Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) report: NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT NAME:

PROJECT ADDRESS:

PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER:

APPLICANT: DATE:

PROJECT TYPE: (e.g. Xm2 warehouse on Xm2 site with Xm2 office attached)

TheSustainable design initiatives incorporated into this project include:

NOTE: The blue text is intended as a guide only and should be deleted prior to submission

We recommend you undertake a BESS assessment and attach it as an appendix to this SDA report, along with FirstRate5 and STORM / InSite stormwater reports.

BESS (Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard)

The Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) assesses energy and water efficiency, thermal comfort, and overall environmental sustainability performance of your new building or alteration. To facilitate the completion of this statement we encourage the use of the BESS assessment tool (). The BESS tool is used by Maribyrnong City Council andhas been developed to replace STEPS and SDS in collaboration with several other municipalities.

DESIGN PRINCIPLES

State any general design principles that are applicable to the environmental performance of the development here. (Passive solar orientation, cross ventilation etc…).

DESIGN LIFE

The intended design life of this proposal is ## years.This refers to the length of time the proposed development is intended to remain without any significant changes. It places all other decisions in context by determining how, over time, they will contribute to the building and illustrates their associated impact or benefits to the wider environment. Unlike all other items within this statement this is not an enforceable target.

ENERGY

Summarise the approach taken to energy efficiency. Issues to consider:

  • Location and size of solar panels and solar hot water collectors(to be reflected on plans) The Maribyrnong planning scheme requires that buildings provide emerging alternative energy sources in new developments and redevelopments.
  • Energy rating of the building envelope in excess of legal requirement (NABERS, BCA Section J compliance, etc…)
  • Heating system type and energy-efficiency/performance level (e.g. 5 star electric reverse cycle heat pump air conditioner)
  • Cooling system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (e.g. 5 star electric reverse cycle heat pump air conditioner, fans or none)
  • Hot water system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (5 star gas, electric heat pump or solar)
  • Lighting (Describe lighting controls, motion and daylight sensors. Specify lighting type: T5 fluorescent, compact fluorescent or LED is suggested with appropriate controls and sensors. Please note that halogen globes, HID highbay lights and low voltage halogen downlights are discouraged due to their high energy use.)
  • Location and size of shading devices and performance glazing(must be reflected on plans)

WATER

Summarise the approach taken to reducing potable (drinkable) water use. Issues to consider:

  • Water-efficiency rating of new showerheads (e.g. 3stars WELS (> 6.0 but <= 7.5L/s))
  • Water-efficiency rating of new taps and basins (e.g. 4 stars WELS)
  • Water efficiency rating of new toilet cisterns (e.g. 4 stars WELS)
  • Size and general location of rainwater tank(s) (reflected on plans)

This should also include the area of roof to be collected from and tank connections to toilets, washdown irrigation and other uses

  • Size and general location of greywater treatment/storage systems (reflected on plans)

This should also include greywater sources and whether the system is connected to toilets or garden or both

  • Water efficient garden (reflected on plans as required)

STORMWATER

Summarise the approach taken to improve stormwater quality and to reduce peak and total stormwater run-off. Issues to consider:

  • Treatment options used: (please delete those below that are not utilised)
  • Describe treatment on site prior to release (e.g. raingardens, bio-retention, or infiltration systems)
  • Any connections to local or residential subdivision Integrated Water Management systems (as per clause 56.07 of the planning scheme Standard C25)
  • Diversion from stormwater system (e.g. rainwater tank used to flush toilets)
  • Treating stormwater quality to Melbourne Water’s best practice standards (a report from STORM or InSite Water is required)
  • Reducing stormwater flow to stormwater system (e.g. rainwater tanks, infiltration pits, permeable paving and on-site detention)

Note: The location, size and type of treatment systems MUST be reflected on site plans AND stormwater drainage plans AND the landscape plans. Council will cross-check this when your application is reviewed.

MATERIALS

Summarise the approach to sustainable material selection, including the minimisation of environmental impacts though the retention of existing materials and/or the selection of new materials that are environmentally benign/friendly. Issues to consider:

  • Material types(Materials should be selected both in terms of their environmental performance (recycled content, concrete extenders, etc.) and how they relate to the intended design life.)
  • Material sources(All material sources should be appropriately justified. For instance, the use of rainforest timbers should be avoided and where possible timber should be FSC accredited.)
  • Reusability and recyclability of materials (Where known, the end-use application for the chosen materials (what is done with them after the building’s lifespan is over) should be indicated. There should be a distinction between material re-use and recycling, and it should relate to the intended design life of the project.)

Note: Materials should be indicated on drawings

INDOOR ENVIRONMENT QUALITY (IEQ)

Summarise the approach towardsIndoor Environment Quality (IEQ) beyond that mentioned n the materials section. Issues to consider:

  • Access to fresh air
  • Thermal comfort

Double glazed windows, orienting living areas to the north and passive solar shading

  • Access to natural light
  • Reduction of exposure to Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

TRANSPORT

Summarise the approach to achieving a more sustainable transport mix. Issues to consider:

  • Allocated bicycle parking spaces (Applicants are encouraged to exceed the minimum requirement. Bicycle Parking must be secure complying with Australian Standard 2890.3)
  • Provisions for trip change facilities (showers, lockers, etc)
  • Other sustainable transport initiatives(Applicants are encouraged to reduce their development’s car dependence and, where feasible, seek a dispensation in car parking requirements. The approval of any dispensation is not automatic and remains under the auspices of the responsible authority.)

WASTE

Summarise the approach taken to waste management. Issues to consider:

  • Allocated space for general rubbish, recycling and organic compost

BIODIVERSITY

  • Does the development incorporate a green roof, wall or facade?
  • Locally indigenous and wildlife friendly planting.

Where possible the applicant should make use of locally indigenous plants in their landscaping to improve the site’s impact on local biodiversity. Where this is done it should be indicated in this statement.

INNOVATION

Applicants are encouraged to consider the inclusion of innovative sustainable design solutions. For these solutions, mark them on the plans and include supporting documentation.

Note: The Competition and Consumer act 2010 contains provisions relating to misleading or deceptive conduct and false or misleading representations. The Act ensures that the public, and that the Council, are provided with accurate information in order to make informed decisions. Organisations which make environmental or ‘green’ claims should ensure that their claims are scientifically sound and appropriately substantiated as serious penalties can apply for activities that are in breach of the Act.

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