issue of a Construction Certificate that addresses the conditions of this consent, including but not limited to the following: 

(i)      The hours of operation are limited to those permitted under Condition 17 (noting that maritime operations must cease between 12 midnight and 7.00am, except for vessel arrival and departure from the facility).

(ii)     Embarking and/or disembarking of passengers and patrons from commercial vessels is not permitted.

(iii)    Speakers and/or noise amplification equipment must not be installed and music must not be played in outdoor areas.

(iv)   Section 1.6 must be amended to state “No group congregations, outdoor music or parties to be held on the marina pontoons or onboard vessels while secured to the facility.”

(v)    No person or persons shall reside on any vessel berthed or moored at the marina facility.

(vi)   The plan must outline a mechanism for the receiving of and recording of complaints and regular reviewing the plan based on complaints received, in consultation with Council.    

(c)        The Plan of Management must be signed and dated and submitted to Council prior to the commencement of the use.

(d)           The use must always be operated / managed in accordance with the Plan of Management approved by part (b) above. In the event of any inconsistency, the conditions of this consent will prevail over the Plan of Management.

Reason

To ensure all parties are aware of the approved supporting documentation that applies to the development.

(24)        COMMERCIAL BERTHAGE

Commercial berthage may only be occupied by vessels that have current permits, certificates, registrations and licenses issued by NSW Maritime Authority Australian Maritime Safety Authority (or its successor / international equivalent) that verify they are a “commercial vessel”. At no times are commercial berths permitted to be occupied or used for private purposes. Reason To ensure all vessels at the marina have the required permits.

Reason

To ensure all vessels at the marina have the required permits.

Reasons for Decision

The application was approved for the following reasons:

(A)       The proposal satisfies the objectives of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 in that, subject to conditions of consent, it achieves the objectives of the planning controls for the site for the reasons outlined in the report to the Local Planning Panel.

(B)       The development is permissible in the zone in accordance with the requirements of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012 and the State Environmental Planning Policy (Biodiversity and Conservation) 2021. The proposed alterations and additions to the existing marina are consistent with the objectives of the B3 - Commercial Core zone and Zone 1 - Maritime Waters.

(C)       The development is in accordance with the requirements of the Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 and the Sydney Harbour Foreshore and Waterways Area Development Control Plan 2005 and responds appropriately to heritage items on the site and in the vicinity.

(D)       The proposal demonstrates design excellence in accordance with the relevant provisions and matters for consideration in Clause 6.21C of the Sydney Local Environmental Plan 2012.

(E)       The proposal has provided sufficient information to address the SEARs.

(F)       All other issues have been appropriately addressed by recommended conditions of consent.

(G)      Condition 7 was amended to ensure the detailed design and finishes are subject to review and approval.

(H)       Condition 18 was amended to update the requirements of the Plan of Management.

(I)         Condition 24 was amended to refer to the relevant authority and reference international vessels.

Carried unanimously.

D/2022/473

 

It is resolved that Council:

(A)      approve the concept design for the Glebe to Ultimo Walking and Cycling Improvements as shown in Attachment B to the subject report for finalising detailed documentation and construction; and

(B)      note the estimated project costs as detailed in Confidential Attachment D to the subject report.

Carried unanimously.

X021146

Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

Last year, I was pleased to participate in the opening of Quay Quarter Lanes Precinct, which is one of the most historic parts of Sydney, bound by Loftus, Bridge and Young Streets. 

The precinct has been described as a “gift to the city” and won the Walter Burley Griffin Award for Urban Design at the Australian Institute of Architects’ National Architecture Awards. This impressive new precinct in the north of our city includes AMP’s Quay Quarter Tower. The tower was awarded World Building of the Year at the World Architecture Festival as well as the International High-Rise Award.  

Long before European invasion, the site was a gathering place for the Gadigal people, as it was close to the harbour’s rich fishing grounds. Much later, it was the site of the gardens of the first Government House, where a key Aboriginal figure, Arabanoo, was held after being abducted. The redevelopment of the site includes a public artwork by Aboriginal artist, Jonathon Jones, that represents elements of Arabanoo’s life. 

The site was also the arrival destination for post-war migrants and became the site of the earliest high-rise development in the 1960s. 

The Quay Quarter development is made up of three parts; the completed low-rise development known as Quay Quarter Lanes, the award-winning Quay Quarter Tower at 50 Bridge Street, and the historic AMP Tower at 33 Alfred Street, which is currently under refurbishment.

Quay Quarter Tower is the world’s largest upcycled building, with 90 per cent of the 1976 building being retained. It is estimated that 7.3 million kilograms of embodied carbon has been saved in the upcycling of this building. 

Architects BVN were involved in the master planning of the precinct and remained on the project along with architects 3XN who won the design competition for the tower. Today, Quay Quarter Tower achieves a 6-star Green Star and 5.5 Star NABERS energy ratings and is WELL Gold certified. BVN is currently undertaking a carbon neutral fit-out for one of the tower’s tenants, spanning three floors.

The urban design execution is stunning – a threaded public domain with diverse architecture housing fine grain businesses and apartments. The bespoke Design Excellence approach of selecting the landscape and architectural practices was a genuine partnership between the City and AMP following the international Stage 1 competition.

The City has been involved in the development and refurbishment from the beginning to ensure it benefitted our residents, workers and visitors. Loftus Lane has been transformed from a carpark entryway to a pedestrian lane with fine-grain retail and cafes. The air space above the lanes was captured as a public benefit so that it can’t be redeveloped in the future.

The City unlocked the potential of the sites by allowing the redistribution of floor space across two city blocks; unused floor space from the Young and Alfred Street block was transferred to the Young and Phillip Street block, so it could be used to enlarge and reuse the existing 50 Bridge Street tower. This transfer meant the Quay Quarter Lanes development remained low-rise, and incorporated the restoration of the two heritage buildings, Hinchcliff House and the Gallipoli Club. 

The development is a collection of contextual buildings and is a good neighbour by not overshadowing Macquarie Place and maintaining views from surrounding buildings. It has been designed to accommodate the 24-hour city by ensuring residential units have acoustic glazing and operable windows, which also increases occupants’ comfort and energy efficiency.

By breathing new life into this important and historic precinct, AMP Capital has created a legacy of rich social, cultural and economic value for the people of Sydney. The whole precinct brings together residential, retail and office space, with vibrant new night life and early morning retail to extend the City’s life beyond the hours of nine to five. 

As we work to bring people back into the city, it is more important than ever that we create places that are environmentally, visually and socially attractive – places that will sustain city life for decades to come. The innovative planning and sustainable upcycling in this project are great examples of that.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE

Lord Mayor

 

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that Council:

(A)       note the opening of the Quay Quarter Lanes Precinct and the many public benefits this development will provide to our City including public art, design excellence, sustainability, heritage restoration and 24-hour economic activity;

(B)       congratulate the architects, designers, project managers, builders and investors involved in the award-winning Quay Quarter Lanes Precinct; and

(C)       commend the City’s Planning staff under the leadership of Director Graham Jahn, who worked collaboratively and negotiated with the project team from the beginning to achieve the many public benefits for our city, as well as other areas such as the City’s Design Advisory Panel, Public Art Advisory Panel and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Panel who contributed to this precinct.

Carried unanimously.

S051491

Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

Last year, Council adopted our roadmap for Sydney’s future, Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 Continuing the Vision so that we can continue to meet and respond to the challenges of growth, climate change, liveability and social isolation. But we cannot do it alone.

I call on all parties and candidates contesting the 2023 NSW State election in March to commit to working with the City of Sydney on the following priorities to help us achieve our Vision for Sydney, improve liveability and deliver better infrastructure, services and outcomes for communities.

Environment

Our goal is to achieve net zero emissions in the City of Sydney’s local area by 2035 which we brought forward from 2040. 

The climate challenge can only be met with concerted and collaborative actions. The more we exchange information, knowledge, and experiences, the greater our ability will be to quickly achieve net zero emissions and save the planet for future generations.

Some of the ways the City is taking action include approving of net zero building standards, using 100 per cent renewable electricity for our operations, upgrading our properties and aquatic centres with solar panels and other energy efficiency measures, and developing a strategy for electrification of transport in the City.

To increase our energy independence and resilience, we need the future State Government to:

·            Protect people who live in apartments from being locked into long term, costly and unfair ‘dirty’ energy contracts by developers/owners who install embedded electricity networks.

·            Provide financial incentives for homeowners and businesses to switch from gas when appliances reach end of life to green powered electric alternatives as a more affordable way to transition homes over time.

·            Incentivise the upgrade of existing apartment buildings to net zero emissions including dedicated support to electrify and integrate EV charging.

·            Require all new apartment buildings to operate with net zero emissions by 2035 or sooner.

·            Implement minimum house/apartment performance standards for renters to reduce health impacts and rising utility costs from inefficient housing.

·            Support NSW councils to deliver the GreenPower campaign developed by the City of Sydney and strongly encourage people to shop around for their energy provider using the Energy Made Easy government comparison site and invest in GreenPower.

·            Reduce vehicle emissions by investing in active and public transport, and the transition to electric vehicles.

·            Reinvest 100 per cent of the waste levy legislated under the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 to fund the delivery of priority infrastructure and programs as outlined in the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy.

Housing

Providing safe, secure and affordable housing is an enormous challenge for Sydney – one that needs to be tackled by all levels of government, and the Covid pandemic has only emphasised how much work there is ahead of us. The challenges include caring for our homeless communities, ensuring affordable housing for essential workers, providing housing for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and social housing for low-income tenants.

The City has a target for 12,000 affordable dwellings in the local area by 2036. To date, the City has facilitated the delivery of more than 1,400 affordable dwellings, with another 630 in the development pipeline in areas like Alexandria, Glebe, Redfern and Zetland. We also have planning controls in place that will facilitate around 1,950 affordable homes over the next 15 years.

The State Government can support our efforts and help provide safe and secure housing by:

·            Working with the City and Federal Government to maximise the provision of social and affordable housing at Waterloo Social Housing Estate - if we can’t get affordable and social housing on publicly owned sites, where are we going to get it?

·            Abandoning the Communities Plus housing model where 70 per cent of floor space on government-owned social housing sites is privatised and prioritise investment in new social housing as well as renewing, extending and properly maintaining existing social housing sites with a commitment to significant ongoing funding.

·            Providing affordable housing in major precinct renewals such as Central Precinct, Barangaroo, Blackwattle Bay, and North Eveleigh.

