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From: Aster-Stater, Alek

To: EPD, Customer Services


Cc: TCCS_CW DRCDACOORD; Bell, Jeff
Subject: COMM-TCCS-201733142-20/16 O"MALLEY-01 [SEC=UNCLASSIFIED]
Date: Thursday, 10 May 2018 9:43:39 AM
Attachments: image003.png
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Dear App Sec,

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO: 201733142

Project Description:
PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE – Construction of a security office, new
security fence located along the perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola
and associated works.

BLOCK: 20 SECTION: 16 SUBURB: O’MALLEY

This DA has been assessed in regards to the following:

Traffic Driveways
On Street / Public Parking Facility LMPP/Street Trees
Public Transport Street Lighting
Waste Management Pedestrian Footpath
Stormwater Service / Access Easement
Demolition Estate Development Plan (EDP)
Further Information Amendments/Additions/Alterations X
Lease Variation Capital Works
X = Areas Assessed.

And TCCS’ position is:


That It Is Supported X
That It Is Supported Subject to Compliance With The Following Conditions
That Further Information Is Required
That It Is Not Supported

Standard Conditions
Following general conditions will apply as appropriate for Works on and Use of Territory Land in
addition to the above:

Use of Verges or other Unleased Territory land

In accordance with the Public Unleased Land Act 2013, road verges and other unleased Territory
land must not be used for carrying out of works, including storage of materials or waste, without
prior approval of the Territory. Such approval can be obtained from Licensing and Compliance,
City Services, Parks and Territory Services, TCCS.

Repair of Damage to Public Assets

The applicant/lessee is held responsible for all damages to ACT Government assets (including
footpaths) caused by the development and they must properly repair any damages to those
assets. Before work commences, they should notify TCCS of any existing damage to public
facilities.

Notice of Commencement of Construction

Notice of Commencement for the Works in Unleased Territory Land shall be submitted to the
Senior Manager, Development Review and Coordination, TCCS one week prior to the
commencement of works. The Notice shall also include the confirmation of any protective
measures installed in accordance with the approved LMPP and the programmed implementation
of TTM.

Additional Comments/Advice (as advice to EPSDD only, and not to be included in the Notice
of Decision)

1. Nil.

Regards,
Alek

Alek Aster-Stater | Senior Engineer - Development Review & Coordination


Phone: 02 6207 4554 |Email: alek.aster-stater@act.gov.au
Capital Works and Development Support | Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate | ACT Government
490 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson | GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
www.act.gov.au | www.tccs.act.gov.au | @tccs_act

Connected services for the people of Canberra

From: EPD, Customer Services


Sent: Thursday, 10 May 2018 8:16 AM
To: TCCS_CW DRCDA <TCCS.DA@act.gov.au>
Subject: REFERRAL-TCCS-201733142-20/16 O'MALLEY-01

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO: 201733142


BLOCK: 20    SECTION: 16 DIVISION: O’MALLEY

Description - PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE –


Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.

Pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2007 the
ACT Planning and Land Authority requests that you consider the
abovementioned development application and provide any written advice no
later than 15 working days after the date of this notice
(01/06/2018).
In accordance with Section 150 of the Planning and Development Act 2007 If
advice is not received within the prescribed time it will be taken that you have
supported the application.

Please forward any written advice via email to Customer Services


EPDcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Please use the following format in the subject line of the email when providing
advice:
COMM-Agency Name-20140XXXX-Block XX Section XX SuburbXXXXX-01
Example: COMM-TAMS-201401234-10/10 Dickson-01

Kind Regards

Katherine
Phone 6207 1923
EPDCustomerService@act.gov.au
www.act.gov.au/accesscbr
Access Canberra | ACT Government
16 Challis Street, Dickson| GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
cid:image004.png@01D3DE12.73C7D510

Access Canberra is an ACT Government service that brings together customer


and regulatory services, including the former Environment and Planning
Directorates Customer Services Team. Access Canberra has been set up to
make it easier for business, community organisations and individuals to work with
ACT Government and deliver a more seamless experience.
From: EPD, Customer Services
To: "devapp@actewagl.com.au"
Subject: REFERRAL-ACTEWAGL UTILITIES-201733142-20/16 O"MALLEY-EMAIL 1/2
Date: Thursday, 10 May 2018 8:18:00 AM

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO: 201733142


BLOCK: 20    SECTION: 16 DIVISION: O’MALLEY

Description - PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE –


Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.

Pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2007 the
ACT Planning and Land Authority requests that you consider the
abovementioned development application and provide any written advice no
later than 15 working days after the date of this notice (01/06/2018).

In accordance with Section 150 of the Planning and Development Act 2007 If
advice is not received within the prescribed time it will be taken that you have
supported the application.

Please forward any written advice via email to Customer Services


EPDcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Please use the following format in the subject line of the email when providing
advice:
COMM-Agency Name-20140XXXX-Block XX Section XX SuburbXXXXX-01
Example: COMM-TAMS-201401234-10/10 Dickson-01

Kind Regards

Katherine
Phone 6207 1923
EPDCustomerService@act.gov.au
www.act.gov.au/accesscbr
Access Canberra | ACT Government
16 Challis Street, Dickson| GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
cid:image004.png@01D3DE12.73C7D510

Access Canberra is an ACT Government service that brings together customer


and regulatory services, including the former Environment and Planning
Directorates Customer Services Team. Access Canberra has been set up to
make it easier for business, community organisations and individuals to work with
ACT Government and deliver a more seamless experience.
From: EPD, Customer Services
To: "devapp@actewagl.com.au"
Subject: REFERRAL-ACTEWAGL UTILITIES-201733142-20/16 O"MALLEY-EMAIL 2/2
Date: Thursday, 10 May 2018 8:18:00 AM
Attachments: SUPP-201733142-DETAIL-01.pdf
SUPP-201733142-PHOTO-01.jpg
SUPP-201733142-PHOTO-02.jpg
ELEV-201733142-01.pdf
ELEV-201733142-02.pdf
ELEV-201733142-03.pdf
ELEV-201733142-04.pdf
image001.png

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO: 201733142


BLOCK: 20    SECTION: 16 DIVISION: O’MALLEY

Description - PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE –


Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.

Pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2007 the
ACT Planning and Land Authority requests that you consider the
abovementioned development application and provide any written advice no
later than 15 working days after the date of this notice (01/06/2018).

In accordance with Section 150 of the Planning and Development Act 2007 If
advice is not received within the prescribed time it will be taken that you have
supported the application.

Please forward any written advice via email to Customer Services


EPDcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Please use the following format in the subject line of the email when providing
advice:
COMM-Agency Name-20140XXXX-Block XX Section XX SuburbXXXXX-01
Example: COMM-TAMS-201401234-10/10 Dickson-01

Kind Regards

Katherine
Phone 6207 1923
Access Canberra | ACT Government
16 Challis Street, Dickson | GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
cid:image004.png@01D3DE12.73C7D510

Access Canberra is an ACT Government service that brings together customer


and regulatory services, including the former Environment and Planning
Directorates Customer Services Team. Access Canberra has been set up to
make it easier for business, community organisations and individuals to work with
ACT Government and deliver a more seamless experience.
From: EPD, Customer Services
To: TCCS_CW DRCDA
Subject: REFERRAL-TCCS-201733142-20/16 O"MALLEY-01
Date: Thursday, 10 May 2018 8:15:00 AM
Attachments: plans.obr
supporting docs.obr
image001.png

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION NO: 201733142


BLOCK: 20    SECTION: 16 DIVISION: O’MALLEY

Description - PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE –


Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.

Pursuant to Section 148(1) of the Planning and Development Act 2007 the
ACT Planning and Land Authority requests that you consider the
abovementioned development application and provide any written advice no
later than 15 working days after the date of this notice (01/06/2018).

