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SUBDIVISION APPLICATION
SD-2017/28
APPLICANT: PDA Surveyors
PROPOSAL: 2 Lot Subdivision and Boundary Adjustment
LOCATION: 13 & 17 Roebourne Road (with access in part over
13, 15 & 22 Roebourne Road), OTAGO
RELEVANT PLANNING SCHEME: Clarence Interim Planning
Scheme 2015
ADVERTISING EXPIRY DATE: 1 May 2019.
In addition to the Application Form(s), Certificate of Title(s) and any associated
consent documents the following information is available on request:
• Nil
The relevant plans and documents can be inspected at the Council offices, 38 Bligh Street, Rosny Park,
during normal office hours until 1 May 2019.
Any person may make representations about the application to the General Manager, by writing to PO
Box 96, Rosny Park, 7018 or by electronic mail to clarence@ccc.tas.gov.au. Representations must be
received by Council on or before 1 May 2019.
To enable Council to contact you if necessary, would you please also include a day time contact
number in any correspondence you may forward.
Any personal information submitted is covered by Council’s privacy policy, available at
www.ccc.tas.gov.au or at the Council offices.
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PLAN OF SUBDIVISION
PHONE: +61 03 6234 3217FAX: +61 03 6234 5085
EMAIL: pda.hbt@pda.com.au
PDA SurveyorsSurveying, Engineering & Planning
ABN 71 217 806 325
127 Bathurst Street Hobart,Tasmania, 7000
www.pda.com.au Also at: Kingston,Launceston & Burnie
1:1500 10 January 2018 S800C-1J 5 24235E, 5 261 115N5226
This plan has been prepared only for thepurpose of obtaining preliminary subdivisionapproval from the Council and theinformation shown hereon should be usedfor no other purpose. All measurements andareas are subject to final survey.
AddressCouncilPlanning SchemeZone & Overlay
Owners
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Terese Cameron;
& Rodney Raymond Hurd
FR 102082/1; & FR 106009/1
13 & 11 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
Clarence City Council
Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015
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Natural Values Report
For a proposed 3 lot subdivision at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
For T. Cameron
February 2018
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Contents
1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Background ...................................................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Property description ................................................................................................................ 2
2.2 Development proposal ............................................................................................................ 3
3. Methods .......................................................................................................................................... 4
4. Natural Values Assessment ............................................................................................................ 5
4.1 Vegetation communities.......................................................................................................... 5
4.2 Flora .......................................................................................................................................... 8
4.3 Fauna ...................................................................................................................................... 11
6. Development Impacts ................................................................................................................... 13
6.1 Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 .............................................................................. 13
7. Conclusion and recommendations .............................................................................................. 18
Appendix 1: Cursory Species List for 13 and 18 Roebourne Rd, Otago Bay ....................................... 21
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1. Introduction
This natural values report has been prepared as a requirement of a subdivision development
application under the Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015. The site of the proposed
subdivision is within a Rural Living Zone and there is a Biodiversity Protection Area (BPA) over
parts of the site. The site is within a Bushfire Prone Area and as such will require Hazard
Management Areas (BHMA) to be established around the proposed building envelopes and
existing dwellings.
As the proposal has the potential to impact on natural values within the BPA, a natural values
assessment is required under the planning scheme. This assessment aims to identify the natural
values of the site, including determining the type and extent of vegetation communities, and
presence of threatened species and threatened fauna habitat. It also aims to map weed
infestations and identify any other threats present. Any potential impacts to natural values
posed by the development are then analysed, and management recommendations are provided
to mitigate these impacts.
This report details the findings of the assessment including results of the field survey and
desktop analysis. It also addresses the requirements of the Natural Assets Code under the
Planning Scheme.
2. Background
2.1 Property description
The site of the proposed subdivision is located on the northwest facing slope of Mount Direction,
to the east of the East Derwent Highway in Otago Bay (Figure 1). It incorporates two existing
titles at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, with a combined area of 4.8 ha.
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The site is covered by a mixture of woodland and grassland vegetation, most of which is in a
modified condition. There are dwellings on the two existing titles, and a TasWater tank and
communication tower between the two dwellings. There are extensive areas of native
vegetation to the north and east of the site, including the Meehan Range Recreation Reserve
which adjoins 13 Roebourne Rd. There are also large areas of native vegetation to the south of
the site on freehold titles. The properties to the west are generally rural living lots which include
cleared paddocks and small areas of modified native vegetation.
Figure 1 - Location of the site.
2.2 Development proposal
The proposal is to subdivide the two existing lots to form 2 new lots and 2 balance lots, with
access from Roebourne Road (refer to subdivision layout in Appendix 2).
SURVEY SITE 13 & 18 Roebourne Road, OTAGO BAY
Mt Direction
200 400 m
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3. Methods
The natural values assessment was undertaken in two stages: desktop analysis; and field survey.
The desktop analysis involved extracting data from a variety of sources, including:
• Natural Values Atlas (DPIPWE 2017);
• Protected Matters Search Tool (DEE 2017);
• LIST map.
The field survey was undertaken by a single observer on the 14th December 2017 using a timed-
meander method. All perceivable vegetation communities were mapped and classified according
to TASVEG 3.0. All vascular plant species encountered were recorded, with an emphasis on
detecting rare and threatened species. Searches for potential threatened fauna habitat e.g. tree
hollows and den sites, and other evidence e.g. scats, diggings and tracks were also undertaken.
No detailed fauna surveys were conducted.
Locations of threatened flora, fauna habitat and significant weeds were mapped with a handheld
GPS and population data was captured e.g. numbers of individuals, area occupied etc.
Geographic datum used was GDA94 Zone 55.
Taxonomic nomenclature for flora follows the latest Census of Vascular Plants of Tasmania
(Baker & de Salas 2017). Classification of vegetation communities is in accordance with Kitchener
and Harris (2013) and TASVEG 3.0.
3.1.1 Limitation of the survey
Whilst every effort was made to compile a complete list of vascular plants for the property, a
single survey is unlikely to detect all species present due to seasonal/temporal variations. Some
plants could not be identified to a species level due to a lack of flowers and others may have
been overlooked due to a lack of fertile material. It is also possible that additional species are
present but were dormant at the time of survey.
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4. Natural Values Assessment
4.1 Vegetation communities
The site supports four native vegetation communities as per the TASVEG classification system.
These are:
• Eucalyptus viminalis grassy forest and woodland (DVG);
• Bursaria – Acacia woodland (NBA);
• Allocasuarina verticillata woodland (NAV); and
• Lowland grassland complex (GCL).
There are also areas of modified land classified as Agricultural land (FAG), Urban land (FUR),
Extra-urban miscellaneous (FUM) and Regenerating cleared land (FRG). Refer to Figure 2 for the
distribution of vegetation communities. A description of each of the native vegetation types is
provided below.
Eucalyptus viminalis grassy forest and woodland (DVG)
This vegetation type occurs in the south east of the site and is characterised by an overstorey of
white gum (Eucalyptus viminalis), interspersed with white peppermint (Eucalyptus pulchella),
and black peppermint (Eucalyptus amygdalina). The tall shrub layer contains prickly box
(Bursaria spinosa), drooping sheoak (Allocasuarina verticillata), broadleaf hopbush (Dodonaea
viscosa), native cherry (Exocarpos cupressiformis), black wattle (Acacia mearnsii) and silver
wattle (A. dealbata). The understory typically includes native cranberry (Astroloma humifusum),
peachberry heath (Lissanthe strigosa), dwarf riceflower (Pimelea humilis), sagg (Lomandra
longifolia), variable swordsedge (Lepidosperma laterale) and kangaroo grass (Themeda triandra),
along with a range of other native grasses and herbs.
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Bursaria – Acacia woodland (NBA)
There is an area of Bursaria-Acacia woodland in the south west corner of the site. This vegetation
type is derived from DVG, but lacks a canopy of white gum. There is evidence of tree dieback,
and the understorey has been disturbed and modified. The tall shrub layer is dense and is
dominated by regrowth prickly box, drooping sheoak, and black wattle. The understorey is
sparse and includes native cranberry, kangaroo grass, velvet tussockgrass (Poa rodwayi),
blushing bindweed (Convolvulus angustissimus), scaly buttons (Leptorhynchos squamatus),
kidneyweed (Dichondra repens), and a range of other grasses and groundcovers.