·            Delivering a minimum 25 per cent of floor space as affordable rental housing on all Government renewal sites.

·            Reforming tenancy legislation to end ‘no grounds’ evictions that allow landlords to evict a tenant without grounds and with limited notice putting profits ahead of the well-being of tenants.

·            Providing increased support for Community Housing Providers to build their capacity and to support the delivery of social and affordable housing, which includes services to support vulnerable people.

·            Working with all levels of government and specialist services to address homelessness, including by ending youth homelessness and providing support to people on non-resident visas, and those from New Zealand.

We do not want people marginalised and pushed to the metropolitan fringes, dislocated from their community and from the area that has been home, often for generations.

Transport and Infrastructure

Our goal is that by 2030, every resident will be about a 10-minute walk to what they need for daily life and by 2050, nine out of 10 people working in the city centre and two out of three people working in the rest of the local area will commute by public transport, walking or cycling.

We are building a connected cycleway network, widening footpaths and improving public spaces where more people can safely walk and cycle. However, the provision of public transport is primarily a State Government responsibility. 

As the inner-city becomes more congested, urgent investment is needed to sustainably improve access for our growing population. Priorities for improving transport and infrastructure are: 

·            Reducing speed limits to 40 kilometres an hour in all urban areas, and 30 kilometres an hour in village centres with clear road markings.

·            Reforming the local traffic committee system so that councils like the City of Sydney with the necessary expertise can implement sensible road engineering and management approaches such as installing new pedestrian crossings, managing traffic signal phasing, changing parking controls, building more cycleways, and setting speed limits.

·            Amending the Roads Act 1993 to enable councils to establish a genuinely quick and easy process for approving low risk community street gatherings (‘easy streets’).

·            Accelerating the delivery of mass transit solutions at Green Square, including extension of the metro system to Zetland, light rail or trackless tram services using the Eastern Transit Corridor preserved by the City, and a new ‘304Z’ electric bus route from Green Square to the CBD that is high frequency and operates 24/7.

·            Abandoning the proposed Western Distributor Road Network Improvements proposal.

·            Continuing to fund and collaborate with the City on completion of the Bike Network and accelerate progress on state-controlled projects such as Bridge Road in Glebe and Oxford Street East that are lagging behind.

·            Providing an additional light rail station at Wimbo Park (footings already installed).

·            Promoting integrated ticketing, and public and green transport for events at Moore Park.

·            Not proceeding with the planned right turn bans on Cleveland Street and work with the City to calm traffic and reduce accidents.

·            Ensuring changes to bus services do not reduce access to the west and south east parts of the city and increase ferry services to improve transport options

·            Providing barrier-free access across the new Redfern Southern Concourse and a firm commitment to building an active transport bridge across the railway tracks between North and South Eveleigh.

·            Bringing forward the refurbishment and restoration of the Glebe Island Bridge for use as a pedestrian and cycling link.

·            Working with the City and the community on delivering swimmable harbour sites at Pyrmont and Elizabeth Bay.

Planning and Development

Successive State Governments have gradually diminished the ability of democratically elected councils to make decisions about development that meets the needs and expectations of their communities. As the State Government’s planning powers expand, local government and the community becomes increasingly shut out.

Restore transparency and local decision-making by:

·            Reinstating planning powers to the City of Sydney Council for the Explorer Street social housing estate in Eveleigh, and for all other social and affordable housing sites in our Local Government Area into the future.

·            Prioritising quality built design, the reduction of building defects and improve the process of the Project Remediate scheme to ensure the efficient remediation of combustible cladding.

·            Formally refusing Modification 9 for Central Barangaroo and review planning of the site in line with the City of Sydney’s needs analysis.

·            Following appropriate planning processes by preparing a Stage 1 concept plan for the redevelopment of the former Sydney Fish Markets site at Blackwattle Bay so outstanding issues including noise, air pollution and overshadowing can be resolved as early as possible.

·            Ending the selling off of public land to maximise revenue and profit over the public interest

·            Early and ongoing engagement with communities on major planning projects with longer time frames for people to provide feedback as part of the formal exhibition process.

·            Returning Wentworth Park to the community by creating a publicly accessible open space as part of a larger and enhanced parkland.

·            Continuing to collaborate with the City and other stakeholders to progress the development of the Innovation Precinct including at Central Station and North Eveleigh and the upgrade of Broadway from Central to the University of Sydney.

·            Providing more equitable access to Moore Park including reconfiguration of Moore Park Golf Course from 18 holes to nine and commit adequate funding to the ongoing rehabilitation of the parklands from years of degradation due to on-grass parking.

First Peoples

The City has a long-standing commitment to our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and the reconciliation movement. In 2022, Council reaffirmed our support for the Uluru Statement of the Heart and we are willing to work with the new Government to achieve its aspirations.

In November 2020, the City adopted its second Reconciliation Action Plan, the Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2020-2023. We call on the new Government to ensure that NSW Government agencies continue to work with the City in implementing the Plan.

In particular, I call on the new State Government to progress:

·            A national First Peoples National Cultural Centre in Sydney

·            The inclusion of culturally appropriate social and affordable housing for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander households in the Waterloo Estate development.

·            The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage (Culture is Identity) Bill 2022 that was introduced into the Legislative Council by Fred Nile MLC and co-sponsored by Independents Alex Greenwich MP and Greg Piper MLC and Animal Justice MLCs Mark Pearson and Emma Hurst.

LGBTIQA+ Community

In August 2005, Council unanimously adopted a resolution in support of Sydney’s LGBTIQA+ community which endorsed the community’s demands for equality, committed the City to working with other government agencies and organisations to end violence and harassment and to continue to support and participate in the community’s major events and celebrations.

While much progress has been made over the past 18 years, there is still much to be done. Continued support for our LGBTQAI+ communities can be achieved by:

·            Passing important legislation developed by Alex Greenwich MP including:

·            the “Equality Bill” – a comprehensive omnibus bill to address all legislative barriers to LGBTIQA+ health and wellbeing.

·            the Conversion Practices Prohibition Bill 2023 to criminalise harmful conversion practices that aim to change or suppress a person's sexual orientation or gender identity.

·            Partnering with the City to fully implement the Oxford Street LGBTIQA+ Social and Cultural Place Strategy that recognises the Oxford Street neighbourhood as the heart of Sydney’s LGBTIQA+ community and its importance well beyond Sydney.

·            Working with the City to establish a First Peoples Queer Cultural Space and making the former Darlinghurst Police Station available as a permanent home for Qtopia’s LGBTIQA+ museum, which will provide the opportunity for Sydney WorldPride 2023 to leave a permanent legacy.

Arts Culture and Creativity

Making space for culture is a major imperative of Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050 Continuing the Vision. The need for urgent action is underpinned by a 2017 survey which found that the City of Sydney Local Government area had lost about 110,000m2 of creative and cultural employment space in the previous five years. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic is not yet fully known.

The State Government has a significant role to play in increasing cultural and creative space. Opportunities include:

·            Ensuring State Government renewal projects protect existing creative employment space and create new spaces such as at North Eveleigh and Tech Central.

·            Relocating the Darlinghurst Courthouse so the heritage complex can be used for creative and cultural uses

·            Implementing creative land trusts supported by an appropriate legal framework and funding.

·            Introducing legislation to enable an Assets of Community Value scheme to operate in NSW that would enable local communities to take ownership of assets that they value similar to what occurs in the United Kingdom under its Localism Act.

Social Reform

The City of Sydney builds social cohesion and combats disadvantage. Yet despite our best efforts, widespread disadvantage persists. Sydney is Australia’s least affordable city and homelessness is at unprecedented levels. While unemployment is low, insecure work is high, creating a new class of working poor. And although we have come a long way in our understanding of mental illness and substance abuse, specialist services for treating these conditions are stretched beyond capacity, especially since Covid. 

The State Government must better support our most vulnerable community members by:

·            Reducing incarceration, including by addressing the sources of disadvantage that lead to, and flow from, incarceration

·            Taking immediate action to reduce the harm caused by the proliferation of gambling machines, such as introducing a mandatory cashless gaming card scheme and establishing a Special Commission of Inquiry into Gambling Harm.

·            Streamlining funding to community service providers to reduce red tape and time-consuming application processes so they can better support vulnerable groups such as victims of domestic violence, trans people, and people with disabilities etc.

·            Addressing food insecurity and sustainable food systems, in line with the recommendations from the 2022 inquiry into food production and supply in NSW.

Financial Sustainability and Governance

Since I became Lord Mayor in 2004, I have made responsible financial management a key priority – a particularly important focus at that time as the City had come close to bankruptcy in the 1990s. Since then, Council has established a consistent track record of planning responsibly for the future, investing in property and assets for better returns, and allocating income to fund infrastructure and services.

Put simply, good governance leads to better and more efficient decisions, helps us meet our legislative responsibilities, and provides an ethical basis for decision-making. The City is continually looking to get better value for money and get socially responsible outcomes for our communities. To do that, the State Government must give Councils the flexibility and autonomy to make decisions in the best interest of their communities. 

I call on the new State Government to support the City’s financial independence and stability by: 

·            Committing to withdraw all previously proposed changes under the draft Environmental Planning and Assessment Amendment (Infrastructure Contributions) Bill 2022, and associated changes to regulations and policies that would severely impact all Councils being able to provide adequate infrastructure for our communities.

·            Amending the rate peg methodology to prevent future financial shocks.

·            Relieving the City of the unique and onerous legislative burden of maintaining the non-resident register under the City of Sydney Act 1988 and giving responsibility for maintaining the register to NSW Electoral Commission, which has the experience and data access to accurately maintain and simplify it.

·            Providing councils greater flexibility in the legislation and regulations to undertake more socially responsible procurement, in line with the options already available to State Government agencies and state-owned corporations.

·            Amending existing legislation under the Emergency Services Levy Act 2017 to enable Councils to recover the cost of the emergency services levy through land rates outside of the rate peg to provide certainty for Council and the community.

These priorities call for greater cooperation between State and local government, which will ultimately benefit our communities. I therefore recommend that Council endorse them and call upon all parties and candidates contesting the 2023 NSW state election to commit to them.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE

Lord Mayor

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council endorse the City of Sydney’s 2023 NSW State Election priorities outlined in the subject Lord Mayoral Minute with following amendments:

·            make NSW planning laws address climate change. This could be achieved, for example, through requiring climate impact assessments for planning decisions; and

·            amend NSW laws to remove the two votes for businesses and organisations (through the non-residential roll) in the City of Sydney Local Government Area, and make the voting rules in the City of Sydney local government elections the same as other Local Government Areas;

(B)       Council call on all parties and candidates contesting the 2023 NSW State Election in March to commit to working with the City of Sydney on those priorities and help us achieve our vision under Sustainable Sydney 2030-2050, adopted by Council last year; and

(C)       the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the NSW Premier and Leader of the Opposition with a copy of the subject Lord Mayoral Minute requesting their commitment to the City’s priorities in the term ahead.

