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21.07 LOCAL AREAS

This clause provides local content to support Clauses 21.02 to 21.06. It implements theintegrated place-based approach to specific local areas. Each section relates to a particularlocal area, providing more detail of the key planning challenges, vision, objectives,strategies and local area implementation. The local areas are:

21.07-1 Camperdown

21.07-2 Cobden

21.07-3 Derrinallum

21.07-4 Lismore

21.07-5 Noorat

21.07-6 Port Campbell

21.07-7 Princetown

21.07-8 Simpson

21.07-9 Skipton

21.07-10 Terang

21.07-11 Timboon

21.07-1 Camperdown

Camperdown is one of Victoria’s most important heritage towns, with a high degree ofintact and authentic late 19th Century buildings. It is the largest town within the Shire, witha population of 2,938 [NEW: ABS Census 2011] and is the main commercial, industrialand administrative centre for the Shire. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Camperdown has the potential for further residential, commercial and industrial growth.The existing urban growth boundaries are expected to satisfy development needs for theforeseeable future and this boundary is to be carefully managed and maintained to ensurethe most effective use of land and the protection of sensitive environments. [Current:Clause 21.04]

The township has a strong heritage and cultural character. It was laid out on a three-chainwide road reserve by Surveyor General Robert Hoddle in 1852. The wide road reserveshave allowed for the establishment of significant, picturesque avenues which have plantedmedians that provide for memorials, public furniture and the town’s distinctive ClockTower. The historic Finlay Avenue was originally planted in 1876 with 298 English Elmsand is one of the finest country town boulevards in Australia. The avenues of Cressy,Leura, Brooke and Curdie Streets also contribute to providing an urban landscape featureof state cultural significance. [Current: Clause 21.04]

A series of heritage buildings line the wide avenues of the township, particularly in thecommercial core. These buildings highlight the prosperous late 19th Century atmosphere ofthe rural area. The township has an outstanding collection of fine houses designed orattributed to local architects that are very good examples of their type, dating from the mid19th to mid 20th century. Many of these houses were designed by local architects MichaelMcCabe, Warburton Pierre Knights, Langham Proud and Donald McKean. Theconservation and restoration of all heritage buildings in the township is encouraged. Newinfill development and subdivision should respect the scale and character of the existingneighbourhoods and streetscape. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The township’s setting is enhanced by its dramatic topographical setting– at the foot of MtLeura and Mt Sugarloaf and its associated maar, Lake Colongulac to the north, the outerslopes of the craters housing Lakes Gnotuk & Bullen Merri and the ridgeline to the south.The Camperdown Botanic Gardens and Arboretum overlooking the lakes also providesadditional scenic beauty. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Residential development opportunities exist to the west of the township on the slope fromGnotuk Road up to Park Lane. This area has the potential to provide for a wide range of lot

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sizes from a suburban average of 1,000 square metres to larger 2 hectare lots at the southwest of the hill. To the east of the town, a residential development area will provide forhousing between the existing dwellings and the quarry with larger lots acting as a bufferarea. A restructure area has been identified north of town on the Ballarat Road, to limit thenumber of dwellings in this low lying land. Infill development opportunities exist withinCamperdown. Multi-unit development, particularly those aimed at retirees, is encouragedclose to the core of the town, within easy reach of the main services. [Current: Clause21.04]

The economy of Camperdown is reasonably diversified, but still primarily based on anagricultural support role. The main employment areas are retail trade, healthcare and socialassistance, agriculture, forestry and fishing and manufacturing. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The industrial estate in Gellie Street has attracted development and continuation of suchdevelopment should be supported whilst recognising the mix of uses on Church Street. Thesaleyards site offers potential for future redevelopment, which could take advantage ofhighway frontage. Industrial activity with adverse amenity potential are catered for on siteson the Old Geelong Road, north of the racecourse. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Opportunities exist for further retail and office type development within the existing mainbusiness centre, particularly by utilising the rear of the Manifold Street properties.Businesses requiring larger sites are catered for at the western end of Manifold Street,although some constraints exist for all uses at the interface with adjacent residences.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Land immediately north of Gellie Street offers great potential for future urban expansion.Contemplation of how this land will best provide for township development will form thebasis of further study. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives

To promote Camperdown as the Shire’s main commercial and community centre.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To protect and enhance the significant natural and cultural heritage of Camperdown.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To protect the landscape setting of the town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To protect industrial development at the main industrial estate and provide for futuredevelopment. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To increase the diversity of housing types and ensure new residential use anddevelopment is compatible with the built form of the town and that different housingtypes are appropriately located. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To provide for a range of residential development options, including large residentiallots adjacent to town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Improve the sustainability of the town by encouraging eco-sensitive design, appropriateeconomic development and expansion of community facilities and services. [Current:Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Protect and enhance the heritage features of the built and natural landscape. [Current:Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Maintain the town’s high quality housing stock, particularly the work of localarchitects. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Improve the heritage streetscape in the shopping strip. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Maintain the cohesive nature of the township by respecting neighbourhood character innew building design and subdivision patterns. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded withnew matrix of strategy verbs]



Support single dwellings on lots in residential areas adjacent to industrial areas.[Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Support infill development to the south of the railway line. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Support coordinated residential subdivision in under-developed land within the GeneralResidential Zone. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Facilitate the restoration of commercial buildings, including appropriate façade design,heritage painting, finishes and fixtures and signage. [Current: Clause 21.04, rewordedwith new matrix of strategy verbs]

Facilitate the heritage tourism role of the town. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded withnew matrix of strategy verbs]

Protect heritage items from demolition and inappropriate use and development.[Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Protect the township’s collection of architect designed buildings and the quality anddiversity of the historic building stock. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with newmatrix of strategy verbs]

Support off-street car parking areas behind the existing commercial and retail area toimprove the retail function and tourist potential of the town, whilst ensuring theheritage significance of adjacent properties is not undermined. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Identify development sites within or adjoining the existing Camperdown CentralBusiness District, between Old Timboon Road, Leura and Cressy Streets, that can beutilised for commercial development. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded with newmatrix of strategy verbs]

