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7 December 2016

 

Dear Councillor,

In pursuance of the provisions of the Local Government Act, 1993 and the Regulations thereunder, notice is hereby given that a POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING of Penrith City Council is to be held in the Passadena Room, Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith on Monday 12 December 2016 at 7:00PM.

Attention is directed to the statement accompanying this notice of the business proposed to be transacted at the meeting.

Yours faithfully

 

 

Alan Stoneham

General Manager

 

BUSINESS

 

1.           LEAVE OF ABSENCE

 

2.           APOLOGIES

 

3.           CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Policy Review Committee Meeting - 14 November 2016.

 

4.           DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Pecuniary Interest (The Act requires Councillors who declare a pecuniary interest in an item to leave the meeting during discussion of that item)

Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Significant and Less than Significant (The Code of Conduct requires Councillors who declare a significant non-pecuniary conflict of interest in an item to leave the meeting during discussion of that item)

 

5.           ADDRESSING THE MEETING

 

6.           MAYORAL MINUTES

 

7.           NOTICES OF MOTION TO RESCIND A RESOLUTION

 

8.           NOTICES OF MOTION

 

9.           DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

 

10.         REQUESTS FOR REPORTS AND MEMORANDUMS

 

11.         URGENT BUSINESS

 

12.         CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS


POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING

 

Monday 12 December 2016

 

table of contents

 

 

 

 

 

 

meeting calendar

 

 

confirmation of minutes

 

 

DELIVERY program reports

 


Council_Mark_POS_RGB2016 MEETING CALENDAR

January 2016 - December 2016

(Adopted by Council -  23 November 2015)

 

 

 

TIME

JAN

FEB

MAR

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUG

SEPT

OCT

NOV

DEC

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

Mon

 

Ordinary Council Meeting

7.30pm

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

(7.00pm)

 

 

 

19

(7.00pm)

 

29@

21

18v

23#

27*

25

22@

26^ü

(7.00pm)

24

28#+

 

Policy Review Committee

7.00pm

 

15

14

 

9

20

11

8

 

10

14

12

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

15

 

 

 

 

 

 v

Meeting at which the draft corporate planning documents (Delivery Program and Operational Plan) are endorsed for exhibition

 *

Meeting at which the draft corporate planning documents (Delivery Program and Operational Plan) are adopted

 #

Meetings at which the Operational Plan quarterly reviews (March and September) are presented

 @

Meetings at which the Delivery Program progress reports (including the Operational Plan quarterly reviews for December and June) are presented

 ^

Election of Mayor/Deputy Mayor

 ü

Meeting at which the 2015-2016 Annual Statements are presented

 

Meeting at which any comments on the 2015-2016 Annual Statements are presented

 +

Meeting at which the Annual Report is presented

-            Extraordinary Meetings are held as required.

-            Members of the public are invited to observe meetings of the Council (Ordinary and Policy Review Committee).

Should you wish to address Council, please contact the Acting Senior Governance Officer, Adam Beggs.

 


UNCONFIRMED MINUTES

 OF THE POLICY REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING OF PENRITH CITY COUNCIL HELD IN THE PASSADENA ROOM, PENRITH

ON MONDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2016 AT 7:00PM

PRESENT

His Worship the Mayor, Councillor John Thain, Deputy Mayor, Councillor Tricia Hitchen, and Councillors Jim Aitken OAM, Bernard Bratusa, Todd Carney, Marcus Cornish, Greg Davies, Mark Davies, Aaron Duke, Ross Fowler OAM, Joshua Hoole, Karen McKeown, Kath Presdee and Ben Price.

 

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Leave of Absence was previously granted to Councillor Kevin Crameri OAM for the period 8 November 2016 to 23 November 2016 inclusive.

 

APOLOGIES

There were no apologies.

 

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - Policy Review Committee Meeting - 10 October 2016

PRC57  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Aaron Duke seconded Councillor Todd Carney that the minutes of the Policy Review Committee Meeting of 10 October 2016 be confirmed.

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

 

Councillor Ross Fowler OAM declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less than Significant in Item 5 – Penrith CBD Corporation Three-year Strategy and Operations Report 2015-16 as he is an office bearer of the Penrith CBD Corporation.

 

Councillor Jim Aitken OAM declared a Non-Pecuniary Conflict of Interest – Less than Significant in Item 5Penrith CBD Corporation Three-year Strategy and Operation Report 2015-16 as he is a property owner within the Penrith CBD.

 

DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

 

Outcome 1 - We can work close to home

 

1        Penrith City Children's Services Cooperative Ltd                                                         

PRC58  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Kath Presdee seconded Councillor Todd Carney

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Penrith City Children's Services Cooperative Ltd be received.

2.    Council agree to underwrite the operation of Penrith City Children’s Services Cooperative Ltd until the presentation to Council of the Penrith City Children’s Services Cooperative Ltd Annual Report for 2016-17.

 

 

 

 

 

Outcome 4 - We have safe, vibrant places

 

5        Penrith CBD Corporation Three-year Strategy and Operations Report 2015-16

Councillor Aaron Duke left the meeting, the time being 7:37pm.

Councillor Aaron Duke returned to the meeting, the time being 7:40pm.

Councillor Todd Carney left the meeting, the time being 7:44pm

Councillor Todd Carney returned to the meeting, the time being 7:46pm

         

PRC59  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Bernard Bratusa seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Penrith CBD Corporation Three-year Strategy and Operations Report 2015-16 be received.

2.    That Council receive a further report on the Penrith CBD Corporation’s Three-year Strategy 2016-2019 and Business Plan 2016-17.

3.     Council thank and congratulate Owen Rodgers for his contribution to Penrith CBD Corporation as Chairman of the board.

 

Outcome 2 - We plan for our future growth

 

2        Review of Resolution of Council Regarding Determination of Place of Public Worship and Community Centre Development Applications                                      

PRC60  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Karen McKeown

That:

1.    The information contained in this report on Review of Resolution of Council Regarding Determination of Place of Public Worship and Community Centre Development Applications be received.

2.    Council adopt a policy that all development applications for places of public worship and community centres including applications for modification of consent under section 96 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, be determined in accordance with the same procedures applying to every other DA.

In accordance with Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993, a DIVISION was then called with the following result:

For

Against

Councillor John Thain

Councillor Bernard Bratusa

Councillor Kath Presdee

Councillor Mark Davies

Councillor Karen McKeown

Councillor Jim Aitken OAM

Councillor Greg Davies

Councillor Tricia  Hitchen

Councillor Ross Fowler OAM

Councillor Marcus Cornish

Councillor Aaron Duke

Councillor Joshua Hoole

Councillor Todd Carney

 

Councillor Ben  Price

 

 

 

3        Draft Public Benefit Policy                                                                                               

PRC61  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Jim Aitken OAM

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Draft Public Benefit Policy be received.

2.    Council adopt the Public Benefit Policy as amended and attached, effective on the date the LEP amendment to insert an Incentives Clause within the Penrith LEP 2010 is made.

3.    The General Manager be granted delegation to make minor changes to the Policy prior to the commencement of the Policy.

 

4        Stormwater Drainage Guidelines for Building Developments                                     

PRC62  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Todd Carney

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Stormwater Drainage Guidelines for Building Developments be received.

2.    Council endorse the Stormwater Drainage Specification for Building Developments.

3.    The Stormwater Drainage Specification for Building Developments be applied to civil works associated with Development Applications lodge after Council’s endorsement of the document.

4.    Reference and information in Penrith Development Control Plans 2014 and Council’s Guidelines for Engineering Works for Subdivisions and Developments Part 1: Design be updated to be consistent with the adoption of Stormwater Drainage Specification for Building Developments.

5.    The final specification be reviewed by Engineering Services periodically with only substantial amendments to be reported to Council.

6.    Council Officers write to our partners within the industry that provided feedback and commentary, thanking them for their time and input.

 

Outcome 7 - We have confidence in our Council

 

6        Councillor Working Parties   

Councillor Mark Davies left the meeting, the time being 8:16pm and did not return.

