Winten Property Group v Campbelltown City Council
[1999] NSWLEC 241
At a glance
Source factsCourt
Land and Environment Court (NSW)
Decision date
1999-10-22
Before
Sheahan J
Source
Original judgment source is linked above.
Judgment (52 paragraphs)
- The applicant also lodged with the application a " master plan " prepared by Mather & Associates. This latter document is not before the Court.
- The following sub-sections of s 9 of the SEE, commencing at p 17, and headed " The Proposed Development ", appear relevant to the consideration of the question in this case: 9.1 The proposed development is intended to be community titled and will be independent of that being undertaken pursuant to DP 270152, i.e. The Macquarie Links Estate. It is illustrated on Dwg No.9/175 prepared by the Rose Consulting Group. 9.2 The proposal entails the creation of 171 lots of varying areas to be used for residential purposes, a community lot of some 18.6 hectares and a lot of 6.3 hectares surrounding the 1.8 hectare Lot 1, DP 612255, containing Macquarie Field House. This new Lot (No. 173 on Dwg No. 9/175) covers part of the curtilage of the House which is subject to the Permanent Conservation Order. 9.3 The design ensures that - in the view from Glenfield and the railway line - roughly the southern half of the site will retain the appearance of open countryside. Similarly, with the possible exception of one house on a large rural lot, none of the houses proposed would be visible from the Hume Highway. 9.4 Access to the proposed development would be obtained from Campbelltown Road, via the right of carriageway over Lot 1, DP 270152. However, at the north-western corner of the site, it is proposed that the private accessway leave Lot 1 and follow the northern boundary of the site to the line of Quarter Sessions Road (Lot 3, DP 828871). That Road would be retained as the means of access to Macquarie Field House, something suggested by officers of Council, DUAP and the Heritage Council. It is proposed that five other lots (Nos. 28, 29, 30, 31 and 32 on Dwg No. 9/175) gain their access from that Road as it passes across the site parallel to the Highway. 9.5 The proposed development is intended to be a 'security estate' similar to The Macquarie Links Estate. The manned security access would be positioned on the northern boundary of the site about where the private accessway crosses the drainage depression flowing to Cabramatta Creek in order to minimise its impact visually. Alternatively, a shared security access with Macquarie Links may be created off Campbelltown Road. … 9.7 It is proposed to increase the size of the lot on which Macquarie Field House stands by adding part of Lot 4, DP 845870 to the existing Lot 1, DP 612265, to give it an area of 8.1 hectares. No decision has yet been made about the future use of Macquarie Field House. … 9.8 The community lot (Proposed Lot No.1) will have an area of 18.6 hectares exclusive of accessways … 9.22 The focal point of the proposed development, both socially and recreationally, is intended to be the 'clubhouse' . It is intended to act as an information centre, a meeting place and a place for social interaction. It is likely to be a relatively small, low maintenance, building with a main central space, kitchen and sanitary facilities, some storage and, perhaps, a small office. It will have an associated out-door seating area - partly sheltered - suitable for bar-b-ques and similar events. Some off-street parking would be provided at it. (In the early stages of development, the clubhouse may be used as a site sales office). Drink-vending machines and the like may be installed at the clubhouse to provide refreshments for those using the associated recreational facilities. 9.23 Close to the clubhouse, it is proposed to build, at least, one and, possibly, two all weather tennis courts with night-lighting. While intended to be used principally by residents of the proposed development, the community association would have the ability to hire them to others, e.g. to be used for social competitions. Also close to the clubhouse, it is proposed to establish a well-equipped children's playground together with ample space where children might enjoy informal games in safety. 9.24 The bulk of the community land will be developed as a golf practice facility. It is anticipated that four holes of varying par values will be developed. Those holes would not extend into the area of possible significance archaeologically which would remain in its present state. This facility would be available to residents and their guests for informal relaxation. Walking/cycle trails will be developed around the perimeter of this facility. If Council approves the application, the applicant intends to discuss with the Monarch Investment Group of Companies, the possibility of integrating these trails and the golf practice area with similar facilities to be provided in the adjoining Macquarie Links Estate. 9.25 It is possible that the applicant will negotiate with the developers of the Macquarie Links Estate to permit residents of the proposed development to obtain membership of the golf club which forms part of the Macquarie Links Estate. 9.26 It is envisaged that the community association will employ staff to manage the community property and the facilities proposed on it and the general security of the estate. Actual maintenance of roads and recreational areas as well as the personnel to man the gatehouse may be provided by contractors.