The substantive Minute, as varied by consent, was carried by the following show of hands -

Ayes (7)          The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, David, Ellsmore, Kok, Scully and Weldon.

Noes (2)          Councillors Gannon* and Jarrett*.

*Note – Councillors Gannon and Jarrett abstained from voting on this matter. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 10.4 of the Code of Meeting Practice, Councillors Gannon and Jarrett are taken to have voted against the motion.

The Minute, as varied by consent, was carried.

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Minute by the Lord Mayor

To Council:

Shortly after 4am (12pm AEDT) on Monday 6 February 2023, a magnitude-7.8 earthquake hit southern Türkiye. Just over five hours later, a second magnitude-7.5 earthquake rocked the region about 150km north of the first.

The combined impact of the two earthquakes is among the worst Türkiye has recorded in decades. They have left a wave of destruction across central and southern Türkiye, sprawling into nearby Syria, with their impact felt as far south as Egypt and as far east as Iraq.

As at 16 February 2023, the death toll from the earthquakes was almost 42,000. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has now declared that the earthquakes are the worst natural disaster in the region in a hundred years.

In Turkey, the two earthquakes and hundreds of aftershocks destroyed at least 6,444 buildings across 10 provinces. Skyscrapers and apartment buildings collapsed and were reduced to rubble, with thousands being trapped underneath. Despite rescue efforts being hampered by a lack of equipment, areas being inaccessible and heavy snowstorms, survivors were still being found a week later.

According to WHO approximately 26 million people have been affected: 15 million in Türkiye and 10.87 million in the whole of Syria. Many Turkish people have lost their homes with estimated one million people living in tents and temporary shelters or sleeping rough. Tent cities have sprung up in devastated areas, providing little shelter from sub-zero temperatures. Up to five million people may be homeless in Syria, many already internally displaced after fleeing civil war.

Over 80 hospitals and health facilities have been partially or severely damaged, making it difficult to treat the more than 80,000 people who have been hospitalised.

Children in particular are suffering, with UNICEF estimating that more than seven million children are affected: 4.6 million children living in the 10 provinces of Turkey hit by the earthquakes, and over 2.5 million children in Syria. Thousands of those who died were children, while many of those who survived have been separated from their families. Even before the devastating earthquake, more than 6.5 million children in Syria needed humanitarian aid due to the ongoing conflict.

I extend my deepest sympathy to the families of the victims who lost their lives, who have been injured and who have lost their homes and livelihoods. This has been a difficult time for Turkish and Syrian communities across Australia and overseas who have loved ones, friends and acquaintances living in areas affected by the earthquake. Many have experienced anxious times waiting to learn if they have survived. My thoughts are with you.

An international humanitarian response is now underway with international aid organisations and over 80 countries pledging support for victims of the earthquake, including humanitarian aid. 

Australia’s Government is contributing to $18 million to the international aid effort. On 7 February 2023, the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese announced Australia would provide $10 million in humanitarian assistance through the Red Cross and Red Crescent partners and humanitarian agencies, with this assistance targeting those in greatest need. 

On 15 February 2023, he announced a further contribution of $8 million of which $4.5 million will go to Australian non-government organisations in Türkiye helping to protect those made most vulnerable by the earthquakes, search and rescue efforts and other emerging needs. The other $3.5 million will help the United Nations Population Fund to deliver maternal and child health services and protect women and girls without safe housing in Syria.

An Urban Search and Rescue team of over 70 personnel have been deployed to Türkiye to assist local authorities. Turkish and Syrian communities across Australia are also raising funds and receiving donations of urgently needed supplies.

On Thursday 9 February 2023, a black ribbon symbolising remembrance and mourning was projected onto the sails of the Sydney Opera House in a show of solidarity with the people of Türkiye and Syria.

I am proposing that the City of Sydney support these efforts with two donations of $50,000 each to two Australian charities which are supporting aid projects in Türkiye and Syria. 

The donation to the Australian Committee for UNICEF Limited Syria and Türkiye Earthquake Appeal will help send life saving supplies to children in urgent need. UNICEF teams are on the ground, working round the clock to provide urgent assistance to children and families impacted by the devastating earthquake. Children face extra risks to their health without supplies of food and clean water.

The donation to the Australian Red Cross Türkiye-Syria Earthquakes Appeal will help provide immediate and longer-term relief to communities affected by the earthquakes.

This support includes:

·            emergency relief assistance such as search and rescue and first aid services, health, shelter and non-food items;

·            specialist aid workers to assist local teams to respond to the crisis; and

·            helping people to restore contact with family members separated by the earthquakes by offering services to maintain family links and locate missing family members.

These donations comply with the City of Sydney’s Support for Charities Policy adopted by Council on 21 November 2022, are in line with previous donations and align with objective 7.3.2 (2) of the City's Operational Plan 2022/23, which states that the City will support communities beyond our local area and international communities experiencing emergency situations.

COUNCILLOR CLOVER MOORE

Lord Mayor

Moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council donate:

(i)         $50,000 to the Australian Committee for UNICEF Limited as part of their Syria and Türkiye Earthquake Appeal, from the 2022/23 General Contingency Fund; and

(ii)        $50,000 to the Australian Red Cross Türkiye-Syria Earthquakes Appeal from the 2022/23 General Contingency Fund; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to arrange a program for staff donations to the above earthquake recovery appeals and for Council to match dollar for dollar any contributions until the end of March 2023 from the 2022/23 General Contingency Fund.

Carried unanimously.

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Procedural Motion

At this stage of the meeting, it was moved by the Chair (the Lord Mayor), seconded by Councillor Scully –

That Item 3.1 be deferred to the next meeting of Council to enable Brian Sherman’s family to attend the Council meeting.

Carried unanimously.

It is resolved that the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(A)      work with the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee to review major waste contracts to ensure current and future contracts are fit for purpose and adequate resources are provided to manage them;

(B)      develop a community engagement process that will provide Council with community information on the best ways to manage and monitor domestic waste; encourage activities that will reduce waste and improve recycling; encourage the take up of the food waste program and understand the community’s preference for the delivery of the future food organics service and assist Council to set appropriate service levels for the future; and

(C)      provide a briefing to Council on the proposed community engagement process and the funds required for the process as part of 2023/24 budget preparation.

The substantive motion was carried unanimously.

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Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           the market operator for Glebe Markets at Glebe Public School has pulled out of their contract with just three weeks’ notice;

(ii)         as a result, the Glebe Markets may experience a “gap in service” and may never fully recover. Stallholders rely on income on a week-to-week basis and may set up elsewhere if the market closes down, even briefly;

(iii)        Glebe Public School P&C relies on the income from the markets to provide invaluable support services for students and families;

(iv)        Glebe businesses rely on the activation of the markets; and

(v)         there is increased pedestrian and traffic movement as a result of the markets, and the City of Sydney has enhanced pedestrian safety by installing three raised pedestrian crossings near the entrance to the markets on Glebe Point Road, with one raised pedestrian crossing and one at-grade crossing installed near the entrance to the markets on Derwent Street; and

(B)        the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Education:

(i)           noting how valuable the markets are to the local community;

(ii)         highlighting how important revenue from the markets is to the families of Glebe Public School, including when it comes to supporting the Centipede and Glebe TreeHouse initiatives; and

(iii)        asking her to ensure the markets continue at the school and that any future operating requirements include a comprehensive traffic management plan.

Carried unanimously.

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Procedural Motion

At this stage of the meeting, it was moved by Councillor Weldon, seconded by Councillor Gannon –

That Item 13.15 be withdrawn as the matter had already been dealt with at Item 10.

Carried unanimously.

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Chan –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           that the City supported the extension of outdoor dining last year, making it easier for cafes, restaurants, pubs, bars and others to use the public footpath or other public spaces for outdoor dining;

(ii)          that the alfresco dining initiatives are part of a package of measures to activate and encourage use of the streets, and reinvigorate the City post-Covid;

(iii)        that the City of Sydney Outdoor Dining Guidelines include protections to keep footpaths safe and accessible for all pedestrians. This includes that the clearance required for ‘service objects’ like public seating, is recommended to be one metre;

(iv)        the current City of Sydney alfresco dining guidelines include detailed provisions for applications on streets, although applications are possible on all public land, including parks and public green spaces;

(v)         a range of City policies and plans, including park Plans of Management, protect equity of access to the City’ parks, including protecting the ability for free (non-commercialised) use and enjoyment of parks; and

(vi)        the notification provisions for new outdoor dining applications are detailed in the Outdoor Dining Guidelines and strike a balance between identifying possible impacts and not burdening applicants; and

(B)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to provide advice to the Council about how the City’s policies and procedures for outdoor dining can be clarified to include more specific provisions for applications on or near green spaces, which reflect the City’s commitments to protect the equitable and accessible use of public parks and green spaces.

Carried unanimously.

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Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           community street festivals, and temporary road closures where the community comes together to meet, picnic, play and celebrate on the streets, offer residents and communities many benefits such as fostering a sense of community and connecting neighbourhoods;

(ii)         the City of Sydney has developed several successful initiatives and programs to activate the City’s main streets and neighbourhoods, including the ‘Sydney Streets’ and the extension of outdoor Alfresco Dining;

(iii)        these initiatives have been highly successful and enjoyed by businesses and communities, strengthening the social fabric of the City’s neighbourhoods. They are supported by up to $10 million per annum in Council resources, in the form of grants or direct funding, in kind support, and waiver of fees;

(iv)        at the same time, the ability for City of Sydney residents or local community organisations to apply for street closures to organise their own small neighbourhood community picnics, street parties or other events – outside of formal Council programs or supported by Council grants – can be confusing, onerous and costly;

(v)         in October 2019, Councillor Scully moved a resolution that was unanimously endorsed by Council asking the Chief Executive Officer to work with state government agencies to simplify the road closure process for community groups to facilitate the creation of ‘easy streets’, those being streets it is easy to temporarily close for local celebrations and neighbourhood events;

(vi)        the Inner West Council takes an enabling approach to neighbourhood street parties, with a simple form, ‘how to guide’ and no fees. The City of Monash Council in Melbourne have published a Street Party Guide with no costs associated with the application; and

(vii)      Councillors have also received feedback about challenges faced by local resident groups and community organisations when seeking to close their local streets for a small community fete or street festival. The barriers reported include: the complexity of forms, processing times, fees (the application fee payable to the City of Sydney to close a minor road is up to $995 per day); traffic study requirements and access to public liability insurance; and

(B)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to provide advice to Council on:

(i)           the current application process and fees to close a street for a small neighbourhood street party, and to hold a small community fete on a local road;

(ii)         any particular restrictions on the inclusion of live music;

(iii)        what action has been taken to give effect to Council’s 2019 resolution on easy streets; and

(iv)        what short term actions can be taken by the City of Sydney Council to better enable:

(a)         community or neighbourhood street parties; and

(b)         small community festivals or fetes which involve the temporary closure of a local road. 

