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Four-bin recycling system Waste management is becoming a more important design consideration under Victoria’s new residential planning requirements. For townhouse projects assessed under Clause 55, waste is no longer just a report prepared at the end of the planning package. The waste strategy can affect the site layout, garages, front setbacks, landscaping, access paths, collection points and Council acceptance. The key question is not only “how many bins are required?”It is

Water sensitive urban design strategies For many planning applications, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD), is assessed through an SDA, SMP or standalone WSUD report. However, WSUD is often misunderstood. It is not just about adding a rainwater tank or achieving a number in BlueFactor calculator. Good WSUD design helps reduce pollutants, manage runoff, support water reuse and protect downstream waterways such as creeks, rivers and water ways. For many small-medium developmen