Allocasuarina verticillata woodland (NAV)
This vegetation type occurs in the north west of the site. It is characterised by a dense
overstorey of drooping sheoak with the occasional prickly box and broadleaf hopbush. The
understorey is open and typically includes native cranberry, peachberry heath, sagg, variable
swordsedge and kangaroo grass.
Lowland grassland complex (GCL)
There is an area of derived native grassland within the paddock in the south west of the site. This
vegetation type is dominated by knotty speargrass (Austrostipa nodosa) and narrowleaf new-
holland-daisy (Vittadinia muelleri). bristly wallabygrass (Rytidosperma setacea), corkscrew
speargrass (Austrostipa stuposa), fibrous speargrass (Austrostipa semibarbata), rough
wheatgrass (Anthosachne scaber), velvet tussockgrass, kangaroo grass, scaly buttons, common
woodruff (Asperula conferta), and twinflower knawel (Scleranthus biflorus) are also frequent.
4.1.1 Conservation status of the vegetation communities
None of the native vegetation communities are listed as a threatened under Schedule 3A of the
Nature Conservation Act 2002.
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Figure 2 – Distribution of vegetation communities, threatened flora, significant trees, and weeds.
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4.2 Flora
A total of 67 vascular plant species were recorded during the survey, including 18 introduced
species.
4.2.1 Threatened flora
One threatened flora species was recorded during the survey – narrowleaf new-holland-daisy
(Vittadinia muelleri). This species is listed as rare under the Threatened Species Protection Act
1995.
Figure 3 – narrowleaf new-holland-daisy. Figure 4 – Large population in paddock.
There is a very large population of narrowleaf new-holland-daisy covering the paddock in the
south west of the site (refer to Figure 2). This population is estimated to contain approximately
400,000 – 500,000 individuals and covers approximately 1 ha of the site. The population extends
into the adjoining properties to the west and the north at a similar density for at least another
0.7 ha. There are also scattered plants in the south west corner of the site, and in the easement
along the western boundary, containing an additional 550 individuals.
There are previous records of narrowleaf new-holland-daisy within 500 m of the site (NVA 2017),
along with two other rare flora species – prickly woodruff (Asperula scoparia ssp. scoparia) and
leafy fireweed (Senecio squarrosus).
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A number of other threatened species have been recorded within 5 km of the site (refer to Table
1), but very few of these are likely to occur within the site based on habitat requirements. For
simplicity, species with no likelihood of occurring have been excluded from Table 1 e.g. coastal
and riparian species.
Table 1 – Threatened flora previously recorded within 5 km of the site (NVA 2017).
Species Status TSPA
Status EPBCA Likelihood of occurrence within site
Species recorded within 500 m
Asperula scoparia subsp. scoparia prickly woodruff r
10 records within 500 m and 26 records within 5 km. Some potential habitat, but not detected during survey and unlikely to have been overlooked.
Senecio squarrosus leafy fireweed r
3 records within 500 m and 10 records within 5 km. Some potential habitat, but not detected during survey.
Vittadinia muelleri narrowleaf new-holland-daisy r
4 records within 500 m and 44 records within 5 km. Occurs in grassland and grassy woodland, often in disturbed sites. Large population within site.
Species recorded within 5 km
Aphelia gracilis slender fanwort r
1 record within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site. No suitable habitat.
Austrostipa bigeniculata doublejointed speargrass r
2 records within 5 km. Potential habitat in grassland, but not detected during survey and unlikely to have been overlooked.
Austrostipa scabra rough speargrass r
14 records within 5 km. Potential habitat in grassland and can co-occur with A. nodosa, but not observed during survey.
Caladenia caudata tailed spider-orchid v VU
21 records within 5 km. Marginal habitat within site, but very low probability of occurring due to condition.
Dianella amoena grassland flaxlily r EN
5 records within 5 km. Some potential habitat but unlikely to have been overlooked.
Eucalyptus morrisbyi morrisbys gum e EN
258 records within 5 km. No suitable habitat. Grows on mudstone sediments in Meehan Range.
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Eucalyptus risdonii risdon peppermint r
117 records within 5 km. No suitable habitat. Grows on mudstone sediments in Meehan Range.
Hovea tasmanica rockfield purplepea r
2 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Hyalosperma demissum moss sunray e
35 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site. Grows in rockplate grassland. No suitable habitat.
Isoetopsis graminifolia grass cushion v
26 records within 5 km. Marginal habitat in grassland. Possibly overlooked due to timing but low probability of occurring within the site.
Lepidium hyssopifolium soft peppercress e EN
5 records within 5 km. Grows in growth suppression zone of trees. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Olearia hookeri crimsontip daisybush r
16 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site. Grows on mudstone sediments in Meehan Range.
Ozothamnus reflexifolius reflexed everlastingbush v VU
17 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Parietaria debilis shade pellitory r
3 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Pomaderris pilifera subsp. talpicutica moleskin dogwood e VU
15 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Rytidosperma indutum tall wallabygrass r
37 records within 5 km. Potential to occur within site, but not observed during survey.
Scleranthus fasciculatus spreading knawel v
7 records within 5 km. Some potential habitat but unlikely to have been overlooked.
Spyridium eriocephalum var. eriocephalum heath dustymiller
e 26 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Teucrium corymbosum forest germander r
38 records within 5 km. Suitable habitat within NAV community but unlikely to have been overlooked.
Velleia paradoxa spur velleia v
8 records within 5 km. Low probability of occurring within the site.
Vittadinia gracilis woolly new-holland-daisy r
8 records within 5 km. Some suitable habitat but unlikely to have been overlooked unless in very low numbers.
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Based on the probability analysis outlined in Table 1 the site contains potential habitat for
several rare flora species, but none of these were detected during the survey and are unlikely to
occur within the proposed building envelopes (with the exception of Vittadinia muelleri).
4.2.2 Introduced Plants
A total of 18 introduced plant species were recorded during the survey. This includes a large
population of boneseed (Chrysanthemoides monilifera), and isolated plants of blackberry (Rubus
fruticosus) (Figure 2), which are listed as declared weeds under the Weed Management Act
1999.
4.3 Fauna
4.3.1 Threatened fauna
No threatened fauna species were observed during the survey. Tasmanian devil (Sarcophilus
harrisii) and eastern quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus) have previously been within 500 m of the site
(NVA 2017). Several other threatened fauna species have been recorded within 5 km of the site
or have the potential to occur based on range boundaries. Those species with potential habitat
are listed in Table 2 along with comments about the importance of the habitat. For simplicity,
pelagic and migratory species have been excluded from the analysis.
Table 2 – List of threatened fauna species previously recorded within 5 km (NVA 2017)
Species Status TSPA
Status EPBCA Comments
grey goshawk Accipiter novaehollandiae e
2 record swithin 5 km. Potential to forage over site, but no suitable nesting habitat.
Tasmanian wedge-tailed eagle Aquila audax subsp. fleayi e EN
Potential to occur based on range boundaries. Potential to forage over site, but no nest sites within 5 km.
eastern quoll Dasyurus viverrinus EN
14 records within 5 km. Likely o forage across site but no potential den sites or important habitat present.
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Species Status TSPA
Status EPBCA Comments
white-bellied sea-eagle Haliaeetus leucogaster v
2 records within 5 km, including 1 nest site. Potential to forage over site, but no suitable nesting habitat.
swift parrot Lathamus discolor e CR
16 records within 5 km. No potential foraging or nesting habitat (blue gum or black gum) within site.
Litoria raniformis green and gold frog v VU 1 record within 5 km. No suitable
habitat present.
forty-spotted pardalote Pardalotus quadragintus e EN
2 historical records within 5 km. Potential habitat (white gum) present, but no breeding colonies known from municipality.
eastern barred bandicoot Perameles gunnii VU
16 records within 5 km. Likely to forage across site. Species is widespread in Tas and locally secure. No important habitat present.
tasmanian devil Sarcophilus harrisii e EN
24 records within 5 km. Potential foraging habitat but no potential den sites or important habitat present.
masked owl Tyto novaehollandiae v VU
8 records within 5 km, including 1 nest site. Potential to forage across site, but no large hollows or important habitat present.
4.3.2 Threatened fauna habitat
Based on probability analysis in Table 2 the site contains potential foraging habitat for eastern
barred bandicoot, eastern quoll and Tasmanian devil. These species are widespread across
Tasmania including peri-urban areas. The site does not contain any important habitat for these
species such as potential den sites or dense groundcover for nesting. The development proposal
is unlikely to reduce the carrying capacity of these species in the area.