Carried unanimously.

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Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Ellsmore –

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council note:

(i)         D/2022/1360 is a Development Application currently on exhibition that seeks to install an automated public toilet at 5110 Erskineville Road, Erskineville;

(ii)        the Erskineville community have been calling for these amenities as a necessity for a long time, as there are no accessible toilets in the central village of Erskineville;

(iii)      families, residents and visitors that frequent this area of shops and parks require such amenities to be made available;

(iv)      the current proposed location is problematic and numerous submissions from residents objecting its placement have been received by the City;

(v)       the planned location interferes with an important pedestrian walkway travelling in front of the main shops of the central Erskineville village;

(vi)      the toilet’s proposed location also obstructs the view and access to the shops behind it, subsequently impacting their business;

(vii)     of these obstructed shops, there is a long-standing and family-run laundry business owned by a Vietnamese refugee who, with his family, has worked tirelessly to develop their successful local business;

(viii)    the current location does not consider pedestrian needs or the welfare of local businesses;

(ix)      in 2021, D/2021/1087 sought for the same placement of the toilets and was rejected for the same reasons as it is opposed now;

(x)       alternative locations suggested by residents include the nearby parks or opening the Erskineville Town Hall bathrooms to the public; and

(xi)      the Erskineville Station Upgrade currently under construction includes family accessible, and male and female ambulant toilets;

(xii)     that D/2022/1360 will be determined by the City of Sydney Local Planning Panel; and

(xiii)    that the community has made numerous objections to D/2022/1360; and

(B)      the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         investigate alternative locations for an automated public toilet in the central Erskineville Village area; and

(ii)        update Council via the CEO Update on alternative location for an automated public toilet in the central Erskineville Village area.

The motion was lost on the following show of hands –

Ayes (3)          Councillors Ellsmore, Scott and Weldon

Noes (7)          The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Gannon, Jarret*, Kok and Scully.

*Note – Councillor Jarrett abstained from voting on this matter. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 10.4 of the Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Jarrett is taken to have voted against the motion.

Motion lost.

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Original motion moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Weldon.

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           on 22 August 2022, via a Lord Mayoral Minute, Council resolved to investigate opportunities to:

(a)         conduct a campaign in support of the ‘yes’ vote in the proposed constitutional referendum to enshrine a Voice to Parliament and Government in Australia’s Constitution; and

(a)         use our library system, communications, talks programs and other means to advance the truth-telling aspirations of the Uluru Statement of the Heart and Reconciliation Australia;

(ii)          on Saturday 18 February 2023, the Prime Minister announced that the Constitutional Referendum would be held between October and the end of 2023;

(iii)        the Commonwealth Government has announced its intention to hold the referendum before the end of 2023 and possibly as early as August 2023;

(iv)        the Chief Executive Officer is developing a plan setting out action the City may take in support of a “yes” vote for consideration by Council;

(v)         community organisations such as Reconciliation Australia, From the Heart, the Uluru Dialogue and Australians for Indigenous Constitutional Recognition are preparing to support the campaign for a “yes” vote; and

(vi)        the Lord Mayor, together with other Mayors around the country, has signed Mayors for the Voice to Parliament Public Statement which commits them to informing and educating communities about the Voice and starting conversations about how this Referendum can deliver real reconciliation for our society; and

(B)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)           bring the plan referred to in (A)(iv) to Council as soon as possible for consideration; and

(ii)          investigate the following for possible inclusion in the plan:

(a)         working with and providing support, including financial support and access to City venues, for recognised community organisations who actively support and campaign for a ‘yes’ vote; and

(b)         where appropriate, sharing information, resources and materials about the Uluru Statement of the Heart and Voice to Parliament.

The amended motion was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (9)          The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Ellsmore, Gannon, Kok, Scott, Scully and Weldon

Noes (1)          Councillor Jarrett.

Amended motion carried.

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Procedural Motion

At this stage of the meeting, it was moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Gannon –

That Items 13.8 and 13.10 be withdrawn, as the matters had already been dealt with at Items 10 and 13.1 respectively.

Carried unanimously.

 

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           Paddy’s Market in Haymarket is one of Australia’s oldest continuing fresh food and bric a brac markets;

(ii)          for many Australians, Paddy’s Market is not just a market, it’s an Australian icon and an integral part of Chinatown with a long history of offering affordable fresh produce and cheap general goods;

(iii)        Paddy’s Markets are located on a public land site, managed by the NSW Government (Placemaking NSW), under arrangements with private operators;

(iv)        Paddy's Market contains local heritage significance for its historical and social value. The buildings are regarded for their connection with the cultural landscape of the Chinese community in Sydney since 1870, with buildings 1&2 listed on Place Managements NSW’s Heritage Conservation Register;

(v)         in December 2022, the operator of Paddy’s Market, Sydney Market Limited (SML), announced plans to sublease a significant portion (3,000 square meters) of Paddy’s Market to commercial operator Doltone House Group, to create a ‘high-end food and beverage precinct’;

(vi)        stallholders were not consulted on the plans to sublease a significant portion of the market to Doltone House Group, prior to the announcement;

(vii)      many stallholders oppose the plans, claiming they are being pushed into less profitable marketplace areas, and that the plans threaten the history and nature of the market. There are currently over 11,000 online signatures on the online petition website, Change.org, titled “Help Save Iconic Paddy’s Markets! Redevelopment a Treat to Small Businesses/Tourism”, and around 2,000 written signatures to “Save Paddy’s Markets”;

(viii)     the community concerns include gentrification of the markets, loss of an important social value heritage market in the city, concerns of food security if one of the few low-cost food markets in the city is lost, and the treatment of the historic stallholders;

(ix)        stallholders generally acknowledge that the markets are in need of investment and revitalisation, but strongly disagree that subleasing a large portion of the market floor to Doltone House Group - an entity that does not appear to have any experience operating or managing markets - is the most appropriate way to do this. The investment and support should be directed toward the multicultural community of stallholders that has contributed so much to the markets and helped them make iconic over the years – not a corporate entity with no particular connection to the site;

(x)         the current proposal is not the first time the social and built-form heritage value of Paddy’s Market has been threatened. Efforts to redevelop Paddy’s Market into a commercial and residential development were stopped by the successful mobilisation of stallholders in 1988;

(xi)        displacing and putting at a disadvantage the very community that helped shape and maintain its identity would be a devastating blow. From public housing to low-cost eateries and shopping destinations, gentrification has seen the destruction of various Sydney icons in recent years – it would be disheartening if Paddy’s Markets followed the same path;

(xii)      on 7 February, the Lord Mayor wrote to Sydney Markets Limited CEO. Brad Latham, to raise stallholder concerns and asked him to work collaboratively with the stallholders during this process; and

(xiii)     Mr Latham’s response to the Lord Mayor committed to continuing to meet and liaise with stallholders on future plans for the markets;

(B)        the Lord Mayor be requested to write to the Minister for Infrastructure, Cities and Active Transport, the Hon Robert Stokes MP, to:

(i)           outline concerns about the proposal by Sydney Market Limited to sublease a significant portion of Paddy’s Market to commercial operator Doltone House Group; and

(ii)         request that the NSW Government consider alternative options to support and invigorate Paddy’s Market including public investment, while maintaining the Market’s distinct identity, history and uses as a low cost market; and

(C)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)           provide advice to Council on the opportunities within Council powers or instruments (planning, heritage or otherwise), to protect or promote Paddy’s as a low cost, heritage market; and

(ii)          provide advice about what support, in the form of grants or otherwise, could be made available to support Paddy’s Market stallholders.

Carried unanimously.

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Procedural Motion

At this stage of the meeting, it was moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by Councillor Gannon –

That Items 13.8 and 13.10 be withdrawn, as the matters had already been dealt with at Items 10 and 13.1 respectively.

Carried unanimously.

Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           Phyllis Miller was born on 23 March 1926 in Redfern, and sadly passed away on 6 January 2023;

(ii)         Phyllis lived in Surry Hills from the time of her birth until she was moved into care in 2020;

(iii)        Phyllis was made a life member of the Labor Party along with her husband Fred Miller, sister Barbara Devine and her brother-in-law, Len Devine;

(iv)        Phyllis was a great support and was always at her husband’s side throughout his political career, when he was an Alderman on the City Council and following this, as the Member for Bligh in the NSW Parliament;

(v)         Phyllis along with her sister and husband were delegates for the State Electoral Council for Phillip (now Sydney) and was also a delegate for the Federal Electoral Council for East Sydney (now Sydney);

(vi)        Phyllis volunteered at the Surry Hills Meals on Wheels service working in the kitchen; and

(vii)      Phyllis, along with Fred, did all this whilst bringing up their four daughters Barbara, Lorraine, Kerry and Deborah, in a loving tight knit family home;

(B)        the Lord Mayor be requested to write to Phyllis Miller’s family expressing the Council’s condolences; and

(C)        all persons attending this meeting of Council observe one minute's silence to commemorate Phyllis’ life.

Carried unanimously.

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Moved by Councillor Scott, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           Aunty Roslyn Whittaker Edwards-Priestly, known as Aunty Rosie, spent more than three decades living in the vicinity of Kings Cross;

(ii)         Aunty Rosie was a strong Indigenous woman who characterised resilience, generosity and strength;

(iii)        at a recent memorial to celebrate her life, hosted by the Wayside Chapel, Aunty Rosie’s wisdom, love of books, and humour shone through, with hundreds gathered to remember her contribution to Sydney; and

(iv)        speakers at the memorial suggested that as a result of her significant contribution to Kings Cross over many generations, consideration be given to renaming the Kings Cross Library in her honour, or that a sign detailing her life and love of books be installed in the Library;

(B)        the Lord Mayor be requested to write to Aunty Rosie’s family expressing Council’s condolences;

(C)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to consult Auntie Rosie’s family, the City’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Panel and other significant community organisations about the possibility of renaming the Kings Cross Library or installing a commemorative sign, and report back via the CEO Update; and

(D)        all persons attending this meeting of Council observe one minute's silence to commemorate the life of Aunty Roslyn Whittaker Edwards-Priestly.