In accordance with Section 150 of the Planning and Development Act 2007 If
advice is not received within the prescribed time it will be taken that you have
supported the application.

Please forward any written advice via email to Customer Services


EPDcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Please use the following format in the subject line of the email when providing
advice:
COMM-Agency Name-20140XXXX-Block XX Section XX SuburbXXXXX-01
Example: COMM-TAMS-201401234-10/10 Dickson-01

Kind Regards

Katherine
Phone 6207 1923
EPDCustomerService@act.gov.au
www.act.gov.au/accesscbr
Access Canberra | ACT Government
16 Challis Street, Dickson| GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
cid:image004.png@01D3DE12.73C7D510

Access Canberra is an ACT Government service that brings together customer


and regulatory services, including the former Environment and Planning
Directorates Customer Services Team. Access Canberra has been set up to
make it easier for business, community organisations and individuals to work with
ACT Government and deliver a more seamless experience.
9 May 2018

NOTE: If you are not the owner of this property please


forward this letter to your landlord or managing agent
THE RESIDENT
2 TERRIGAL CRESCENT
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

Dear Resident
The following Single Dwelling Development Application in relation to 12 BULWARRA CLOSE
has been lodged with the Planning and Land Authority for consideration.

Single Dwelling Development Application 201733142:


PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE ¿
Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.
Location: Block: 20 Section: 16 Suburb: O'MALLEY
12 BULWARRA CLOSE

If you feel an application may impact on you in any way you may wish to submit a written
representation clearly stating the reasons for your submission.

The application is available for public inspections between 8.30am and 4.30pm weekdays at:

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate


Customer Service Centre
Dame Pattie Menzies House
Ground Floor (right hand building)
16 Challis Street, DICKSON ACT

Please bring this letter with you for reference.

The application can also be viewed at the following website


http://www.planning.act.gov.au/development_applications/singleres

Once you have entered this website you will be required to enter the development
application (DA) number to view the documents associated with this DA.

The public notification period will commence on 14 May 2018


Representations must be received by the Authority by close of business 25 May 2018.

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate


Customer Service Centre
16 Challis Street, Dickson
PO Box 365, Mitchell, ACT 2911 • Telephone: (02) 6207 1923 • Email: epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au
Website: www.planning.act.gov.au
Representations must be made within the specified public notification period to be
considered during the assessment of the application. Representations received outside the
notification period will not be considered.

Representations can be submitted in the following ways:

Online: Post: By Hand:


www.act.gov.au/DArepresentation Customer Service Dame Pattie Menzies
Centre House
PO Box 365 16 Challis Street,
Mitchell ACT 2911 DICKSON ACT

It is standard practice for the Authority to acknowledge, in writing, any representations


received as a result of public notification within 3-4 business days of the submission being
received. If you don’t receive this acknowledgement please contact the Authority. If you
make your representation within the prescribed notification period the issues raised in your
submission will be taken into consideration during the assessment of the development
application and you will be notified in writing once the decision has been made.

A copy of your representation will be forwarded to the development application applicant and
placed on the public register unless exclusion has been granted.

You may request to have part or all of your representation excluded from the public register
under Sections 411 or 412 of the Planning and Development Act 2007. The request for
exclusion must be in writing and clearly identify what you are seeking to exclude and how the
request satisfies the exclusion criteria. The Authority may approve or refuse to approve an
exclusion application.

If your request for exclusion is approved the Authority will seek to protect the information
from disclosure. However, the Authority can not guarantee that the information will not have
to be disclosed pursuant to a legal obligation.

