Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (Jabiru Town Plan) Approval 2019
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Residential Zone A Development Matrix of Jabiru Town Plan 2019 Zones is provided following Clause 5.9.
RJ Residential
Commercial Zones
CJ Commercial
SCJ Service Commercial
TCJ Tourist Commercial
Industrial Zone
IJ Industry
Recreational Zones
PSJ Public Open Space
ORJ Organised Recreation
Other Zones
CPJ Community Purposes
FDJ Future Development
SJ Specific Use
Infrastructure Zones
MJ Main Road
UJ Utilities
5.0 Zone Purpose and Tables
5.1 Zone RJ – Residential
| | The primary purpose of Zone RJ is to provide for a range of housing options to a maximum height of two storeys.The scale, character and architectural style of infill development should be compatible with the streetscape and surrounding development.Non-residential uses or development should be limited to those which predominantly service the local neighbourhood and do not have any detrimental effect on residential amenity. | Undefined uses are prohibited in this zone. See clause 2.2(4).<br> <br>Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 7.8.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 10.1 refers to subdivision and 10.2 to residential subdivision standards.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone RJ
caretaker’s residence x
group home D 7.1, 7.2, 7.8.5
home based visitor accommodation P 6.3, 7.8.1
hostel D 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
independent unit P 7.1, 7.2, 7.8.4
leisure and recreation x
medical consulting rooms P 6.3 , 7.8.8
multiple dwellings D 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
promotion sign x
restaurant x
single dwelling P 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3
supporting accommodation D 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
5.2 Zone CJ - Commercial
| | The primary purpose of Zone CJ is to provide for a range of business and community uses.Development should:<br>(a) be of a scale and character appropriate to the service function of the locality;<br>(b) respect the amenity of adjacent and nearby uses;<br>(c) promote community safety in building design, having regard to adjacent and nearby uses;<br>(d) give ultimate consideration to the primacy of commercial uses that provide interactions with the public domain;<br>(e) provide high quality retails, commercial and residential development; and<br>(f) seek to improve the vibrancy and viability of business and retail developments serving the surrounding community. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 7.8.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 8.0 describes standards for commercial development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.3 refers to fuel and vehicle repair related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.5 refers to animal related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures.<br> <br> |
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Zoning Table – Zone CJ
caretaker’s residence P 6.3, 7.1, 7.8.3
child care centre D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.4
community centre D 6.2, 6.3, 8.2
hostel D 6.2, 6.3, 7.2, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 8.2
hotel D 6.3, 6.4, 8.2, 8.4, 8.6
medical clinic D 6.2, 6.3, 8.2
medical consulting rooms P 6.3, 7.8.8
motel D 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
motor repair station D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.3
multiple dwellings D 6.3, 7.1, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7
office D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.2, 8.2
restaurant D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.2, 8.2
service station D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.3, 8.2
shop D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.2, 8.2
showroom sales D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
supporting accommodation D 6.3, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7
veterinary clinic D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.5, 8.2
5.3 Zone SCJ – Service Commercial
| | The primary purpose of Zone SCJ is to provide for commercial activities which, because of the nature of their business require large sites. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 7.8.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 8.0 describes standards for commercial development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.3 refers to fuel and vehicle repair related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.5 refers to animal related use and development. <br>Clause 9.1.2 refers to biosecurity and contamination risks of industry use and development<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone SCJ
caretaker’s residence P 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.8.3
community centre x
education establishment D 6.2, 6.3, 8.2
hostel D 6.2, 6.3, 7.2, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 8.2
hotel D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
light industry D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.2
medical clinic D 6.2, 6.3, 8.2
motel D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, 7.2, 8.2
motor body works D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.3
motor repair station D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.3
office D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
restaurant D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
service station D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.3
shop D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
showroom sales D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
supporting accommodation D 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
transport terminal D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.3, 8.2
veterinary clinic D 6.2, 6.3, 8.1.5, 8.2
warehouse D 6.2, 6.3, 6.4
5.4 Zone TCJ – Tourist Commercial
| | The primary purpose of Zone TCJ is to provide for uses or development servicing tourism, including commercial and residential activities.Development should be of a scale and character compatible with uses or development nearby. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 8.0 describes standards for commercial development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.3 refers to fuel and vehicle repair related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
| | The primary purpose of Zone IJ is to provide for industrial uses or development activities that will not by the nature of their operations, detrimentally affect adjoining or nearby land.Offices are expected to primarily provide a service to the light industry in the zone and be of a size commensurate with the service provided.Shops are expected to be limited to those that either service the needs of the industry in the zone or would be inappropriate in a commercial zone.<br> | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 7.7.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.3 refers to fuel and vehicle repair related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.5 refers to animal related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 9.0 describes standards for industrial developments.<br> <br>Clause 9.1.2 refers to biosecurity and contamination risks of industry use and development<br> <br>Clause 10.1 refers to subdivision and 10.3 to subdivision design.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone IJ
animal boarding D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.5, 9.1.1
car park P 6.1, 6.3.3, 9.1.1
community centre D 6.1, 6.3, 9.1.1
education establishment D 6.1, 6.3, 9.1.1
fuel depot D 6.1, 6.3, 9.1.1
general industry D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1, 9.1.2
leisure and recreation x
light industry D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1, 9.1.2
motor body works D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.3, 9.1.1
motor repair station D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.3, 9.1.1
office D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1
passenger terminal D 6.1, 6.3, 9.1.1
plant nursery D 6.1, 6.3, 6.7, 9.1.1
recycling depot D 6.1, 6.3, 9.1.1
restaurant D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1
rural industry D 6.1, 6.3, 6.7, 9.1.1, 9.1.2
service station D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.3, 9.1.1
shop D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.1, 9.1.1
showroom sales P 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1
transport terminal P 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.3, 9.1.1
vehicle sales and hire P 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.3, 9.1.1
veterinary clinic D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.5, 9.1.1
warehouse P 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 9.1.1
5.6 Zone PSJ – Public Open Space
| | The primary purpose of Zone PSJ is to provide public areas for recreational activity.Development should be limited to that which is for public use and enjoyment consistent with the recreational opportunities of the land and which has minimal adverse impact (if any) on adjoining or nearby property. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 7.8.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone PSJ
leisure and recreation D 6.1, 6.3
restaurant D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4
5.7 Zone ORJ – Organised Recreation
| | The primary purpose of Zone ORJ is to provide areas for organised recreational activities.Development is to be limited to that which is consistent with the recreational opportunities of the land. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 7.8.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone ORJ
car park D 6.1, 6.3.3, 8.2
leisure and recreation D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
licensed club D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
office D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
place of worship D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
restaurant D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
shop D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.1.1, 8.2
5.8 Zone CPJ – Community Purposes
| | The primary purpose of Zone CPJ is to provide for community services and facilities, whether publicly or privately owned or operated, including facilities for civic and government administration.Design is expected to incorporate landscaping using approved plant species that will enhance the visual appearance of the development.The development of residential accommodation is to only be in association with and ancillary to the primary use of the land. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 7.7.2 refers to caravans.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.5 refers to animal related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone CPJ
community centre D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
education establishment D 6.3, 8.2
hospital D 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
leisure and recreation D 6.1, 6.3
medical clinic D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
passenger terminal D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
place of worship P 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
recycling depot D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
restaurant x
supporting accommodation D 6.1, 6.3, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
veterinary clinic D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.5, 8.2
5.9 Zone FDJ – Future Development
| | Zone FDJ is an interim zone identifying an area that is intended for future rezoning and development in accordance with the Masterplan and its purpose is to:<br>(a) limit uses and development within the zone to a level that will not prejudice the future development; and<br>(b) provide for development in accordance with the Masterplan once services are (or can be) made available to the land.<br>2. Subdivision is not to prejudice the intended ultimate subdivision and future use or development of the land. | Clause 6.6 states that demountable structures require consent.<br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 6.8 refers to restrictions on development in Zone FDJ.<br> <br>Clause 6.9 refers to excavation and fill.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.3 refers to fuel and vehicle repair related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 8.1.5 refers to animal related use and development.<br> <br>Clause 10.1 refers to subdivision and 10.1.3 to subdivision in this zone.<br> <br>Clauses 11.2 and 11.3 describe standards for the subdivision of land for urban residential and industrial use.<br> <br>Clause 11.3 refers to the erection of mobile telecommunication structures. |
Zoning Table – Zone FDJ
business sign D 6.5
caravan park D 6.1, 6.3
caretaker’s residence D 6.1, 6.3, 7.2, 7.8.3
car park D 6.1, 6.3.3
community centre D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
education establishment D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
group home D 6.1, 7.2, 7.8.5
home based contracting D 7.8.7
home based visitor accommodation P 6.3, 7.8.1
home occupation D 7.8.6
hospital D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
hotel D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
independent unit P 7.1, 7.2, 7.8.4
leisure and recreation D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
licensed club D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
medical clinic D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
medical consulting rooms D 6.3, 7.8.8
motel D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 7.2, 8.2
multiple dwellings D 6.3, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
office D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
place of worship D 6.1, 6.3, 8.2
restaurant D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
service station D 6.1, 6.3, 8.1.3, 8.2
shop D 6.1, 6.3, 6.4, 8.2
single dwelling D 6.1, 6.3, 7.2, 7.3
supporting accommodation D 6.1, 6.3, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6
veterinary clinic D 6.1, 6.3.1, 8.1.5, 8.2
DEVELOPMENT MATRIX RJ CJ SCJ TCJ IJ PSJ ORJ CPJ FDJ
abattoir x x x x x x x x x
agriculture x x x x x x x x x
animal boarding x x x x D x x x x
business sign P P P P P P P P D
caravan park x x x D x x x x D
caretaker’s residence x P P P P P P P D
car park x D D D P x D x D
child care centre x D D D x x D D D
community centre D D x D D D D D D
domestic livestock x x x x x x x x x
education establishment x x D D D x x D D
fuel depot x x x x D x x x x
general industry x x x x D x x x x
group home D x x x x x x x D
home based contracting P x P P x x x x D
home based visitor accommodation P x x x x x x x P
home occupation P P P P P P P P D
horticulture x x x x D D x x D
hospital x x x x x x x D D
hostel D D D D x x x x x
hotel x D D D x x x x D
independent unit P x x D x x x x P
intensive animal husbandry x x x x x x x x x
leisure and recreation x D D D x D D D D
licensed club x D D D x x D x D
light industry x x D x D x x x x
medical clinic x D D x x x x D D
medical consulting rooms P P x P x x x x D
motel x D D D x x x x D
motor body works x x D x D x x x x
motor repair station x D D x P x x x x
multiple dwellings D D x D x x x x D
office x D D D D x D x D
passenger terminal x D D D D x x D x
place of worship x D D D D x D P D
plant nursery x x x x D x x x x
promotion sign x D D D D D D D D
recycling depot x x x x D x x D x
restaurant x D D D D D D x D
retail agricultural stall x x x x x x x x x
rural industry x x x x D x x x x
service station x D D D D x x x D
shop x D D D D x D x D
showroom sales x D D x P x x x x
single dwelling P x x D x x x x D
stables x x x x x x x x x
supporting accommodation D D D x x x x D D
transport terminal x x D x D x x x x
vehicle sales and hire x D D D D x x x x
veterinary clinic x D D x D x x D D
warehouse x x D x P x x x x
6.0 General performance criteria
6.1 General Height Control
The purpose of this clause is to ensure that the height of buildings in a zone is consistent with development provided for by that zone.
This clause does not apply within Zone TCJ or to education establishments or hospitals within Zone CPJ.
The height of any point of a building is to be measured from ground level vertically below that point and includes the height of a mound specifically provided or made to elevate the building.
Unless expressly provided by this Town Plan, the height of any part of a building is not to exceed 8.5m above the ground, unless it is:(a) a flag pole, aerial or antenna; or(b) for the housing of equipment relating to the operation of a lift. Clause 7.1 controls the height of dwellings in Zones RJ and CJ. A topographical survey may be required to accurately determine ground level
6.2 Plot Ratios
The purpose of this clause is to provide for development that will, in terms of building massing, be compatible with adjacent and nearby development.
Development of sites within Zones CJ, SCJ or TCJ should not exceed a plot ratio of 1.
Sub-clause 2 does not apply to a residential building development other than a hostel. Clause 7.1 controls the height of dwellings in Zones RJ and CJ.
6.3 Vehicle Parking
6.3.1 Parking Requirements
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that sufficient off-street car parking, constructed to a standard and conveniently located, is provided to service the proposed use of a site.Subject to clause 6.3.2, if a use or development specified in column 1 of the table to this clause is proposed, the number of car parking spaces (rounded up to the next whole number) required for that use or development is to be calculated in accordance with the formula specified opposite in column 2.If a proposed use or development which is not listed in the table to this clause requires consent, the number of car parking spaces required for that use or development is to be determined by the consent authority.A car parking area is to be designed in accordance with clause 6.3.3 except where the car parking is required in association with a single dwelling and an independent unit. | NT building legislation may require compliance with the Building Code of Australia for the provision of disabled car parks<br> <br> |
Table to Clause 6.3.1
COLUMN 1 COLUMN 2
Use or Development Minimum Number of Car Parking Spaces Required
caravan park 1.1 for every caravan, cabin, mobile home or tent site
caretaker’s residence 1
child care centre 1 for every employeeplus1 for every 20 children
community centre 5 for every 100m2 of net floor area
education establishment For a primary or secondary school:1 for every classroomplus2 additional spacesplusan area for setting down and picking up passengers For a tertiary education establishment:1 for every classroomplus1 for every 6 studentsplus2 additional spaces For a kindergarten: see child care centre For other education establishments:2 for every 100m2 of net floor area
home based visitor accommodation 1 for every guest roomplus2 for the dwelling
hospital 1 for every 4 patient bedsplus4 for every 100m2 of floor area used for administrative purposesplusfor a medical clinic 4 for every consulting room
hostel 1 for every 5 personsplus1 for every staff memberplus1
hotel 16 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a lounge bar or beer gardenplus50 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a barplus10 for a drive-in bottle shop (if any) for cars being served or awaiting serviceplus1 for every guest suite or bedroomplus3 for every 100m2 used for dining
independent unit 1 per bedroom to a maximum of 2
leisure and recreation Indoor spectator facilities including cinema or theatre 1 for every 4 seatsRacquet court games 4 for every courtplusFor indoor spectator facilities (if any) 1 for every 4 seatsLawn bowls 20 spaces per greenGolf course 4 per holeplus5 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a club houseotherwise than specified above, 10 for every 100m of floor areaplusrequirement for indoor spectator facilities (if any) 1 for every 4 seats
licensed club 10 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a lounge area or beer gardenplus20 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a barplus3 for every 100m2 of floor area used for dining
light industry 2 for every 100m2 of floor area other than officesplus4 for every 100m2 of floor area of officeplus1 for every 250m2 used as outdoor storage
medical clinic 4 for every consulting room
medical consulting rooms 3 for every consulting roomplus1 additional space (in addition to the 2 spaces required for the dwelling)
motel 1 for every guest suite or bedroomplus16 for every 100m2 of floor area used as a lounge bar or beer gardenplus3 for every 100m2 of floor area used for dining
motor body works 6 for every 100m2 of floor area
motor repair station 6 for every 100m2 of floor area
multiple dwellings 2 per dwelling
office (not elsewhere referred to in this table) 2.5 for every 100m2 of net floor area
passenger terminal 5 for every 100m2 of net floor area or as many car spaces as can be provided on 25% of the site area whichever results in the greater number of spaces (calculated exclusive of areas used for taxi stands or bus loading purposes)
place of worship 5 for every 100m2 of net floor area
recycling depot 1 for every 100m2 of net floor area other than officesplus4 for every 100m2 of net floor area of officeplus1 for every 250m2 used as outdoor storage
restaurant 6 for every 100m2 of net floor area and any alfresco dining areasplus10 for drive-through (if any) for cars being served or awaiting service
service station 2 for every 100m2 of net floor area or 5 whichever is the greater (not including parking serving bowsers)
serviced apartments 1 for every dwellingplus3 for every 100m2 of net floor area not within a dwelling
shop 6 for every 100m2 of net floor area
showroom sales 4 for every 100m2 of net floor areaplus1 for every 250m2 used as outdoor storage
single dwelling 2
supporting accommodation 1 for every 4 bedsplus4 for every 100m2 of net floor area used for administrative purposes
transport terminal 1 for every 100m2 of net floor area other than officesplus4 for every 100m2 of net floor area of officeplus1 for every 200m2 used as outdoor storage
vehicle sales and hire 4 for every 100m2 of net floor area of officeplus1 for every 200m2 used for vehicle display
veterinary clinic 4 for every 100m2 of net floor area
warehouse 1 for every 100m2 of net floor area other than officesplus4 for every 100m2 of net floor area of officeplus1 for every 250m2 used as outdoor storage
6.3.2 Reduction in Parking Requirements
| | The purpose of this clause is to provide for a use or development with fewer car parking spaces than required by clause 6.3.1.The consent authority may approve a use or development with fewer car parking spaces than required by clause 6.3.1 if it is satisfied that a reduction is appropriate for the use or development, having considered all the following matters:<br>(a) the zoning of the land, the use or development or proposed use or development of the land and the possible future use or development of the land; or<br>(b) the provision of car parking spaces in the vicinity of the land. | |
6.3.3 Parking Layout
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that a car parking area is appropriately designed, constructed and maintained for its intended purpose.A car parking area is to be established, used and maintained for the purpose of vehicle parking only.A car parking area is to:<br>(a) be of a suitable gradient for safe and convenient parking;<br>(b) be sealed and well drained;<br>(c) be functional and provide separate access to every car parking space;<br>(d) limit the number of access points to the road;<br>(e) allow a vehicle to enter from and exit to a road in a forward gear;<br>(f) maximise sight lines for drivers entering or exiting the car parking area;<br>(g) be not less than 3m from a road, and the area between the car parking area and the road is to be landscaped with approved plant species designed to lessen the visual impact of the car parking area;<br>(h) be in accordance with the dimensions set out in the diagram to this clause;<br>(i) have driveways with a minimum width of 6m for two-way traffic flow or 3.5m for one way traffic flow;<br>(j) be designed so that parking spaces at the end of and perpendicular to a driveway be either 3.5m wide or so that the driveway projects 1m beyond the last parking space; and<br>(k) incorporate oil/ water separator units where the car parking area has a designed capacity of 50 or more vehicles. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>NT building legislation may require compliance with the Building Code of Australia for the provision of disabled car parks.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> |
6.3.4 Vehicle Access and On-site Parking for Single Dwellings on Lots less than 600m2 but not less than 300m2
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that vehicle access driveways and on-site parking spaces for single dwellings on lots less than 600m2 and not less than 300m2 do not unduly reduce the amenity of a public road or the availability of kerbside vehicle parking in the public road.The on-site parking and its vehicle access from the public road shall be located to ensure that the lot’s street frontage has a minimum continuous length of 6.5 metres without on-site parking or vehicle access within that length.Vehicle access shall be via a single driveway, no wider than 3.5 metres, where required by the table to this clause. | <br>Clause 7.2.3 allows a reduced setback for single dwellings on lots less than 600m2 |
Table to Clause 6.3.4 Clause 10.2.4 refers to subdivision applications and frontage widths for lots less than 600m2.
Range of Lot Size Vehicle Access Driveways
300m2 to less than 450m2 Vehicle access shall be via a single driveway where the boundary to the public road is less than 13m.
450m2 to less than 600m2 Vehicle access shall be via a single driveway where the boundary to the public road is less than 15m.
6.4 Loading Bays
| | The purpose of this clause is to provide for the loading and unloading of vehicles associated with the use of land.A general industry, hospital, hotel, licensed club, light industry, motel, office, restaurant, shop, showroom sales, transport terminal or warehouse use or development on a site must provide areas wholly within the site for loading and unloading of vehicles at the ratio of:<br>(a) if for a general industry, hospital, hotel, licensed club, light industry, motel, showroom sales, transport terminal or warehouse use or development:<br>1 loading bay for a single occupation of a net floor area of 10 000m2 or less; and1 loading bay for every 5 000m2 of net floor area or part thereof in excess of 10 000m2; or<br>(b) if for an office, restaurant or shop use or development, 1 loading bay for every 2 000m2 of the total net floor area.<br>3. A loading bay is to:<br>(a) be at least 7.5m by 3.5m;<br>(b) have a clearance of at least 4m; and<br>(c) have access that is adequate for its purpose. | |
6.5 Signs
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that business signs and promotion signs on zoned land are of a size and location that minimises detriment to the amenity of the area.For the purposes of this clause, business signs and promotion signs include but are not limited to:<br>(a) signs on a wall or façia;<br>(b) signs erected on poles or pylons that are not part of a building or other structure;<br>(c) illuminated signs; and<br>(d) signs attached to and protruding from a building.<br>3. The total area of business signs or promotion signs on a site in a zone specified in column 1 of the table to this clause is not to exceed the areas specified opposite in column 2 or if the sign is illuminated, column 3.<br>4. Illuminated signs are to be no closer than 30m to any residential zone.<br>5. Signs attached to and protruding from a building are to be at least 2.7m above the ground and are not to extend past the edge of any awning adjacent to a road. | Clause 1.3 1(d) exempts some signs from control under the Town Plan.<br> <br> |
Table to Clause 6.5
Column 1 Column 2 Column 3
Zone Maximum area of signs on a site Maximum area of illuminated signs on a site
RJ 1m2 Prohibited
CJ, SCJ, TCJ The lesser of 25% of any one façade or 20m2 3m2
IJ The lesser of 25% of any one façade or 30m2 5m2
PSJ, ORJ, CPJ 5m2 Prohibited
FDJ 3m2 Prohibited
6.6 Demountable Structures
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that demountable structures do not detract from the visual amenity of an area.Placement of a demountable structure on:<br>(a) zoned land requires consent; and<br>(b) land in Zone SCJ, IJ, PSJ, ORJ and CPJ does not require consent if there are no more than two demountable structures on the land.<br>3. Demountable structures in:<br>(a) zones other than Zone IJ are to be set back from lot boundaries in accordance with the table to this clause; and<br>(b) Zone IJ are to be set back from lot boundaries in accordance with the table to clause 9.1.1 (Industrial Setbacks).<br>4. Subject to sub-clause 5, the consent authority may only consent to the placement of a demountable structure on land if it is satisfied that:<br>(a) there will be landscaping with approved plant species or architectural embellishments to the demountable structure that will enhance the appearance of the structure; and<br>(b) the demountable structure will be visually consistent with adjoining or nearby development.<br>5. If the consent authority is satisfied that, because of the proposed use and location of a demountable structure, it is not necessary that sub-clause 3(a) and (b) apply to the demountable structure the consent authority may consent to the placement of it on land without being satisfied as to the matters set out in those paragraphs. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> |
Table to Clause 6.6 Minimum Building Setbacks for Demountable Structures
Lot Boundary In zones other than IJ
Primary street frontage 6m
Secondary street frontage 2.5m
Side and rear lot boundaries 1.5m
6.7 Landscaping and Plant Related Use and Development
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that landscaping on a site complements and enhances the streetscape, is attractive, water efficient and contributes to a safe environment.Landscaping may include provision of paved areas and areas for entertainment and recreational activities. Landscaping should be designed so that:<br>(a) planting is focussed on the area within the street frontage setbacks and communal open space areas and uncovered car parking areas;<br>(b) it maximises efficient use of water and is appropriate to the local climate;<br>(c) species used are, wherever possible, native species of local provenance, and in all instances, approved plant species;<br>(d) it takes into account the existing streetscape, or any landscape strategy in relation to the area;<br>(e) significant trees and vegetation that contribute to the character and amenity of the site and the streetscape are retained;<br>(f) energy conservation of a building is assisted having regard to the need for shade and sunlight at varying times of the year;<br>(g) the layout and choice of plants permits surveillance of public and communal areas; and<br>(h) it facilitates on-site infiltration of stormwater run-off.<br>4. The quality and extent of the landscaping consented to should be maintained for the life of the development.<br>5. All landscaping must only use approved plant species and otherwise be consistent with the Commonwealth environmental law.<br>6. All use or development on a site for a purpose involving the use or cultivation of a plant, including plant nursery and horticulture, must only use approved plant species and otherwise be consistent with the Commonwealth environmental law. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>The environmental and cultural values of Kakadu National Park are specified in, and protected under, the Commonwealth environmental law.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>An authorisation may be required under the Commonwealth environmental law for the bringing of rock, soil, sand, mulch, potting-mix or similar material into Kakadu National Park.<br> <br>The Commonwealth environmental law restricts the taking of plants and firewood into, and cultivation of plants within, Kakadu National Park. |
6.8 Restrictions on Development of Land Zoned FDJ
| | The purpose of this clause is to provide for the development and use of land in Zone FDJ (which would typically be urban development) consistent with the intended future use or development of the land pursuant to the approved Masterplan.Despite anything to the contrary in this Town Plan, where a development permit has been issued for subdivision of land in Zone FDJ, the consent authority may permit development of that land only if:<br>(a) the development is consistent with the intended ultimate zoning; and<br>(b) services (in particular reticulated services including water and sewerage) are, or can be, made available to that land. | Refer Clause 2.6<br> <br>Clause 5.9 specifies the FDJ zone purpose and table.<br> <br>Clauses 6.1 and 7.1 refer to building heights and dwelling densities.<br> <br>Clause 10.1.1 refers to minimum lot sizes in various zones.<br> <br>Clause 10.1.3 refers to subdivision within Zone FDJ. |
6.9 Excavation and Fill
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that the excavation or filling of land:<br>(a) does not adversely affect adjacent land or waters, or the quality of adjacent waterways, and associated riparian areas; and<br>(b) is suited to the intended future use of the site.<br>2. The excavation or filling of land, other than that normally required in association with the construction of a building, domestic swimming pool, ornamental pond or the like, requires consent.<br>3. An application for consent to excavate or fill land should:<br>(a) demonstrate the suitability of the site for the proposed future use;<br>(b) include a hydrological assessment of potential upstream and downstream impacts of the excavation or filling;<br>(c) specify a plan of management to control erosion and sedimentation, particularly of creeks and riparian areas;<br>(d) specify measures to prevent the creation of mosquito breeding areas; and<br>(e) any fill material from outside of Kakadu National Park must be consistent with the Commonwealth environmental law. | The environmental and cultural values of Kakadu National Park are specified in, and protected under, the Commonwealth environmental law.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>An authorisation may be required under the Commonwealth environmental law for the bringing of rock, soil, sand, mulch, potting-mix or similar material into Kakadu National Park. |
7.0 Residential Development Performance Criteria
7.1 Residential Density and Height Limitations
7.1.1 Residential Density Limitations
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that residential development is:<br>(a) of a density compatible with the existing and planned provision of reticulated services and community facilities which will service the area; and<br>(b) consistent with land capability having regard to relevant characteristics including but not limited to the drainage, slope, seasonal inundation, landforms or soil characteristics, heritage constraints or noise from aircraft operations.<br>2. The maximum number of dwellings that may be constructed on a site is to be determined in accordance with the tables to this clause.<br>3. The consent authority may consent to a development that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 if it is satisfied that compliance with other aspects of this Town Plan indicates that the density of development is appropriate having regard to the purpose of this clause as set out in sub-clause 1. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Independent units are not to form part of the density calculation for the purposes of Table to Clause 7.1. For clarification on independent units, refer to clause 7.8.4 (Independent Units) |
Table A to Clause 7.1 – Dwelling Density in Zones RJ and FDJ
Zone Dwelling Density
RJ & FDJ 1 single dwelling per lot and may include an independent unit1 multiple dwelling per 300m2 Clause 10.1.2 allows for provision of higher densities of single dwellings within Zone RDJ in green field areas. Clause 10.1 refers to minimum lot sizes and other associated requirements.
Table B to Clause 7.1 – Dwelling Density in Zones CJ & TCJ
Number of Storeys above Ground Level Dwelling Density Clause 7.7 limits residential development at the ground floor level in Zone CJ
1 1 per 400m2
2 1 per 200m2
3 (maximum) 1 per 133m2
7.1.2 Residential Height Limitations
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that residential development is of a height that:<br>(a) is compatible with adjoining or nearby existing development or development reasonably anticipated; and<br>(b) does not unduly overlook adjoining properties.<br>2. The height of any point of a residential building is to be measured from ground level vertically below that point and includes the height of a mound specifically provided or made to elevate the building.<br>3. The height of a residential building that may be constructed on a site within zones RJ, TCJ, FDJ and CJ is to be determined in accordance with the table to this clause. | Clause 6.1 limits the height of buildings generally.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br>A topographical survey may be required to accurately determine ground level.<br> <br> <br> |
Table to Clause 7.1.2 – Dwelling Height and Maximum Number of Storeys in Certain Zones Clause 7.7 limits residential development on the ground floor in Zone CJ.
Zone Maximum Number of Storeys and Maximum Dwelling Height above Ground Level for Residential Buildings
RJ & FDJ 2 – to a maximum height of 8.5m
CJ & TCJ 3 maximum
7.2 Building Setbacks of Residential Buildings and Ancillary Structures
7.2.1 Building Setbacks of Residential Buildings and Ancillary Structures
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential buildings and ancillary structures are located so:<br> they are compatible with the streetscape and surrounding development including residential buildings on the same site; as to minimise any adverse effects of building massing when viewed from adjoining land and the street; as to avoid undue overlooking of adjoining properties; and as to encourage breeze penetration through and between buildings.In this clause, an ancillary structure includes a carport, garage, pergola, portico, shed and shade sail, and may or may not include external walls.Buildings in Zone IJ are to be sited in accordance with table to clause 9.1.1 (Industrial Setbacks).Residential buildings and ancillary structures are to be set back from lot boundaries in accordance with the relevant table to this clause, and:<br>(a) No part of the roof structure, including gutters and eaves, is to encroach more than 0.9m into the minimum building setbacks from the lot boundaries; and<br>(b) Where a lot has a boundary with a public street from which vehicular access to the lot is prohibited, this boundary shall be considered a side or rear lot boundary for the purpose of calculation of the building setback. | Residential buildings include caretaker’s residence, dependant unit, group home, hostel, hotel, motel, multiple dwellings, single dwelling and supporting accommodation.<br> <br>Clause 10.1.2 relates to common building boundaries in integrated residential developments.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>NT building legislation may require compliance with the Building Code of Australia for building setbacks. |
Table A to Clause 7.2 – Minimum Building Setbacks for one and two storey Residential Buildings and associated structures in zones other than Zone CJ
Lot Boundary Minimum Setback
Primary street frontage for 1 and 2 storey buildings 6m for residential buildings and 4.5m for verandahs, balconies and structures without external walls or3m for shade sails, to a maximum height of 2.5m at the minimum setback. Clause 2.3 describes the circumstances when the setback requirements of clause 7.2 apply to specific use zones. Setbacks relate to lot boundaries and not unit title boundaries. A structure without external walls includes a carport, pergola, portico and shade sail.
Secondary street frontage for 1 and 2 storey buildings 2.5m for residential buildings and1.5m for verandahs, balconies and structures without external walls or0.9m for shade sails, to a maximum height of 2.5m at the minimum setback
Side and rear lot boundaries for 1 and 2 storey buildings 1.5m, including ancillary structures or1m, provided that the subject wall:
Only includes openings that are either glazed in an opaque material and cannot be opened, or have a sill height of 1.6m or greater;
Does not extend beyond a maximum height of 3.5m; and
Does not extend beyond a maximum length of 9m.and0.9m for shade sails, to a maximum height of 2.5m at the minimum setback.
Table B to Clause 7.2 Minimum Building Setbacks for Residential Buildings over two storeys in height and associated structures in Zone TCJ
Lot Boundary Minimum Setback
Primary street frontage for 1 and 2 storey buildings 7.5m for residential buildings including verandahs, balconies and ancillary structures with external walls and 4.5m for structures without external walls Clause 2.3 describes the circumstances when the setback requirements of clause 7.2 apply to specific use zones. Setbacks relate to lot boundaries and not unit title boundaries. A structure without external walls includes a carport, pergola, portico and shade sail.
Secondary street frontage for 1 and 2 storey buildings 2.5m for residential buildings including verandahs, balconies and ancillary structures with external walls and1.5m for ancillary structures without external walls
Side and rear lot boundaries for 3 storey buildings 1.5m for:
Non-habitable rooms;
Habitable rooms without windows and/ or doors facing the subject boundary;
Verandahs and/ or balconies where the side of the verandah or balcony is fully screened to the subject boundary;
Residential buildings that share a boundary with land in Zone PSJ (Public Open Space); and
Ancillary structures, whether with or without external walls, including shade sails.3m for:
Habitable rooms with windows and/ or doors facing the subject boundary; and
Verandahs and/ or balconies facing the subject boundary.
7.2.2 Additional Setback Requirements for Residential Buildings longer than 18m
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential buildings respond to the potential adverse effects of building massing and visual bulk when viewed from adjoining land and theFor residential buildings other than single dwellings, that are longer than 18m, there are setback requirements additional to those outlined in the tables to Clause 7.2 as follows:<br>For each additional 3m or part thereof in building length over 18m, an additional building setback to the affected boundary of 0.5m.<br>3. The length of the building excludes verandahs, balconies, carports and porticos that are integrated in to the residential building design and are fully open to affected boundaries.<br>4. No part of a residential building is required to exceed a building setback of 10.5m from any boundary.<br>5. The consent authority may consent to a development that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 if it is satisfied that the design of the development adequately mitigates the adverse effects of building massing and visual bulk that may arise from non-conformity with sub-clause 2. | Setbacks relate to lot boundaries and not unit title boundaries.<br> <br> <br> <br> |
7.2.3 Distance Between Residential Buildings on One Site
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential buildings are located:<br>(a) So they are compatible with the streetscape and surrounding development including residential buildings on the same site;<br>(b) To minimise any adverse effects of building massing when viewed from adjoining residential buildings, associated private open space and the street; and<br>(c) To avoid undue overlooking of adjoining residential buildings and associated private open space.<br>2. Where more than one building comprising one or two storey residential buildings is located on a site the distance between buildings is to be calculated in accordance with Table A to Clause 7.2 as if there was a boundary between the buildings;<br>3. Where more than one building comprising residential buildings that exceeds two storeys in height is located on a site the distance between buildings is to be a minimum of:<br>(a) 3m for walls to non-habitable rooms and habitable rooms without windows or doors; and<br>(b) 4.5m for walls with windows or doors to habitable rooms or to a verandah or balcony. | <br> <br> <br> <br> |
7.2.4 Reduced Setbacks for Single Dwellings on Lots less than 600m2 but not less than 300m2
| | The purpose of this clause is to allow single dwellings on lots less than 600m2 but not less than 300m2 to maximise design opportunities without unduly impacting on adjacent development.Despite the Table to Clause 7.2, a single dwelling subject to this clause may, in accordance with the table to this clause, have a zero building setback to a side boundary, providing:<br>(a) That boundary is internal to the subdivision that created the lot; and<br>(b) That lot was created after the inclusion of this clause to the Town Plan.<br>3. Any part of a dwelling utilising a zero building setback shall have its external wall erected to the boundary with no gap.<br>4. Despite the Table to Clause 7.2, a single dwelling on a lot subject to this clause may, in accordance with the table to this clause, have a reduced front setback to habitable rooms only, providing:<br>(a) The area of the reduction is to allow an equal increase to the minimum provision of compliant private open space in accordance with clause 7.3;<br>(b) That any non-habitable structure, such as a garage or carport, shall have a front setback no less than 6m; and<br>(c) A landscaped area using approved plant species is included along the front boundary that will provide visual amenity to the public road. | Clause 6.3.4 refers to on-site parking and vehicular access for lots less than 600m2 in some circumstances.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development |
Table to Clause 7.2.3
Lot Size Building Setbacks
300m2 to less than 450m2 A zero building setback is permitted to no more than one side boundary of the lot.The front building setback may be reduced to no less than 3m subject to the provisions of sub-clause 4. Clause 6.3.4 refers to on-site parking and vehicular access for lots less than 600m2
450m2 to less than 600m2 A zero building setback is permitted to one side boundary of the lot where a 3m setback is provided to the other side boundary.The front building setback may be reduced to no less than 3m subject to the provisions of sub-clause 4.
7.2.5 Reduced Setbacks for Single Dwellings on lots of 600m2 or Greater
| | The purpose of this clause is to allow single dwellings on lots of 600m2 or greater in a residential zone to respond to site constraints and to provide an articulated built form when viewed from the street.Despite Table A to Clause 7.2, a single dwelling subject to this clause may have habitable rooms with a primary street setback reduced to no less than 4.5m providing:<br>(a) The area of reduced setback is offset by an equal area with an increased setback;<br>(b) The setback increase is equal in dimension to the setback reduction; and<br>(c) The area of increased setback is at least 3m from the nearest side or secondary street boundary. | |
7.3 Private Open Space
| | The purpose of this clause is to extend the function of a dwelling and enhance the residential environment by ensuring that each dwelling has private open space that is:<br>(a) of an adequate size to provide for domestic purposes;<br>(b) appropriately sited, permeable and open to the sky; and<br>(c) inclusive of areas of deep soil for shade street planting.<br>2. Private open space areas should:<br>(a) satisfy the minimum area, dimensions and open to the sky requirements contained in the table to this clause;<br>(b) be directly accessible from the dwelling and enable an extension of the function of the dwelling;<br>(c) be permeable and open to the sky.<br>3. Private open space on lots that are 600m2 should:<br>(a) be sufficiently permeable to allow stormwater infiltration and lessen stormwater runoff from the site;<br>(b) include at least one area of approximately 5m2 for the deep soil planting of shade trees comprising approved plant species; and<br>(c) allow for landscaping using approved plant species at the property frontage to complement the visual amenity of the streetscape.<br>4. Where the private open space is at ground level and other than for a single dwelling, or a single dwelling and associated independent unit, it should be:<br>(a) screen fenced to a height of at least 1.8m, providing a visual barrier to adjoining residences and public areas; or<br> <br>(b) fenced to a height of at least 1.8m and planted with dense vegetation comprising approved plant species which will provide a visual barrier within two years of planting.<br>5. The location of private open space should take in to account views from the site, the natural features of the site and the location of any private open space or habitable room associated with neighbouring dwellings.<br>6. If a dwelling within a multiple dwelling development has no direct access at ground level to private open space, compliance with sub-clauses 2(c) and 3 is not required providing the multiple dwelling development incorporates communal open space.<br>7. The consent authority may approve an application for a multiple dwelling development comprising serviced apartments in Zone TCJ that is not in accordance with sub-clauses 2 and 3 only if it is satisfied that the communal open space and communal facilities will adequately meet the activity needs of residents. | Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 7.4 refers to communal open space. |
Table to Clause 7.3 Minimum Areas of Private Open Space
Type of Dwelling Private Open Space Areas (exclusive of driveways and parking areas)
Single dwellings on a lot of less than 600m2 50m2 (exclusive of driveways and parking areas) but inclusive of an area with minimum dimensions of 6m x 6m
independent unit For the single dwelling 50m2 (exclusive of driveways and parking areas) but inclusive of an area with minimum dimensions of 6m x 6m;And For the independent unit 45m2 (exclusive of driveways and parking areas) but inclusive of an area with minimum dimensions of 5m x 5m;
multiple dwellings (for each dwelling with direct ground level access) 45m2 (exclusive of driveways and car parking areas) but inclusive of an area with minimum dimensions of 5m x 5m
multiple dwellings (for each dwelling without direct ground level access) 12m2 inclusive of an area with minimum dimensions of 2.8m x 4m
7.4 Communal Open Space
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that suitable areas for communal open space are provided for hostels, multiple dwellings and supporting accommodation.This clause does not apply to multiple dwelling developments in which each dwelling has direct and independent access to private open space at ground level.A minimum of 15% of the site, being not less than 6m wide at any point, is to be communal open space.The design of the communal open space should consider:<br>(a) the overall dwelling density proposed for the site;<br>(b) the proximity and quality of alternative private or public open space;<br>(c) the need to clearly distinguish communal open space from private and public open space and the need to maintain the reasonable privacy of nearby dwellings;<br>(d) the type of activities provided for;<br>(e) the projected needs of children for outdoor play;<br>(f) the provision of landscaping using approved plant species and shade;<br>(g) safety issues including lighting and informal surveillance;<br>(h) on-site traffic circulation; and<br>(i) future maintenance and management requirements.<br>5. The consent authority may approve an application for a multiple dwelling development comprising serviced apartments in Zone TCJ that is not in accordance with sub-clause 3 only if it is satisfied that the private open space associated with each dwelling provides appropriate opportunities for outdoor activities. | Clause 7.5 refers to landscaping for multiple dwellings, hostels and supporting accommodation.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> |
7.5 Landscaping for Multiple Dwellings, Hostels and Supporting Accommodation
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that landscaping for hostels, multiple dwellings, and supporting accommodation complements and enhances the streetscape, is attractive and pleasant and contributes to a safe environment.Other than in Zones CJ and TCJ, not less than 30% (which may include communal open space) of a site that is used for hostels, multiple dwellings and supporting accommodation is to be landscaped using approved plant species. | Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 7.4 refers to communal open space.<br> |
7.6 Building Design for Multiple Dwellings, Hostels and Supporting Accommodation
| | The purpose of this clause is to promote site-responsive designs for hostels, multiple dwellings and supporting accommodation which are pleasant for the occupants and do not unreasonably affect the use and enjoyment of adjacent land.Building design should:<br>(a) locate development on the site for correct solar orientation;<br>(b) minimise expanses of walls by varying building heights, building setbacks and façades;<br>(c) locate air conditioners where they are accessible for servicing;<br>(d) conceal service ducts, pipes, air conditioners, air conditioning plants etc.;<br>(e) avoid overlooking of private open spaces and habitable rooms of adjacent residences on the same and adjacent sites;<br>(f) locate bedrooms and private open spaces away from noise sources;<br>(g) control its own noise sources and minimise the transmission of noise between dwellings;<br>(h) where close to high noise sources (such as busy roads and airport flight paths), be of appropriate acoustic design and construction;<br>(i) balance the achievement of visual and acoustic privacy with passive climate control features;<br>(j) allow breeze penetration and circulation;<br>(k) minimise use of reflective surfaces; and<br>(l) provide internal drainage of balconies and coving on the edge of balconies. | |
7.7 Residential Development in Zone CJ
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure residential development on a site in Zone CJ does not prejudice the use or development of the site for commercial or retail activity in accordance with the purpose of the zone.A site in Zone CJ is only to be used or developed for a residential building where the development includes, on the ground floor, occupancies for commercial activity of a floor area that is consistent with the service function of the site.The consent authority must not consent to development that is not in accordance with this clause. | |
7.8 Associated Residential Uses
7.8.1 Home Based Visitor Accommodation
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that home based visitor accommodation does not detract from the amenity of the locality and primary purpose of the zone in which the use is established. Home based visitor accommodation:<br>(a) Is provided on the premises of a dwelling;<br>(b) May not operate if the dwelling is a multiple dwelling;<br>(c) May only operate on a lot with an area of at least 600m2;<br>(d) May not accommodate more than six guests at a time on the premises;<br>(e) May only occur if the person or persons operating the use reside on the premises;<br>(f) May only display a business sign that is not more than 0.5m2 in area;<br>(g) Must provide all car parking spaces on-site; and<br>(h) Must provide one car parking space for every guest room and two car parking spaces for the residents of the dwelling.<br>3. Despite anything to the contrary in this Town Plan, a car parking area provided for home based visitor accommodation should be designed to:<br>(a) Be of a suitable gradient for safe and convenient parking;<br>(b) Be sealed and well drained; and<br>(c) Be functional in design to allow for safe traffic movement and may include tandem parking where one car parks behind another.<br>4. The consent authority may approve an application for home based visitor accommodation that accommodates more than six guests only if it is satisfied the use is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the use on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property and where the combined total number of residents and guests is no more than twelve.<br>5. The consent authority may approve an application for home based visitor accommodation that is not in accordance with sub-clauses 3(e), 3(f), 3(g), 3(h) and 4, only if it is satisfied the proposed home based visitor accommodation is appropriate to the site having regard to the amenity and character of the street and the potential impact of the use on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>NT building legislation may require compliance under the Building Code of Australia for the types of suitable buildings for home based visitor accommodation.<br> <br> <br> <br> |
7.8.2 Caravans
| | The purpose of this clause is to restrict the use of caravans on land other than land zoned TCJ or FDJ.Other than in Zones TCJ or FDJ land may be used to provide accommodation in a caravan where the caravan is the only caravan used as a residence on the site and is used:<br>(a) as a temporary residence by the owner of the site;<br>(b) by a dependent of a person occupying a single dwelling on the site;<br>(c) temporarily by a bona fide visitor; or<br>(d) by a bona fide caretaker of the land.<br>3. In this clause, “caravan” includes a tent.<br>4. The consent authority may approve an application for a caravan that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed caravan is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the caravan on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | |
7.8.3 Caretaker’s Residence
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that:<br>(a) a caretaker’s residence is not the primary use of the land; and<br>(b) the caretaker’s residential use does not prejudice the use of the site or adjoining land in accordance with its zoning.<br>2. A building or part of a building may be used, constructed or modified for use as a caretaker’s residence where:<br>(a) the floor area of the caretaker’s residence does not or will not exceed 50m2; and<br>(b) there is or will be only one caretaker’s residence on the site.<br>3. The consent authority may approve an application for a caretaker’s residence that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed caretaker’s residence is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the caretaker’s residence on adjoining and nearby property. | |
7.8.4 Independent Units
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure than an independent unit does not detrimentally impact on the amenity of adjoining and nearby property and remains ancillary to the single dwelling on a site.An independent unit may be developed on a site provided:<br>(a) There will be no more than two dwellings on the site;<br>(b) The maximum floor area of the independent unit does not exceed 50m2;<br>(c) There is only one vehicle access point to the road, unless the relevant authority has approved a second access;<br>(d) Both dwellings will be connected to reticulated sewerage;<br>(e) Both dwellings will be connected to a reticulated water supply; and<br>(f) Both dwellings will be serviced by a single connection to a reticulated power supply.<br>3. The consent authority must not consent to an independent unit that is not in accordance with sub-clauses 2(a), 2(d), 2(e) and 2(f).<br>4. The consent authority may approve an application for an independent unit that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2(b) only if it is satisfied the proposed independent unit is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the independent unit on the amenity of adjoining and nearby properties. | |
7.8.5 Group Homes
| <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> | The purpose of this clause is to ensure group homes are appropriately located and the number of occupants is unlikely to cause detriment to the residential amenity of the locality.A group home may be established where:<br>(a) the dwelling is suitable for the use;<br>(b) no greater demand or load is imposed on the services provided by a public utility organisation than that which is ordinarily required in the locality; and<br>(c) there are no more than 12 persons resident in the group home.<br>3. The consent authority may approve an application for a group home that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed group home is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the group home on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | |
7.8.6 Home Occupation
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that home occupations are established and operated in a manner that does not detract from the residential amenity of the locality.A dwelling may be used for the purpose of a home occupation where:<br>(a) the occupation or profession is carried out only by persons residing in the dwelling;<br>(b) the total of the floor area of the dwelling plus the other areas of the site that are used for the home occupation (including areas used temporarily) does not exceed 30m2;<br>(c) no greater demand or load is imposed on the services provided by a public utility organisation than that which is ordinarily required in the locality;<br>(d) no sign is displayed, other than a business sign that is not more than 0.5m2 in area;<br>(e) no goods or equipment are visible from outside the site; and<br>(f) not more than one vehicle kept on the site is used for the purpose of the home occupation.<br>3. The consent authority may approve an application for a home occupation that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed home occupation is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the home occupation on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | |
7.8.7 Home Based Contracting
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that home based contracting is established and operated in a manner that does not detract from the amenity of the locality.A site of a dwelling may be used for the purpose of home based contracting:<br>(a) in Zone FDJ where:<br>the total area of the site that is used for the home based contracting (including areas used temporarily) does not exceed 200m2;no greater demand or load is imposed on the services provided by a public utility organisation than that which is ordinarily required in the locality;no sign is displayed, other than a business sign that is not more than 0.5m2 in area;no goods or equipment are visible from outside the site; andnot more than three vehicles kept on the site are used for the purpose of the home based contracting; or<br>(b) in any other zone:<br>the total area of the site that is used for the home based contracting (including areas used temporarily) does not exceed 30m2;no greater demand or load is imposed on the services provided by a public utility organisation than that which is ordinarily required in the locality;no sign is displayed, other than a business sign that is not more than 0.5m2 in area;no goods or equipment are visible from outside the site; andnot more than one vehicle kept on the site is used for the purpose of the home based contracting.<br>3. The consent authority may approve an application for a home based contracting that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed home based contracting is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the home based contracting on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | |
7.8.8 Medical Consulting Rooms
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that medical consulting rooms are established and operated in a manner that does not detract from the amenity of the locality.Medical consulting rooms may be established and operated where:<br>(a) the service is carried out only by persons residing in the dwelling and not more than one person who does not reside in the dwelling;<br>(b) the total area used for the medical consulting rooms (including areas used temporarily) does not exceed 30m2;<br>(c) no greater demand or load is imposed on the services provided by a public utility organisation than that which is ordinarily required in the locality; and<br>(d) no sign is displayed, other than a business sign that is not more than 0.5m2 in area.<br>3. The consent authority may approve an application for medical consulting rooms that is not in accordance with sub-clause 2 only if it is satisfied the proposed medical consulting rooms is appropriate to the site having regard to the potential impact of the medical consulting rooms on the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby property. | |
8.0 Commercial Use and Development Performance Criteria
8.1 Commercial Uses
8.1.1 Shops in Zones IJ and ORJ
| | The purpose of this clause is to facilitate retailing of a nature and intensity servicing only the needs of the zones in which the shop is located.In Zones IJ and ORJ, the net floor area of a shop is not to exceed 200m2. | |
8.1.2 Interchangeable Use Rights in Zone CJ
| | The purpose of this clause is to permit the change between the nominated uses of premises within Zone CJ without consent.Where land is zoned CJ, premises that are lawfully used for the purposes of a restaurant or shop, may shift between any of these uses:<br>(a) leisure and recreation;<br>(b) licensed club;<br>(c) an office;<br>(d) restaurant; or<br>(e) shop<br>without further consent provided that the parking requirement under Clause 6.3 does not increase, or sufficient additional on-site car parking is provided in accordance with Clause 6.3.1 and Clause 6.3.3 to meet any increased requirement. | |
8.1.3 Fuel and Vehicle Repair Related Use and Development
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that fuel and vehicle repair related use and development does not unreasonably affect the use and enjoyment of adjacent land, or the environment, because of appearance, the emission of fumes or noise, or the leakage of hazardous substances.<br>This clause applies to the use and development of land for:<br>(a) fuel depot;<br>(b) motor repair station;<br>(c) motor body works;<br>(d) service station;<br>(e) transport terminal; and<br>(f) vehicle sales and hire.<br>3. The use or development of land subject to this clause must demonstrate the suitability of the site for the proposed future use, including:<br>(a) identification of potential impacts on watercourses and riparian areas;<br> <br>(b) an assessment of the degree of groundwater vulnerability to contamination by hazardous substances, including the soil permeability, groundwater level and direction of ground and surface water flow at the site;<br>(c) appropriate management of hazardous substances; and<br>(d) that the use or development will not cause contamination or any other detrimental impact upon human health or the environmental values of Kakadu National Park.<br>4. A site may be developed for a service station or fuel depot only where:<br>(a) fuel bowsers and any motor repair station associated with the service station or fuel depot, are located at least 20m from any residential or commercial development and visually screened from that development;<br>(b) fuel bowsers are not closer than 3m to the edge of a road reserve;<br>(c) the design of the site is such that:<br>vehicular access and egress does not create a traffic hazard on adjacent roads;vehicular crossings of the footpath are not more than 9m wide, nor closer than 6m to another vehicular crossing and not closer than 15m to a road intersection; andinlets to bulk fuel storage tanks are situated so that tankers discharging fuel stand wholly within the site. | The environmental and cultural values of Kakadu National Park are specified in, and protected under, the Commonwealth environmental law.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>NT building legislation may require compliance with specific Australian Standards for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids, LP Gas, gasses and cylinders, and response guidelines and procedures, for the use and development of service station, fuel depot, motor repair station, motor body works, transport terminal and/or vehicle sales and hire |
8.1.4 Child Care Centres
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that child care centres are appropriately and conveniently located, appropriately designed and do not detract from the amenity of the area.A child care centre should:<br>(a) be capable of accommodating:<br>7m2 of outdoor play space for each child and 3.25m2 of indoor play space for each child;associated vehicle access, parking and manoeuvring; andlandscaping using approved plant species and any necessary screening;<br>(b) be located:<br>adjacent to or within other community facilities such as shopping centres, schools and health services;at or near the entrance to a residential suburb; orin or near employment areas; and<br>(c) have vehicular access from a road other than from an arterial road.<br>3. If a child care centre is located adjacent to residential land:<br>(a) the development is to be set back and screened in accordance with the requirements of Clause 8.3; and<br>(b) the design of the centre is to take account of the noise impact on an adjacent dwelling by either locating outdoor play space away from the common boundary or by including appropriate screening. | The Education and Care Services (National Uniform Legislation) Act 2011 (NT) regulates the operation of child care centres.<br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development.<br> |
8.1.5 Animal Related Use and Development
| | The purpose of this clause is to minimise the adverse effect of animal related activities on the environment and to ensure that those activities do not detract from the amenity of the locality. Premises for the keeping of animals for the purposes of animal boarding and veterinary clinic should be designed and operated so as not to cause or allow any of the following:<br>(a) the creation of a risk of contamination of ground and surface waters;<br>(b) contribution to the erosion of the site or other land;<br>(c) detriment to the amenity of the locality by reason of excessive noise, offensive odours, excessive dust or the attraction of flies, vermin or otherwise;<br>(d) the creation of a risk of the spread of infectious disease or other health risk; or<br>(e) interference with, or disturbance of, wildlife within Kakadu National Park, including by animals that may have escaped from the site.<br>3. All use or development on a site involving animals must be consistent with the requirements of the Commonwealth environmental law. | The environmental and cultural values of Kakadu National Park are specified in, and protected under, the Commonwealth environmental law.<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>The Commonwealth environmental law regulates the number and species of animals within the Town of Jabiru. |
8.2 Commercial and other Development in Zones CJ, SCJ, TCJ, ORJ, CPJ, and FDJ
The purpose of this clause is to promote site-responsive designs of commercial, civic, community, recreational, tourist and mixed-use developments which are attractive and pleasant and contribute to a safe environment.
The design of buildings subject to this clause should:(a) preserve vistas along streets to buildings and places of architectural, landscape or cultural significance;(b) be sympathetic to the character of buildings in the immediate vicinity;(c) minimise expanses of blank walls;(d) add variety and interest at street level and allow passive surveillance of public spaces;(e) maximise energy efficiency through passive climate control measures;(f) control on-site noise sources and minimise noise intrusion;(g) conceal service ducts, pipes, air conditioners, air conditioning plants etc.;(h) minimise use of reflective surfaces;(i) provide safe and convenient movement of vehicles and pedestrians to and from the site; (j) provide convenient pedestrian links (incorporating access for the disabled) to other buildings and public spaces;(k) provide protection for pedestrians from sun and rain;(l) provide for loading and unloading of delivery vehicles and for refuse collection;(m) provide landscaping using approved plant species to reduce the visual impact and provide shade and screening of open expanses of pavement and car parking;(n) provide facilities, including public toilets, child minding facilities, parenting rooms and the like where the size of the development warrants such facilities; and(o) provide bicycle access, storage facilities and shower facilities.3. A development application must, in addition to the matters described in sub-clause 2, demonstrate consideration of, and the consent authority is to have regard to, the Community Safety Design Guide published as at the date this Town Plan comes into force. . See clause 2.5
8.3 Setbacks for Commercial Uses Adjacent to Land in Zone RJ
| | The purpose of this clause is to protect the visual and acoustic amenity of residential buildings where they are adjacent to non-residential uses.A use or development or proposed use or development that is:<br>(a) not a residential building;<br>(b) on land that is in a zone other than Zone RJ; and<br>(c) abuts land in Zone RJ;<br>must provide a setback to the boundary that abuts any of those zones of not less than 5m.<br>3. The setback described in sub-clause 2 is to be landscaped using approved plant species to provide a visual screen to the adjacent land Zoned RJ for a minimum depth of 3m.<br>4. The development should provide a solid screen fence of a minimum height of 1.8m at the boundary with land in Zone RJ.<br>5. The consent authority must not consent to a development that is not in accordance with sub-clause 3, except where the development is for the purpose of a child care centre. | The setbacks of residential buildings are described in clause 7.2<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development |
9.0 Industrial Use and Development Performance Criteria
9.1 Industrial Use
9.1.1 Industrial Setbacks
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that buildings are sited to provide an adequate level of visual amenity in industrial zones.Buildings in Zone IJ are to be sited in accordance with the table to this clause.All street frontages, except access driveways or footpaths, are to be landscaped to a minimum depth of 3m.The quality and extent of landscaping is to be maintained for the life of the development and use only approved plant species. | <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Clause 6.7 refers to landscaping and plant related use and development. |
Table to Clause 9.1.1
Location/ Boundary Minimum Building Setback
Minimum setback to streets 3m
Minimum setback to at least one side boundary and to the rear boundary 5m
9.1.2 Biosecurity and Contamination Risks of Industrial Use and Development
| | The purpose of this clause is to ensure that general industry, light industry and rural industry use and development do not cause contamination, create a biosecurity threat, or contribute to any other detrimental impact on the environment.The use or development of land for general industry, light industry or rural industry must demonstrate the suitability of the site for the proposed future use, including:<br>(a) identification of potential impacts on watercourses and riparian areas;<br>(b) an assessment of the degree of groundwater vulnerability to contamination by hazardous substances, including the soil permeability, groundwater level and direction of ground and surface water flow at the site;<br>(c) appropriate management of hazardous substances, machinery and plant material; and<br>(d) that the use or development will not cause contamination or any other detrimental impact upon human health or the environmental values of Kakadu National Park. | The environmental and cultural values of Kakadu National Park are specified in, and protected under, the Commonwealth environmental law.<br> <br> <br>NT building legislation may require compliance with specific Australian Standards for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids, LP Gas, gasses and cylinders, and response guidelines and procedures, for the use and development of general industry, light industry and/or rural industry<br> <br>The Commonwealth environmental law restricts the taking of plants and firewood into, and cultivation of plants within, Kakadu National Park.<br> <br>An authorisation may be required under the Commonwealth environmental law for the bringing of rock, soil, sand, mulch, potting-mix or similar material into Kakadu National Park.<br> |