Submission from the National Transport Authority (Submission No 348)
Issues / Recommendations / Observations
Chief Executive’s Response & Recommendation
Plan, development should not be considered where it cannot be demonstrated that tiered zoned lands will benefit from sustainable transport improvements associated with the implementation of CMATS within the development plan period. Table 2.3 Growth Strategy 2028 (Tier 1&2) Based on the stated size of the underutilised site (net ha) and the potential Tier 1&2 yield, the implied densities per (net) hectare would appear to range from 21 and 22 dph in North East Suburb and Tower to 155 dph in City Docks, with most values in the ‘City Suburbs’ and ‘Urban Towns’ being less than 30 dph. This table requires further explanation in relation to the implied residential densities applicable and needs to be reconciled with the density values set out in in Table 11.2 (Density and Building Heights Strategy). Recommendation: Given that most of the anticipated residential development with the Plan period is expected to occur within the Tiered zoned lands, it is recommended that clarification is provided on the relationship between the potential yields specified in Table 2.3 and the density values set out in Table 11.2. Objective for City Growth – Table 2.5 Summary of Key Objectives In relation to Hinterland Settlements, it is noted that a growth of 15% is provided for, whilst also referring to the application of ‘sustainable growth targets’ as a key deliverable. On the other hand, a value of 10% is specified over the lifetime of the Plan, in Objective 10.9 (Hinterland Settlements). Recommendation: The apparent discrepancy between Table 2.5 and Objective 10.9 needs to be explained.
The City Capacity Study, referred to section 2.31-2.33 of the Draft Plan, is an ongoing, iterative and dynamic process that informs the formulation and implementation of the Core Strategy. As per the details set out in section 2.52 of the Draft Plan, reasonable and realistic assumptions are used to ensure the Core Strategy targets are grounded. Given these assumptions, extracting density calculations for different areas of the city from Table 2.3 of the Core Strategy, results in the appearance of low densities. This is not the case, and the densities ranges allowable for different areas of the city are those set out in Chapters 3 and 11 of the Plan. Refer to the recommendation to OPR submission 426 “O bservation 2 ” and “ Recommendation 5 ”. It is also worth noting the SRA submission no 400, in the context of the RSES for the Southern Region 2031. Recommendation: No change. The discrepancy is noted. As per the Core Strategy Table 2022-2028 (Table 2.2) City Hinterland Settlements are allocated for 10% growth target. Table 2.5 of the Draft Plan shall be amended to reflect same. Recommendation: Amend the Hinterland Settlement section of Table 2.5 (Summary of Key Objective for City Growth) to read as follows: Growth of 15% 10% within the three hinterland settlements.
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