If you would like any further information in relation to this letter please contact the Customer
Service Centre on (02) 6207 1923 or email epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Yours faithfully

Customer Services Centre


O'MALLEY
Block 20 Section 16

14 May 2018 to 25 May 2018

Single Dwelling Development Application


201733142

0 20 40 60 80

metres
Name,Address1,Address2,Address3,Address4

CHRIS MALEGANEAS,13 TERRIGAL CRESCENT,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

Martin Architects Ring & Associates,PO BOX 410,mitchell ACT 2911,

The Resident,5 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,8 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,10 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,16 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,14 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,11 BULWARRA CLOSE,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,

The Resident,2 TERRIGAL CRESCENT,O'MALLEY ACT 2606,


9 May 2018

MARTIN ARCHITECTS RING & ASSOCIATES


PO BOX 410
mitchell ACT 2911

Dear Applicant

Suburb: O'MALLEY Block: 20 Section: 16


Development Application Number: 201733142

The Planning and Development Act 2007 requires the above-mentioned development
application to be notified to adjoining lessees. The notification period for the application
commences on 14 May 2018 and end at the close of business on 25 May 2018.

Representations must be made within the notification period to be considered during the
assessment of the application. A copy of any representations received as a result of this
process will be forwarded to you.

The prescribed period for making a decision on your application is 30 working days from the
date of lodgement. However, if representations are received as a result of the public
notification process the time frame for making a decision will be extended by an additional 15
working days.

If the time for deciding the application (the prescribed period) has ended and a decision has
not been reached your application will be deemed refused. The Planning and Land Authority
(the Authority) will not provide written advice of this decision. It is important to note that the
Authority is still able to finalise its consideration of your application and make a decision after
the expiration of the prescribed period.

You will be advised when a decision on your application has been made and of any appeal
rights that may be applicable.

If you would like any further information in relation to this letter please contact the Customer
Service Centre on (02) 6207 1923 or email epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Customer Service Centre

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate


Customer Service Centre
16 Challis Street, Dickson
PO Box 365, Mitchell, ACT 2911 • Telephone: (02) 6207 1923 • Email: epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au
Website: www.planning.act.gov.au
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JOB REPORT - Public Notification Generator

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JOB DATE: 9 May 2018 3:56 pm

JOB CODE: 155409

OPERATOR: KATHERINE BREITKOPF

Single Dwelling Development Application 201733142

NEIGHBOUR NOTIFICATION

Application lodged on 4 May 2018.

Notification begins on 14 May 2018 and ends on 25 May 2018.

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SUBJECT BLOCK

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BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 16 BLOCK 20


STREET ADDRESS: 12 BULWARRA CLOSE
LESSEE(S): CHRIS MALEGANEAS
ADDRESS: 13 TERRIGAL CRESCENT
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

APPL_TYPE: SUBC
DEV DESC: PROPOSAL FOR FENCE AND ADDITIONS TO RESIDENCE ¿ Construction
of a security office, new security fence located along the perimeter and in
front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated works.

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NEIGHBOURING LESSEES
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1. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 46 BLOCK 1


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 2 TERRIGAL CRESCENT
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

2. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 46 BLOCK 5


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 11 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

3. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 16 BLOCK 21


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 14 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

4. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 16 BLOCK 22


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 16 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

5. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 16 BLOCK 18


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 10 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

6. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 16 BLOCK 17


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 8 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

7. BLOCK: O'MALLEY SECTION 15 BLOCK 35


NAME(S): THE RESIDENT
ADDRESS: 5 BULWARRA CLOSE
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

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APPLICANTS
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1. NAME(S): MARTIN ARCHITECTS RING & ASSOCIATES


ADDRESS: PO BOX 410
mitchell ACT 2911

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SUMMARY
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No of lessee notifications created = 7


No of developer notifications created = 0
No of interested party notifications created = 0
No of advertisement authorisation letters created = 0
No of outdoor signs created = 0
No of letters to applicants created = 1
9 May 2018

CHRIS MALEGANEAS
13 TERRIGAL CRESCENT
O'MALLEY ACT 2606

Dear Property Owner

Suburb: O'MALLEY Block: 20 Section: 16


Development Application Number: 201733142

The Planning and Development Act 2007 requires the above-mentioned development
application recently lodged on your behalf to be notified to adjoining lessees. Letters have
been sent to the owners of the properties that adjoin the proposed development inviting them
to inspect a copy of the application to determine if they may be affected by your proposal.

The notification period for the application commences on 14 May 2018 and ends at the close
of business on 25 May 2018. Representations must be made within the notification period to
be considered during the assessment of the application. A copy of any representations
received as a result of this process will be forwarded to the applicant.

The prescribed period for making a decision on your application is 30 working days from the
date of lodgement. However, if representations are received as a result of the public
notification process the time frame for making a decision will be extended by an additional 15
working days.

If the time for deciding the application (the prescribed period) has ended and a decision has
not been reached your application will be deemed refused. The Planning and Land Authority
(the Authority) will not provide written advice of this decision. It is important to note that the
Authority is still able to finalise its consideration of your application and make a decision after
the expiration of the prescribed period.

The applicant will be advised when a decision on your application has been made and of any
appeal rights that may be applicable.

If you would like any further information in relation to this letter please contact the Customer
Service Centre on (02) 6207 1923 or email epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Customer Service Centre

Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate


Customer Service Centre
16 Challis Street, Dickson
PO Box 365, Mitchell, ACT 2911 • Telephone: (02) 6207 1923 • Email: epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au
Website: www.planning.act.gov.au
From: smartforms@act.gov.au
To: EPD, Customer Services
Subject: DA201733142 - REPRESENTATION -
Date: Monday, 21 May 2018 4:24:58 PM
Attachments: 99125120180521167363.xml
99125120180521167363.pdf

Representation for Current Development Application


Form data summary

Customer name
Reference code T8VR2D

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From: smartforms@act.gov.au
To: EPD, Customer Services
Subject: DA201733142 - REPRESENTATION -
Date: Wednesday, 23 May 2018 6:07:56 PM
Attachments: 99125120180523180173.xml
99125120180523180173.pdf
home owner response to da 201733142ver.6.docx

Representation for Current Development Application


Form data summary

Customer name
Reference code L36GQW

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From:

The Director,
Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development
Directorate
Customer Service Centre
16 Challis Street,
Dickson, ACT

And also to:


Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development
Directorate
PO Box 365
Mitchell, ACT 2911
Email: epdcustomerservices@act.gov.au

Re: Single Dwelling Development Application 201733142


Proposal for Fence and additions to residence –
Construction of a security office, new security fence located along the
perimeter and in front of the building line, new gate, pergola and associated
works.
Block: 20 Section: 16 Suburb: O’Malley- 12 Bulwarra Close, O’Malley

I write to you as the owner of , O’Malley I make objection to a


development application received during the public notification period.

Your office is already aware of significant concerns registered by home owners of


Bulwarra Close, O’Malley regarding the Lessee and the occupants of 12 Bulwarra
Close. Complaints from other residents of unapproved structures including non-
regulation height front fence located forward of the building line and a security guard
post, have been the subject of formal complaint. Moreover, the dangerous traffic
conditions, congested parking and rubbish in the street are all issues which have
arisen over the last three years due to the expansion of the Lessee’s commercial
tenant’s business activities.

There has been no satisfactory resolution of these issues, despite formal complaints
being lodged. It now appears that the Lessee, who undertook works without
necessary planning approvals, is being given an opportunity to receive approval in
retrospect. There has been no account given for the disruption to other owners, to
the negative impact on their properties, or any protection of their rights by applying
relevant laws.

The Lessee now seeks to legitimise the unlawful and unapproved additions — that
are for a commercial operation — he has already undertaken with respect to his
residential property by seeking retrospective development approval under the
Residential Zones Development Code; Single Dwelling Housing Development Code;
2

Residential Boundary Fences General Code and Merit Track Assessment. There are
no grounds to approve the Lessee’s application under current ACT Government
Rules and Regulations.

The additions he seeks are by their very nature, (construction of a security office,
new security fence located along the perimeter and in front of the building line, new
gate, pergola and associated works) are inconsistent with development for a
residential house when its purpose under the Crown Lease is to house a family.
Indeed, the Lessee’s application indicates that Embassy business is the reason why
he seeks these new construction measures for his residential property. The
development is inconsistent with the use of purpose of the land. The Lessee has
also failed to consider what is permitted under a Crown Lease for the site and,
indeed, he has falsely asserted in his Application that the changes “are” consistent
with the current Crown Lease.

The Lessee has further failed to consider the Planning and Development Act 2007;
Planning and Development Regulation 2008; Common Boundaries Act 1981; The
Tree Protection Act 2005 and the RZ1-Suburban Zone Objectives in his Application.

The Lessee is in breach of the Crown Lease. The property was neither built, nor
approved for use as a Diplomatic residence or chancellery. Use of the property as
commercial office accommodation is therefore prohibited. Breach occurs under
A2007-24 Australian Capital Territory Planning and Development Act 2007
(effective 3/4/18) Chapter 9, Leases & Licenses: Part 9.2 Grants of Leases Generally
Sections 247 and 251.

The Lessee’s Development Application No. 201733142 and supporting


documentation is inconsistent, deliberately vague and contains false statements.

The Lessee’s Development Application for “proposed fencing with gate, security
office and pergola” is inconsistent with what you describe on your website which
states “proposal for fence and additions to residence – construction of a security
office, new security fence located along the perimeter and in front of the building line,
new gate, pergola and associated works”.

1. In the Lessee’s Statement Against Relevant Criteria (A) Single Dwelling Code,
(page 3), I say as follows:

i) the Lessee has failed to answer the question at Element 2: Lease and
development conditions
Section 2.1 Approved lease and development conditions Rule 22, by
stating “not applicable — not proposed”;

ii) there is no mention of a “security office” in this document. However,


his Application dated 31 December 2017 states “proposed fencing with
gate, security office and pergola”;

The “security office” appears on the Plans and Elevations attached to


his application, however no approval is specifically sought under the
Planning and Development Regulation 2008 (effective 17/5/18).
3

Under this Regulation, the “security office” is deemed be a class 10a


building under Schedule 1, Part 1.3 Division 1.3.2 Subdivision 1.3.2.2
and as such the Lessee is required to meet the requirements of this
Regulation. Subsection1.45 (3) states:

“…setback requirement, for a building in relation to a block,


means (a) if the building has a plan area of not more than 10m2
– the building is behind the building line for the block …”

iii) the Lessee is also in breach of Rule 3.2 Fencing – large blocks Rule 24
of the Residential Zones – Single Dwelling Housing Development
Code (effective 28/10/16) where it states:

“… walls or fencing are not permitted forward of the building


line…”). Criteria for this rule states that fences are to comply
with the Residential Boundaries Fences General Code.

2. In the Lessee’s Statement Against Relevant Criteria (B) Residential Boundary


Fences General Code (page 3), I say as follows:

i) The Lessee is in breach of the Residential Boundaries Fences General


Code (effective 11/7/08) Element 2: Building and Site Controls 2.1 Front
Fences – All Blocks Rule 1 e) Item 2.7. He also acknowledges that the
“fencing stands at 2.4m”;

ii) The Residential Boundaries Fences General Code (effective 11/7/08)


Part A – General Controls Element 2: Building and Site Controls Rule 2.1
Front Fences – All Blocks Rule 1 the states:

“Front boundary walls or fencing are not permitted forward of the


building line except as provided for in … e) item 2.7 of this Code”.
“This is a mandatory requirement. There are no merit criteria”

iii) Item 2.7 Diplomatic Residences and Chancelleries under this Code
provides that “there is no rule applicable”. Criteria 10 states:

“where the lease permits a diplomatic residence or chancellery,


fences can be located at the front boundary for security purposes
when:
a) Fences do not exceed a height of 1.8m above natural
ground level;
b) The selection of fence materials and plants ensure existing
streetscape and neighbourhood character and context is
retained”;

iv) The Lessee makes no provision in his Statement against the relevant
criteria under this Code (page 4), Element 6: Environment Item 6.2 Trees
Rule 14 to address the issue of the very large mature trees located on the
right hand side boundary of his property and the Territory land easement.
His supporting Plan-201733142-Fencing Layout-01; Site Plan 201733142-
4

01 and Survey-201733142-Survey-01 provided do not show any trees


located on the right hand side of his property’s boundary.

I urge the ACT Government to reject the Lessee’s Development Application No.
201733142 and take steps to enforce the existing Rules and Regulations based on
the following:

a) The current Crown Lease does not permit use of the property as a
diplomatic residence or chancellery and as such this conduct/activity is
unlawful;
b) The fence and gate is unlawfully located forward of the property’s building
line;
c) The fence and gate height is unlawful;
d) The selection of fence materials is not in keeping with the existing
streetscape and neighbourhood character. The fence certainly creates an
unpleasant visual spectacle within Bulwarra Close. Other fences in
Bulwarra Close and O’Malley are not over regulation height and do not
contain security spikes that give a compound like feel to the fence and
nature of the property;
e) Any plans to continue the security fencing around the entire perimeter of
12 Bulwarra Close will impact the row of very large mature trees located
along the right hand side of the property adjoining a Territory land
easement. Under the Tree Protection Act 2005 (Effective 10/11/17)
Part 2, Section 8 and Section 10(1) a, b, c, and d. These trees are
deemed to be regulated trees;
f) The plan for continuing the security fencing around the perimeter of 12
Bulwarra Close will also affect the very large mature trees along the rear
boundary of the neighbouring battle axe block at 14 Bulwarra Close
(despite the existence of a perfectly serviceable colourbond fence of
regulation) between the two properties. This will give rise to issues under
the Common Boundaries Act 1981 (effective 24/5/17);
g) The security office (already installed) is an unapproved class 10a building
located forward of the front building line. For which the Lessee has not
sought approval for under the relevant Planning and Development
Regulation 2008 (effective 17/5/18) in his application;
h) There is no basis to the Lessee’s application in the Merit Track –
Development Single Dwelling Housing and the development is
inconsistent and non-compliant with the relevant Codes and the Territory
Plan. The type of development (which is commercial in nature) indicates
and confirms that the property is being used for non-residential purposes.
These sort of changes would not be necessary if the property was only
being used as a residence. There are no provisions for the unlawful use of
the property for commercial office accommodation under the Merit Track
provisions.

The impact of the commercial operations and activities occurring at the property are
adversely affecting other home owners in Bulwarra Close. These are already well
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documented with Transport Canberra and City Services (TCCS) and other entities.
Two parking consultation proposals have been conducted to address the issue of
parking and road safety in Bulwarra Close.

I request that the Lessee of 12 Bulwarra Close be held to account for his flagrant
disregard of the relevant ACT rules and regulations. These rules and regulations are
in place so that everyone’s interests are protected. The unauthorised works and the
ongoing commercial activities at 12 Bulwarra Close must be rectified.

May I finally add that I find it rather incongruous that approval for the extent of work
being sought was not applied for before work actually commenced. I’m sure that
such action would not have been tolerated in the normal process for ACT home
owners not associated with a lease to a foreign country – surely the same laws must
prevail equally to all ACT residents.

Lastly I am rather dismayed that an application submitted on 13 December 2017 was


only released to one of the residents in our neighbourhood and not until 17 May
(although sent on 11 May) and indicated that a response date would close on
25 May 2018. One could well be of the view that your office has not been forthright
with the residents of Bulwarra Close – it would be nice to know the reason for such
an acute delay.

Signed

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