         

PRC63  RESOLVED on the MOTION of Councillor Greg Davies seconded Councillor Ross Fowler OAM

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Councillor Working Parties be received.

2.    The Committee confirms the following seven working parties for the current Council term:

a)   Communication Working Party

b)   Domestic Waste Services Working Party

c)   Finance and Economic Opportunities Working Party

d)   Floodplain Management Working Party

e)   Library Services Working Party

f)    Multicultural Working Party

g)   Recreation Working Party

3.    The Committee confirms the formation of a new Resilience Committee with non-Councillor membership and Terms of Reference to be considered at the first meeting of the Resilience Committee and reported to Council for confirmation.

4.    The membership for each working party and the Resilience Committee be four Councillors, nominated at the next Council meeting.                     

 

There being no further business the Chairperson declared the meeting closed the time being 8:17pm.

    


DELIVERY PROGRAM REPORTS

 

Item                                                                                                                                       Page

 

 

Outcome 2 - We plan for our future growth

 

1        Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 - 164 Station Street, Penrith   

Procedural note: Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993 requires that a division be called in relation to this matter.                                                                  1

 

Outcome 3 - We can get around the City

 

2        Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade, Penrith                                                                                                                9

 

Outcome 5 - We care about our environment

 

3        Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition                         29

 

4        College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition                                                                                                                          32

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

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Outcome 1 - We can work close to home

 

 

There were no reports under this Delivery Program when the Business Paper was compiled


 

 

 

 

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Outcome 2 - We plan for our future growth

 

Item                                                                                                                                       Page

 

1        Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 - 164 Station Street, Penrith  

Procedural note: Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993 requires that a division be called in relation to this matter.                                                                  1

 

 

 



Policy Review Committee Meeting                                                            12 December 2016

 

 

 

1

Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 - 164 Station Street, Penrith   

 

Compiled by:               Nicole Dukinfield, Senior Planner

Authorised by:            Abdul Cheema, Acting City Planning Manager  

 

Outcome

We plan for our future growth

Strategy

Ensure services, facilities and infrastructure meet the needs of a growing population

Service Activity

Maintain a contemporary framework of land use and contribution policies, strategies and statutory plans

     

Procedural note: Section 375A of the Local Government Act 1993 requires that a division be called in relation to this matter.

 

Applicant:

Tomasy Planning

Owner:

SHMH Pty Ltd

 

Executive Summary

At its Ordinary Meeting of 7 December 2015, Council resolved to prepare a Planning Proposal to insert an incentives clause for Key Sites into the Penrith Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2010. The Planning Proposal seeks to provide for a departure from the existing building height and floor space ratio controls for Key Sites, if a Public Benefit is offered in return. A draft LEP amendment was exhibited between 9 May 2016 to 6 June 2016. Council at its Policy Review Committee meeting of 11 July 2016 resolved to adopt the LEP amendment.

 

In response to the proposed incentives on offer as part of the LEP amendment a request for an amendment to the Penrith Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014 was received for land at 164 Station Street, Penrith. At the Policy Review Committee meeting of 10 October 2016, Council resolved to publicly exhibit the draft DCP amendment.

 

Public exhibition was recently undertaken for the draft DCP amendment. Four submissions were received, raising the following key issues:

 

·    A request for further information on the traffic implications of the proposed development

·    That there is too much variance in the proposed building heights and that excessive heights are proposed along Woodriff Street due to the adjacent low density character

After consideration of the matters raised in the submissions, it is recommended that Council resolve to adopt the draft DCP, with some minor changes.

Background

On 1 July 2016, Council received a request to amend the Penrith DCP 2014 for land at 164 Station Street, Penrith.

 

The subject site is zoned R4 High Density Residential under the Penrith Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2010 and will be subject to incentives provisions that are currently being finalised by the Greater Sydney Commission as part of a Planning Proposal to amend the LEP.

 

The key components of the draft DCP include:

 

·    Provision for approximately 2,000 dwellings across the site at varying heights;

·    A minimum area of 1 hectare for the purposes of public open space;

·    Private open space in the form of communal gardens, rooftop gardens and balconies;

·    Vehicular, pedestrian and cycling networks providing connectivity throughout the site;

·    On and off-street parking with primary vehicular movements confined to basement level and;

·    A minimum of 1,000m2 of non-residential land uses to cater for local resident services.

 

At the Policy Review Committee meeting of 10 October 2016, Council resolved to place the draft DCP on public exhibition.

 

Public exhibition

 

The draft DCP was publicly exhibited between 27 October and 24 November 2016 in line with the exhibition requirements outlined within the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000.

 

A number of submissions were received as a result of the exhibition. The issues raised and a response to these are detailed for each submission below

 

Submission 1

 

This submission raised the following issues:

·    The development will add significant traffic volume to the existing congested roads.

·    The submission asks for more information on what traffic measures will be in place during construction

·    The submission asks for more information on the housing volume mix and whether there is a dedicated mix of social housing

·    That acoustic mitigation would need to be higher due to the location adjoining a football stadium and entertainment precinct.

 

Response

 

Prior to the lodgement of a development application, the proponent will be required to undertake a Traffic Assessment to determine the impacts of additional vehicles on the surrounding road network. The Vehicle Access and Pedestrian Movement Plan identified on page 27 of the draft DCP is indicative only and subject to the outcomes of a Traffic Assessment. Any traffic or parking measures that are required will be determined once a development application identifying the number and location of dwellings and predicted traffic volumes has been received and assessed.

 

The draft DCP includes a control requiring a mix of apartments, to provide a range of bedroom numbers within a development. This will ensure that dwellings will provide a range of housing choice and household types. The DCP does not contain any controls relating to social housing, however, there is nothing preventing future development from providing social housing.

 

An Acoustic Assessment will be required to be submitted when a development application is lodged. The Acoustic Assessment will identify the measures required to mitigate against noise impacts, including road noise and noise from entertainment facilities.

 

Submission 2

 

This submission raised the following issues:

·    A request for further information in regard to the impact on flooding in the area and whether any compensatory works will be done elsewhere to mitigate impacts

·    A request for further information regarding any upgrades to existing roundabouts and how the traffic modelling will consider an additional population

·    A request for further information as to how passive surveillance will be considered

 

Response

 

A Flood Impact Assessment is required to be prepared and submitted when a development application is lodged. The Flood Impact Assessment will identify whether any works are required to mitigate the impact of the development on the flood scenario.

 

A Traffic Assessment will be carried out prior to lodgement of a development application. The Traffic Assessment will identify the traffic scenario resulting from the additional population and whether any upgrades to nearby intersections are required.

 

The design and location of buildings as indicated are indicative only.  All development proposals will be considered by an appointed Design Jury that will consider a range of considerations including the safety of residents and visitors as part of the development assessment process. 

 

Submission 3 – Urban Design Review Panel comments

 

Pursuant to Section 21A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, where a draft DCP contains provisions relating to residential apartment development, the DCP must be referred to the relevant Urban Design Review Panel for comment. As the subject draft DCP contains provisions relating to apartment development, it was referred to Council’s Urban Design Review Panel for comment. 

 

The submission raises a number of inconsistencies of the development proposal against the current controls located in chapter E11 – Part A Penrith City Centre of the Penrith DCP 2014, including the provision of public open space and the proposed location of new internal streets and intersections.

 

The most pertinent issue raised in the submission is the proposed building heights, particularly along Woodriff Street. The submission states that there is too much variance in the proposed heights and storeys indicated in the draft DCP, and that anything above 3 storeys should not be permitted along Woodriff Street due to the adjacent low density area that only permits a maximum building height up to 8.5 metres.

 

Response

 

The majority of matters raised in the submission will be addressed through an appointed Design Jury, who will consider development proposals for the site as part of the development assessment process.

 

In response to issues raised regarding the proposed height ranges, it is recommended that Council insert a statement identifying that the storey heights indicated in the DCP (Figure 21) are indicative only and subject to a Design Jury process, in order to provide a balance between future height transition and amenity which would be resolved during a future design jury process and the provision of certainty for the proponent.