The site does not contain any potential foraging habitat for swift parrot (i.e. no blue gum or black
gum). No raptor nests were observed, and the closest recorded nest sites are more than 4 km
away.
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6. Development Impacts
The proposed subdivision has the potential to impact on natural values, including narrowleaf
new-holland-daisy, due to the designation of building areas and bushfire hazard areas for the
new lots (Figure 5 and Appendix 2). The position of building envelopes has been adjusted to
minimise the impact on narrowleaf new-holland-daisy based on the findings of the natural values
survey. The building envelope (BE) on Lot 1 is located predominantly within existing cleared land
(FAG) and has been shifted into the north-east corner to minimise fragmentation of the
narrowleaf new-holland-daisy population.
The BE on Lot 2 and is within a previously modified area of DVG and avoids the narrowleaf new-
holland-daisy population. There are several large trees on Lot 2, some of which contain hollows
that should be retained where possible. Figure 5 shows the location of the BEs and BHMAs in
relation to the new holland daisy population and significant trees.
Potential impacts associated with bushfire hazard management will be limited to the thinning of
shrubs and mowing/slashing of grasses and groundcovers. It should be possible to retain most of
the large trees within the BHMA on Lot 3. Modification of the understorey is unlikely to impact
on narrowleaf new-holland-daisy, and if managed appropriately could be beneficial to the
population.
6.1 Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015
The property is within a Rural Living Zone and is partially covered by the Biodiversity Protection
Overlay ‘High risk’. The site is also within a Bushfire Prone Area, so the proposal must address
the relevant provisions of the Natural Assets Code and Bushfire-Prone Areas Code (refer to
Bushfire Hazard Management Plan).
E27.0 Natural Assets Code
Most of the site is within a Biodiversity Protection Area (BPA) so the proposal must satisfy the
relevant provisions of the Natural Assets Code. These are listed below, including a response to
the criteria in bold.
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Figure 5 – Proposed subdivision layout.
LOT 1
LOT 2
BALANCE LOT (1)
LOT 1
BALANCE LOT (2)
LOT 1
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Note: The paddock containing the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy is outside of the BPA, but
because it contains a threatened flora species (priority vegetation) it has been assessed as if it
were within the BPA.
E27.6 Impact classification
The development of the building envelope and BHMA on Lot 1 is classified as a Major impact as it
is likely to have a significant impact on narrowleaf new-holland-daisy which is classed as ‘priority
vegetation’. Lot 2 is classified as a Minor impact because they are likely to only cause a minor
impact upon narrowleaf new-holland-daisy.
E27.8 Subdivision Standards
Performance criteria for a Major Impact (applies to Lot 1):
P1 (a) Subdivision works, including accesses, fences and service locations are designed to
minimise the impact on priority vegetation and the clearance of native vegetation; and
The location of the building envelope on Lot 1 has been positioned to minimise the impact on
narrowleaf new-holland-daisy. It has been placed in the north-west corner of the Lot to prevent
fragmentation of the population and to reduce edge effects. This site is also within an area of
cleared land (FAG), rather than native grassland. The majority of the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy
population will be retained outside of the impact area, and a Part V Agreement is recommended
to protect the population (refer to Figure 5).
(b) Special circumstances.
Special circumstances are considered to exist whereby “the extent of likely impact on the priority
vegetation is insignificant in consideration to the extent of that priority vegetation elsewhere”.
Narrowleaf new-holland-daisy occurs widely across eastern Tasmania and the Midlands and is
locally common in some areas. It also occurs throughout Victoria, ACT and NSW. It is tolerant of
grazing and disturbance and prefers open grassy habitats. It often colonises disturbed sites such as
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roadsides, paddocks, and quarries. The number of plants that will be impacted by this proposal is
insignificant in consideration of the species’ wider distribution and total population size.
Performance Criteria for a Minor Impact (applies to Lot 2 & 3):
P1 (a) Subdivision works, including accesses, fences and service locations are designed to
minimise the impact on priority vegetation and the clearance of native vegetation;
The location of the building envelope on Lot 2 has been positioned to avoid narrowleaf new-
holland-daisy and minimise the clearance of DVG vegetation. The vegetation within the BE has
previously been modified, including the removal of trees. There are only two medium sized white
gums within the BE. There is a small population of narrowleaf new-holland-daisy (approximately
200 plants) within the BHMA for Lot 2, but these plants could be retained. Likewise, there should
be no additional impacts to narrowleaf new-holland-daisy within the BHMA on Balance Lot 1,
given its ability to persist in modified habitats.
(b) Lots must be designed to contain a building envelope which:
⋅ avoids priority vegetation; and ⋅ reduces clearance of native vegetation to the minimum extent necessary to contain the
anticipated use and any clearance required for bushfire management
The BE on Lot 2 does not contain priority vegetation and has been designed to minimise the
clearance of native vegetation. No large trees will be impacted, and the BE is located in a
previously modified area. There is an existing dwelling on Balance Lot 1 which requires the
establishment of a BHMA, but this is not anticipated to impact on narrowleaf new-holland-daisy.
(c) No burning, blasting or construction works involving excavators or multiple truck
movements are to occur within 500 m (or 1 km if in line-of-sight) of an active raptor nest
during the breeding season between July to January inclusive.
There are no known raptor nests within 1 km of the property.
(d) Additional mitigation measures are proposed to ensure that the subdivision will
satisfactorily reduce all remaining impacts on priority vegetation; and
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A Part V agreement is proposed over the majority of the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy population
on Lot 1. Measures will be taken during the development phase to ensure that impacts to the
population are contained within the BE on Lot 1 e.g. barriers to restrict vehicle access, designated
stockpile areas, weed hygiene measures.
(e) Conservation outcomes and long terms security of any offset is consistent with the
Guidelines for the use of Biodiversity Offsets in the local planning approval process,
Southern Tasmanian Councils Authority 2013.
A Part V Agreement is proposed to protect the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy population. There is
no mechanism for financial offsets under the Planning Scheme.
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7. Conclusion and recommendations
The proposed subdivision will impact on a large population of narrowleaf new-holland-daisy,
which is listed as Rare under the TSPA. The building envelope on Lot 1 has been positioned to
minimise impacts to the population i.e. by placing it the north-east corner of the Lot. It is
estimated that 25,000 – 30,000 individuals will be removed within the BE (<5.5 % of the
population). A ‘Permit to Take’ will be required from DPIPWE for the removal of narrowleaf new-
holland-daisy. A further 110,000 – 120,000 individuals occur within the BHMA on Lot 1, but this
area is covered by grassland and will require minimal management. Mowing of the grassland
within the BHMA is likely to benefit the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy population, which is
promoted by disturbance. It is recommended that the remainder of the population (>70% of the
area of occupancy) be protected by a Part V Agreement to be register on the lot title.
The site provides potential foraging habitat for eastern barred bandicoot, eastern quoll and
Tasmanian devil. These species occur widely across Tasmania and the loss of a small area of
potential foraging habitat does not constitute a significant impact on these species. No important
habitat features such as potential den sites or raptor nests were recorded. There are several large
hollow-bearing white gums on Lot 3 which should be retained as they provide potential nesting
opportunities for native fauna.
There is a large infestation of boneseed within the site, especially on Lot 1. There are also isolated
patches of blackberry on Lot 2. These declared weeds should be controlled prior to the
development of the site, and will require regular follow-up treatment. It is recommended that
mature boneseed is cut and painted with herbicide. Seedlings should be hand pulled or carefully
spot sprayed. Blackberry should be foliar sprayed. Care must be taken to avoid spray drift from
impacting on narrowleaf new-holland- daisy.
Best practice hygiene procedures should be followed during the development phase to ensure
that weeds are not introduced or spread. This should include wash-down procedures for
equipment prior to entering the site, and the use of uncontaminated materials. Soil from the site
should be treated as contaminated with boneseed and must remain on-site. Vehicles and
machinery must be free of soil prior to leaving the site. Movement of topsoil off the site is
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prohibited without a permit from DPIPWE. Further information regarding best practice hygiene
protocols is available from the ‘Tasmanian Wash-down Guidelines for Weed and Disease Control’.
The following recommendations are provided to minimise impacts on the natural values of the
site.
Recommendations
Vegetation clearance must be restricted to the designated building envelopes on Lot 1
and Lot 2 to minimise the impact on the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy.
Management of vegetation within the BHMAs should be limited to thinning of shrubs and
slashing/mowing of grasses and groundcovers. This will enable narrowleaf new-holland-
daisy to persist in these areas.