Carried unanimously.

X086655

 

It is resolved that Council:

(A)      endorse the scope of improvements to the playground at Douglas Street Playground, Redfern as described in the subject report and shown in the Draft Concept Plan at Attachment B to the subject report, for progression to relevant approvals, preparation of construction documentation, tender and construction;

(B)      approve the additional funds required to deliver the project as outlined in Confidential Attachment D to the subject report;

(C)      note the history of the establishment of this park, namely:

(i)         in response to the lack of local playgrounds in Redfern in the early 70s, a campaign was launched by local residents for a park for children to be established on a disused piece of public land on Douglas Street;

(ii)        on 22 February 1975, local children and residents staged a direct action by taking down the fences, and created a children’s adventure playground;

(iii)      they proclaimed the park to be the “Douglas Street People’s Park”;

(iv)      the residents continues with the campaign. The land was eventually transferred to the South Sydney Council, to become a permanent children’s playground; and

(v)       the community continued to defend the park as Redfern underwent development. In 1999 Aunty Shireen Malamoo was awarded a Citizens Award from South Sydney Council for protecting Douglas Street park from developers; and

(D)      the Chief Executive Officer be requested to provide advice on the Council about opportunities to acknowledge and celebrate the history of the creation as a park. The advice is to consider the Aboriginal history and cultural significance of the site, including the involvement of local Aboriginal community members in establishing the park. The Chief Executive Officer is requested to provide the advice following appropriate further inquiries and consultation, including with those involved in the park’s establishment, and the City’s Indigenous Leadership and Engagement Team.

Amended motion carried unanimously.

X083852.002

Original motion moved by Councillor Weldon, seconded by Councillor Jarrett.

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           1-3 Elger Street in Glebe is home to around 175 residents, the vast majority of whom are either elderly and/or are living with a physical disability;

(ii)         1-3 Elger Street was not occupied at the time the cycleway was built on Elger Street so it was not possible to consult its residents;

(iii)        Bridge Housing, the community housing provider who owns and manages the block, wrote to Council in December 2019 to raise concerns about the installation of a bike lane along Elger Street;

(iv)        that in this correspondence, Bridge Housing noted that the bike lane restricts egress and access to the building and posed a trip hazard, particularly for elderly residents and those with limited mobility;

(v)         a petition was circulated by and amongst residents last year noting the hardship that the bike lanes caused (particularly for those who are elderly or who rely on wheelchairs or walkers) and called for the removal of the bike lane, the installation of mobility parking, the installation of footpath ramps and the provision of parking permits;

(vi)        the petition was signed by more than 50 residents;

(vii)      that the bike lane in Elger Street is not part of the City’s integrated cycleway network and does not feature in the City’s Cycling Strategy and Action Plan or the NSW Government’s Co-designed Bicycle Network;

(viii)     that the only area for passenger pick-up/drop-off in Elger Street is located on the opposite side of the road, requiring residents of 1-3 Elger Street to walk down to and cross at Bay Street (a journey of almost 100 metres);

(ix)        the aforementioned bays are marked as a ‘no parking’ zone rather than pick-up/drop off bays;

(x)         the current layout of Elger Street significantly inhibits emergency vehicles, community transport, taxis and resident’s family, friends and support workers from picking-up/dropping-off residents;

(xi)        that the very limited number of mobility parking and the ‘no-stopping’ zone do not meet the needs of the Elger Street community; and

(xii)      that City staff met with residents in mid-2022 and although residents were appreciative of the visit, the proposed solutions do not sufficiently mitigate the issues; and

(B)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)           meet with residents and Bridge Housing staff to better understand the accessibility needs of the Elger Street community; and

(ii)         provide a report to Council via the CEO Update on the outcomes of the meeting between the City, residents and Bridge Housing and present Council with a range of options for additional works that can be implemented to better meet the accessibility needs of the Elger Street community.

Amended motion carried unanimously.

X086653

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by the Chair (the Lord Mayor) –

It is resolved that:

(A)       Council note:

(i)         student accommodation remains some of the most highly priced accommodation in major capital cities, including Sydney. The median unit rents for student accommodation far exceeds even the median rents for other rental accommodation. For example – one popular student accommodation provider in the City of Sydney charges $729 a week for a large studio, $569 for a single room in a five-bedroom apartment and $419 for a shared room;

(ii)        students make an important contribution to the City of Sydney’s communities, cultures and economy. The City of Sydney is home to approximately 40 per cent of all education providers in NSW;

(iii)       education and training was the fifth largest export market in the City of Sydney in 2020/21 (comprising 5.3 per cent of all exports). Two hundred and eight thousand international students are enrolled to study in NSW in 2023, 55,000 more than in 2022. In 2023, students are increasingly returning to on-campus study; 

(iv)       rental market conditions in Sydney are particularly precarious for international students, who are vulnerable to high levels of exploitation and scams. In addition to high rental costs, international students experience work restrictions and / or precarious work. During the Covid pandemic, the City of Sydney supported a range of programs and initiatives to assist local and international students, including support free food hampers and food banks;

(v)        according to the 2022 City of Sydney Housing Audit, the number of student accommodation rooms in the City of Sydney has increased by 173 per cent in the 10 years to 2022, from 4,223 rooms in 2012 to 11,529 in 2022;

(vi)       recently, several higher education institutions within the City of Sydney have sold student accommodation properties to private companies, including the University of Sydney and the University of Technology Sydney, who are reported to have collectively sold approximately $160 million in student accommodation properties; and

(vii)      even with the high cost of student housing rents, in January and February 2023, media outlets began reporting that student housing in the City is at capacity, that wait lists exist for many student housing providers, and a large number of students are at risk of homelessness; and

(B)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)         provide a report to Council via the CEO Update, outlining the current support services and programs which the City of Sydney provides funding for, for both local and international students;

(ii)        include advice about any current discussions with student bodies, education providers or others about strategies to address the housing and cost of living pressures faced by students; and

(iii)       refer the issues outlined in this notice to the Housing for All Working Group, and to the Multicultural Advisory Panel, for consideration and advice.

Carried unanimously.

X086659

 

Procedural Motion

At this stage of the meeting, it was moved by Councillor Jarrett, seconded by Gannon –

That Item 13.2 be withdrawn as the matter had already been dealt with at Item 10.

Carried unanimously.

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Scully –

It is resolved that:

(A)        Council note:

(i)           that, at the 16 May 2022 Council meeting, Council unanimously supported holding a Trans and Gender Diverse Swim Day at one of its pools;

(ii)          that the first City of Sydney Trans and Gender Diverse Swim Event was held on 28 January 2023 at the Cook + Phillip Pool;

(iii)        that the event was a family friendly event that included the Pride Inclusion flag and decorations; free coffee; a DJ; a ‘pool party’ with inflatable unicorns and flamingos; interactive demonstrations led by inclusive sporting clubs like Sydney Stingers, Wett Ones and Emerald City Kick Ball Association; community information available from volunteers from the Inner City Legal Centre, Sydney Queer and Disability community groups (SQuAD), Sex Worker Outreach Project (SWOP), Rainbow Families and Twenty10; and (of course) swimming; and

(iv)        that more than 500 people attended the event, and it was a great success, with much positive feedback;

(B)        Council congratulate and thank City staff, pool management and others involved for organising and supporting the event; and

(C)        the Chief Executive Officer be requested to:

(i)           provide advice to Council as to options for the City to support regular Trans and Gender Diverse Swim Events throughout the City of Sydney Council pools;

(ii)         if feasible, implement a monthly schedule of Trans and Gender Diverse Open Days across City of Sydney Council pools;

(iii)        update the Council via CEO Update on the implementation of this schedule; and

(iv)        provide advice to Council as to the cost or budget implications for Council to support future Trans and Gender Diverse Swim Events, with this advice to be provided with the draft 2023/24 budget - if a specific budget allocation would be required.

Carried unanimously.

X086659

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council approve Draft Sydney Development Control Plan - Waterloo Estate (South), as shown at Attachment A to the subject report, as amended following public exhibition, noting it will come into effect on the date of publication of the subject local environmental plan; and

(B)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to make minor amendments to Sydney Development Control Plan - Waterloo Estate (South) to correct any minor errors or omissions prior to finalisation.

Carried unanimously.

X030481

It is resolved that the Investment Report as at 31 January 2023 be received and noted.

Carried unanimously.

X020701

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council approve the cash recommendation for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collaboration Fund program as shown at Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      Council note the applicant who was not recommended in obtaining a cash grant for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Collaboration Fund program as shown at Attachment B to the subject report;

(C)      Council approve the change of recipient legal name for the lessee at 19 Greenknowe Avenue, Potts Point from Sydney Children's Hospital Network to South Eastern Sydney Local Health District and note that a new lease will be issued for this tenancy;

(D)      Council note that all grant amounts are exclusive of GST;

(E)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate, execute and administer agreements with any organisation approved for a grant or sponsorship under terms consistent with this resolution and the Grants and Sponsorship Policy; and

(F)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to correct minor errors to the matters set out in this report, noting that the identity of the recipient will not change, and a CEO Update will be provided to Council advising of any changes made in accordance with this resolution.

Carried unanimously.

S117676

 

It is resolved that Council:

(A)      endorse the scope of improvements to the playground and the community garden at McKee Street Reserve, Ultimo as described in the subject report and shown in the Revised Concept Plan as Attachment B to the subject report, for progression to relevant approvals, preparation of construction documentation, tender and construction; and

(B)      approve the additional funds required to deliver the project as outlined in Confidential Attachment D to the subject report.

Carried unanimously.