Support the restructure of allotments to an appropriate density in the land subject toinundation north of the railway line and east of Camperdown-Ballarat Road. [Current:Clause 21.04, reworded with new matrix of strategy verbs]

Local Area Implementation

These objectives and strategies will be implemented by:

Application of zones and overlays:

Applying the Heritage Overlay to all significant buildings and places and areas listed inthe Camperdown Heritage Study, the Corangamite Heritage Study, Victorian HeritageRegister, the National Trust Register and the Register of the National Estate. [Current:Clause 21.04, reworded]

Applying the General Residential Zone to areas for residential development within thetownship. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Applying the Commercial 1 Zone to areas for commercial development within thetownship. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Applying the Industrial 1 Zone to areas for industrial development within the township.[Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Further strategic work

Prepare and implement an urban design framework for the town, including streetscapeplans for the entrance roads to the towns. [NEW: Planning Scheme Review Report]

Implement management plans for the significant collection of formal avenues. [NEW:Planning Scheme Review Report]



Map 1 – Camperdown Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-2 Cobden

Cobden is located on a landing above the rural hinterland providing spectacular views intothe valleys skirting the town from the east to the south-west. To the north west a ridgeframes the town with a green, wooded backdrop. Cobden is bisected by a valley thatcontains an attractive lake landscaped with mature trees and edged by a walking track. Thesurrounding topography and general grid pattern mean that many views down roads areopen vistas or are terminated by the adjacent wooded environs. The township’s characterreflects its role as an agricultural service centre and its relationship with the countryside.Dairy and feed complexes dominate the skyline and the local community sees Cobden as a“dairy capital”. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Cobden’s location; removed from the coast and not on a major highway, provides it with aquiet ambiance which also has the benefit of creating an inclusive, caring community. Thetown was first surveyed in 1861 in a neat grid pattern giving an ordered and open characterto the town and a pleasant amenity with wide, tree lined streets, recreation reserves, parksand an attractive lake. Cobden has a number of historic buildings dating from the mid 19thto early 20th centuries. Key heritage buildings include the blacksmiths shop (c.1890), theGrand Central Hotel (1904), which lies on the site of the first hotel in Cobden built in 1866,and the Cobden Primary School (1870). The built fabric of Cobden is diverse. There areexamples of residential and commercial buildings of all eras without one period beingdominant. This indicates a steady rate of development over the years and shows aconsistent demand for the lifestyle Cobden offers. There is also evidence of continued infilldevelopment within the town boundaries with newer dwellings taking up previously vacantland and ‘filling in the gaps’ to create a more cohesive township over time. [Current:Clause 21.04]

The estimated resident population is 1566 [NEW: ABS Census, 2011] which has remainedfairly steady over the last 30 years, whilst the number of dwellings has continually grownfrom 500 to 689 over the same period. The population is aging at greater than the State andregional average, giving rise to service, access and accommodation issues. As the ruralresidents age and retire and farm sizes become bigger it is expected that the demand forhousing in Cobden will continue to grow. It is important to attract the retired farmers fromthe local area into Cobden to continue their relationship with the town community.[Current: Clause 21.04]

The dairy industry is the traditional backbone of the local economy and Cobden primarilyservices the surrounding agricultural industries. Day to day retail and service needs of thetown and hinterland community are generally met within the town and speciality shoppingand services are a short distance away within the region, owing the Cobden’s centrallocation near Camperdown and between Warrnambool and Colac. The milk processingfactories are a major land use and employer in the town, and are, in fact, one of the largestdairy complexes in the Southern Hemisphere. The stock feed factory, also located on thesouth west entrance to Cobden is a substantial piece of agricultural infrastructure too. Theindustrial estate offers an opportunity to attracted new business to Cobden in the vicinity ofthe major operations. Other areas of employment are education, health care and smallbusiness. [Current: Clause 21.04]

An area offering great potential for growth is the leisure and tourism attractions thatalready exist in Cobden. These include the Miniature Railway Park, Dairy Theme Park andMuseum, go-kart complex, airstrip, which is suitable for joy flights and recreational flying,golf course, rail trail access and many walking tracks. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives

To provide development opportunities in town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To provide a variety of housing types to meet the needs and expectations of a range ofcommunity members, including infill, aged, suburban, large lot, rural residential and thehigher end markets. [Current: Clause 21.04]




To protect surrounding valleys and landscape features within and outside the town.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To protect industrial uses and the industrial estate. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To identify future areas for industrial expansion. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To maintain the existing commercial centre and encourage commercial infill. [Current:Clause 21.04]

To protect and create public pedestrian links and walking tracks. [Current: Clause21.04]

To reinforce links to the surrounding countryside. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To protect heritage buildings and places. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Improve the sustainability of Cobden by encouraging eco-sensitive design, appropriateeconomic development and expansion of community facilities and services. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Protect and enhance the heritage features of the built and natural landscape. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Improve public recreation facilities, including links and walkways, particularly throughnatural valleys and to the rail trail. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate residential development in the area marked B on Map 2 in a manner thatenhances the sensitive, sloped environment and to capitalise on views. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Facilitate infill unit development to cater for more diverse housing needs. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Support well designed, low maintenance, compact housing suitable for retirees andolder people located within walking distance of the town centre. [Current: Clause21.04]

Identify locations for a variety of new residential development, encourage infilldevelopment and multi-unit development close to the commercial centre and services.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect sensitive landscape features within and adjacent to town from encroachment bydevelopment. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Maintain the generous street layout, public domain landscaping and vistas to ruralaspects. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Consolidate commercial development between Silvester, Parrot, Walker and AdamStreets, with the focus on Curdie and Victoria Streets. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Avoid sensitive land uses that may affect existing industrial uses and development.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect the historic features and buildings that contribute to Cobden’s character throughthe retention of historic features such as pressed metal verandah ceilings and tilesaround shop windows. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Develop walking and cycling tracks for exercise, leisure and environmentalappreciation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate recreational and tourist amenities and facilities. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve the presentation of Cobden’s main gateways with street planting. [Current:Clause 21.04]