A Permit to Take will be required from DPIPWE for the removal of narrowleaf new-
holland-daisy from the building envelope on Lot 1.
The remainder of the narrowleaf new-holland-daisy population on Lot 1 should be
protected under a Part V Agreement (refer to Figure 5).
Temporary barriers should be installed around the building envelopes on Lot 1 and Lot 2
during the develop phase to prevent damage to narrow leaf new-holland-daisy.
Large hollow-bearing white gums on Lot 2 should be retained where possible.
Boneseed and blackberry should be controlled prior to works commencing to prevent
further spread. Ongoing monitoring and follow-up treatment should be undertaken.
Hygiene measures must be followed to prevent spread of weeds. All machinery and
equipment must be free of soil prior to entering the site, and must be washed-down
prior to leaving the site.
Top-soil should be stockpiled and must remain on-site. Any soil or gravel imported to the
site for construction or landscaping purposes should be from a weed free source to
prevent the establishment of other weeds.
Stockpile sites should be away from native vegetation, especially areas supporting
narrowleaf new-holland-daisy.
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References
Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Protection Act 1999. Available at
http://www.environment.gov.au/epbc.
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment, Tasmania (2017). Natural Values
Atlas Report (7/9/2017).
de Salas, M.F. and Baker, M.L. (2017) A Census of the Vascular Plants of Tasmania, including
Macquarie Island. (Tasmanian Herbarium, Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, Hobart)
www.tmag.tas.gov.au
Kitchener, A. and Harris, S. (2013). From Forest to Fjaeldmark: Descriptions of Tasmania’s Vegetation.
Edition 2. Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment, Tasmania
Weed Management Act 1999. Available at http://dpipwe.tas.gov.au/invasive-species/weeds/weed-
legislation-and-management-plans/about-the-weed-management-act.
Nature Conservation Act 2002. Available at http://www.thelaw.tas.gov.au/index.w3p.
Threatened Species Protection Act 1995. Available at http://www.thelaw.tas.gov.au/index.w3p.
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Appendix 1: Cursory Species List for 13 and 18 Roebourne Rd, Otago Bay
Recorder: Joe Quarmby Date: 15/12/17
e = endemic i = introduced r = rare
Dicotyledonae
Family name Species name Common name
ASTERACEAE Brachyscome spathulata subsp. spathulata
d Chrysanthemoides monilifera subsp. Boneseed monilifera
i Cirsium vulgare Spear Thistle
i Hypochoeris radicata Cat's ear
Leptorhynchos nitidulus
Leptorhynchos squamatus subsp. squamatus
Olearia ramulosa Twiggy Daisy Bush
Senecio glomeratus subsp. glomeratus
Senecio quadridentatus Cotton Fireweed
Senecio sp. fireweed
r Vittadinia muelleri Narrow-leaf New Holland Daisy
BORAGINACEAE Myosotis australis Austral Forget-me-not
BRASSICACEAE i Hirschfeldia incana Hoary Mustard
Lepidium pseudotasmanicum Peppercress
CAMPANULACEAE Wahlenbergia stricta Erect or Tall Bluebell
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CARYOPHYLLACEAE Scleranthus biflorus Twin-flower Knawel
CASUARINACEAE Allocasuarina verticillata Sheoak
CHENOPODIACEAE Einadia nutans subsp. nutans Climbing Salt-bush
CONVOLVULACEAE Convolvulus angustissimus var. angustissimus
Dichondra repens Kidney-weed
EPACRIDACEAE Astroloma humifusum Native Cranberry
Lissanthe strigosa subsp. subulata
FUMARIACEAE i Fumaria muralis Fumitory
GENTIANACEAE i Centaurium erythraea Common centaury
GERANIACEAE Geranium sp.
HALORAGACEAE Gonocarpus tetragynus Common Raspwort
LINACEAE i Linum trigynum Yellow Flax
MIMOSACEAE Acacia dealbata subsp. dealbata Silver Wattle
Acacia mearnsii Black Wattle
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MYRTACEAE e Eucalyptus amygdalina Black peppermint
e Eucalyptus pulchella White Peppermint
Eucalyptus viminalis subsp. viminalis Manna Gum
OXALIDACEAE Oxalis perennans Native Oxalis
PITTOSPORACEAE Bursaria spinosa subsp. spinosa
PLANTAGINACEAE i Plantago coronopus subsp. coronopus
i Plantago lanceolata Narrow Leaf Plantain
POLYGONACEAE i Acetosella vulgaris Sorrel
PRIMULACEAE i Anagallis arvensis var. arvensis Scarlet Pimpernel
RESEDACEAE i Reseda lutea
ROSACEAE Acaena novae-zelandiae Buzzy d Rubus fruticosus Blackberry
i Rosa rubiginosa Briar Rose
RUBIACEAE Asperula conferta var. conferta Common Woodruff
SANTALACEAE Exocarpos cupressiformis Native Cherry
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SAPINDACEAE Dodonaea viscosa subsp. spatulata
SOLANACEAE Solanum laciniatum Kangaroo Apple
THYMELAEACEAE Pimelea humilis Dwarf Rice-flower
Monocotyledonae
CYPERACEAE Lepidosperma curtisiae Curtis's Sword sedge
Lepidosperma laterale Variable Sword-sedge
Schoenus apogon Common Bog-rush
JUNCACEAE Juncus pallidus Pale Rush
LILIACEAE Arthropodium milleflorum Pale Vanilla-lily
POACEAE
Anthosachne scaber Rough wheatgrass Austrodanthonia caespitosa Common Wallaby-grass
Austrodanthonia setacea Bristly Wallaby-grass
Austrostipa nodosa Spear Grass
Austrostipa semibarbata
Austrostipa stuposa Spear Grass
i Briza maxima Quaking Grass
Ehrharta stipoides Weeping Grass
i Holcus lanatus Yorkshire fog-grass
i Phalaris aquatica
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Poa labillardierei var. labillardierei Tussock Grass
Poa rodwayi Silver Tussock
Themeda triandra Kangaroo Grass
i Vulpia bromoides Squirrel-tail Fescue
XANTHORRHOEACEAE Lomandra longifolia Sagg
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Appendix 2: Subdivision Layout – PDA Surveyors (Jan 2018)
Bushfire Hazard Assessment Report For proposed 4 lot subdivision with Balance Lots at 13 and 18 Roebourne Road,
Otago Bay
Prepared for: T. Cameron and R.R. Hurd
Prepared by: Andrew Welling and Sarah Bunce
Date of Original Assessment: 20th July 2015
Date of Assessment after Balance Lot modifications: 18 January 2018
Revision 4: 9th February 2018
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Contents
Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................... 1
1. Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 3
Site Details ............................................................................................................................................ 3
Subdivision Proposal ............................................................................................................................. 3
Site Description..................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Bushfire Site Assessment ....................................................................................................... 6
3. Bushfire Management Objectives ......................................................................................... 9
Hazard Management Areas ................................................................................................................ 10
Construction Standards ...................................................................................................................... 11
Vehicle Access .................................................................................................................................... 11
Water Supply ...................................................................................................................................... 12
4. Conclusions ......................................................................................................................... 14
5. Recommendations .............................................................................................................. 14
APPENDIX 1 – Photos of vegetation surrounding proposed subdivision. ..................................... 15
APPENDIX 2 –Agreement for establishing hazard management areas on adjacent lots. ............. 17
APPENDIX 3 – Subdivision Plan - PDA Surveyors ......................................................................... 18
ATTACHMENT 1 – Bushfire Hazard Management Plan ................................................................ 19
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Executive Summary The following Bushfire Hazard Assessment Report and attached plan have been developed for a proposed 2 lot plus 2 balance lots subdivision located at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Title References: FR 102082/1 and FR 106009/1). The plan is a requirement of a subdivision application within a defined Bushfire Prone Area under the Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 and Interim Planning Directive No. 1 Bushfire Prone Areas Code. The Code requires that a new subdivision must achieve a minimum BAL rating of BAL-19 for all proposed building areas on the newly formed lots.
New dwellings (within the designated building areas) on each lot of the proposed subdivision will be able to achieve BAL-19 based on the neighbouring land uses and separation distance outlined below. The land is zoned Rural Living under the Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 and is private freehold with the exception of a TasWater storage which is accessed on the shared driveway from Roebourne Road. The Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area is located upslope and to the east of the proposed subdivision.
