16Development in Zone 17—Environmental Protection (Low Impact Rural)

16 Development in Zone 17—Environmental Protection (Low Impact Rural)

16 Development in Zone 17—Environmental Protection (Low Impact Rural)

(1) This clause applies to land in Zone 17—Environmental Protection (Low Impact Rural).

(2) Despite clause 11, the consent authority may consent to development on land to which this clause applies if—

(a) the development is for the purpose of a dwelling house on a lot of land, being a lot that was in existence on 15 December 2000, and, in a case where part of the lot is also zoned for residential purposes, the dwelling is proposed to be located on that part, or

(b) the development comprises the collection of native vegetation for plant propagation (including seed stock), floristry or the production of oils or fragrances, or

(c) in the opinion of the consent authority, the proposed development would not involve the clearing of land or alteration of any water course or otherwise have an adverse impact on the natural habitat, scenic quality or bushland character of land in the zone.