Application of zones and overlays

The objectives and strategies of this clause will be implemented by:



Applying the Commercial 1 Zone to commercial land within the town centre. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Applying the General Residential Zone to residential land within the town centre.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Applying the Development Plan Overlay – Schedule 6 to land west of Walker Streetand Tarrant Street for future residential development. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Reference documents

Urban Design Framework for Cobden, Skipton and Timboon (David Lock and Associates,2002). [Current: Clause 21.04]

Cobden Strategic Development Plan 2001-2010 (Ochre Consulting, 2001). [Current:Clause 21.04]

Map 2 – Cobden Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-3 Derrinallum

Derrinallum has a small population of 265 people. It is located on the Hamilton Highway,in the northern part of the Shire and provides a service function to the surrounding ruralhinterland, which is used for grazing and cropping. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Mt Elephant (393m above sea level) forms an impressive backdrop to Derrinallum. Theformal plantings along Main Street give the commercial centre character and make it anattractive area for visitors. Historical features of the township make a contribution to itscharacter. The township is unsewered. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Objectives

To increase employment opportunities through the development of eco-tourism basedaround Mount Elephant and surround lakes and wetlands. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded].

To promote and support a compact urban form. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

To protect heritage buildings and places. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Strategies

Maintain the existing commercial area. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Avoid out-of-centre commercial land use and development. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded].

Facilitate infill residential development on vacant land within the township boundaries.[Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Support the future expansion of the urban residential area to the west of the township,adjacent to the Hamilton Highway. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Facilitate eco-tourism opportunities. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

Improve the presentation of the town’s gateways through landscaping. [Current:Clause 21.04, reworded].




Applying the Township Zone to the township in recognition of the absence ofsewerage. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].




Map 3 – Derrinallum Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]

21.07-4 Lismore

Lismore has a population of 291 people and is located 10 kilometres to the east ofDerrinallum on the Hamilton Highway.

Lismore is located on an open plain and has a boundary to minor valley areas and is highlyexposed to winds. Wind-break and remnant vegetation contribute to the character of theperipheral residential and low density areas.

In the town centre, wide streets and open spaces through residential areas contribute to thearea’s character.

The town contains important health and community services, as well as impressiverecreational facilities for a town of its size. The commercial and retail areas of the town areseparated into two areas, which impedes movement and discourages travellers to stop. Asmall industrial estate is located on the western edge of the town, occupied by rural serviceindustries. The township is unsewered. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Objectives

To promote and support a compact urban form. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].

To protect heritage buildings and places. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded].




Strategies

Facilitate the consolidation of commercial and retail land use and development withinexisting commercial precincts. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support low density residential development to the south of the town. [Current: Clause21.04]

Improve the presentation of the town’s gateways through landscaping. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Facilitate residential development to support the town’s service centre role. [Current:Clause 21.04]




Applying the Township Zone to the township to recognise its lack of sewerage.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Applying the Industrial 1 Zone to the existing industrial estate at Richardson Court,Hamilton Highway and Wilson Street. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Applying the Low Density Residential Zone to all existing rural residential areas at thesouth east of Wilson Street, west of Brown Street and Ramon Close.

Map 4 – Lismore Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-5 Noorat

Noorat has a population of 167 people and is located 6 kilometres north of Terang. Thetownship has limited commercial and community services and no reticulated sewerage.

Mt Noorat forms an impressive backdrop to the town. Historical features of the townshipmake a contribution to the townscape composition, including dry stone walling. New useand development needs to have regard to the existing built form. Wind-break and remnantvegetation contribute to the character of the peripheral residential and low densityresidential areas.

Development of this area has been associated with the Glenormiston Agricultural Collegeand as an area for hobby farm development for the residents of Terang. [Current: Clause21.04, reworded]

Objectives

To promote and support a compact urban form. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Strategies

Support infill residential development. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Avoid future urban development to low density residential areas. [Current: Clause21.04, reworded]

Support the cultural tourism industry in the town. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Support accommodation for tourism opportunities in the town. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded]




Applying the Township Zone to the township to recognise its lack of sewerage.[Current: Clause 21.04]

21.07-6 Port Campbell

Port Campbell is a small coastal village located in an outstanding natural setting on theSouthern Ocean coastline. The environment surrounding the town includes a national park,dramatic cliffs, wild oceans and native heathlands, proving a dramatic contrast to thetown’s relatively sheltered setting in a valley at the head of a bay. The beach and coastalcliffs are a major environmental feature of the town. The estuary and wetland on the PortCampbell Creek is also an important natural feature. The fragility of the environmentcannot be overstated and careful consideration of development is required to protectlandscape, geological integrity, habitat and other features. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The town’s structure and character is strongly influenced by the surrounding topographyand stunning landscape. The town has a distinct character and identity. It is small,constrained by the ocean and the national park, with a building stock of modest style and alow density of development, especially around the fringes. The size of the town and itsunobtrusive buildings have maintained strong visual links to the surrounding naturalfeatures and integrates the town into this outstanding environment. Timboon acts as themain service centre for Port Campbell, relieving the town of having to provide majorshopping, education, health and community services within its constrained area. Theseaspects of the town are fundamental to its distinct character. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Port Campbell had a population of 281 at the 1996 Census, which grew to 618 in 20111[NEW: ABS Census, 2011] Development activity and population growth has beenobserved and is predicted to continue. Associated with this population growth is ongoingurban development, with the continuation of the recent trends of residential andcommercial building activity also predicted. Population growth needs to be accommodated