 

Submission 4

 

This submission raised the following issues:

·    Raised concerns regarding the limited street parking already experienced by the area and;

·    Requested parking rates specific to the site, including 1.5 car spaces for a 1 bedroom apartment, 2 car spaces for a 2 bedroom apartment and 2.5 car spaces for a 3 bedroom apartment.

 

Response

 

The creation of new access points into the site will result in the loss of some on-street car parking spaces on the external road network. However, the creation of a new internal road network will provide for additional on-street car parking spaces.

 

Council’s car parking requirements reflect an appropriate rate for higher density forms of residential development whilst promoting more sustainable transport use. Residential developments are required to provide on-site parking for both residents and visitors.

 

Proposed changes

 

One minor change is proposed to the draft DCP in response to the submissions received.

 

It is proposed to insert a statement identifying that the proposed number of storeys in Figure 21 are indicative only, and are subject to a Design Jury process.

 

The amended DCP for 164 Station Street, Penrith is provided in Attachment 1. 

 

Conclusion

 

The public exhibition of the draft DCP for 164 Station Street, Penrith was carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000

 

The exhibition resulted in four submissions and a number of issues were raised in respect to traffic, noise and amenity. Many of these concerns will be addressed during the development application process. However in response to the submissions, one minor change is proposed to address concerns over the proposed building heights/number of storeys indicated for the site.

 

It is recommended that Council resolve to adopt the draft DCP including the changes proposed in this report to Penrith DCP 2014.

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RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 - 164 Station Street, Penrith be received.

2.    Council resolve to adopt the amended Development Control Plan for 164 Station Street, Penrith (Attachment 1), as Amendment No. 3 to the Penrith Development Control Plan 2014.

3.    In accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2000, Council give public notice of its decision in a local newspaper within 28 days, with the Development Control Plan coming into effect immediately upon notification in the newspaper. 

 

 

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

1.

Amended Development Control Plan for 164 Station Street, Penrith

29 Pages

Attachments Included

   


 

 

 

 

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Outcome 3 - We can get around the City

 

Item                                                                                                                                       Page

 

2        Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade, Penrith                                                                                                                9

 

 

 



Policy Review Committee Meeting                                                            12 December 2016

 

 

 

2

Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade, Penrith   

 

Compiled by:               Walter Sinnadurai, Transportation Planner

Authorised by:            Adam Wilkinson, Engineering Services Manager  

 

Outcome

We can get around the City

Strategy

Provide a safe, efficient road network supported by parking

Service Activity

Provide technical advice on traffic issues and plan for the delivery of traffic, shared paths, bicycle and bus shelter facilities

      

 

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report is to present Council with information relating to the proposed concept design and Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade, which was developed by the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). This report will provide an assessment of the key issues that have been part of RMS exhibition material presented through the community feedback information.

 

The report recommends that the information be received and that the Engineering Services Manager be authorised to finalise a submission, based on this report, and forward it to the RMS by the closing date of 16 December 2016.

Background

A major traffic congestion point exists at the western end of the Penrith CBD with implications for motorists travelling east-west and north-south through the western edge of the Penrith City Centre. Congestion results from a conflict with east-west movements from Jane Street to Victoria Bridge clashing with a strong north-south movement along Castlereagh Road. The conflict is exacerbated by the ‘dog-leg’ in the east-west movement.

 

Resolution of this traffic “pinch point” has been high on Council’s list of advocacy items for some time.  In 2013 the Australian and NSW Governments committed $35 million each ($70 million in total) for the Jane Street Extension Project to alleviate congestion and improve traffic flow between the Nepean River and the Penrith CBD, as well as north-south traffic flows.

 

RMS considered a number of options, to identify the best solution for the Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade (JSMRIU) to support current traffic demands and future growth in the area.  The RMS recommended that Option 12 be supported, with the addition of a southbound dedicated left lane on Castlereagh Road; with a free flow left slip lane into High Street.

 

In February 2015 Council made a submission in support of Option 12, with amendments to RMS for their work in developing the best option for the JSMRIU to support current traffic demands and future growth in the area. 

 

At a recent Councillor Briefing held on 31 October 2016, RMS presented to Council the details of the proposed upgrade.

 

Current Situation

 

After reviewing the comments and issues that were raised by various stakeholders including Penrith City Council, RMS have developed the concept design and REF for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade and are seeking community feedback by Wednesday 16 December 2016. 

 

Key features of the proposed road upgrade include;

 

·    Widening the existing alignment on the western side of Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road between Union Road and a point south of Museum Drive to allow for six lanes of through traffic, a central median strip and auxiliary turning lanes at intersections

·    Upgrade and widening of the Jane Street / Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road intersection and addition of a bus priority lane (‘queue-jump’) lane for buses turning right out of Jane Street onto Castlereagh Road

·    Upgrade and widening of the Mulgoa Road / High Street intersection to allow for an additional eastbound lane and right turn lane out of High Street onto Mulgoa Road

·    Provide a dedicated south bound left turn lane for Castlereagh Road into High Street east bound

·    Replacement of the existing railway bridge over Castlereagh Road with a new 39 m single span concrete bridge using a specialised method known as a ‘bridge slide’

·    Installation of bridge protection beams on either side of Castlereagh Road as a safety mechanism for over-height vehicles on approach to the railway bridge

·    Provision of a 4.5 m wide separated pedestrian and cycle pathway along the eastern side of Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road and safe crossings at the High Street and Jane Street intersections with Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road

·    Relocation of underground utilities in the proposal area and improvement of local drainage

·    Tree planting and landscaping to match the vision for the whole of the Mulgoa Road corridor

·    Temporary establishment of up to three construction compound sites.

The Australian and NSW Governments have jointly committed $70 million to fund the proposal. Construction of the proposal is anticipated to start late 2018 (subject to planning approval) and would be completed by mid-2020, weather permitting.

 

The improvements to intersection safety, the proposed traffic management arrangements at each intersection along the route, the provision of bus priority lane (‘queue-jump’) lane, are all very much welcomed.

 

This report and Council’s submission will focus more so on a limited number of matters for which we believe further consideration must be given.  Furthermore, Council would welcome the opportunity to assist the RMS in reviewing matters raised separately by the community to RMS through the recent exhibition process.

 

The proposed submission to RMS will include the following;

 

Road Infrastructure

 

Road Widening

 

The proposal seeks to widening Mulgoa Road / Castlereagh Road between Museum Drive and Union Road to six through lanes and auxiliary lanes at intersections, upgrading intersections with Jane Street and Great Western Highway / High Street and lengthening of Rail Bridge to allow for widening of Castlereagh Road.

 

Comments

 

The proposed increased number of lanes along Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road corridor between Museum Drive and Union Road is supported. The increase of the number of lanes would improve road capacity and the travel times.  Land acquisition required to accommodate the proposed upgrade is dealt with separately below.

 

Bus lane

 

Provision of a bus priority lane (‘queue-jump’) for buses in each direction along High Street crossing over Mulgoa Road.  In addition of a bus priority lane (‘queue-jump’) lane for buses turning right out of Jane Street onto Castlereagh Road northbound direction.

 

Comments

 

The provision of bus priority lanes (‘queue-jump’) is supported.  Future proofing of the arterial road as a transport corridor through the provision of dedicated bus lanes should be considered to extend the life of the road upgrade.  Bus priority lanes at intersections may not be sufficient into the future as the service for an Regional City are increased.

 

 

Intersection Upgrades

 

The proposal has identified 2 intersection upgrades along Mulgoa Road - Castlereagh Road corridor including auxiliary turning lanes at some intersections.  The proposed intersection upgrades would improve intersection capacity and travel times, and also improve the connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists, hence improving safety.   Specific locations are addressed in more detail below.

 

Jane Street / Castlereagh Road / Mulgoa Road intersection

 

The proposed upgrade comprising:

 

·    Widening Mulgoa Road / Castlereagh Road between Museum Drive and Union Road to six through lanes and auxiliary lanes at intersections

·    Provision of bus priority (‘queue-jump’) lane at Jane Street onto Castlereagh Road north northbound direction.