The site currently supports woodland and grassland vegetation and is bordered by managed land downslope to the west and woodland to the north, east and south. A BAL-19 rating can be achieved on all lots of the proposed subdivision provided the following measures are adopted:
• Building areas are designated on Lots 1 and 2 as per Attachment 1. • Minimum Hazard Management Areas are maintained around the perimeter of the
building areas as set out in Table 1 and as indicated in Attachment 1. • Part 5 Agreement is required on Balance Lot 1 and Lot 2 to achieve the required
Hazard Management Areas (as per Appendix 2). • All future habitable dwellings (Class 1a buildings) will comply with construction
standards for BAL-19 as per AS 3959 -2009 (Sections 3 and 6). • Subdivision access to new and balance lots to meet all requirements of E1.6.1.2 and
Table E4 Elements B and D. • Provision of water supply to meet the requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E7 for all
future dwellings established on the subdivision.
By achieving BAL-19, the requirements of the Bushfire-Prone Areas Code for subdivision are realized under the acceptable solutions.
There are existing dwellings on proposed Balance Lots (1 and 2). Whilst the structures are unlikely to meet construction standards for any BAL rating, the proposed subdivision will not lead to an increase risk to these dwellings and as such they are not subject to bushfire requirements. The following recommendations are provided however to minimise risk to these dwelling in the event of bushfire:
• Establish Hazard Management Area around existing dwellings on Balance Lots to achieve BAL-19 separation distances particularly downslope to the west/northwest.
• Assess standards of the existing dwellings in comparison to AS3959-2009 for BAL-12.5 and consider upgrading elements of the structures to comply with the standard.
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Disclaimer
The assessor has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that the information provided in this assessment is accurate and reflects the conditions on and around the site and allotment on the date of this assessment.
The assessor is not responsible for any changes in condition that may occur between the writing of this report and the development of the subdivision.
Whilst measures outlined in this report are designed to reduce the bushfire risk to future dwelling located within the subdivision, due to the unpredictable nature of wildfires and impacts of extreme weather conditions the survival of the structures on the site during a fire event cannot be guaranteed.
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1. Introduction The following Bushfire Hazard Assessment Report has been developed for a proposed 3 lot plus balance subdivision located at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road (Title References: FR 102082/1 and FR 106009/1) and has been undertaken as part of the planning requirements of the Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 and Interim Planning Directive No. 1 Bushfire Prone Areas Code. The Code requires that a new subdivision must achieve a minimum BAL rating of BAL-19 for all future dwellings on the newly formed lots within a bushfire-prone area.
Under the Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 the proposed subdivision is located within a Bushfire Prone Area as shown on the Bushfire-Prone Areas Overlay 2015 and it is ‘land with standing vegetation cover greater than 1 ha in extent’. Under this Code, development standards for a subdivision must be certified by the Tasmania Fire Service (TFS) or an accredited person.
This report and plan provide an assessment of the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) and outline protective features and controls that must be incorporated into the design and layout of the subdivision to ensure compliance with AS 3959-2009 Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas and the Tasmania Fire Service publication Guidelines for Development in Bushfire Prone Areas 2005.
Site Details
Landowner: T. Cameron; and R.R. Hurd
Location: 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
Title ref: FR 102082/1 and FR 106009/1 PID: 7845858 and 7405131
Municipality: Clarence City Council
Zoning: Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015 – Rural Living
Overlays: Bushfire Prone Area; Biodiversity Protection Area; Landslide Hazard Area;
Type of Development: 2 lot subdivision and 2 balance lots
Date of Assessment: 20th July 2015
Assessment Reference Number: PDA1703
Subdivision Proposal
The proposed subdivision will see the existing 2 lots subdivided to form 2 new lots and 2 Balance Lots with access from Roebourne Road to the northwest (Appendix 3). The subdivision will be developed without staging. In the absence of staging, hazard management areas will be established on all lots to provide protection for all lots from the outset of the subdivision.
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Site Description
The 4.82 ha sites (combined title area) are located on the northwest facing slope of Mount Direction, to the east of the East Derwent Highway and Derwent River in Otago Bay (Figure 1).
The site comprises a knoll on which one existing house is located at 17 Roebourne Road (FR 102082/1, 3.181 ha). This house will be located on Balance Lot 1 of the proposed subdivision. Proposed Lots 1 and 2 are presently vacant and face west with views up, down and across the Derwent River. A second existing house at 13 Roebourne Road (FR 106009/1, 1.634 ha) is located off the shared access to 17 Roebourne Road and is located on the proposed Balance Lot. This is a well-managed property with forest and woodland vegetation and cleared understorey.
Portions of the site include grassland vegetation on proposed Lot 1 with a small area of woodland in the southern portion of the lot. Balance Lot 1 has open grassland on the west facing slope downhill from the existing house. Open woodland with native understorey vegetation covers the remainder of proposed Lots 2 and 3 including drooping sheoak (Allocasuarina verticillata), prickly box (Bursaria spinosa), black and white peppermint (E. amygdalina and E. viminalis) and silver and black wattle (Acacia dealbata and A. mearnsii) (Figure 2).
Proposed Lot 1 is bounded by: a power line easement and a well-managed rural property to the north; proposed Balance Lot 1 with a house and woodland to the east; a large rural living lot with regenerating woodland to the south; and cleared grazing land to the west (Figure 2 and Appendix 1). The East Derwent Highway has a 30 m wide easement which extends over the southwest corner of proposed Lot 1 (Appendix 3). Proposed Balance Lot 1 is located to the east of Lot 1 and north of a large rural living lot with regenerating woodland along the southern boundary of Balance Lot 1. A power line easement extends across the northern boundary of Balance Lot 1 and into Lot 2 where a Telecom Tower is established. Proposed Lot 2 is bounded by freehold rural living lots to the south and north; and rural resource to the east. TasWater has a large water tank on a small block which shares part of the proposed Lot 2 western property boundary.
There is an existing 6.0 m right-of-way with shared access between TasWater, 13 and 17 Roebourne Road. Two branches are proposed off of this right-of-way to access Lots 1 and 3 (Appendix 3).
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Figure 1 – Site Location Plan (Source: TheList 2017)
Figure 2 – Aerial photo of site showing surrounding vegetation; bushfire assessment areas (100 m radius) and photo directions from center of assessment circles (Appendix 1). Source: TheList 2017
0 50 100 m
SURVEY SITE 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, OTAGO BAY
Otago Bay
Mt Direction
Lot 2 - Bushfire assessment area
Lot 1 - Bushfire assessment area
Balance Lot (1) - Bushfire assessment area
1
2 3
4
Balance Lot (2) - Bushfire assessment area
200 400 m
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2. Bushfire Site Assessment
Bushfire Threat Direction: The main bushfire threats to the proposed subdivision are downslope from the north and west with a lower threat downslope from the south. The predominantly managed land on surrounding residential properties to the north, west and south plus the proximity of the Derwent River and East Derwent Highway contribute to lowering the fire risk from the downslope directions. The fire threat from the east is reduced as the fire would be moving downslope (Figures 1 & 2).
The northeast boundary of Lot 2 is within 65 m of the Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area and the Balance Lot shares its north and east boundary with the Nature Recreation Area however the reserve is wholly upslope of the lots thereby reducing the risk as fire travels slowly downslope. The reserve underwent a planned burned in 2013 and has no records of wild fire (TheList 2017).
Fire Danger Index: FDI 50 (this index applies across Tasmania).
Vegetation: Vegetation was assessed within 100 m in all directions from the edge of the proposed lots (Figure 2) and classified as per Table 2.3 and Figures 2.4 (A) to 2.4 (G) of AS 3959-2009. The vegetation communities are predominantly woodland, grassland and forest as described below.
Significant Natural Values: Six threatened flora species exist within 500 m of the site but no natural values survey was undertaken on the site. The central and eastern portions of the site contain Eucalyptus viminalis grassy forest and woodland (DVG) which is not a threatened vegetation community (TheList 2017). During the site visit it was noted that the vegetation classification on the Balance Lot is Allocasuarina verticillata forest (NAV) to the west and north of the existing house and Bursaria-acacia woodland and scrub (NBA) to the east. The Clarence Planning Scheme Overlay indicates the site is largely within a Biodiversity Protection Area.
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Table 1 – Summary of Bushfire Site Assessment
Direction of slope North East South West
Lot 1
Vegetation Classification G(i). Grassland
and Managed B. Woodland (DVG) B
G(i). Grassland and Managed
land
G(i). Grassland and B.