without compromising the character of the town and its unique, outstanding natural setting.The town’s large lots and vacant lots that present opportunities for infill development,continue to be taken up. The last significant opportunity for residential subdivision isproposed to be linked to the existing town grid in the near future. The topography of thetown can support higher density and higher scale development in some areas and theexisting diversity of building styles permit innovative, site responsive design withoutcompromising the unique landscape setting of the town and the township character.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Fishing and tourism are key components of the local economy. The fishing industry hastraditionally played an important role in the economy of the town and continues to providea base for shellfishing. The industry services the local, Melbourne and internationalmarkets. Tourism is playing an increasingly important role in the local economy. The areaattracts a significant number of visitors, with internationally renowned features includingthe dramatic cliffs on the Southern Ocean and the Twelve Apostles and London Bridgeclose to the town. The newly created Marine National Park is said to have impactedsignificantly on the fishing industry however it is expected to attract a new tourist marketor extend visitor stays. Visitation to the regional features is increasing at a significant rate(10%pa), attracting both day trippers and those staying for longer periods. Port Campbellis ideally located to capitalise on this tourist market. The foreshore area and small coastalvillage character of the town are also tourist attractions. Tourism growth needs to becarefully managed so that it does not compromise the tourist attractions being theenvironmental values of the town’s surrounds and the town’s unique character. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Traffic management, coach and car parking in the town, associated with tourism growth, isa significant issue for the town. Streetscape improvement works have significantly slowedthe traffic speeds along Lord Street and created a more pedestrian friendly environment.Car parking is at a premium, particularly during peak holiday periods. Maximisingefficiency of parking provisions within the town centre is critical. The provision of coachand bus parking away from the foreshore area is important and has resulted in a drop offsystem. Traffic needs to be managed in such a way that the town remains accessible tovisitors but does not compromise the amenity of the town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Objective – Urban Design

To protect the existing low scale coastal village character and identity of PortCampbell. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Support new development that maintains Port Campbell’s low scale coastal villagecharacter and is compatible with the landscape setting. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support new development that incorporates setbacks and landscaping to maintain thegreen separation of buildings in both the commercial and residential areas. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Support innovative, site responsive design. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support small scale infill development on existing large lots. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support limited new development at higher densities in appropriate locations includingin and around the commercial centre. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the consolidation of the commercial area and the provision of a variety ofcommercial building styles and sizes. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve presentation of residential and commercial areas. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate pedestrian and bicycle traffic in preference to motor vehicle traffic. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Provide appropriate traffic management and parking. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Ensure bus traffic does not compromise the amenity of the town. [Current: Clause21.04]



Support the development of bicycle and walking trails in and around Port Campbell.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Objective – Environment Protection

To protect the unique natural setting of Port Campbell and the quality of thesurrounding environment. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Strategies

Maintain a compact urban form and prevent urban use and development establishingoutside the urban zones of the town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Contain the town area to its existing and identified footprint. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support new development that does not compromise the landscape setting of the town.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Avoid development that would compromise important viewsheds from the townincluding along ridgelines around town, the cliffs and bay, along the estuary and to therural areas to the north of the town and visual links to the National Park. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Avoid development that increases the risk of geological failure/landslip. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Support tourism development and activity that does not detrimentally affect the naturalfeatures and environmental values of the town’s surrounds. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect the environmental qualities of Campbell’s Creek wetlands. [Current: Clause21.04]

Improve access between the town and the surrounding environmental features.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives – Land Uses and Activities

To develop a vibrant and consolidated commercial area with a range of services andfacilities catering to the needs of both residents and visitors. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To develop Port Campbell as a tourism node for this section of the Great Ocean Road.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To encourage increased visitation to Port Campbell in terms of number of visitors andlength of stay. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To provide a range of dwelling and accommodation types in Port Campbell to cater forthe needs of all residents and visitors and meet growth demands. [Current: Clause21.04]

To encourage a variety of lot sizes. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To encourage active street frontages and the incorporation of accommodation into therear and, where appropriate the upper floor of commercial developments along LordStreet and Cairns Street. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To encourage tourist accommodation on the eastern side of Tregea Street/southern sideof Morris Street. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To maintain low cost camping accommodation adjacent to the main attractions andservices in Port Campbell. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Avoid commercial activities establishing outside the existing commercial area.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the establishment of a variety of shops and services. [Current: Clause 21.04]



Support new development that provides for the inclusion of attractive spaces integratedinto the street that encourage gathering of people. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Provide quality facilities and infrastructure to cater for the needs of visitors, includingcar parking and accommodation that suits the needs of a range of age groups andbudgets. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve access to the natural attractions around Port Campbell. [Current: Clause21.04]

Build on the natural assets of the town and develop them into tourist attractions forexample heated ground water, marine attractions and walking trails. [Current: Clause21.04]

Provide for permanent camping accommodation adjacent to the estuary and for peakdemand in the recreation ground and adjacent public land. [Current: Clause 21.04]


Apply appropriate zones and overlays. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Apply design guidelines and principles for new development in the town using theDesign and Development Overlay. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Implement the Port Campbell Urban Design Framework. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Ensure that development is planned and informed by geotechnical advice. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Develop a stormwater management plan for the town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Increase the setback of the Caravan Park from Campbell’s Creek. [Current: Clause21.04]



Map 5 – Port Campbell Township Structure Plan [All Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]



