Preparation of an SMP will ususally require the engagement of a sustainability consultant. Large developments provide the opportunity for major resource savings and other environmental benefits, so greater rigour in investigation is required. It sets out the sustainable design features of large developments as defined in the application requirements above, and provides more information about how the performance outcomes will be achieved (including implementation schedules).Ī BESS report alone will not satisfy the requirements under Moreland Local Planning Policy Clause 15.02-1L of the Merri-bek Planning Scheme for an SMP. Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) for large scale developmentĪ Sustainability Management Plan (SMP) is more detailed than an SDA.We have prepared a simple checklist to guide applicants through expectations. The example SDA contains an overview of the development, a BESS report, preliminary NatHERS ratings and a STORM report. These example plans contain the required ESD aspects, such as details about glazing, external shading, rainwater tanks and water sensitive urban design measures. We have prepared an example SDA and accompanying plans to assist you preparing your own documentation. It's generally not necessary to engage a sustainability consultant to prepare an SDA. It is important that all relevant initiatives are clearly annotated on architectural drawings. Submit the BESS report with your planning application to satisfy the requirements under Moreland Local Planning Policy Clause 15.02-1L for an SDA. The Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) can be used to undertake a Sustainable Design Assessment. You can also speak to our Sustainable Built Environment Unit by calling 9240 1111 to discuss your application.Ī Sustainable Design Assessment (SDA) is a document that sets out the sustainable design features of a proposed development. If you are preparing a planning application, we encourage you to book a pre-application meeting. If you are applying for a planning permit to construct a new building, you will need to provide information with your planning permit application across the following areas:įor more information about each of these categories, including design strategies, see our Sustainable Design Standards below. It recognises the importance of considering environmentally sustainable design at the time of planning approval for new developments.
The policy provides objectives and application requirements for residential, mixed-use, and non-residential development. The objective is that development should achieve best practice in environmentally sustainable development from the design stage through to construction and operation. Incorporating environmentally sustainable design into new developments is a requirement under the Merri-bek Planning Scheme. Incorporating sustainable design into new developments When you apply for a planning permit you are required to include sustainable design information with your application as per Merri-bek Local Planning Policy Clause 15.02-1, which you can see on the Victorian Government's Environment, Land, Water, and Planning website. Sustainable design assessment in the planning process We can assist you to incorporate environmentally sustainable design into your development during the planning process. We are committed to creating an environmentally sustainable and liveable city.
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