Woodland (DVG) C
G(i). Grassland
Distance to classified vegetation 0 m 0 m 0 m and 25 m 0 m
Effective slope under vegetation
Downslope >0-50 Upslope Downslope
>0-50 Downslope
>10-150
Current BAL value for each side of the site FZ FZ FZ FZ
Separation distances to achieve BAL-19 11-<16 m 10-<14 m 18-<26 m 15-<22 m
Balance Lot 1 (FR 102082/1) – Existing dwelling
Vegetation Classification B. Woodland (DVG)C
B. Woodland (DVG) C
B. Woodland (DVG) C G(i). Grassland
Distance to classified vegetation 15 m 16 m 15 m 10 m
Effective slope under vegetation
Downslope >10-150
Downslope >5-100
Downslope >5-100
Downslope >15-200
Current BAL value for each side of the site BAL-40 BAL-29 BAL-29 BAL-40
Separation distances to achieve BAL-19 28-<40 m 23-<32 m
23-<32 m min. to
boundary 17-<25 m
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Direction of slope North East South West
Lot 2
Vegetation Classification B. Woodland (DVG)C
B. Woodland (DVG) C
B. Woodland (DVG) C
B. Woodland (DVG) C
Distance to classified vegetation 0 m 0 m 0 m 0 m
Effective slope under vegetation Upslope Upslope Downslope
>0-50 Downslope
>10-150
Current BAL value for each side of the site FZ FZ FZ FZ
Separation distances to achieve BAL-19B 15-<22 m 15-<22 m 18-<26 m 28-<40 m
Balance Lot 2 (FR 106009/1) – Existing Dwelling
Vegetation Classification Managed Land
and B. Woodland (NBA)D
Managed Land and B.
Woodland (NBA) D
B. Woodland (DVG)
Managed Land and A. Forest
(NAV) D
Distance to classified vegetation 25 m 15 m 30 m 20 m
Effective slope under vegetation
Downslope >5-100 Upslope Downslope
>0-50 Downslope
>10-150-
Current BAL value for each side of the site BAL-19 BAL-19 BAL-12.5 FZ
Separation distances to achieve BAL-19B 23-<32 m 15-<22 m 18-<26 m 41-<56 m
A Vegetation on-site identified as Eucalyptus viminalis grassy forest and woodland (DVG), E – as per v3.0 TASVEG vegetation Classification system. B There are some areas of managed land to the north of the proposed subdivision (existing residences and sheds) including managed woodland. C Significant areas of unmanaged vegetation within 100 m of the proposed subdivision (>1ha). D The understorey of the classified Woodland and Forest vegetation on the Balance Lot 2 is well managed however further thinning of the trees in Forest community is recommended downslope and to the west of the existing house to establish a separation distance of BAL-19.
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3. Bushfire Management Objectives The site is within a defined Bushfire-Prone Area as it is within 100m of an area of bushfire-prone vegetation equal to or greater than 1 ha as defined under Interim Planning Directive 1.0. The native vegetation is recognised as having the potential to become an elevated bushfire risk.
A subdivision development at the site must meet minimum development standards. These development standards are set out under clause E1.6.1 of the code and are listed in the shaded clauses in Table 2.
Table 2 – Compliance with E1.0 - Bushfire-Prone Areas Code
CLAUSE ISSUE
E1.2 Application of Code
E1.4 Exemption from Code
E1.5 Use Standards
E1.5.1 Vulnerable Uses
E1.5.2 Hazardous Uses
E1.6 Developments Standards
E1.6.1. Subdivision: Provision of hazard management areas for habitable buildings
E1.6.2 Subdivision: Vehicle Access
E1.6.3 Subdivision: Provision of water supply for fire-fighting purposes
E1.6.2 Dev. Standards for habitable buildings on approved lots
E1.6.3 Development Standards for new habitable buildings on pre-existing lots
E1.6.5 Development Standards for vulnerable uses
Compliance of Existing Dwellings
Two of the proposed new lots contain existing dwellings. These dwellings were constructed prior to the adoption of the Bushfire Code (E1.0) and as such do not meet construction or hazard management area requirements for AS3959-2009.
Existing structures associated with a subdivision proposal do not need to comply with the Bushfire Code provided that the subdivision does not lead to an increase bushfire risk to the dwellings. As the subdivision and formation of two new lots will lead to improved access and removal of some vegetation surrounding the existing dwellings there will be an overall reduction in bushfire risk to these dwellings.
Whilst not a requirement, the provision of hazard management areas to BAL 19 distances is recommended to reduce bushfire risk to these dwellings (refer to Section 5 of this report).
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Hazard Management Areas The bushfire Hazard Management Areas provide a cleared space between the buildings and the bushfire hazard. Any vegetation in this area needs to be strategically modified and then maintained in a low fuel state to protect buildings from direct flame contact and intense radiant heat thereby allowing them to be defended from lower intensity bushfires. Fine fuel loads must be minimal to reduce the quantity of windborne sparks and embers reaching buildings, to reduce the radiant heat at the building, and to halt or check direct flame attack.
Further information on the maintenance of the equivalent ‘defendable space’ are provided in the Tasmania Fire Service document Guidelines for Development in Bushfire Prone Areas of Tasmania (2005). This document identifies different protection zones including a Bushfire Protection Zone and a Fuel Modified Buffer Zone.
Requirements
To comply with Acceptable solutions under E1.6.1.1 – A1. Acceptable solutions A1 the plan of subdivision must:
- show building areas for each new lot; and - indicate hazard management areas which separate building areas from bushfire prone
vegetation. The separation distances required are for BAL-19 as per Table 2.4.4 of AS 3959-2009 Construction of Buildings in Bushfire Prone Areas.
Current conditions:
• Existing easement for power line and woodland vegetation with slashed understorey (managed for fire) occurs on private property to the north of proposed Lots 1 and 2 (Photos Appendix 1);
• The existing residence on the proposed Balance Lot 2 does not comply with BAL-19 Hazard Management Area requirements due to the forest community downslope. A separation distance of 20 m downslope to the west is maintained and the forest understorey is managed out to the property boundary (Photos 14 and 15, Appendix 1).
• The hazard management area around the existing residence on proposed Balance Lot 2 1 does not comply with BAL-19 Hazard Management Area requirements (Photos 5 and 8, Appendix 1).
Compliance:
• Bushfire Hazard Management Areas are to be established to distances set out in Table 1 and indicated in the Bushfire Hazard Management Plan for Lots 1 and 3. HMA for Balance Lots recommended as per distance in Table 1 (Attachment 1).
• Building areas are designated on the 2 new lots (without existing dwellings) (Attachment 1). To achieve required separation distances around the building area on Lot 2 will rely on vegetation management on Balance Lot 1. As such an agreement on the titles is required as per E.1.6.1 A1 (c).
• On Lot 2 vegetation removal is restricted to the clearance of small trees and the thinning of larger trees white gums (E. viminalis) to create horizontal separation between the canopies and the removal of low branches to create vertical separation
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between the ground and the canopy. In addition, clearing and clean-up of leaf litter, branches and bark is required.
• Further thinning of trees downslope and to the west of the existing house on the Balance Lot 2 is recommended to achieve the separation distance of 41 m and BAL-19.
Maintenance of Hazard Management Areas
The Hazard Management Areas around the building areas must be maintained in a minimal fuel condition at all times for bushfire protection mechanisms to be effective (once the Lots are developed). An annual inspection and maintenance of the Hazard Management Area should be conducted prior to the bushfire season and any flammable material such as leaves, litter, wood piles removed. Under the Part 5 Agreement associated with the subdivision, clearing on adjoining land to maintain bushfire Hazard Management Areas is permitted and must be carried out by the respective lot owners.
Construction Standards
Future residences to be constructed on Lots 1 and 3 must be constructed to BAL-19 standards as per AS3959 – 2009 (Sections 3 and 6).
The existing dwellings on the Balance Lots were built prior to the adoption of the Code and as such do not comply with BAL-19 construction standards. Some upgrading of the buildings can be undertaken to reduce bushfire risk and adhere to construction standards from AS3959-2009 for BAL 19 or BAL 12.5 (Sections 3, 5 and 6) however this is not a requirement.
Vehicle Access
Requirements:
Must meet requirements for E1.6.1.2 of E1.0 and Table E4 Elements B and D.
Current conditions:
• Roebourne Road with turning circle complies with access road requirements. • Existing road reserve to existing and new lots has 6.0 m wide right-of-way.