·    Realigning Castlereagh Road towards the west to the north of Jane Street

·    Provision of staged pedestrian crossing on the southern leg of Jane Street / Castlereagh Road intersection.

 

Comments

 

In considering the regional road connectivity and relief to the through traffic in both the north and south bound directions between Museum Drive and Union Road, the upgrades are supported.

 

To address the existing conflict of the ‘dog-leg’ in the east-west movement as well as the north-south movement between Castlereagh Road and Mulgoa Road, it is  crucial that sufficient storage capacity is provided for south bound through traffic at the critical intersections of Jane Street to High Street, and avoid queuing during peak times through these intersections.  It is also important that signal coordination is set up to meet peak hour demand and avoid unnecessary queuing along both Jane Street (east) and Castlereagh Road (north) as is presently experienced.

 

Great Western Highway / Mulgoa Road / High Street intersection

 

The proposed upgrade comprising:

 

·    Widening Mulgoa Road / Castlereagh Road to all six through lanes and auxiliary lanes at intersections

·    Provision of left turn slip lane on Castlereagh Road

·    Additional right turning short lane on High Street

·    Additional bus priority (‘queue-jump’) lane at High Street to Great Western Highway

·    Extending length of left turn slip lane on High Street

·    Provision of length of left turn slip lane on Mulgoa Road (90m)

·    Additional right turning short lane on Great Western Highway

·    Additional through short lane on Great Western Highway. Retain bus priority (‘queue-jump’) lane at Great Western Highway to High Street

·    Extending length of left turn slip lane on Great Western Highway from 90m to 110m

·    Provision of staged pedestrian crossing on northern leg of High Street / Mulgoa Road intersection

·    Provision of staged pedestrian crossing on southern leg of High Street / Mulgoa Road intersection

 

Comments

 

In considering the regional road connectivity and relief to the through traffic in both the north and south bound directions between Museum Drive and Union Road, is supported with the recommendation that maximum right turn storage be provided on each leg of the intersection.  It appears there are excessive concrete median areas that can be used for right turn storage.   Namely right turn from Mulgoa Road to High Street and High Street to Castlereagh Road.  It is also important that signal coordination is set up to meet peak hour demand and avoid unnecessary queuing.

 

Rail Underpass Drainage Upgrade

 

The rail underpass is designed such that it becomes a trap low point in the event of major storm events. The lack of drainage at this point results in regular flooding of the underpass, causing major traffic disruption as the road becomes untrafficable. We strongly urge the RMS to undertake detailed stormwater modelling and design, to ensure that adequate stormwater infrastructure is provided at this trap low point capable of managing flows from all storm events.

 

 

Ancillary facilities

 

The proposal seeks to establish a construction compound comprising a temporary equipment laydown and stockpile site.  The compound is proposed to be established adjacent to the Nepean District Tennis Association and rail corridor.

 

Other supplementary compound sites may be established south west of High Street and Mulgoa Road on land known as the ‘Carpenter site’ and at the Lion Dairy and Drinks car park adjacent to Castlereagh Road.

 

 

Comments

 

Council requires more information about the timeframe for the use of its land (Carpenters and Woodriff Gardens) for temporary construction compounds.  Council is looking to develop the Carpenter’s site, but this is some time in the future (development is unlikely within the next 3 years).  The Report, Figure 3-2 shows that almost the entirety of the Carpenters site is needed for a construction compound.  It would be preferable if the RMS could clarify the extent of the site needed for a construction compound and how long it will be required for.

 

RMS will need to restore all sites to their current condition when the construction compound is no longer required.

 

The RMS should also be aware that the site is burdened by an electricity transmission easement.  The use of the site will need to ensure that Endeavour Energy’s requirements for access to the transmission line easement are maintained.

 

Active Transport

Proposed Separated Path

The project includes provision of a 4.5m separated path for use by pedestrians and bike riders on the eastern side of Mulgoa/Castlereagh Road, between Union Road and Museum Drive.   This concept is supported being a higher level facility than a shared-use path as bike riders and pedestrians use the path in separate, rather than shared space, which reduces conflict, if used correctly.   It has potential  to encourage more active transport trips.

Comments

 

This concept is supported being a higher level facility than a shared-use path as bike riders and pedestrians use the path in separate, rather than shared space, which reduces conflict, if used correctly. However, there may be confusion with users as the new separated paths connect to existing shared-use paths and rules of use change.  If the Mulgoa /Castlereagh Road upgrade (ultimate) proposes separated paths, the timing of the connection between these new facilities is important, otherwise users transition from one facility to another which may create confusion.  If the Mulgoa /Castlereagh Road upgrade (ultimate) proposes shared-use paths, then this facility should be ‘shared’ rather than ‘separated’ to be consistent along the length.

Our preference, however, is that RMS provides infrastructure that caters for the broader range of cyclists, particularly on-road cyclists, who choose to travel at a higher speed than a path provides.  The design should be capable of providing for a 2.5m wide shared-use path, as well as on-road bike lanes of 1.2m min each for each direction of travel.

There are some inconsistent references to bike and pedestrian infrastructure in the REF which should be amended to accurately reflect the proposal:- 

·    The key of Figure 2-1, page 13 refers to ‘on-road cycle path’ rather than ‘cycle lane’. 

·    Page 40 refers to ‘existing off-road separated cycle paths’ being retained, and the table on Page 57 states the proposed ‘design maintains the existing shared paths and separated paths in the proposal area’.  These sections should read ‘the design replaces the existing shared paths with separated paths and connects to existing shared paths in the area’.

·    Page 68 should be amended to read “the proposal would improve pedestrian and cycle facilities along the Mulgoa-Castlereagh Road corridor and would connect to pedestrian and cycling infrastructure between the Penrith CBD and Nepean River Bridge”

·    Page 79 indicates shared path is provided, rather than a separated path; also on same page “a 1.5m wide shared path would be retained along Jane Street …”  This should read “1.5m wide footpath”.

·    Landscape plan refers to 4.5m shared path rather than separated path.

Signalised Pedestrian Crossings

Where the crossing length for pedestrians and bike riders will be more than 25m, staged crossings are proposed.  The REF indicates on Page 68 that the pedestrian crossing times have been considered. 

Comments

·    Council seeks clarification from RMS in relation to the separate stages of a crossing, and will then be synced (all green or all red) or will different light phases be installed requiring pedestrians and bike riders to wait mid-road on the median?  If the latter is applied, this will encourage impatience and people will cross against the lights.  Long green phases are requested. 

·    Bike lanterns are to be provided to the crossings along the pedestrian/bike route.

·    Medians are to be large enough to cater for storage of multiple bike riders (min 2) without the need to dismount.

·    If the kerb ramps are not the full width of the crossing corridor, they should be aligned to the left of the corridor to direct users to the best crossing desire line, especially considering pedestrians crossing in opposing directions to bike riders.

·    To assist people with vision impairments, kerb ramp gradients should be 1:8, not “maximum 1:8” to allow for physical identification of the ramp/road, rather than providing a gradual, imperceptible change.

Bus ‘queue jump’ Lanes

·    Ensure lanes are labelled as Bus Lanes, not Bus Only Lanes, to allow for on-road cyclists.

TfNSW/RMS Active Transport Program – Jane St

As part of the State Active Transport Program, Council has been working with TfNSW and RMS to design and construct a shared-use path in Jane Street, between Castlereagh Road and Penrith Railway Station.  Designs for this proposal are well advanced.

To best match in with Council’s project, the following path design is preferred for the Mulgoa/Castlereagh upgrade project:

Maintain separated path on eastern side of Castlereagh Road and:-

·    Provide a continuation of the 4.5m separated path on the northern side of Jane Street to the proposed access driveway to the RailCorp Substation.  This would then allow bike access to the car park where, under Council’s project, mixed traffic logos will be implemented to the Westfield signals; pedestrians to utilise existing footpath.

·    Implement 3m shared-use path on southern side of Jane Street to Council building driveway.

 

Landscaping

In the Penrith City Centre, Council’s colour palette for concrete paths should be used (dark grey). 