X083832

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council note the matters raised in response to the public exhibition of Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, the draft Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney amendment, and draft Voluntary Planning Agreement, as shown in Attachments D to the subject report;

(B)      Council approve Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, as amended in response to submissions following public exhibition and shown at Attachment B to the subject report, be sent to the Department of Planning and Environment to be made as a local environmental plan;

(C)      Council approve the draft Sydney Development Control Plan 2012 - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney, as amended in response to submissions following public exhibition and shown at Attachment C to the subject report, noting the approved Development Control Plan will come into effect on the date of publication of the subject Local Environmental Plan;

(D)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to make any minor amendments to the Planning Proposal - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney and draft Sydney Development Control Plan - 15-25 Hunter Street and 105-107 Pitt Street, Sydney amendment to correct any minor errors, omissions or inconsistencies prior to finalisation; and

(E)      Council note the draft Voluntary Planning Agreement, as shown at Attachment D to the subject report will be executed under delegation of Council in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Carried unanimously.

X038757

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council decline to accept the tender offers received for the Accounts Payable Invoice Scanning Solution for the reasons set out in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      Council enter into negotiations with suitably qualified vendor with a view to entering into a contract in relation to the subject matter of the tender;

(C)      Council note the reasons for determining to enter into negotiations are that:

(i)         there are critical time dependencies in that the Accounts Payable Invoice Scanning Solution needs to be implemented, tested and deployed alongside the TechnologyOne Cloud migration in August 2023, hence there is insufficient time to run a new tender process; and

(ii)        during the tender evaluation, the City has identified suitable vendors that can meet the City's functional requirements, within the required timeframes;

(D)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to enter into negotiations with any person with a view to entering into a contract on terms that are appropriate in relation to the subject matter of the tender;

(E)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to negotiate, execute and administer the contracts relating to the tender; and

(F)      Council be informed of the successful vendor via the CEO Update.

Carried unanimously.

X088492.001

 

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council note the financial performance of Council for the second quarter, ending 31 December 2022, including a Quarter 2 Net Operating Result for the year of $74.4M and the full year forecast of $98.9M, as outlined in the subject report and summarised in Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      Council note the Quarter 2 Capital Works expenditure of $66.3M and a revised full year forecast of $185.9M, and approve the proposed adjustments to the adopted budget, including bringing forward $4.8M of funds into the 2022/23 capital budget and $1.4M from the capital works contingency as detailed in Attachment B to the subject report;

(C)      Council note the Technology and Digital Services Capital Works of $8.7M, net of disposals, and a full year forecast of $23.7M, including bringing forward $4.0M of funds into the 2022/23 capital budget and $1.5M from the capital works contingency as detailed in Attachment B to the subject report;

(D)      Council note the Quarter 2 Plant and Equipment expenditure of $3.4M, net of disposals, a revised full year forecast of $12.8M;

(E)      Council note the Quarter 2 net Property Acquisitions of $96.5M, and the full year forecast net Property Acquisitions of $116.1M;

(F)      note the operational performance indicators and Quarter 2 achievements against the Operational Plan 2022/23 objectives, as detailed in Attachment C to the subject report;

(G)      note the supplementary reports, including contracts issued over $50,000, major legal issues and the Quick Response, Banner Pole and Reduced Rate Grant Programs in Quarter 2, as detailed in Attachment D to the subject report.

Carried unanimously.

X084366

It is resolved that Council:

(A)      note the contents of the Fire Safety Report Summary Sheet, as shown at Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      note the inspection reports by Fire and Rescue NSW, as shown at Attachments B to K of the subject report;

(C)      note the contents of Attachment B to the subject report and exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 2-4 Sterling Street, Camperdown;

(D)      note the contents of Attachment C to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 1 Grantham Street, Potts Point at this time;

(E)      note the contents of Attachment D to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 69-71 Parramatta Road, Camperdown at this time;

(F)      note the contents of Attachment E to the subject report and exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 72-76 Parramatta Road, Camperdown;

(G)      note the contents of Attachment F to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 6 – 8 Alexandra Drive, Camperdown at this time;

(H)      note the contents of Attachment G to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 75-81 Macdonald Street, Erskineville at this time;

(I)        note the contents of Attachment H to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 7 Metters Street, Erskineville at this time;;

(J)       note the contents of Attachment I to the subject report and exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 15-17 Marsden Street, Camperdown;

(K)      note the contents of Attachment J to the subject report and exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 398 Pitt Street, Haymarket;

(L)       note the contents of Attachment K to the subject report and not exercise its power under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 to issue a Fire Safety Order at 72 Macdonald Street, Erskineville at this time.

Carried unanimously.

S105001.002

 

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council note the matters raised in response to the public exhibition of the Draft Development Control Plan – Heritage Floor Space Amendment, as shown in the Summary of Submissions at Attachment C to the subject report;

(B)      Council approve the Draft Development Control Plan - Heritage Floor Space Amendment as shown in Attachment A to the subject report; and

(C)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to make any minor amendments to the Draft Development Control Plan – Heritage Floor Space Amendment to correct any minor errors or omissions prior to finalisation and publication.

Carried unanimously.

X091559                                                      

It is resolved that the Investment Report as at 31 December 2022 be received and noted.

Carried unanimously.

X020701

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council approve for public exhibition the draft Electrification of Transport in the City Strategy and Action Plan, as shown at Attachment A to the subject report, and related technical report, as shown at Attachment B to the subject report for a period of six weeks;

(B)      Council note that the Electrification of Transport in the City Strategy and Action Plan including any recommended changes, will be reported to Council for adoption following the exhibition period;

(C)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to make minor editorial amendments for clarity or correction of drafting errors prior to the exhibition of the draft Electrification of Transport in the City Strategy and Action Plan; and

(D)      the Lord Mayor and Councillors be signatories to a joint statement by the Cities Power Partnership (Climate Council) of which the City is a member, calling for the Australian Government to introduce fuel efficiency standards for Australia to secure more low and zero emissions vehicles.

The substantive motion, as varied by consent, was carried unanimously.

X086550

It is resolved that:

(A)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to enter into and finalise a Memorandum of Understanding with The Returned and Services League of Australia (NSW Branch), the Dawn Service Trust Inc. and the State of New South Wales as outlined in this report and Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      Council approve for the 2023, 2024 and 2025 ANZAC Day events:

(i)         annual funding of one third of actual costs up to a maximum of $70,000 (excluding GST) to the State of New South Wales for Hostile Vehicle Mitigation measures;

(ii)        annual funding of $10,000 (excluding GST) to the Dawn Service Trust Inc.; and

(iii)      annual value-in-kind support for 150 veteran’s themed banners for up to two weeks (pending availability); and

(C)      Council note that the final Memorandum of Understanding will be provided to Council via the CEO Update.

Carried unanimously.

X084995

 

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council approve an exemption from tender in accordance with section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993 for the management of the City’s Catering Services to extend the term of the existing contract up to 12 months (to 2 July 2024), by reason of extenuating circumstances, noting that the City took the necessary time to assess the challenging market post pandemic and review the catering services model to ensure long-term viability;

(B)      Council note that a satisfactory result would not be achieved by inviting tenders because:

(i)         additional time is required in order to undertake and finalise the tender process in a market that continues to change rapidly; and

(ii)        the extension of term to the existing contract will allow a planned transition period should a change in supplier occur as a result of the tender process;

(C)      Council approve a contract variation with Compass Group B&I Hospitality Services Pty Ltd (Restaurant Associates) for Catering Services to extend the contract by up to 12 months to 2 July 2024 on the terms set out in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;

(D)      Council note that the financial arrangements under the previous contract were temporarily modified by the Chief Executive Officer in 2020 in accordance with the City's Covid-19 recovery response to accommodate the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, and were approved by Council in 2021 to vary the financial terms of the contract, and extend the contract for an additional two years based on these varied terms as further detailed in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;

(E)      Council note the financial implications as further detailed in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report for the period 3 July 2023 to 2 July 2024; and

(F)      authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to finalise negotiations and enter into any necessary documentation to give effect to the resolutions above.

(G)      Council consider that the future tender process for future catering services:

(i)         Seeks to identify caterers who can accommodate a diverse range of catering cost options hirers, particularly low cost options; and

(ii)        Enables future hirers options not to use the caterer contracted by Council, where:

(a)       Using the Council contracted caterer would act as a significant barrier to not for profit or community groups’ ability to hire Council spaces; or

(b)       Would not be culturally appropriate.

The amended motion was carried on the following show of hands –

Ayes (8)          The Chair (the Lord Mayor), Councillors Chan, Davis, Ellsmore, Gannon, Kok, Jarrett and Scully

Noes (2)          Councillors Scott and Weldon*

*Note – Councillor Weldon abstained from voting on this matter. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 10.4 of the Code of Meeting Practice, Councillor Weldon is taken to have voted against the motion.

Amended motion carried.

X079066

 

It is resolved that:

(A)      Council decline to accept the tender offer for Firework Displays for 2023 and 2024 Sydney New Year's Eve (with two 24-month options to extend to cover the 2025 and 2026 events, and further 2027 and 2028 events) for the reasons set out in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;

(B)      Council cancel the tender for Firework Displays for 2023 and 2024 Sydney New Year's Eve (with two 24-month options to extend to cover the 2025 and 2026 events, and further 2027 and 2028 events);

(C)      Council note the City will undertake a new tender process or processes for the delivery of the 2024 Sydney New Year's Eve and future year events which are expected to be in market by the end of April 2023, following further market research and reconsideration of the proposed contract model;

(D)      Council approve an exemption from tender in accordance with section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993 for the provision of pyrotechnic services for the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event;

(E)      Council approve an exemption from tender in accordance with section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993 for the provision of barges and tugs for the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event;

(F)      Council note the reasons a satisfactory outcome would not be achieved by inviting tenders is due to the following extenuating circumstances:

(i)         the City has attempted to undertake a tender process to contract services in time for delivery of the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event. However, as the market did not respond as intended, the City will need to cancel the current tender and undertake further market research prior to re-tendering; and

(ii)        there is insufficient time to undertake a new tender process for the delivery of the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event;

(G)      Council approve a contract variation with Foti International Fireworks Pty Ltd for the provision of pyrotechnic services for Sydney New Year's Eve for the price outlined in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report, for a period of one year to cover the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event;

(H)      Council approve a contract variation with Polaris Marine Pty Ltd as Trustee for Polaris Marine Trust No 1 for the provision of barges and tugs for Sydney New Year's Eve for the price outlined in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report, for a period of one year to cover the 2023 Sydney New Year's Eve event;

(I)        authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to finalise negotiations and enter into any necessary documentation to give effect to these resolutions; and

(J)       the Chief Executive Officer be requested to investigate and provide updated advice to the elected Council about opportunities to mitigate the environmental impact of the fireworks, and viable sustainable alternatives, prior to the granting of a tender for future New Year’s Eve Fireworks.

Amended motion carried unanimously.

