Policy S/C/GER: Former Garage Block, East Road

• Site area of 0.14 hectares.
• Capacity for approximately 40 homes.

1.  Development proposals must demonstrate how they will meet the following requirements:

     a. Existing vegetation surrounding the site will be protected and retained. Development should include the creation of high-quality vegetated streetscapes along St Matthew's Street, East Street and adjacent to existing built form;

     b. Create a satisfactory relationship with adjacent residential properties in terms of daylight, sunlight and outlook;

     c. Assessment and implementation of necessary mitigation measures in relation to road noise and air pollution from St Matthews Street and East Street;

     d. Design proposals should demonstrate how development will enhance the character and settings of heritage assets; 

     e. Demonstrate a design-led approach that carefully addresses building heights, style and materials to avoid unacceptable adverse impacts on the setting of designated assets, including the Mill Road Conservation Area and the setting of the Grade II listed Church of St Matthew. Development heights should be a maximum of three residential storeys; 

     f. Archaeological investigation and potential mitigation will be required to identify the presence and significance of possible archaeological remains across the site; and

     g. Development proposals fronting East Road to respond to the existing and emerging context. 

Figure 24: Site Plan of S/C/GER: Former Garage Block, East Road.