·    Ensure appropriate clearance space to proposed tree locations (mature size) in accordance with Austroads Cycling Aspects of Austroads Guidelines and RMS NSW Bicycle Guidelines. 

·    Photomontages show tall grasses planted in the clearance space between the path and kerb edge.  This is impossible to maintain without traffic lane closures.  Council has previously used imitation grass in the clearance space which reduces maintenance requirements while providing ‘green’ to hard surfaces.   A different material to concrete is considered essential in the clearance zone to provide a visual and physical separation from the road, especially for inexperienced and/or young riders. 

 

Planning Assessment

 

1.   Impacts to current planning controls

 

The REF proposes a number of partial land acquisitions along the study area:

 

Site

Area to be acquired

Current zone

Proposed zone

Sinclair Motors Site

150m2 at the corner of High Street and Mulgoa Road to allow for the expansion of the road footprint.

B4 Mixed Use

SP2 Infrastructure

Penrith City Council

1,038m2 at the edge of the car park for expansion of the road footprint.

B4 Mixed Use

SP2 Infrastructure

Woodriff Gardens

2,832m2 of land would be acquired on the south-east corner of the site.

SP3 Tourist

SP2 Infrastructure

Nepean District Tennis Association

1,675m2 on the eastern portion of the site to allow for the expansion of the road footprint. This grass/gravel area is currently used as an informal car park.

RE1 Public Recreation

SP2 Infrastructure

 

 

REF report, Figure 6-20 (on page 166) does not accurately illustrate the extent of the proposed acquisitions indicated in Table 3-2 (page 49). It is requested that the RMS provide detailed maps which accurately reflect the location of the proposed acquisitions.

 

1.       Property Acquisition

 

The potential impacts resulting from property acquisition:

 

 

 

 

2.       Car Parking

 

The REF has indicated that there will be some loss of parking spaces from the Civic Centre, Sinclair Motor Site and the Nepean District Tennis Association car parks. It is noted that land currently used as informal all day car parking adjacent to the existing tennis courts is proposed to be used by RMS during the construction process. No details are provided in the REF on the number of car spaces estimated to be removed.

 

Comments

 

It is requested that the RMS should provide details of the number of spaces proposed to be

removed so that Council, in conjunction with RMS, can understand the implications of this parking loss in respect to: parking provision within the City Centre and any inconsistencies with the Penrith City Centre Car Parking Strategy, and how any loss of car parking can be managed.

 

3.       Reduction available tourism land

 

It is noted that there is a reduction in land zoned SP3- Tourism at the existing Woodriff

Gardens and Carpenters Site.

 

Comments

 

It is requested that RMS provide further detail is required on the exact location of land

acquisition in order for Council to understand the impact of the proposal on this land. 

 

 

4.       Loss of entry statement

 

The REF acknowledged the loss of the planted Penrith entry statement through the

acquisition of land at Woodriff Gardens. It is recommended that the RMS consider providing

an alternative replacement entry statement.

 

Comments

 

Council has been advised that the entry “statement” is to be relocated at the north east (Council) corner of the intersection, in a more contemporary setting. We strongly recommend further dialogue between RMS and Council designers to resolve the new entry statement.

 

A suite of Council branded wayfinding signage is soon to be installed within the project area.

 

 

5.       Proposed land rezoning and Information Provided on Section 149 Planning Certificates

 

The REF has indicated that the land proposed to be acquired is expected to be rezoned to SP2 – Infrastructure under the Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010 (Penrith LEP 2010).

Comments

 

It is requested that RMS consult with Council about amending Penrith LEP 2010 in order to facilitate the rezoning.  It is also requested the RMS consult with Council on the proposed land acquisition process, in order to ensure information for 149 planning Certificates is accurate. It is also requested that RMS provide further advice as to whether there is a need for any land proposed for acquisition to be identified on the Land Reservation Acquisition Map of Penrith LEP 2010.

 

6.       Impacts to future development

 

A number of identified future development sites are likely to be impacted by the Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade. In particular, the Sinclair Site (Mulgoa Road/High Street/Union Road).

 

The REF has indicated that approximately 150m2 would be acquired to allow for the expansion of the road footprint. The Sinclair Motor Site is a “Key Site” under Penrith LEP 2010. In August 2016, Council endorsed a Planning Proposal which included this site.

 

Comments

 

It is recommended that the RMS undertake further consultation with the owners of the Sinclair Motor Site on the proposed land acquisitions over their land.

 

7.       Carpenter Site Access

 

The Carpenter Site is located on the south western corner of the Mulgoa/Castlereagh/High Street intersection. Presently a large vacant parcel of land, this site is one of, if not the, most critical development “gateway” sites for Penrith. Council is currently investigating options for the development of this land and it is critical that appropriate and substantive access be secured. To this end, Council Officers have been working closely with RMS to ensure that appropriate access is provided to the site, including investigating options for signalised access points from both Mulgoa Road and the Great Western Highway. Council Officers have continued to stress the need to ensure that RMS’s Jane Street project is designed in recognition of the need to accommodate this future major access point into the Carpenter site. The Jane Street project must not preclude nor inhibit the development of a signalised access point to the Carpenter site.

 

We urge the RMS to continue this productive dialogue, and request that the finalisation of

the Carpenter site access point be incorporated into the detailed design of the RMS project;

acknowledging that the implementation of the said access point will be subject to separate

discussions.

 

Environmental Assessment

 

Noise During Construction

 

A Noise Assessment has been carried out to identify the potential noise impacts during the construction phase.  This assessment considered the noise associated with the construction compounds, utility relocation, road construction, bridgework and finishing works.  The modelling found that works within 100 metres of residential premises (High Street and Mulgoa Road) and Woodriff Gardens, and works within 150 metres of the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, as well as night-time bridge works may cause noise impacts to these receivers.  Further, work carried out at night may also cause sleep disturbance. 

 

Construction is anticipated to occur over a two year period (late 2018 to mid-2020) with works generally being carried out during standard working hours.  However, to minimise disruption to the road and rail networks, some construction activities will be carried out outside the standard hours, including utility relocation, pavement works, and key bridge works. In general, where possible, the noisier activities will be restricted to standard work hours.

 

In addition, the REF commits to construction work being carried out in accordance with the Interim Construction Noise Guideline (DECC, 2009) and the Noise Criteria Guidelines (Roads and Maritime, 2015) with a Noise and Vibration Management Plan to be prepared as a part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan.  The REF outlines that this Plan will identify potential noise sources and measures to reduce noise (such as restrictions to work hours, temporary noise barriers, and staging).  Further, additional consultation with neighbouring properties will also occur.  The REF states that final construction methodology and staging will be refined during the detailed design phase of the proposal, and associated noise and vibration impacts and mitigation measures re-assessed as required.

 

Key sources of construction vibration including excavation, grading of existing roadways and vibratory compacting of new road surfaces.  Vibration from the works are not likely to adversely impact sensitive receivers.  Certain safe working distances are identified in the REF for vibration intensive plant, and where works occur within these distances, mitigation measures will need to be applied.

 

Comments

 

It is requested that the RMS ensure that the further detailed design identified as being required in the REF are undertaken with subsequent community consultation to ensure that construction noise and vibration impacts upon nearby receivers are minimised and scheduled for the shortest possible duration.

 

Further, it is noted that the Operational Traffic and Construction Noise and Vibration Assessment Report has not considered impacts to office, commercial and industrial activities, commenting that “there are no identified businesses within the study area that are considered particularly sensitive to noise”.  Given the duration of the construction period and the proximity of some of the proposed construction works to these uses, an assessment of impacts to these sites would be of value to better understand what mitigation strategies would need to be implemented for the different construction activities to reduce potential noise impacts.  In addition, the Noise and Vibration Management Plan should also address these activities/businesses, particularly in terms of consultation in regards to key noise-generating events.

 

Operational Noise

 

Once the upgrade works are complete, noise modelling for the proposal shows that the Noise Mitigation Guideline criteria would be exceeded for a number of properties.  Further, some properties may also experience sleep disturbance impacts. 