21.07-7 Princetown

Princetown is a small settlement located on the Great Ocean Road approximately 12kilometres east of the Twelve Apostles, 20 kilometres south east of Port Campbell andlocated on a small hillock close to the coast. The settlement has a small population with ano through road (Post Office Road) running along the ridgeline with developmentcomprising a hotel/food outlet, general store, caravan park and a scattering of existingdwellings located on either side of the road on the slopes of the hill. There areapproximately 18 dwellings located on the hillock with some exposed to the elements andothers nestled amongst vegetation. Electricity is connected and some properties havereticulated water supplied from a bore in the recreation reserve, otherwise there is noreticulated water, sewerage or gas. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The settlement enjoys impressive views of the natural features of the locale including theGellibrand River and Latrobe Creek (Serpentine Creek) estuaries and floodplains and theirextensive wetlands, the Great Ocean Road and the vegetated coastal areas associated withthe Point Ronald dune system, the Port Campbell National Park and the Great OtwayNational Park. While some buildings within the settlement may have sea views, it is not atypical coastal town, rather a small farming settlement, surrounded by farming land and onthe edge of the two national parks. Future development potential is limited due to thetopography of the hillock and exposed ridgeline and the lack of reticulated water andsewerage. The town includes a subdivision pattern that is difficult to accommodatedevelopment and has a built form that lacks consistency and a consolidated town centrecharacter. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The wetlands surrounding Princetown are listed under the Directory of Important Wetlandsin Australia. They represent an example of a wetland type that is rare and which plays anintegral ecological and hydrological role in the natural functioning of a major wetland andestuarine system. The Gellibrand River estuary contains extensive wetlands comprisingCommon Reed (Phragmites australis) and Beaded Glasswort (Sarcocornia quienqueflora)saltmarshes. The river corridor throughout the area is very broad and flat and is flanked bysteep to moderate hills, which are mostly cleared for pastoral use. Small farm buildings anddwellings are scattered throughout the open landscape. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Great Ocean Road Landscape Assessment Study recognises the landscape character ofthe area around Princetown as being distinctive due to the Gellibrand River and wetlandarea. This coastal riverine landscape is the point of transition between the Otway Rangesand the western cliff coastlines of the Great Ocean Road and differs in character from theadjacent coastline and is of state significance. The area is visible and accessible from theGreat Ocean Road, and is experiencing high visitation and increasing developmentpressure. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Victorian Coastal Strategy 2014, the Great Ocean Road Region Strategy, the CoastalSpaces Recommendations Report and policy directions under Clause 12.02 Coastal Areasof the State Planning Policy Framework all recognise Princetown as a coastal hamlet withlow growth capacity primarily directed towards existing zoned urban areas. The potentialfor development within Princetown and the surrounding area is limited because of the lackof services, sensitivity of the environment in terms of waterways, wetlands, nativevegetation and topography. The strategies all direct that development along the coastoutside of existing settlements is to be avoided. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Princetown settlement has some slopes that exceed 20% and is surrounded by eitherthe Gellibrand River or wetlands which constrain the ability to suitably dispose ofwastewater effluent in compliance with the EPA Septic Tank Code of Practice. Any limitedpotential for further development of land for dwellings and the adequate treatment anddisposal of wastewater effluent will need to consider the use of secondary treatmentsystems supported with irrigated disposal and be justified by a land capability assessmentand water balance study. New proposals for any lot or tenement within the newlydesignated Princetown Township will need to consider upgrading existing wastewatereffluent treatment and disposal systems to protect groundwater quality, particularly giventhat some reticulated water supply is provided from bore water. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The land around the Gellibrand River and Latrobe Creek estuaries has been identified bythe Department of Primary Industries as potential acid sulphate soils. The close location of




Princetown to these areas of potential acid sulphate soils warrants care with regards toensuring development avoids disturbing such soils. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Princetown Township Structure Plan identifies two areas within the settlement:

The Princetown Township Area which encompasses land either side of Post OfficeRoad and to the east of the Hotel and General Store. This area includes all of theexisting dwellings found on the hillock at Princetown. The boundary shown around thisarea is the designated township boundary for Princetown; and [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Princetown Town Centre which includes a smaller area centred around the Hoteland General Store and adjoining land on both sides of Post Office Road and thisboundary represents the area under the Township Zone This area is the focal point forboth commercial and residential development to address the street and improve thetown’s streetscape and create an active pedestrian hub. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The Princetown region also comprises three other distinct areas which are shown on thePrincetown Region Structure Plan and include:

The Princetown Northern Area, which is a rural area on the Great Ocean Road towardsthe north of the township and associated with wetlands and elevated views over thefloodplain valley of the Gellibrand River estuary. The area comprises cleared, openrural land on the eastern side of the Great Ocean Road with a couple of dwellings butwith some small lots that have little future for farming due to their small size. [Current:Clause 21.04]

The Princetown Western Area, which is a rural area on the Great Ocean Road to thewest of the township with a close relationship with Latrobe Creek (Serpentine CreekWildlife State Game Reserve) and its wetlands which forms part of the GellibrandRiver estuary and the coastline associated with the Port Campbell National Park and theadjoining Twelve Apostles Marine National Park. The area comprises a number ofexisting small lots which form part of the historical crown township area with frontageto the Great Ocean Road and the partly constructed Old Coach Road. [Current: Clause21.04]

The Princetown Recreational/Environmental Area, which is a located to the south andeast on the Old Coach Road and associated with the Gellibrand River estuary andwetlands. This area contains the Princetown Recreation Reserve which provides forextensive camping, an existing walkway/boardwalk (The Serpentine Wetland Walk)which links the Old Coach Road with the township area and the access to the mouth ofthe Gellibrand River and the beach. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Although the rural areas surrounding the township do contain some existing developmentmuch of this development has been established for some time long before the planningscheme and their presence should not justify adding further rural residential development insuch sensitive environmental areas. [Current: Clause 21.04]

With respect to tourist type development, the strategies have supported the potential forlimited tourist accommodation type developments to occur that link in with the eco-tourismtheme and that offer minimal environmental impact and significant environmental benefits.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives

To limit development within the Princetown Township Area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To consolidate the town centre around the existing hotel and general store within thePrincetown Town Centre with residential and commercial development which improvesthe streetscape character. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To support limited residential development on vacant tenements within the PrincetownTownship Area only where satisfactory environmental improvements and wastewatereffluent treatment and disposal that protect wetlands and groundwater can bedemonstrated. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To maintain and enhance the low key character of the Princetown Township Area.[Current: Clause 21.04]



To protect and enhance the coastal, estuarine and riparian environment and associatedwetlands of the Princetown region. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To prevent rural residential development on existing small lots within the PrincetownWestern Area and areas outside of the Princetown Township Area. [Current: Clause21.04]

To support limited low key rural residential development on existing small lots locatedwith the Princetown Western Area and areas outside of the Princetown Township Area.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To support limited low key rural residential development on existing small lots locatedwithin the Princetown Northern Area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To support low key, low impact eco-tourism development. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To retain the dominance of the landscape and the open and rural character of views andoutlooks from the Great Ocean Road. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To ensure that appropriate risk assessment is undertaken to consider the impact andhazards of sea level rise and climate change impacts. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To avoid impacting the environment from the disturbance of acid sulphate soils.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Promote and support development fronting Post Office Road within the PrincetownTown Centre which ensures that:

The urban design character established by the existing general store and hotel isrespected and not compromised; [Current: Clause 21.04]

Development minimises the impact of the building on the natural landscape and isconsistent with the design elements of the Princetown Urban Design Framework;[Current: Clause 21.04]

Better addresses and improves on the streetscape character particularly forpedestrian user comfort and safety; and [Current: Clause 21.04]

Development has minimal impact on the environmental capacity of the landparticularly with regard to effluent disposal and stormwater drainage. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Support development on vacant tenements located within the Princetown TownshipArea that minimises the impact of the building on the natural landscape, is consistentwith the Princetown Urban Design Framework and that can satisfactorily demonstratein a land capability, water balance analysis and environment report prepared by asuitably qualified and experienced specialist adequate and appropriate effluenttreatment and disposal, stormwater treatment, containment and disposal and improvedenvironmental outcomes including avoidance of loss of native vegetation andsubstantial indigenous native revegetation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support development that provides for a reasonable sharing of views. [Current: Clause21.04]

Avoid industrial development within the Princetown Township Area. [Current: Clause21.04]

Avoid development which may impact on the water quality, riparian and estuarinevegetation of the Gellibrand River and Latrobe Creek and adjacent wetlands. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Avoid linear or ribbon development along the Great Ocean Road except for dwellingsthat can be demonstrated to be required to support agricultural use of land or eco-tourism development that can demonstrate significant environmental benefits and hasminimal impact on the environment. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support limited and low key rural residential development within the PrincetownNorthern Area that minimises the impact of the building on the natural landscape and is



sensitive to the outlook over the Gellibrand River Valley and wetlands. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Support low scale camping style eco-tourism use of the Princetown Recreation Reservewithin the Princetown Recreation Area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support development outside the town centre that maintains and enhances the characterof the landscape setting of the region by avoiding locating on ridgelines and thedestruction of native vegetation, and through the encouragement of replanting usingindigenous native vegetation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support development that avoids disturbing acid sulphate soils and where disturbance isunavoidable to comply with the requirements of the EPA’s Industrial WasteManagement Policy (Waste acid sulphate soils). [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support development that is appropriately setback from the coastline, estuary shorelineor wetland edge to avoid impacts associated with climate change and sea level riseeffects and allow migration of estuarine wetlands. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Apply appropriate zones and overlays. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Apply the Environmental Significance Overlay to sensitive areas along the floodplainsand wetland of the Gellibrand River and Latrobe Creek. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Apply the Vegetation Protection Overlays to areas along the Gellibrand River Valley.[Current: Clause 21.04]



Map 6 – Princetown Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-8 Simpson

Simpson is located on the plains. The town is very open and exposed to the weather, withgently undulating terrain. Simpsons services the former Heytesbury Settlement Schemewith a school, community hall, industrial estate and small neighbourhood shopping centre.The town was developed in the late 1960s and has a strong rural character, with localemployment based on the surrounding dairy industry. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Building scale and form is low and suburban in nature, with residential areas beingcontained to the north east corner of the town. A small industrial estate is located on thenorthern outskirts of the town, which is occupied by rural service and processing industries.Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives

To promote and support a compact urban form. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Improve the vegetated landscape elements of the Simpson. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Maintain the separation between residential and industrial areas. [Current: Clause21.04]

Protect park and wetland areas and integrate these areas with the commercial and retailcentre. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve gateways to the town with landscaping. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve the visual presentation of the industrial area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support increased development in the industrial estate. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Maintain natural bushland areas to the south of Simpson as important environmentaland recreational areas. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the development of the historic park area with viewing areas of the wetlandhabitat. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Applying the Township Zone to the parts of the township that are unsewered. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Applying the General Residential Zone to serviced urban areas. [Current: Clause21.04]

Applying the Industrial 1 Zone to the existing industrial area to the north of Simpson.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Applying the Commercial 1 Zone to the commercial precinct. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Map 7 – Simpson Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-9 Skipton

The settlement of Skipton is located in the far north of the Corangamite Shire, close to theborder of Pyrenees Shire and 50kms west of Ballarat. The township is set within a steeplysloping land area which creates impressive views to the town from the eastern and westernentrances. This undulating topography continues throughout Skipton with the dominantfeature being the Mt Emu Creek, which runs through the central area of the township.[Current: Clause 21.04]

The town, although relatively small in population, covers a substantial geographical areawhich has resulted in a considerable amount of land being available for developmentwithin the town’s boundary. The infill opportunities have the potential to maximise the useof existing infrastructure as well as improve the viability of the town centre. [Current:Clause 21.04]

The Glenelg Highway (which bisects the town) provides critical links to the surroundingregion. Skipton’s close proximity to Ballarat gives it potential to become a commuter townfor rural lifestyle living. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Skipton has an estimated resident population of 452 and this population is ageing. Skiptonhas a fairly diverse economic base with the predominant areas of employment beinghealthcare and farming industries. The local hospital is the predominant employer withinthe town and provides a vital service to the community and surrounding area. [Current:Clause 21.04]

There is a shortage of shops servicing local daily needs, such as a pharmacy. Theavailability of commercial convenience facilities, particularly retail within the town hasresulted in a lack of intensity in the town centre and also means the township relies heavilyon nearby towns for these services. Attracting further retail businesses to the township willhave significant flow-on economic effects and further encourage the township as anattractive place to live and visit. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Skipton has many historic buildings dating back to the mid to late 19th century which are akey element of the town’s built character and village appeal. These include The CourtHouse, St Andrews Presbyterian Church and the Skipton Hall. These places are a valuableasset and the continued conservation of these buildings is important. [Current: Clause21.04]

Skipton contains several large open spaces including the Mount Emu Creek corridor andJubilee and Stewart Parks. These open spaces provide a key connection to the town centreand an attractive backdrop to the township .The Mount Emu Creek environs are known asan important meeting place for aboriginal tribes. The creek environs are also home to aplatypus population and an extensive eel population. Also of natural importance is theSkipton Common to the north of the township which consists of remnant grasslands. Theseareas are valuable natural assets and enhance the overall appearance of the township.Future development has been directed away from these areas to ensure that theirenvironmental integrity is not compromised. [Current: Clause 21.04]

