Sustainable Design Assessment NON- RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT NAME:

PROJECT ADDRESS:

PLANNING APPLICATION NUMBER:

APPLICANT:

TheSustainable design initiatives incorporated into this project include:

NOTE: The blue text is intended as a guide only and should be deleted prior to submission

SDS (Sustainable Design Scorecard – Non-residential)

To facilitate the completion of this statement we encourage the use of the Sustainable Design Scorecard (). The SDS tool is used by WhitehorseCity Council but has been developed by the City of Port Phillip in collaboration with a number of other municipalities. The scorecard is an easy to use Microsoft Excel document that assesses the environmental impact of non-residential buildings in seven main categories; Energy Efficiency, Transport, Water, Waste, Materials, Indoor Environment Quality and Innovation. The targets listed in the SDS represent the Council’s minimum expectations for the sustainable design performance of non-residential developments. If you chose to undertake a SDS assessment simply print it out and submit it in conjunction with this statement.

DESIGN PRINCIPLES

It is here that any general design principles that are applicable to the environmental performance of the development should be stated (Passive solar orientation, cross ventilation etc…).

DESIGN LIFE

This refers to the length of time the proposed development is intended to remain without any significant changes. It places all other decisions in context by determining how, over time, they will contribute to the building and illustrates their associated impact or benefits to the wider environment. Unlike all other items within this statement this is not an enforceable target.

The intended design life of this proposal is ## years.

ENERGY

Summarise the approach taken to energy efficiency. Issues to consider:

  • Energy rating of building envelope in excess of legal requirement (NABERS, BCA Section J compliance, etc…)
  • Heating system type and energy-efficiency/performance level
  • Cooling system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (5 star electric reverse cycle heat pump air conditioner, fans or none is suggested)
  • Hot water system type and associated energy-efficiency rating (5 star gas, electric heat pump or solar is suggested)
  • Lighting (fluorescent, HID, compact fluorescent or LED is suggested. Please note thathalogen globes and low voltage halogen downlights are discouraged due to their high energy use.)
  • Location and size of shading devices and performance glazing (must be reflected on plans)
  • Location and size of solar panels and solar hot water collectors(reflected on plans)

TRANSPORT

Summarise the approach to achieve a more sustainable transport mix. Issues to consider:

  • Allocated bicycle parking spaces (Applicants are encouraged to exceed the minimum requirement.Bicycle Parking must be secure complying with Australian Standard 2890.3)
  • Provisions for trip change facilities (showers, lockers, change-rooms, etc)
  • Reduction in extent of onsite carparking (Applicants are encouraged to reduce their development’s car dependence and where feasible seek a dispensation in car parking requirements. The approval of any dispensation is not automatic and remains the responsibility of the responsible authority.)

STORMWATER

Summarise the approach taken to improve stormwater quality and toreduce peak and total stormwater run-off.

Note: The location, size and type of treatment systems must be reflected on site plans and stormwater drainage plans. Issues to consider:

  • Treating stormwater quality
  • Reducing stormwater flow to stormwater system
  • Treatment options include:(please delete those not utilised)

-Treatment on site prior to release(e.g. raingardens – please refer to , bioretention, or filtration systems)

-Any connections to local or residential subdivision Integrated Water Management systems(as per clause 56.07 of the planning scheme Standard C25)

-Diversion from stormwater system(e.g. rainwater tank used to flush toilets)

WATER

Summarise the approach taken to reducing potable (drinkable) water use. Issues to consider:

  • Water-efficiency rating of new showerheads (4 stars is suggested)
  • Water-efficiency rating of new taps and basins (4 stars is suggested)
  • Water efficiency rating of new toilet cisterns (4 stars is suggested)
  • Size and general location of rainwater tank(s) (reflected on plans)

This should also include the area of roof to be collected from and whether the tank is connected to toilets or garden or both.

  • Size and general location ofgreywater treatment/storage systems (reflected on plans)

This should also include greywater sources and whether the system is connected to toilets or garden or both.

  • Water efficient garden(reflected on plans as required)

MATERIALS

Summarise the approach to sustainable material selection, including the minimisation of environmental impacts though the retention of existing materials and/or the selection of new materials that are environmentally benign/friendly.Issues to consider:

  • Material types(Materials should be selected both in terms of their environmental performance (recycled content, concrete extenders, etc.) and how they related to the intended design life.)
  • Material sources(All material sources should be appropriately justified. For instance, the use of rainforest timbers should be avoided and where possible timber should be FSC accredited.)
  • Reusability and recyclability of materials (Where known the end-use application for the chosen materials should be indicated with the distinction between material reuse and recycling relating to the intended design life.)
  • Thermal and acoustic performance of materials(e.g. Type and location of performance glazing.)

Note: Materials should be indicated on drawings

WASTE

Summarise the approach taken to waste management. Issues to consider:

  • Allocated space for general rubbish, recycling and organic compost
  • Waste management and recycling targets for waste produced during construction

INDOOR ENVIRONMENT QUALITY

Summarise the approach towardsIndoor Environment Quality (IEQ) beyond that mentioned n the materials section. Issues to consider:

  • Access to natural ventilation
  • Access to natural light
  • Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

BIODIVERSITY

Where possible the applicant should make use of indigenous plants in their landscaping to improve the site’s impact on local biodiversity. Where this is done it should be indicated in this statement.

INNOVATION

Applicants are encouraged to consider the inclusion of innovative sustainable design solutions. For these solutions, mark them on the plans and include supporting documentation.

Note: The Trade Practices Act 1974 contains provisions relating to misleading or deceptive conduct and false or misleading representations. The Act ensures that the public, and in that the Council, are provided with accurate information in order to make informed decisions. Organisations which make environmental or ‘green’ claims should ensure that their claims are scientifically sound and appropriately substantiated as serious penalties can apply for activities that are in breach of the Act.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN STATEMENT –NON-RESIDENTIALPage 1 of 3