Compliance:
As per requirements for E.1.6.1.2 and Table E4 Elements B and D:
• All-weather construction; • Load capacity of at least 20 tonnes, including for bridges and culverts; • Minimum carriageway width of 4 m with a minimum vertical clearance of 4 m and
minimum horizontal clearance of 0.5 m from the edge of the carriageway; • Cross falls of less than 3 degrees (1:20 or 5%); • Dips less than 7 degrees (1:8 or 12.5%) entry and exit angle; • Curves with a minimum inner radius of 10 m; • Maximum gradient of 15 degrees (1:3.5 or 28%) for sealed roads, and 10 degrees
(1:5.5 or 18%) for unsealed roads; • Terminate with a turning area for fire appliances provided by one of the following:
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o A turning circle with a minimum inner radius of 10 m; or o A property access encircling the building; or o A hammerhead “T” or “Y” turning head 4 m wide and 8 m long.
Access driveways to proposed Lots 1, 2 and 3 will be greater than 30 m long and access is provided to 3 or more properties (including TasWater storage tank) for which the following additional requirement applies:
• Passing bays of 2 m additional carriageway width and 20 m length provided every 100 m (Attachment 1).
Water Supply
An adequate, accessible and reliable water supply for fire-fighting purposes must be supplied to allow for the protection of life and property from the risks associated with bushfire.
Requirements:
• All lots to contain building areas that are within reach of 120 m long hose connected to a fire hydrant in areas serviced by reticulated water as per requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E6; or
• All lots to have dedicated on-site water supply of 10,000 litres minimum and must meet requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E7 of E1.0
o All elements of future Class 1 buildings on the new lots must be within 90 m of a water connection point of a static water supply.
o The distance between the Class 1 buildings must be measured as a hose lay, between the water connection point and the furthest part of the building area.
• Static water supply requirements: o May have a remotely located offtake connected to the static water supply; o May be a supply for combined use (fire-fighting and other uses) but the
specified minimum quantity for fire-fighting water must be available. o Must be a minimum of 10,000 litres per building area to be protected. This
volume of water must not be sued for any other purpose including fire-fighting sprinkler or spray systems.
o Must be metal, concrete or lagged by non-combustible materials if above ground; and
o If tank can be located so it is shielded in all directions in compliance with Section 3.5 of AS3959-2009, the tank may be constructed of any material provided that the lowest 400mm of the tank exterior is protected by metal, non-combustible material, or fibre-cement a minimum of 6mm thickness.
• Fittings, pipework and accessories requirements: o Have a minimum nominal internal dia. of 50 mm; o Be fitted with a valve with a minimum nominal internal dia. of 50 mm; o Be metal or lagged by non-combustible materials if above ground; o Where buried, have a minimum depth of the 300 mm (compliant with AS/NZS
3500.1-2003 clause 5.23); o Provide a DIN or NEN standard forged Storz 65 mm coupling fitted with a
suction washer for connection for fire-fighting equipment;
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o Ensure the coupling is accessible and available for connection at all times; o Ensure the coupling is fitted with a blank cap and securing chain (minimum 220
mm length); o Ensure underground tanks have either an opening at the top of the not less
than 250 mm diameter or a coupling compliant with the Table; and o Where a remote offtake is installed, ensure the offtake is in a position that is:
visible; accessible to allow connection by fire-fighting equipment; at working height of 450-600 mm above ground level; and protected from possible damage, including damage by vehicles.
• Signage for static water connections requirements: o The water connection point for a static water supply must be identified by a
sign permanently fixed to the exterior of the assembly in a visible location. The sign must comply with: Water tank signage requirements within AS 2304-2011; or the
following: marked with the letter “W” contained within a circle with the letter in
upper case of not less than 100 mm in height; in fade-resistant material with white reflective lettering and circle on a red background; located within 1 m of the water connection point in a situation which will not impeded access or operation; and no less than 400 mm above ground.
• A hardstand area for the fire appliances and water tanks must be provided: o No more than 3 m for the water connection point, measured as a hose-lay
(including the minimum water level in dams, swimming pools and the like); o No closer than 6 m from the building area to be protected; o With a minimum width of 3 m constructed to the same standard as the
carriageway; and o Connected to the property access by a carriageway equivalent to the standard
of the property access.
Current conditions:
• Reticulated water is available to the proposed lots (Lots 1, 2 and Balance Lots) however the proposed lots are not within 120 m of a fire hydrant therefore they are treated as requiring static water supply for fire-fighting.
• The Balance Lots have limited reticulated water service.
Compliance:
• Proposed Lots 1 and 3 must comply with static water supply requirements (as per previous section).
• Balance lots with existing residences contain existing water storages. It is recommended that these storages are upgraded to meet static water supply requirements.
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4. Conclusions The assessment of the bushfire risk of a proposed 4 lot subdivision (with 2 Balance Lots) in Roebourne Road, Otago Bay, indicates that it is able to meet the requirements of the Bushfire-Prone Areas Code for a BAL-19 rating provided compliance with the following measures:
• Building areas are designated for each new lot and minimum Hazard Management Areas are maintained as per Table 1 and the Bushfire Hazard Management Plan (Attachment 1).
• An agreement under section 71 of the Act is to be attached to new titles of Lots 2 and 3 to enable the establishment and maintenance of bushfire hazard management areas (Appendix 2).
• All future habitable dwellings (Class 1a buildings) will comply with construction standards for BAL-19 as per AS 3959-2009.
• Subdivision access to Lots 1 and 3 to meet all requirements of E1.6.1.2 and Table E4 Elements B and D.
• Provision of water supply to meet the requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E7 for all future dwellings established on the subdivision.
5. Recommendations
• To adopt Bushfire Hazard Management Plan as per Attachment 1. • Maintain and extend Hazard Management Areas around existing dwellings on Balance
Lots to achieve BAL-19 separation distances as per Table 1. • Assess construction standards of the existing dwellings on proposed Balance Lots in
comparison to AS3959 for BAL-19 and BAL-12.5 and consider upgrading elements to comply with the standard.
• Ensure existing dwellings have static water supply for fire-fighting that meet the requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E7.
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APPENDIX 1 – Photos of vegetation surrounding proposed subdivision.
1. Lot 1 Managed DVG Woodland 2. Balance Lot 1 Managed DVG
Woodland 3. Lot 2 DVG Woodland
Photos 1, 2, 3 – Vegetation to North – Upslope
4. Lot 1 Grassland 5. Balance Lot 1 DVG Woodland 6. Lot 2 DVG Woodland
Photos 4, 5, 6 – Vegetation to East – Upslope
7. Lot 1 Woodland 8. Balance Lot 1 regenerating
Woodland 9. Lot 2 DVG Woodland
Photos 7, 8, 9 – Vegetation to South – Downslope
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10. Lot 1 Grassland 11. Balance Lot 1 Grassland 12. Lot 2 DVG Woodland
Photos 10, 11, 12 – Vegetation to West – Downslope
13 – Woodland community South and
downslope of existing house 14 – Woodland community east and
upslope of existing house 15 – Forest community west and
downslope of existing house Photos 13, 14 and 15 – Vegetation communities on Balance Lot 2.
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APPENDIX 2 –Agreement for establishing hazard management areas on adjacent lots.
In order to achieve the required hazard management areas around a future dwelling on Lot 2 some clearance of vegetation is required on Balance Lot 1. To enable this, an agreement must be register on the title of Balance Lot 1 to allow the affected land to be managed in accordance of the bushfire hazard management plan.
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APPENDIX 3 – Subdivision Plan - PDA Surveyors
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NOTES
Hazard Management Area (HMA)
• HMA to be established to distances indicated in this plan and as set out in Table 1 of Bushfire Attack Level Assessment for BAL – 19 as a minimum. The access track is included in, and must be managed as part of, the HMA.
• Vegetation in the HMA needs to be strategically modified and then maintained in a low fuel state to protect buildings from direct flame contact and intense radiant heat. An annual inspection and maintenance of the HMA should be conducted prior to the bushfire season. All grasses or pastures must be kept short (<100 mm) within the HMA. Fine fuel loads at ground level such as leaves, litter and wood piles must be minimal to reduce the quantity of windborne sparks and embers reaching buildings; and to halt or check direct flame attack.
• Some trees can be retained downslope provided there is horizontal separation between the canopies; and low branches are removed to create vertical separation between the ground and the canopy. Small clumps of established trees and/or shrubs may act to trap embers and reduce wind speeds.