X092284.003

Moved by Councillor Ellsmore, seconded by Councillor Chan –

It is resolved that Council note:

(A)       on Saturday, 11 February 2023, the grassroots community group Action for Public Housing organised a Housing Justice Rally at Sydney Town Hall;

(B)       the rally was attended by thousands of supporters and was endorsed by various community groups, unions, and peak bodies, including the Tenants’ Union of NSW and Shelter NSW; and

(C)       the rally called on the NSW Government to:

(i)         eliminate homelessness now. Guarantee quality public housing and wrap-around services for those experiencing homelessness;

(ii)        defend and extend public housing. No demolition, no privatisation and no evictions. Refurbish, repair, renovate and refit existing public housing. Build 100,000 public homes over the next four years. Keep public housing under public management and reverse the outsourcing to community housing companies; and

(iii)       freeze all rents for two years. End no-fault evictions. Introduce a vacancy tax to force vacant homes and permanent short-term rentals into the rental system.

Carried unanimously.

X086659

 

Chairperson

 

Request to change parking restrictions in Wattle Street, Ultimo

Ultimo Public School has requested for parking changes in Wattle Street to provide spaces for school staff members only.

Wattle Street is a State Road controlled by Transport for New South Wales

The City has requested Transport for New South Wales to consider the request for Ultimo Public School and investigate reallocating kerbside parking restrictions in  Wattle Street.

 

Reinstatement of On-Street Parking on Parramatta Road and Introduction of Load Zone in Layton Street, Camperdown

An email has been received by Camperdown Cellars Pty Ltd to request the reinstatement of adjacent on-street parking along Parramatta Road.  The introduction of Loading Zone in Layton Street, Camperdown.

The City is currently investigating the introduction of a Loading Zone in Layton Street, Camperdown to be tabled at a next available Committee meeting. The Applicant has been advised to liaise directly TFNSW regarding the reinstatement of parking along Parramatta Road.

Ogden Lane, Redfern

An email has been received by a resident requesting for Ogden Lane to be made one-way (east to west) due to safety concerns.

 

City staff will contact the resident regarding the request for making Ogden Lane one-way to improve safety and reduce the speed of vehicles.

 

Moore Park Light Rail Station - Request for Pick up and Drop off Area

An email has been received by a resident advising that since the Moore Park Light Rail Station has been put in and the buses to the Moore Park area removed, children need to catch the light rail to school from Moore Park to Randwick.  I and many other parents pick up their kids from the roundabout on Driver's avenue in line with the Light Rail Station.

On event days the whole street becomes a Special Event Clearway and there is nowhere to legally pickup anyone from the Light Rail Station for a few kilometres. As you can't stop on Drivers Ave, Anzac Parade, Lang Road, and Moore Park Road.  Most of the time everyone just stops anyway as they have no choice.

I have noticed that all the No Parking signs have been removed and replaced with No Stopping signs.

Is the only way to legally pickup or drop off anyone at the Light Rail Station to pay for parking? 

Transport advised that they will not support a Pick up and Drop off Area in Anzac Parade. Drivers Avenue is controlled by the Centennial and Moore Park Trust (CMPT), the resident will be encouraged to contact the CMPT to arrange for Pick up and Drop off Area during event days. These arrangements should be included in the Traffic Management Plan for events in this location.

 

Green Square Plaza

 

Tweed Place Shared Zone Speeding

 

The City has received correspondence concerning a safety risk when some drivers park illegally or drive too fast in the shared zone.

 

The City is currently investigating options to improve pedestrian safety. This matter will be forwarded to South Sydney PAC for enforcement.

Issues with traffic lights at intersection of Paul Street/Zetland Avenue

 

The City has received correspondence concerning traffic signals at the intersection of Paul Street/Zetland Avenue

This matter will be forwarded to South Sydney PAC for enforcement.

 

Representative for Member for Balmain

The Representative for the Member for Balmain advised that residents have raised the following concerns on Bridge Road, Glebe:

·        Cycleway Safety

·        Pedestrian Crossing Signs not being visible due to overgrown trees

·        Rubbish on the Footways

Transport for NSW (Transport) advised that Multiplex is carrying out trenching works on Bridge Road to upgrade the power supply for the new Sydney Fish Market. Multiplex is required to make the road and cycleway safe at the end of each shift. The permanent restoration of the trench will be carried out at the completion of the power supply works.

Transport will review the pedestrian crossing signs on Bridge Road to ensure they are visible.

City staff will liaise with the City’s Cleansing and Waste regarding rubbish collection along footways, the representative was encouraged to report these matters to the City directly.

2023/038998

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures of Hill Street, Clare Street, Short Place, Marys Place and Floods Place for the Mardi Gras Laneway Festival 2023 from 12am Sunday, 26 February 2023 to 2am Monday, 27 February 2023 subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Surry Hills PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)      The Traffic Management and Traffic Control Plans are agreed to in principal and to be finalised through the Working Group established by Premiers and Cabinet’s Community Engagement and Events Division with representative from the Police, Transport Management Centre (TMC), Transport for NSW (TfNSW), Sydney Buses, Council and Event Organisers.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

 

Background

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Ltd has applied for the temporary road closures of Hill Street, Clare Street, Short Place, Marys Place and Floods Place for the Mardi Gras Laneway Festival 2023 from 12am Sunday, 26 February 2023 to 2am Monday, 27 February 2023.

2023/032228

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the western side of Kettle Lane, Ultimo, between the points 5 metres and 15 metres south of Smail Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" and "No Stopping All Other Times", subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(C)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(D)      The Applicant must have an endorsed Construction Traffic Management Plan (CTMP) from Transport for New South Wales prior to the Works Zone being implemented.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Balmain	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Infinity Constructions Group Pty. Ltd. Has requested a 12 metre long Works Zone in Kettle Lane, Ultimo.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 66 Bay Street, Ultimo.

2023/035107

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Streets 2023 on Saturday, 25 March 2023 from 9am to 11:30pm subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders. 

(F)      The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events throughout the year to support communities and local businesses.

The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Harris Street and surrounding streets in Pyrmont for the Sydney Streets 2023 event on Saturday, 25 March 2023 from 9am to 11:30pm.

2023/035136

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Streets 2023 on Saturday, 18 March 2023 from 9am to 11.30pm subject to the following conditions:-

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Kings Cross PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)      The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events throughout the year to support communities and local businesses. 

The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Stanley Street, Darlinghurst and surrounding streets for the Sydney Streets 2023 on Saturday, 18 March 2023 from 9am to 11.30pm.

2023/013351

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the northern side of Ward Avenue, Elizabeth Bay between the points 16.5 metres and 22.5 metres (One car space) west of Barncleuth Square as: "No Parking Police Vehicles Excepted".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Kings Cross PAC has requested consideration for dedicated parking of police operational vehicles in Ward Avenue, Elizabeth Bay.

2023/034850

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the eastern side of West Street, Darlinghurst, between the points 14.5 metres and 26.5 metres south of Liverpool Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri, 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" and "No Stopping All Other Times", subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(C)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Johns Lyng Group has requested a 12 metre long Works Zone in West Street, Darlinghurst.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 433-437 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst.

2023/021309

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the St Patrick's Day Parade 2023 on Sunday, 19 March 2023 from 9.30am to 10.30 am subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)      The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
Place Management NSW	ü
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

 

 

Background

Place Management NSW has applied for the temporary road closures for the St Patrick's Day Parade 2023 on Sunday, 19 March 2023 from 9:30am to 10:30am.

2022/633450

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following reallocation of the kerb space as follows:

(A)      On the western side of Macquarie Street, Sydney between the points 58.2 metres and 63.7 metres north of Bent Street as "Works Zone 7am-7pm Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Sat" and "4P Ticket 7-10pm Mon-Fri 5-10pm Sat 8am-10pm Sun & Public Holidays";

(B)      On the western side of Macquarie Street, Sydney, between the points 63.7 metres and 75.2 metres north of Bent Street as "Works Zone 7am-7pm Mon-Fri 7am-5pm Sat" and "No Parking All Other Times"; and

(C)      On the western side of Macquarie Street, Sydney, between the points 101.2 metres and 107.2 metres north of Bent Street as " No Parking 7am-7pm Mon-Fri Consular Vehicles Excepted" and "4P Ticket 7-10pm Mon-Fri 8am-10pm Sat, Sun & Public Holidays”

Subject to the following conditions:

(D)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(E)      The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(F)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(G)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Buildcorp Group Pty Ltd has requested a 17 metre long Works Zone in Macquarie Street, Sydney to facilitate the construction works at 151 Macquarie Street.

2023/015817

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of parking on the southern side of Stewart Street, Paddington, between the points 29 metres and 36.8 metres (one car space) west of Gordon Street, as “1P 8am-10pm Permit Holders Excepted Area 13”.

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

A resident of Stewart Street, Paddington has requested the removal of the existing Mobility Only space in the street as it is no longer needed.

2023/032189

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closure of Dalley Street, Sydney, between George Street and Pitt Street, from 6am to 6pm on Sunday 5 March 2023, subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as mentioned in Schedule B of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must comply with any other conditions imposed by City’s Construction Regulation Unit.

(C)      The Applicant has indicated the 12 March 2023 as a contingency date.

(D)      The Applicant must contact the Sydney City PAC  to discuss deployment of user pay police for the road closure.

(E)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(F)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed closure and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(G)      The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closure, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Jarrah Group has applied for the temporary road closure of Dalley Street, Sydney, between George Street and Pitt Street, from 6am to 6pm on Sunday 5 March 2023.

2023/011856

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the allocation of parking on the western side of Lawrence Lane, Alexandria between the points 16.5 metres and 21.3 metres (one car space) south of Fountain Street as "No Parking".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – South Sydney PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Heffron	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

A resident of Belmore Street, Alexandria has requested consideration of a "No Parking" restriction in Lawrence Lane to have unobstructed access to their rear garage.

2023/035166

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closures for the Sydney Streets 2023 on Sunday, 5 March 2023 from 8am to 11.30pm subject to the following conditions:-

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Leichhardt PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant is to obtain a Road Occupancy Licence from the Transport Management Centre prior to commencement of works.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(F)      The Applicant must contact Sydney Buses and arrange and pay for the rerouting of bus services around the closures, the temporary relocation of bus stops and any additional staff required.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Leichhardt PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Balmain	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

In early 2022, the City introduced a series of Sydney Summer Streets events closing several high streets to support communities during the pandemic. The initiative was an opportunity for local businesses to extend their trade onto footpaths and outdoor settings. Following the success of the Sydney Summer Streets events, the City now plans to hold similar Sydney Streets events throughout the year to support communities and local businesses. 