 

In turn, a number of noise sensitive receivers may qualify for at-property mitigation measures (though this list may be further refined during the detailed design phase) to address these noise impacts:

 

·    680 High Street

·    682 High Street

·    686 High Street

·    688 High Street

·    4 John Tipping Grove

·    6-8 John Tipping Grove*

·    10 John Tipping Grove

·    12 John Tipping Grove

·    14 John Tipping Grove

·    83-85 Union Road

·    86 Union Road.

 

Architectural treatments that may be applied to mitigate operational noise may include upgraded windows, glazing and doors, acoustic seals and provision of mechanical ventilation systems, and they will be applied when agreed with by individual property owners.  Quieter pavement, noise mounds or noise walls are not feasible measures, given the proximity of the dwellings to the roadway.

 

Comments

 

It is requested that the RMS ensure that the further detailed design identified as being required in the REF are undertaken, with subsequent engagement in community consultation to ensure that appropriate and effective noise mitigation measures are implemented that respond to the concerns of the noise affected community and ensure that the noise levels at sensitive receivers comply with applicable noise criteria. 

 

Surface Water Quality Impact

 

The project site contains and is close to a number of water bodies, and these may be impacted by the development.  The proposed works have the potential to impact on surface water quality during the construction works due to sediment-laden runoff caused by excavation, vegetation removal and other surface work, particularly before or during periods of heavy rainfall.  The REF commits to the preparation and implementation of site specific Erosion and Sediment Control Plans as part of the overall Soil and Water Management Plan.

 

Comments

 

The erosion, sediment and water quality control measures proposed to be implemented prior to and during construction works should effectively manage potential water quality issues during the construction stage.

 

Based on a review of the information no stormwater treatment for the operational stages of the project has been incorporated into the design. Despite the works resulting in a need to relocate a stormwater pipe to the southern side of the railway line and provide a drain of greater dimension, the existing outfall arrangements and water quality measures would be adopted to manage any potential impacts to water quality.

 

It is requested that the RMS consider how the project could be delivered in a way which is consistent with Council’s Water Sensitive Urban Design 2013 (WSUD) Policy which requires the following pollutant load reductions:

 

·    Gross Pollutants 90%

·    Total Suspended Solids 85%

·    Total Phosphorus 60%, and

·    Total Nitrogen 45%.

 

The proposed upgrade of the road presents an opportunity to increase the level of stormwater treatment and further mitigate the impacts on the receiving waters which includes the Nepean River.

 

The existing water quality measures which are relied on for this project are already undersized for the catchment and the construction of this project will further reduce the performance of the existing treatment measure. As such, it is recommended that stormwater treatment should be incorporated into the project.

 

It is request that the stormwater treatment should seek to achieve best practice where possible. In this regard, we recommend the stormwater treatment should be designed to achieve the criteria outlined in Council’s WSUD Policy. However, at a minimum it is suggested that a suitably sized vortex style GPT with an offline storage be incorporated into the design.

 

Air Quality

 

During construction, the primary risk to local air quality is the generation of dust, which may occur during works involving the stripping of topsoil and clearing of vegetation, earthworks, stockpiling, the movements and handling of soils, and traffic movements on unpaved roads.  Those receivers located close to the site works and in the direction of prevailing winds will be the most susceptible to dust-related impacts, particularly during dry hot periods.  The REF commits that an Air Quality Management Plan will be prepared as a part of the Construction Environmental Management Plan, which will identify sources of pollutants and mitigation measures, including spraying or covering exposed surfaces, covering loads and street cleaning.

 

Potential impacts on air quality during the operation of the proposal are considered to be similar to those currently occurring, with the proposal considered to have a negligible impact to air quality.

 

Comments

 

The REF proposes a number of safeguards and management measures to minimise air quality impacts during construction activities. The implementation of these should effectively minimise potential air quality impacts.

 

Contaminated Land

 

A Stage 1 contamination assessment has been undertaken, identifying areas of the site that have the potential to be contaminated due to historic land uses and land filling.  This assessment did not include any ground investigations, sampling or testing of soils, however the REF recommends that a Stage 2 contamination investigation be carried out to ensure that any contamination is located so that it can be managed appropriately.

 

During construction works, the storage and use of fuel and other chemicals presents a risk of land contamination due to leaks or spills, whilst excavations may expose contaminants of concern.  The REF commits to the preparation and implementation of a Contaminated Land Management Plan and an Asbestos Management Plan as part of the overall Construction Environmental Management Plan for the project. Furthermore, the REF states that consultation with the EPA shall occur if contaminated areas are encountered during construction.

 

Comments

 

Whilst detailed contamination investigations have not yet been conducted, it is anticipated that land contaminated through existing and past uses shall impact upon the proposed project site.  As the project works are categorised under State Environmental Planning Policy (Infrastructure) 2007 as being “development permitted without consent”, any associated remediation works that are required during the construction of the project do not require Council consent. 

 

It is requested that the RMS ensure that comprehensive and detailed contaminated land investigation, remediation and validation procedures and protocols are implemented as part of the Contaminated Land Management Plan and Asbestos Management Plan and that consultation with the NSW EPA occur, as stated in the REF, should land contamination be identified. 

 

It is also requested that the RMS ensure that a comprehensive Waste Management Plan is prepared and implemented to ensure that all waste arising from the construction of the project, including contaminated material and asbestos, is collected, transported and disposed of lawfully at a lawful waste management facility.

 

Landscape and Urban Design

 

We strongly recommend further dialogue between RMS and Council designers to resolve a number of issues, outlined below

 

Council has not been provided with concepts for the longer term urban and landscape design (Glenmore Parkway to Andrews Road). Therefore some of the design initiatives for this project may be interpreted out of context of the larger landscape outcome. This includes character (native, exotic trees, informal, formal, boulevard etc) and pattern (gateways, intersections, park edges and other treatments).

 

Streetscape and planting

 

There is extensive removal of mature trees throughout the whole project area which will have a significant visual impact. Given verge widths are mostly narrow due to property boundaries and footpath treatments, there is significantly reduced opportunity for replacement and new tree plantings of either similar or appropriate mature size. The landscape concept suggests tree planting ‘where possible’ and therefore delivers only small patches of street trees which is not considered commensurate with the scale and nature of the new roads.

 

Comment

 

We believe the concept design will not deliver the project’s urban design corridor vision of ‘an attractive green corridor’ that will ‘provide shade, cooling, healthy air and water quality essential for a liveable city.’ The current concept design if delivered will have a long term negative visual impact on the amenity of this major road and city gateway. As per Urban Design Objective 1, the character and appearance of the road is to be improved and it is suggested engineering and landscape design should be better integrated to achieve this outcome.

 

Landscaping, specifically street trees should be equally as significant to the delivered outcome as the function of the road for vehicles.

 

We strongly recommend further dialogue between RMS and Council designers to ensure a strong street tree presence is delivered to all road verges impacted for improved visual amenity and public domain outcomes. In future developments that will address the upgraded roads, large trees in front setbacks cannot be guaranteed, so the best opportunity to establish a green streetscape is to do so in the road verges. This may require modification to conditions to accommodate both clear zones and paths as well as tree planting, and may require further land acquisition to deliver a complete road corridor.

 

A strong continuous and balanced street tree presence would re-establish amenity of the corridor and sense of place at this key city centre intersection precinct. This is in line with Council’s Complete Streets strategy and will help reduce the heat island effect in the region.

 

Large trees are recommended to help reduce the large expanse of the new road width.

 

Indicative tree planting palette is entirely gum trees (Eucalypts). It is considered Eucalypts should have a presence in the landscape, not dominate it. This type of tree has numerous qualities that are not suited to constrained verges and in close proximity to high volumes of traffic – these include limb and leaf drop, storm damage, size of trunk and damage by large root zones to footpaths, kerbs etc. Dialogue with RMS should result in an agreed mix of suitable trees that still includes some representation of Eucalypts where appropriate and where space permits.

 

The road interface with Woodriff Gardens is recommended to be in keeping with the style and diversity of trees in the park, rather than a curtilage of the street tree theme. This will highlight and enhance the park as a ‘special place’ in the streetscape and local landscape

 

Shrub and ground cover planting in verges is not acceptable due to maintenance and safety issues. Council recommends turf. There may be opportunities in medians for groundcover and tree plantings which is supported. These areas would be maintained by RMS under existing contracts

 

Services, signage and medians

 

·    Existing overhead power is affected by the road widening on Great Western Highway, west of Mulgoa Road and Council requests that all overhead lines should be relocated underground for consistent streetscape character and to enable a suitable treescape to establish.

 

·    Any signage affected is to be sensitively integrated into the project at RMS cost and to Council’s approval.

 

Medians – imagery suggests medians, when not planted are a red-like colour.  Concrete sections of medians should be uncoloured, so it is not a feature and to avoid possible colour matching in the future as this is often unsuccessful.

 

Railway Bridge and underpass

 

At this stage, the retaining walls are conceptual.

 

Comment

 

We strongly recommend further dialogue between RMS and Council designers to further develop concepts until agreed, addressing planting / green walls, art themes, patterns, maintenance requirements, graffiti minimisation, feature lighting etc.

 

The bridge structure is a key structure in the Penrith gateway precinct and in terms of aesthetics is proposed to be a ‘utlitarian structure’.

 

As previously requested, Council wishes to use the structure for messaging by means of an LED strip sign to both north and south sides of the structure. The messages will promote events, direct traffic etc and thereby enhance the structure.

 

 

Property Acquisition

 

The REF has acknowledged that partial property acquisitions would be required to accommodate construction of the proposal.  The REF states that RMS would undertake all property boundary adjustments and leasing arrangements in accordance with current Roads and Maritime Services guidelines.

 

Comments

 

Council understands that Council land will be required to deliver this proposal.  The specific description of the land required for acquisition would need to be resolved with Council prior to any further detailed design works and further consultation undertaken regarding compensation under the Just Terms Compensation Act.  We strongly encourage the RMS commence a separate dialogue with Council’s Property team to determine the most appropriate mechanism and timing to deliver the necessary land acquisition.

 

Sydney RailCorp Substation Access

 

The proposal seeks to close the existing RailCorp Substation access from Castlereagh Road and to establish new vehicular access from Jane Street via the existing 50 space car park.  The new access driveway could remove approximately 10 car parking spaces.

 

In July 2015 Council approved a one year lease for Transport for NSW to occupy the subject land for the purpose of commuter car parking at an annual rent of $1 dollar.  When this matter was reported to Council, it was understood that the land was likely to be required by the RMS for the pending Jane Street upgrade.  The Licence will continue in holding over unless either party advises the other that the licence is to be terminated. 

 

Comments

                                                                                                          

The specific description of the land required for acquisition would need to be resolved with Council prior to any further detailed design works and further consultation be undertaken regarding compensation under the Just Terms Compensation Act.

Conclusion

 

The RMS has developed an access strategy and preliminary design for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade.  The improvements and upgrade to this critical arterial road corridor are supported in principle, subject to the matters contained within this report being addressed by the RMS in the finalisation of the design. Our submission to RMS will seek to reinforce Council’s support of the project and highlight a small number of matters which warrant further consideration.

 

The key issues identified within the body of this report will be included in Council’s submission to the RMS and Council officers will continue to work with the RMS to ensure that the future upgrade delivers appropriate outcomes for all stakeholders.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Jane Street and Mulgoa Road Infrastructure Upgrade, Penrith be received.

2.    Council’s Engineering Services Manager be authorised to finalise a submission, based on this report, to the Roads and Maritime Services by 16 December 2016.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

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4        College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition                                                                                                                          32

 

 

 

 



Policy Review Committee Meeting                                                            12 December 2016

 

 

 

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Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition    

 

Compiled by:               Atiq Atiquzzaman, Senior Engineer Stormwater

Authorised by:            Adam Wilkinson, Engineering Services Manager   

 

Outcome

We care for our environment

Strategy

Minimise risks to our community form natural disasters

Service Activity

Provide a strategic framework to manage floodplains and inform land use policy

       

 

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report is to advise Council that the Final Draft of the Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study is complete and is ready for public exhibition.

 

This report recommends that the Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study be placed on exhibition for public comment.

 

Background

The NSW Government’s Flood Policy is directed at providing solutions to existing flooding problems in developed areas and ensuring that new developments are compatible with the relevant flood hazard and do not create flooding problems in other areas.  Under the Policy the management of flood prone land remains the responsibility of Local Government.  Policy and floodplain management practices are defined in the NSW Government’s Floodplain Development Manual, April 2005.

 

The State Government, under its policy, provides technical advice and in some instances financial support to councils to manage their floodplains.

 

Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans for various creek systems and the catchment areas within the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) will be required to effectively manage Council’s floodplains.  In 2006 Council undertook an “Overland Flow Flood Overview Study” for the entire Penrith Local Government Area.  This identified and mapped all major overland flow paths; to assess provisional flood hazard for properties at risk of flooding; to rank catchment areas in terms of severity of flooding; and to assist Council in prioritising catchment areas to undertake detailed flood studies.

 

Recently, Council completed detailed flood studies for the Penrith CBD and ST Marys (Byrnes Creek) Catchment areas.

 

The Little Creek Catchment was identified as one of the highest priority catchment from the 2006 report; requiring a detailed overland flow flood study and a floodplain risk management plan to effectively manage overland flows.

 

Little Creek is a tributary of the South Creek that drains about 4.8 km2 into the South Creek west of Forrester Road. The study catchment is located between Motorway (M4) and Christie Street covering areas of Colyton, Oxley Park, St Marys and North St Marys. The catchment has few major overland flow paths south of Railway Line, the open channel north of Railway Line downstream of Kurrajong Road, numerous pits and pipes and detention basins. The study area is highly urbanised with a mix of residential, commercial and industrial properties including educational institutions such as Oxley Park Public School and Colyton High School. The catchment experienced severe flooding in the past particularly by the August 1986 and October 1987 storm events and that caused considerable damages to residential properties.  Since the flooding occurred, Council implemented some flood mitigation measures including construction of Oxley Park and Colyton High School Detention Basins to reduce the flooding problems.

 

The primary objectives of the Flood Study are to review the studies previously undertaken by various agencies and to establish the overland flow flood behaviour such as flood extents, flood levels, depths, velocities, flows, hydraulic and hazard categories. The Flood Study also includes:

 

·      A review of available information, including previously completed flood studies, rainfall records, topographic mapping of the floodplain and details of the Community Consultation process and responses from the Community;

·      A detailed survey of the stormwater drainage system, creeks and hydraulic structures;

·      Definition of overland flow flood behaviour such as flood flows, flood levels, depths and velocities for the 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 year flood events and the Probable Maximum Flood events;

·      Definition of the Provisional Hydraulic and Hazard categories for the 20 and 100 year floods and PMF event;

·      Flood inundation maps for the all design flood events and the Probable Maximum Flood event;

·      Maps showing flood hazard and hydraulic categories;

·      Emergency response precinct classification maps and assessment of the performance of major hydraulic structures which will assist the State Emergency Services with emergency response planning;

·      Potential impact of climate change on existing design flood behaviour;

·      Flood planning area maps; and

·      A summary of the preliminary flood mitigation options to mitigate the flooding issues.

 

The Flood Study has been undertaken in accordance with the NSW Floodplain Development Manual and provides a comprehensive analysis of the Little Creek flooding; defining the flood behaviour for a range of flood events under the current floodplain condition.  The Flood Study was overseen by a Technical Working Group comprising representatives from Council, the Office of Environment and Heritage and the NSW State Emergency Services.

 

The Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 (Volume 1-text and Volume 2- maps are separately provided in the Councillor Portal) is now complete and ready for public comment.

 

The Flood Study results were presented to the Floodplain Management Working Party on 7 November 2016 and to the Floodplain Risk Management Committee on 28 November 2016.  The Committee endorsed Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public ExhibitionNovember 2016 for public exhibition.

 

Public Exhibition

The exhibition process will include direct exhibition in the catchment and public notification of that exhibition period. It is proposed that the following will be undertaken as part of the public exhibition.

 

·      Advertisements will be placed in the local newspaper inviting residents, ratepayers and business owners to review the Final Draft Flood Study documents and make submissions;

·      Letters to residents within the catchment informing them about the public exhibition and requesting they to review the Final Draft Flood Study documents and make submissions;

·      Council’s website will be used to access the study documents and arrangements will be made for making submissions electronically;

·      Printed study documents will be placed as appropriate at Council offices, libraries and community centres for viewing by the public;

·      Community Information Sheets detailing the flood management process and the steps involved in developing a floodplain risk management plan will be prepared and distributed. This will also be made available through Council’s Website.

·      One Community drop in session will be arranged at suitable location within the catchment so as the public has the opportunity to directly view the relevant documents and discuss as required.

 

At this stage it is proposed to commence the exhibition in February 2017.

 

Once the Final Draft Flood Study is exhibited, a further report will be presented to Council outlining the results of the exhibition and to seek formal adoption by Council of the Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study. It will then be proposed to undertake a Floodplain Risk Management Study and a Floodplain Risk Management Plan for the Catchment.

 

Conclusion

The Final Draft Little Creek Overland Flow Flood Study is now complete and ready for public exhibition. The next step is to publicly exhibit the study documentation and bring a subsequent report back to Council detailing the results of the exhibition.

 

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition be received

2.    The Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 endorsed for public exhibition for a period of no less than 28 days.

3.    A further report be presented to Council on the results of the public exhibition of the Final Draft Little Creek Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 addressing any submissions received during the exhibition period.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

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Policy Review Committee Meeting                                                            12 December 2016

 

 

 

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College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition    

 

Compiled by:               Elias Ishak, Senior Engineer Stormwater

Authorised by:            Adam Wilkinson, Engineering Services Manager   

 

Outcome

We care for our environment

Strategy

Minimise risks to our community form natural disasters

Service Activity

Provide a strategic framework to manage floodplains and inform land use policy

       

 

Executive Summary

The purpose of this report is to advise Council that the Final Draft of the College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study is complete and is ready for public exhibition.

 

This report recommends that the Final Draft of the College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study be placed on exhibition for public comment.

 

Background

The NSW Government’s Flood Policy is directed at providing solutions to existing flooding problems in developed areas and ensuring that new developments are compatible with the relevant flood hazard and do not create flooding problems in other areas.  Under the Policy the management of flood prone land remains the responsibility of Local Government.  Policy and floodplain management practices are defined in the NSW Government’s Floodplain Development Manual, April 2005.

 

The State Government, under its policy, provides technical advice and in some instances financial support to councils to manage their floodplains.

 

Floodplain Risk Management Studies and Plans for various creek systems and the catchment areas within the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) will be required to effectively manage Council’s floodplains.  In 2006 Council undertook an “Overland Flow Flood Overview Study” for the entire Penrith Local Government Area.  This identified and mapped all major overland flow paths; to assess provisional flood hazard for properties at risk of flooding; to rank catchment areas in terms of severity of flooding; and to assist Council in prioritising catchment areas to undertake detailed flood studies.

 

Recently, Council completed detailed flood studies for the Penrith CBD and ST Marys (Byrnes Creek) Catchment areas.

 

The College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment was identified as one of the priority catchments requiring a detailed overland flow flood study and a floodplain risk management plan to effectively manage overland flows.

 

The College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Area covers parts of Orchard Hills, Caddens, Kingswood, Cambridge Park, Werrington and Werrington County and has an area of approximately 1,200 hectares (12 km2).  The Study Area is located North of the M4 Motorway, East of Richmond Road and drains to South Creek via Werrington Creek at a point downstream of Dunheved Road and Werrington Road.  The area is urbanised with a mix of residential, commercial and industrial properties including educational institutions such as Western Sydney University, Western Sydney Institute Nepean College, Kingswood and Werrington Public Schools.  There are several major developments currently underway within the Study Area.  The Catchment has a history of flooding, including the storm events of August 1986 and April 1988, where the areas between Victoria Street and Dunheved Road were affected by these flood events.

 

The primary objectives of the Flood Study are to review the studies previously undertaken by various agencies and to establish the overland flow flood behaviour such as flood extents, flood levels, depths, velocities, flows, hydraulic and hazard categories. The Flood Study also includes:

 

·      A review of available information, including previously completed flood studies, rainfall records, topographic mapping of the floodplain and details of the Community Consultation process and responses from the Community;

·      A detailed survey of the stormwater drainage system, creeks and hydraulic structures;

·      Definition of overland flow flood behaviour such as flood flows, flood levels, depths and velocities for the 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 year flood events and the Probable Maximum Flood events;

·      Definition of the Provisional Hydraulic and Hazard categories for the 20 and 100 year floods and PMF event;

·      Flood inundation maps for the all design flood events and the Probable Maximum Flood event;

·      Maps showing flood hazard and hydraulic categories;

·      Emergency response precinct classification maps and assessment of the performance of major hydraulic structures which will assist the State Emergency Services with emergency response planning;

·      Potential impact of climate change on existing design flood behaviour;

·      Flood planning area maps; and

·      A summary of the preliminary flood mitigation options to mitigate the flooding issues.

 

The Flood Study has been undertaken in accordance with the NSW Floodplain Development Manual and provides a comprehensive analysis of the College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment flooding; defining the flood behaviour for a range of flood events under the current floodplain condition.  The Flood Study was overseen by a Technical Working Group comprising representatives from Council, the Office of Environment and Heritage and the NSW State Emergency Services.

 

The Final Draft College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 (Volume 1-text and Volume 2- maps are separately provided in the Councillor Portal) is now complete and ready for public comment.

 

The Flood Study results of the College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study were presented to the Floodplain Management Working Party on 7 November 2016 and to Floodplain Management Committee on 28 November 2016.  The Committee endorsed the Final Draft College, November 2016 for public exhibition.

 

Public Exhibition

The exhibition process will include direct exhibition through the catchment and public notification of that exhibition period. It is proposed that the following will be undertaken as part of the public exhibition.

 

·      Advertisements will be placed in the local newspaper inviting residents, ratepayers and business owners to review the Final Draft Flood Study documents and make submissions;

·      Letters to residents within the catchment informing them about the public exhibition and requesting they to review the Final Draft Flood Study documents and make submissions;

·      Council’s website will be used to access the study documents and arrangements will be made for making submissions electronically;

·      Printed study documents will be placed as appropriate at Council offices, libraries and community centres for viewing by the public;

·      Community Information Sheets detailing the flood management process and the steps involved in developing a floodplain risk management plan will be prepared and distributed. This will also be made available through Council’s Website.

·      One Community drop in session will be arranged at suitable location within the catchment so as the public has the opportunity to directly view the relevant documents and discuss as required.

 

At this stage it is proposed to commence the exhibition in February 2017.

 

Once the Final Draft Flood Study is exhibited, a further report will be presented to Council outlining the results of the exhibition and to seek formal adoption by Council of the Final Draft College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study. It will then be proposed to undertake a Floodplain Risk Management Study and a Floodplain Risk Management Plan for the catchment.

 

Conclusion

The Final Draft College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study is now complete and ready for public exhibition. The next step is to publicly exhibit the documentation and bring a subsequent report back to Council detailing the results of the exhibition.

 

 

RECOMMENDATION

That:

1.    The information contained in the report on College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study - Public Exhibition be received

2.    The Final Draft College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 be endorsed for public exhibition for a period of no less than 28 days.

3.    A further report to be presented to Council on the results of the public exhibition of the Final Draft College, Orth and Werrington Creeks Catchment Overland Flow Flood Study, November 2016 addressing any submissions received during the exhibition period.

 

 

ATTACHMENTS/APPENDICES

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Date of Meeting:     Monday 12 December 2016

Report Title:            Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 - 164 Station Street, Penrith

Attachments:           Amended Development Control Plan for 164 Station Street, Penrith



Policy Review Committee Meeting                                                                          12 December 2016

Attachment 1 - Amended Development Control Plan for 164 Station Street, Penrith

 

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