• No trees to overhang houses to prevent branches or leaves from falling on the building.
• Non-combustible elements including driveways, paths and short cropped lawns are recommended within the HMA.
• Fine fuels (leaves bark, twigs) should be removed from the ground periodically (pre-fire season) and all grasses or pastures must be kept short (<100 mm).
Construction Standards
• Future dwellings on new lots must be constructed to comply with BAL – 19 as per AS3959-2009 (Sections 3 and 6).
Access Requirements
• Access road to house site to comply Clause E1.6.1.2 and Table E4 Elements B and D for Lots 1, 2 and 3.
Water Supply
• Must meet requirements of E1.6.1.3 and Table E7 to ensure an adequate, accessible and reliable water supply for fire-fighting.
This plan is to be read in conjunction with the Bushfire Hazard Assessment Report (enviro-dynamics 2017).
ATTACHMENT 1 – Bushfire Hazard Management Plan
Andrew Welling - WELLING CONSULTING ACCREDITED BUSHFIRE ASSESSOR (BFP-135) CERTIFICATE No: PDA1703 DATE: 8/02/2018
Signed.
>0-50 min. 18 m
Minimum 4 m wide access with 2, 6 mx20 m long passing bays at 100 m spacing (8 m total width HMA or 10 m at passing bays.
>10-150 min. 15 m
>0-50 min. 11 m
Upslope min. 10 m
Upslope min. 15 m
>5-100 min. 23 m
>10-150
min. 28 m
Upslope min. 15 m
>0-50 min. 18 m
>10-150 min. 28 m
>15-200 min. 17 m
BALANCE LOT (2)
LOT 1
BALANCE LOT (1)
LOT 2
B. Woodland (managed)
For: T. Cameron and R.R. Hurd – 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay Title refs: FR 102082/1 and FR 106009/1 PID: 7845858 and 7405131
February 2018 Assessment #: PDA1703
B. Woodland
B. Woodland
B. Woodland
G. Grassland B. Woodland
G. Grassland
G. Grassland
>5-100 min. to boundary
A. Forest (managed)
A. Forest (managed)
>10-150
min. 41 m
>0-50 min. 23 m
Upslope min. 15 m
>0-50 min. 18 m
B. Woodland (managed)
Certificate v4.0: Bushfire-Prone Areas Code (PD5.1) Page 1 of 5
BUSHFIRE-PRONE AREAS CODE CERTIFICATE1 UNDER S51(2)(d) LAND USE PLANNING AND APPROVALS ACT 1993
1. Land to which certificate applies2
Land that is the Use or Development Site that is relied upon for bushfire hazard management or protection. Name of planning scheme or instrument: Clarence Interim Planning Scheme 2015
Street address: 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
Certificate of Title / PID: FR 102082/1 and FR 106009/1 Land that is not the Use or Development Site that is relied upon for bushfire hazard management or protection.
Street address: Not applicable
Certificate of Title / PID: Not applicable
2. Proposed Use or Development
Description of Use or Development: A proposed four lot subdivision with 2 new lots and 2 balance lots with access from Roebourne Road. Building areas has been designated for the new lots 1 and 2. The subdivision will be developed without staging. Bushfire Hazard Management Areas (HMA) will be established and maintained on each lot of the proposed subdivision to provide protection for the new lot from the outset of the subdivision. Existing dwelling on balance lots will have HMA’s equivalent to BAL 19 separation distances established and maintained. The access road to new lots is greater than 200m and therefore must comply with Table E2 – Bushfire Hazard Report
1 This document is the approved form of certification for this purpose, and must not be altered from its original form. 2 If the certificate relates to bushfire management or protection measures that rely on land that is not in the same lot as the site for the use or development described, the details of all of the applicable land must be provided.
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Code Clauses:
E1.4 Exempt Development E1.5.1 Vulnerable Use E1.5.2 Hazardous Use X E1.6.1 Subdivision
3. Documents relied upon
Documents, Plans and/or Specifications
Title: Plan of subdivision, 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay for T Cameron.
Author: PDA Surveyors
Date: 10th January 2018 Version: S800C-1J
Bushfire Hazard Report
Title: Bushfire Hazard Report for proposed 2 lot + balance lot subdivision at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
Author: Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd
Date: February 2018 Version: 4
Bushfire Hazard Management Plan
Title: Bushfire Hazard Management Plan for proposed 2 lot + balance lot subdivision at 13 and 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay
Author: Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd
Date: February 2018 Version: 4
Other Documents
Title:
Author:
Date: Version:
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4. Nature of Certificate
E1.4 – Use or development exempt from this code
Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
E1.4 (a) Insufficient increase in risk
E1.5.1 – Vulnerable Uses
Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
E1.5.1 P1 Residual risk is tolerable
E1.5.1 A2 Emergency management strategy
E1.5.1 A3 Bushfire hazard management plan
E1.5.2 – Hazardous Uses
Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
E1.5.2 P1 Residual risk is tolerable
E1.5.2 A2 Emergency management strategy
E1.5.2 A3 Bushfire hazard management plan
X E1.6 – Development standards for subdivision
E1.6.1 Subdivision: Provision of hazard management areas Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
X E1.6.1 P1 Hazard Management Areas are sufficient to achieve tolerable risk
BAL 19 for all lots Bushfire Hazard Report for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018); and Bushfire Hazard Management Area Plan for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018);
E1.6.1 A1 (a) Insufficient increase in risk
E1.6.1 A1 (b) Provides BAL 19 for all lots
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E1.6.1 A1 (c) Consent for Part 5 Agreement
E1.6.2 Subdivision: Public and fire fighting access Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
E1.6.2 P1 Access is sufficient to mitigate risk
E1.6.2 A1 (a) Insufficient increase in risk
X E1.6.2 A1 (b) Access complies with Tables E1, E2 & E3
Access complies with Table E2 – Bushfire Hazard Report for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018); and Bushfire Hazard Management Area Plan for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018)
E1.6.3 Subdivision: Provision of water supply for fire fighting purposes Assessment Criteria Compliance Requirement Reference to Applicable
Document(s)
E1.6.3 A1 (a) Insufficient increase in risk
X E1.6.3 A1 (b)
Reticulated water supply complies with Table E4
Water supply complies with Table E4 or E5 - Bushfire Hazard Report For proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018); and Bushfire Hazard Management Area Plan for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018)
E1.6.3 A1 (c) Water supply consistent with the objective
E1.6.3 A2 (a) Insufficient increase in risk
X E1.6.3 A2 (b)
Static water supply complies with Table E5
Water supply complies with Table E4 or E5 - Bushfire Hazard Report For proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018); and Bushfire Hazard Management Area Plan for proposed subdivision at 13 & 17 Roebourne Road, Otago Bay (Enviro-dynamics Pty Ltd Feb 2018)
E1.6.3 A2 (c) Static water supply is consistent with the objective
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5. Bushfire Hazard Practitioner3
Name: Andrew Welling Phone No: 0400151205
Address: Level 1, Edward Street Fax No:
Glebe Email andy.welling@enviro-dynamics.com.au Address:
Tasmania 7000
Accreditation No: BFP – 135 Scope: Accredited Person Under Part 4A of the Fire Service Act 1979
6. Certification I, certify that in accordance with the authority given under Part 4A of the Fire Service Act 1979 –
The use or development described in this certificate is exempt from application of Code E1 – Bushfire-Prone Areas in accordance with Clause E1.4 (a) because there is an insufficient increase in risk to the use or development from bushfire to warrant any specific bushfire protection measure in order to be consistent with the objectives for all the applicable standards identified in Section 4 of this Certificate.
or
There is an insufficient increase in risk from bushfire to warrant the provision of specific measures for bushfire hazard management and/or bushfire protection in order for the use or development described to be consistent with the objective for each of the applicable standards identified in Section 4 of this Certificate.
and/or
The Bushfire Hazard Management Plan/s identified in Section 3 of this certificate is/are in accordance with the Chief Officer’s requirements and can deliver an outcome for the use or development described that is consistent with the objective and the relevant compliance test for each of the applicable standards identified in Section 4 of this Certificate.
X
Signed: certifier
Date: 09/02/2018 Certificate No: PDA1703
3 A Bushfire Hazard Practitioner is a person accredited by the Chief Officer of the Tasmania Fire Service under Part IVA of Fire Service Act 1979. The list of practitioners and scope of work is found at www.fire.tas.gov.au.