The City has applied for the temporary road closures of Glebe Point Road, Glebe and surrounding streets for the Sydney Streets 2022 on Sunday, 5 March 2023 from 8am to 11.30pm.

2023/020518

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closure of Collins Street Surry Hills between Crown Street and Richards Lane, for the Surry Hills at Play event on Sunday, 30 April 2023 from 8am to 6pm, subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as stipulated in Schedule A of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must contact the Surry Hills PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the event.

(C)      The Applicant must contact the City’s Venue Management Unit to discuss the event.

(D)      The Applicant must contact the City's Health and Building about food distribution.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed event and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Reactivate Consulting has applied for the temporary road closure of Collins Street, Surry Hills, between Crown Street and Richards Lane, for the Surry Hills at Play event on Sunday, 30 April 2023 from 8am to 6pm.

X022515

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the installation of signposting for contra-flow bicycle access in 158 one-way streets across the City of Sydney Local Government Area, as shown in the attached map and list.

 

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC, South Sydney PAC, Kings Cross PAC, Surry Hills PAC, Leichhardt PAC, Inner West PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney, Newtown, Heffron, Balmain	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation and noted the request from Transport to delay the implementation of the contra-flow bicycle access on Reiby Place due the construction activities in the area.  City staff will monitor the usage of the contra-flow bicycle arrangement at Jarocin Avenue, Glebe as well as streets that intersect with State Roads or at signalised intersections.

Background

The City is committed to encouraging people to ride bicycles more often and safely. We are improving the safety and amenity of cycling infrastructure by making bicycle riding a real and convenient option for short local trips.

The Transport for NSW Technical Direction on Signposting for contra-flow bicycle facilities (TTD 2014/002) describes these facilities as “a cost-effective treatment that enhances the cycling experience by improving the permeability of neighbourhoods and by reducing bicycle trip lengths”. Such facilities can often improve the safety of people riding by enabling them to avoid busy roads or dangerous intersections.

The Technical Direction followed a 2013 RMS study into the safety of contra-flow bicycle facilities.

The Technical Direction recommends, “councils may want to assess their existing one-way streets for suitability for contra-flow bicycle facilities”.

The Austroads Guide to Traffic Management Part 8 (7.5.3) suggests one-way streets can increase opportunities for dedicated facilities for bicycle riders and may improve bicycle safety. It recommends the use of contra-flow bicycle lanes, which permit two-way bicycle movements on roads that are one-way for other vehicles.

Action 1.4 of the City’s Cycling Strategy and Action Plan 2018-2030 is “Improve safety and access throughout our area, including new contra-flow provisions”.

Transport for NSW were consulted in May 2021 and supported the proposed treatment and streets listed, subject to community consultation and reporting to the LPCTCC.

The full list of 158 one-way streets is attached to this report, in list and map format. This project will improve safety and access between homes and the bike network.

2023/033651

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closure of Bland Street, Woolloomooloo, between Forbes Street and Dowling Street, (two lanes), from 7am to 6pm on Monday 27 February 2023, Saturday 18 March 2023, Wednesday 19 April 2023, Tuesday 30 May 2023, subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as mentioned in Schedule B of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must comply with any other conditions imposed by City’s Construction Regulation Unit.

(C)      The Applicant has indicated the 6 and 25 March, 26 April and 6 June 2023 as contingency dates.

(D)      The Applicant must contact the Kings Cross PAC  to discuss deployment of user pay police for the road closure.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed closure and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Jarrah Group has applied for the temporary road closure of Bland Street, Woolloomooloo, between Forbes Street and Dowling Street, (two lanes), from 7am to 6pm on Monday 27 February 2023, Saturday 18 March 2023, Wednesday 19 April 2023, Tuesday 30 May 2023.

2023/012669

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the eastern side of Hutchinson Place, Surry Hills between the points 6.7 metres and 14.7 metres north of Fitzroy Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" and "No Stopping All Other Times", subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(C)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(D)      The Applicant must temporarily remove the existing kerb and footpath adjacent the Works Zone in Hutchinson Place to provide sufficient space for a vehicle to load and unload within the Works Zone, as well as maintain vehicular access in Hutchinson Place.

(E)      The Applicant must reinstate the kerb, gutter and footpath adjacent the proposed Works Zone in Hutchison Place to the satisfaction of the City's Public Domain team, once the Works Zone is no longer required and removed.

(F)       The Works Zone must maintain a clear 2.6 metre travel lane in Hutchinson Place for vehicular traffic during the hours the Works Zone is in operation.

(G)      The Works Zone is limited up to an Australian Standard 6metre long vehicle.

(H)      The Applicant must implement appropriate traffic control measures and use TfNSW-Accredited Traffic Controllers to manage vehicular and pedestrian movement adjacent to the Works Zone during the hours of operation.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The Walsh Group Construction has requested an 8metre long Works Zone in Hutchinson Place, Surry Hills.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 479 South Dowling Street, Surry Hills.

2023/012448

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following reallocation of the kerb space:

(A)      On the southern side of Surrey Street, Darlinghurst, between the points 165 metres and 174 metres east of Victoria Street as "Work Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" and "1P Ticket 5.30pm-Midnight Mon-Fri 3.30pm-Midnight Sat 8am-Midnight Sun & Public Holidays Permit Holders Excepted Area 17";

(B)      On the southern side of Surrey Street, Darlinghurst, between the points 174 metres and 192 metres east of Victoria Street as "1P Ticket 8am-Midnight Permit Holders Excepted Area 17"; and

(C)      On the northern side of Surrey Street, Darlinghurst, between the points 6.6 metres and 46.3 metres east of Surrey Lane as "No Stopping".

Subject to the following conditions:

(D)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(E)      The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(F)       The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(G)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Kings Cross PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Acumen Corp Pty Ltd has requested a nine metre long Works Zone in Surrey Street, Darlinghurst.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 68 Surrey Street, Darlinghurst.

2023/010269

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the following reallocation of the kerb space:

(A)      On the western side of Glebe Point Road, Glebe, between the points 72 metres and 92 metres north of Toxteth Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri 7.30am-3.30pm Sat"; and

(B)      On the eastern side of Allen Lane, Glebe, between the points 72 metres and 87 metres north of Toxteth Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" and "No Parking All Other Times".

Subject to the following conditions:

(C)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(D)      The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(E)      The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(F)       The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

(G)      The Applicant must provide accredited traffic controllers during the Works Zone hours in Allen Lane to safely manage pedestrian and vehicular traffic around the Works Zone.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Leichhardt PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Balmain	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation and noted the amendment to Condition G as follows:

(G)      The Applicant must provide accredited traffic controllers in Allen Lane to safely manage pedestrian, vehicular traffic and maintain access to residential driveways adjacent to the Works Zone during the hours of operation of the Works Zone.

Background

Secret Gardens Pty Ltd has requested a 20 metre long Works Zone in Glebe Point Road, Glebe and a 15 metre long Works Zone in Allen Lane, Glebe.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 234 Glebe Point Road, Glebe.

2022/323703

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee raise no objection to the removal of a redundant "Bus Zone" and reallocation of kerbspace on the southern side of Queen Street, Rosebery between the points 83.4 metres and 109.4 metres (approximately four car spaces) east of Botany Road, as "1P 8.30am-6pm Mon-Fri, 8.30am-12.30pm Sat".

Voting Members for this Item

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – South Sydney PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Heffron	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

The City has received an enquiry from a resident that the Bus Stop located on the southern side of Queen Street, Rosebery opposite Princes Avenue is redundant and no longer used by buses.

2023/034469

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the temporary road closure of Bellevue Street, Surry Hills between Belmore Lane and Albion Way, from 7.30am to 5pm on Thursday 2 March 2023, subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the temporary road closure conditions as mentioned in Schedule B of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must comply with any other conditions imposed by City’s Construction Regulation Unit.

(C)      The Applicant has indicated the 3 and 9 March 2023 as contingency dates.

(D)      The Applicant must contact the Surry Hills PAC to discuss deployment of user pay police for the road closure.

(E)      The Applicant must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed closure and include contact details in the notification letters to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Surry Hills PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Site Security & Traffic Control has applied for the temporary road closure of Bellevue Street, Surry Hills between Belmore Lane and Albion Way, from 7.30am to 5pm on Thursday 2 March 2023.

2023/041840

Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the reallocation of the kerb space on the western side of Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, between the points 33.1 metres and 43.1 metres north of Allen Street as "Works Zone 7.30am-5.30pm Mon-Fri, 7.30am-3.30pm Sat" & "2P Ticket Other Times, Permit Holders Excepted Area 20", subject to the following conditions:

(A)      The Applicant must comply with the Works Zone conditions as stipulated in Schedule C of this agenda.

(B)      The Applicant must obtain separate approval from the City's Tree Management Team prior to implementation of the Works Zone.

(C)      The Applicant is not permitted to operate any part of a crane over a public road or hoist/swing goods from a Works Zone across or over any part of a public road by means of a lift, hoist or crane unless a separate approval has been obtained from the City's Construction and Building Certification Services Unit as required under Section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Section 138 of the Roads Act 1993.

(D)      The Applicant must notify adjacent properties of the Works Zone at least 14 days prior to installation and must provide a telephone number of the supervisor responsible for the proposed Works Zone and include contact details in the notification letter to be distributed to affected stakeholders.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – Sydney City PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Sydney	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Calida Projects Pty. Ltd. has requested a 10 metre long Works Zone in Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont.

The Works Zone is to facilitate construction works at 22 Allen Avenue, Pyrmont.

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Recommendation

It is recommended that the Committee endorse the installation of a kerb extension in Marriott Street, Redfern between the points 8.8 metres and 14.7 metres north of Cooper Street.

Voting Members for this Item

 

Voting Members	Support	Object
City of Sydney	ü
Transport for NSW	ü
NSW Police – South Sydney PAC	ü
Representative for the Member for Newtown	ü

 

Advice

The Committee unanimously supported the recommendation.

Background

Recently the signage plan for kerbside parking and line marking arrangements in Baptist and Marriott Streets, as part of Development Consent application for 2-38 Baptist Street, Redfern was endorsed by the Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee.

However, the developer needs to re-install the kerb extension at the intersection of Marriott Street, north of Cooper Street to identify and reinforce the one-way northbound traffic flow in Marriott Street. This needs endorsement by the Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee.