Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) Report: RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) Report: RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) report: RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT NAME:

PROJECT ADDRESS:

PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER:

APPLICANT: DATE:

PROJECT TYPE: (e.g. X dwelling apartments on Xm2 site with Xm2 basement carpark 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 stormwaterreports.

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 their associated impact or benefits to the wider environment.

ENERGY

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

  • Location and size of solar PV panels or solar hot water collectors (should be reflected on plans) Maribyrnong planning scheme requires that buildings adopt new and emerging energy sources in new developments.
  • Energy rating of building envelope in excess of legal requirement
    Achieve a minimum score of 6 Stars with the FirstRate house energy rating software (or an equivalent accredited rating software) we encourage applicants to get their FirstRate report done early to allow optimisation of window sizing and building orientation.
  • Heating system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (e.g. >4 star gas, or electric reverse cycle heat pump air conditioner)
  • Cooling system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (>4 star electric reverse cycle heat pump air conditioner, fansor none)
  • Hot water system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (>4 star gas, electric heat pump or solar)
  • Location and size of external shading (eaves, blinds, etc...) (must be reflected on plans)
  • Location of fixed clothes drying lines/ racks (must be reflected on plans)
  • Lighting type(s) being installed
    (Compact fluorescent or LED lights with appropriate controls and sensors are encouraged, while incandescent globes and low voltage halogen lightsno longer comply with the building code)

WATER

Summarise the approach taken to reducing potable (drinkable) water use. New developments are expected to incorporate water capture or re-use technology. Issues to consider:

  • Water-efficiency rating of new showerheads (3 stars <7.5 L/minute)

Shower water-efficiency ratings should beexpressed using with the appropriate WELS star rating and the flowrate.

  • Water-efficiency rating of new taps and basins (4 stars)
  • Water efficiency rating of new toilet cisterns (>4 stars)
  • Size and general location of rainwater tank(s) (reflected on plans)
    This should also include the area of roof to be collected from and that the tank is connected to toilets, laundryand garden irrigation.
  • Size and general location of greywater treatment or other systems (reflected on plans)
    This should also include greywater sources and whether the system is connected to toilets or garden or both. Note: Secondary Septic Tank Permit approval is typically required for such systems. This is a separate Councils approvals process normally undertaken by the water treatment system supplier.
  • 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 subdivisionIntegrated 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 pavingand on-site detention)

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

IEQ (Indoor Environment Quality) and MATERIALS

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

  • Material types being used, and their sources
    Materials should be selected both in terms of their environmental performance (low VOC paint, concrete extenders, etc.) and how they related to the intended design life.
    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
  • Thermal Comfort

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

  • Other IEQ

Describe Best practice design for Indoor Environment Quality so that building occupants can enjoy a comfortable space with good air quality, adequate daylight and ventilation.

TRANSPORT

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

  • Number and location of bicycle parking spaces, including any appropriate weather protection and security initiatives.

Applicants are encouraged to exceed the minimum requirement and to apply best practices such as electric car and bicycle charging points.

WASTE

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

  • Allocated space(s) for general rubbish
  • Allocated space(s) for recycling
  • Allocated space(s) for compost/green waste

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 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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