There are opportunities for increased tourism in the town, through activities like enhancingthe Skipton-Ballarat Rail Trail and connect it to the existing heritage walk within thetownship. This creates opportunities to draw visitors from the Ballarat region. Skipton isalso on the northern edge of the UNESCO recognised Kanwinka Geopark, with the MountWidderin Caves, located just outside Skipton. Further promotion of Skipton as part of thisregion is encouraged for the tourism benefits and other related economic effects it canprovide to the area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The future development of wind energy facilities and other major infrastructure projectswithin the region has the potential to further increase this need for short termaccommodation options. A parcel of land to the east of the township, adjacent to JubileePark has been designated for this type of accommodation. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded]

Objectives

To promote commercial development within Skipton. [Current: Clause 21.04]




To consolidate residential development within existing township boundaries. [Current:Clause 21.04]

To improve road safety on the Glenelg Highway. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To increase access and connections between open space and the town centre. [Current:Clause 21.04]

To preserve areas of cultural and heritage significance. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To improve tourism facilities and opportunities within Skipton. [Current: Clause21.04]

To protect natural assets, creeks and grasslands. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To minimise land use conflicts within the township, particularly between industrial andresidential land uses. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To encourage the development of short term accommodation options, includingcamping and caravan park accommodation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Designate preferred areas of future urban development to:

Infill residential development within the town boundary. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Retail development within the central business area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Industrial development to the western edge of town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

A mix of tourism, recreation and commercial uses to locate within the RuralActivity and Mixed Use Zones. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Avoid residential development on:

Land to the north west of the township (Skipton Common). [Current: Clause 21.04]

Industrial land to the western edge of Skipton. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Land outside the town boundary. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Land above 300m AHD due to servicing constraints. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate the development of camping and caravan park on land adjacent to JubileePark. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the consolidation of industrial development at the western edge of the townshipwithin the water supply and sewage treatment constraints in Skipton’. [Current: Clause21.04]

Improve connections between the town centre to Stewart and Jubilee Parks, MountEmu Creek and the Skipton-Ballarat Rail Trail. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support further development of the Skipton- Ballarat Rail Trail as a tourist attraction.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve landscaping throughout the township, particularly along the Glenelg Highwayand other main entry roads to the township. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Applying appropriate zone and overlay controls. [Current: Clause 21.04]



Map 8 – Simpson Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-10 Terang

Terang is located around a volcanic crater formerly containing a body of water and nowhousing much of the town’s recreational facilities. More elevated walls of the craterremain at the western end of Terang in an otherwise flat terrain. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The town is compact in nature with a close connection to the surrounding countryside.This is most clearly experienced from the town’s core by views over the dry lake to thefarm land. The grid pattern of the street layout also affords views to the northern ruralaspect from deep within the township. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Terang has numerous historical features such as heritage buildings eg. the old courthouse,post office, civic hall, railway station, Johnstone’s Court and an historic grandstand built inthe 1880s – and one of the oldest avenues of English Oak trees in the district (planted c.1890). These elements contribute to the ambience of Terang. [Current: Clause 21.04,reworded]

Terang is the second biggest town in the Shire, with an estimated resident population of2,348. [NEW: ABS Census, 2011] As is the case across the Shire, the population is agingand access and accommodation options needs to be addressed. Owing to its proximity toWarrnambool, Terang is attractive as a commuter town, offering housing of a moreaffordable rate with services such as healthcare and education available. This has increasedthe demand for residential land, both suburban lots and larger lots which are being madeavailable in both the north-eastern and western edges of town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Terang has developed quite clear areas of commerce; retail dominates High Street from theMortlake Road to the churches; bulky goods and agricultural support business are locatedon the eastern entrance to town and the industrial estate has formed on Peterborough Road.This gives some order and hierarchy to the business uses in Terang and offers clarity inproviding for like uses in the future. The economic base of Terang has traditionally beenthe surrounding agricultural businesses. Manufacturing in the industrial estate, strongequine-related activities and the retail sector are also strong employers. It is important thatdevelopment minimises land use conflict to allow business and manufacturing to growwithout compromising residential amenity. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improvements in building stock and renovation have indicated retail success in the recentpast and reflect a positive attitude toward the local economy. Further improvements areencouraged. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Land in the vicinity of Peterborough Road and Dow Street and the Princes Highway offersgreat potential for future urban expansion. Contemplation of how this land will bestprovide for township development will form the basis for further study. [Current: Clause21.04]

Terang is one of the towns on the Volcanoes Discovery Trail – a regional tourism initiative.It also forms part of the area seeking international status as a UNESCO Geopark. Thevolcanic heritage of the area is showcased by craters forming lakes and mounds across thelandscape. In addition to the dry lake bed in town, Lake Keilambete, Mount Noorat andthe many kilometres of dry stone walls are local features offering potential flow-on tourismpossibilities. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Objectives [All Current: Clause 21.04]

To meet the demand for a variety of residential developments including small and largelot and housing to suit retirees and an aging population and tourist accommodation.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To promote Terang as a key residential and service centre in the Shire. [Current:Clause 21.04]

To protect heritage buildings and places and highlight local culture. [Current: Clause21.04]

To consolidate residential development within town boundaries and maintain ruralsurrounds of the town including visual and physical connections to rural outlooks.[Current: Clause 21.04]




To protect and promote industrial and commercial development. [Current: Clause21.04]

To improve and expand recreational, cultural and tourism facilities and opportunities.[Current: Clause 21.04]

To improve road safety, amenity and access. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Strategies [All Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]

Improve the sustainability of the township by encouraging eco-sensitive design,appropriate economic development and the expansion of community facilities andservices. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect and enhance heritage features. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Improve heritage streetscapes in commercial areas. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Require land use and development in low lying areas to have regard to theenvironmental hazard. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support new development that maintains the character of the area in terms of itstopography, building scale and bulk. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support a range of housing types. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate housing for an aging population. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate restoration and occupation of commercial buildings, including appropriatefaçade treatments and painting respectful of their heritage. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the development and servicing of, and events associated with the horse racingindustry. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Facilitate urban development in growth corridors in the following manner:

Infill residential development before allowing any further rezoning land for futureresidential development. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Low density residential development to the west of the town/Princes Highway.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Vacant land to the east of the town to be retained for future residential use, subjectto the supply of water and sewerage. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Avoid residential development on:

The land between the Noorat Road, the railway line and the Pejark Drain. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Low lying land and land subject to inundation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Land in the vicinity of the industrial and Business 4 zoned land to limit potentialfuture land use conflict. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Land immediately south of the dry lake to preserve the rural aspect. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Require a site assessment and environmental condition of the saleyards site to becompleted before a sensitive use (residential use, child care centre, pre-school centre orprimary school) commences or before the construction or carrying out of buildings andworks in association with a sensitive use commences. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the development of housing suitable for an aging population on sites close totown amenities. For example retirement village on the saleyards site or accommodationon underutilised commercial land off the main street [Current: Clause 21.04]

Develop open space links within the urban area to Lake Terang to link like uses andimprove amenity. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the development of a master plan for the Lake Terang area to improveefficiencies associated with recreational and tourism uses. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support the development of arts and cultural facilities to meet the needs of the local andregional community and enhance tourism opportunities. [Current: Clause 21.04]



Support further industrial development at the industrial estate and along PeterboroughRoad. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Prepare a structure plan for the land between Dow Street & Peterborough Road fromEmeny Street to the Princes Highway. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Identify a heavy vehicle by-pass route along Peterborough & Bend Roads for long termimplementation. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Lobby for gas connection to attract new businesses to Terang. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Applying appropriate zone and overlay controls. [Current: Clause 21.04]



Map 9 – Terang Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]



21.07-11 Timboon

Timboon is located within the Powers Creek valley which creates an enclosure andintimacy to the town. The town centre is on the floor of the valley and the township followsa tentacle-like pattern along the various access routes. The once majestic forest that existedaround Timboon has influenced its settlement and also the traditional building construction.The topography and vegetation form strong characteristics; vegetation grows dense and tallwith important areas of remnant forest. From most viewpoints the skyline around the townconsists nearly entirely of trees or hillsides with little opportunity for distant views fromthe centre as the visual catchment is quite strongly contained within the valley. Buildingform and scale is small and in character with the environment nestling into the valley.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Timboon has a population of 1,255 [NEW: ABS Census, 2011] and future developmentshould be carefully managed to respond to topographic and servicing constraints. [Current:Clause 21.04]

The haphazardness of the shops in the town centre contributes to Timboon’s charm,however over time the centre has become somewhat scruffy. Recent streetscape workshave assisted in the improvement of the town centre appearance and function of the accessand parking infrastructure. Improvements to the commercial buildings and surroundswould aid in reinforcing the township character and capitalizing on the creek aspects wouldprovide some improvement to the town centre. However more substantial gains can bemade in terms of land use efficiency in the centre if land owners and developers can worktogether when redevelopment opportunities arise. A masterplan for this area would be idealto address short term needs. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Long term needs for commercial space could be accommodated by extending the businessprecinct south to the swimming pool area and/or north to the railway area. These optionsneed careful consideration and community debate. Issues such as environmental sensitivity,recreational needs, relocation of the pool, tourism, community opportunities, and heritageall abound. [Current: Clause 21.04]

The mixed use area in Bailey Street offers support to the main commercial precinct andshould retain this function. It should not become a second retail precinct but provide forbulky goods and other services less suitable for the constrained area of the valley floor.[Current: Clause 21.04]

Powers Creek runs through the entire length of Timboon, dissecting the town centre andproviding a marvellous resource. This feature offers the opportunity for businesses to takeadvantages of two frontages; the street and the public park/creek. Significant communityclean up and revegetation works along the creek have been undertaken and continue toimprove this environmental asset. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Tourism offers a growing market for Timboon and development associated with thetourism industry is encouraged. Assets include boutique produce industries, proximity tothe coast and Great Ocean Road, walking trails, the natural environment and heritage.Opportunities exist within the township to capitalize on these assets particularly on therailway land directly adjacent to the main commercial precinct. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Objectives

To protect Timboon’s landscape setting. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To limit linear development along major roads leading from the town. [Current: Clause21.04]

To reinforce the central focus of the town. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To retain Timboon’s historic character, particularly in its community and commercialcentre. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To improve town centre building stock, accessways, public spaces and create a focus tothe creek. [Current: Clause 21.04]

To provide for a growing tourism industry. [Current: Clause 21.04]




To increase the type of accommodation available to residents and visitors. [Current:Clause 21.04]

Strategies

Contain residential development within the existing and identified town boundaries tokeep a clear definition between township and rural land uses. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support infill residential development as a first priority and manage further rezoning ofland for residential development. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Provide diverse accommodation types for residents and visitors. [Current: Clause21.04]

Protect the railway site as an important historical site and pursue opportunities fortourism development and community uses. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Direct low density residential development to preferred areas south of the town and alimited amount on Curdies River Road opposite the golf course. [Current: Clause21.04]

Maintain thick vegetation on entries to and within town and discourage developmentthat will impact on the natural aspect of the valley’s viewshed. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Support coordinated commercial and residential development in the town centre toenhance its relationship with Powers Creek [Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect Powers Creek as an environmental asset. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect and retain historic buildings and façades and allow for sympathetic developmentfor modern usage. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Provide suitable agricultural land to support gourmet food and primary producerswithin the local area. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Protect vegetation along Timboon-Port Campbell Road. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Minimise the visual impact of car parks and built form at intersections by providinglandscaping. [Current: Clause 21.04]

Encourage tourism accommodation. [Current: Clause 21.04]




Applying appropriate zone and overlay controls. [Current: Clause 21.04, reworded]



Map 10 – Timboon Township Structure Plan [Current: Clause 21.04]

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